Summertime, according to Ayurveda, gives rise to the Pitta dosha (Panchamahabhutas - Fire & Water). Educating ourselves about the way this particular season could potentially create imbalance is a proactive step in intentionally nurturing overall balance and health this summer. Learn simple strategies for summertime balance.
Read MoreAir is the theme of Autumn with the rise of the air and ether elements. We must remain attuned that Autumn’s irregular winds of change can create imbalance within, enhancing the qualities of light, dry, cold, rough, subtle, and mobile.
The Autumn season, commonly known in Ayurveda as the Vata season, is a time to nourish and ground the energy of action, transportation, and movement. Vata inherently governs our nervous system, our vayus (winds) as these are the sub-doshas of Vata dosha, as well as our pranic (life-force) energy. With that said, breath should become a key element of any Autumn practice.
Read MoreAs our nation begins to re-open its doors, and we face once again another shift and transition, it is completely normal to feel uneasy. What was normal before, is not now. And what is the "new normal" is no longer. Could it even be possible that within several months our "new normal" has now yet another level of new? So, if you are feeling anxious or nervous about the upcoming transition of our nation and states re-opening, you are not alone. Learn how to support your resiliency and inspire more conscious living.
Read MoreAs the world reports more COVID-19 outbreaks, hysteria and stress continue to heighten. It’s important to recognize that just stress alone can weaken one’s immune system making one more susceptible to pathogen infection (viruses, bacteria, or other microorganisms that can cause disease).
During this time of vulnerability, we must commit to intentional practices that help to bolster our immune systems. Practices like washing our hands, wearing masks, opting to delay travel are the current suggested prevention practices. But, there are other daily lifestyle strategies that will nurture and support primary prevention as well as overall health.
So instead of buying into this fear-laden pandemic, let's commit to simple, healthy lifestyle strategies that will assist in lifetime prevention, longevity, and enhanced wellbeing. Learn how to boost your immunity through Ayurveda.
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