Navigating the transition into spring can indeed stir a mix of emotions and physical sensations, as the natural world around us shifts and awakens. The Ayurvedic perspective offers insightful ways to harmonize with these changes, focusing on rebalancing the prevalent kapha dosha of the season. Here’s how to adapt your yoga practice, diet, and lifestyle to embrace the light, bright, and moving mantra for spring!
"What Ayurveda Is, and What Ayurveda Isn’t" highlights common misconceptions about Ayurveda. Ayurveda is a holistic, preventative health system that addresses the root causes of diseases, rather than merely treating symptoms. It emphasizes the importance of understanding one's unique constitution beyond just identifying with a single dosha and promotes a nuanced approach to diet and lifestyle changes. Ayurveda is a comprehensive, individualized health practice that encourages self-awareness and self-care, contrasting with the simplistic and often misinterpreted practices popularized in Western contexts.
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The most common complaint I hear as an Ayurvedic health counselor this time of year is:
“Gosh, I just feel so dry all of a sudden. It’s like the weather changes and then my skin/scalp/nose/ears/poops get super dry”.
From the Ayurvedic perspective, this makes perfect sense!
We are a microcosm of the macrocosm. Our bodies are meant to reflect nature’s rhythms.
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Ah, autumn. The season of pumpkin-spiced…. everything, Instagram-worthy foliage, and... Vata? Yes, while many are gearing up for sweater weather and feasts, those well-versed in Ayurveda are preparing for Vata season. If you're wondering, "What on Earth (or Air) is Vata?" don't worry – we've got you covered (and not just with a cozy blanket). Let’s dig into moving through Vata season with rituals, recipes and more.
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"what's been lighting you up lately?" The phrasing of this question struck me. Doesn't it seem a little more inspiring than asking or being asked, "how are you?"
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Nadi shodhana, or alternate nostril breathing, is a simple yet effective pranayama technique that is accessible to new and experienced students alike.
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