Ayurveda Life School Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

The holidays are upon us and in this episode we talk all about how to thrive during this time of year. You will learn: How to enjoy being the host or the guest no matter the situation Key strategies for each dosha to stay calm in a chaotic family situation What routines and habits to focus on to stay balanced this holiday season Planning your meals and eating on holiday days Herbs and spices to include to help you feel great Reminder of the healthy eating guidelines and how to keep on track with them The importance of setting an intention BEFORE the busy begins And more... If you want to stay balanced emotionally and physically this holiday season, this episode is for you. A recipe I share in this episode: Vata Tonic: Quart jar of warm water 1/2 tsp Himalayan sea salt Half a fresh lemon juiced 1-2T pure organic maple syrup Mix and enjoy throughout the day. START YOUR AYURVEDA JOURNEY HERE Haven't gotten your FREE Ayurveda Starter Kit with tongue scraper, mala beads and online course? Order yours at https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/freestarterkit Ready to put your habits into practice? Join the self-paced 28 Day Immersion and see your life change. https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Connect with me online: https://ayurvedalifeschool.com Social Media: Ayurveda Life School Namaste.

You are a creator. Do you believe me when I say that? Or do thing creativity and creation belongs only to those who sing, dance, perform or create art. What if I told you that every one of you is a creator. And that it may manifest differently based on your dosha, but you are able to contribute a unique offering to the world based on your unique prakruti and personality. In this episode we talk about what creation is and is not. How your dosha may impact the final creation product. And how to get over your fears to create something better in the world that only you can contribute. Herb focus of the week: Cinnamon References: Ayurvedic Medicine by Sebastian Pole START YOUR AYURVEDA JOURNEY HERE Haven't gotten your FREE Ayurveda Starter Kit with tongue scraper, mala beads and online course? Order yours at https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/freestarterkit Ready to put your habits into practice? Join the self-paced 28 Day Immersion and see your life change. https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Connect with me online: https://ayurvedalifeschool.com Social Media: Ayurveda Life School Namaste.

Have you ever wondered how the benefits of plants are discovered? Or how scientists are able to create medicines from plants? In this weeks episode we visit with Dr Dan Gubler, PhD. Dr Gubler is a Caltech-trained Natural Product Chemist and in our conversation we discuss how his passion for plants led him into this field. Listen and you will learn: What a natural product chemist is and does What bioactive compounds in plants are, and why you should care The difference between supplements and whole plant usage Plant conservation as it applies to Ayurvedic herbs and how we can be stewards of the environment The story behind Biosignaling-the interaction between your cells and there plants you eat How to use plants as medicine If you love plants and are interested in having a deeper understanding of their medicinal qualities, and like to be entertained while learning, this is the episode for you.   Dr Gubler has formulated over 200 nutritional and personal care supplements and discovered 20 medicinal plants. His research is shared globally and you can find him and connect on TikTok. Search Dr Dan Gubler. You can also learn more about the supplements he has created from his extensive plant knowledge at https://feelbrilliant.com And don't forget...it is Cleanse Time! Fall is the perfect time for an Ayurvedic Cleanse, and if you have a busy schedule like all of us do, you'll love this new format of a Self-Guided Cleanse. You can start on your time and your schedule, but still get the support you need in our private Facebook group. Learn more about the Fall Self-Guided Cleanse starting in October. https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/seasonalcleanse START YOUR AYURVEDA JOURNEY HERE Haven't gotten your FREE Ayurveda Starter Kit with tongue scraper and mala beads? Order yours at https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/freestarterkit Ready to put your habits into practice? Join the self-paced 28 Day Immersion and see your life change. https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Connect with me online: https://ayurvedalifeschool.com Social Media: Ayurveda Life School Namaste.

The 3 Gunas (or qualities)- Sattva, Rajas, Tamas play an important role in personality and mental health. By understanding how the doshas interact with the gunas you will better understand what energy is involved when you feel anxious, angry or depressed. You will also learn how to move up the Ladder of Enlightenment from Tamas to Rajas and finally Sattva-pure clarity and peace. If you want to work on implementing these habits in your daily life, join the 28 Day Ayurveda Immersion program. Learn more at www.ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Join me online: www.ayurvedalifeschool.com Facebook: Ayurveda Life School Instagram: @ayurvedalifeschool Namaste.

We've all experienced it, the struggle to eliminate. But how can you overcome this battle and create daily, regular, easy bowel movements? Does constipation vary by dosha? And why does it even matter? And could constipation be creating a negative mind set? In this episode we cover all of these topics as well as look at remedies and treatments for all 3 types of constipation. You will come away with specific things you can do today to help ease elimination. And if you want to take your studies deeper, join the 28 Day Ayurveda Immersion beginning at the start of next month. We focus on habits like elimination and schedule to create greater health in just 28 days. Learn more at www.ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Join me online: www.ayurvedalifeschool.com Facebook: Ayurveda Life School Instagram: @ayurvedalifeschool Namaste.

Is coffee Ayurveda approved? Well, it depends. Like so many Ayurvedic questions, whether or not you should drink coffee are based on many factors including your dosha, imbalances, season, time of day and even how recently you ate. Listen for a simplified way to look at coffee and adjust your drinking habits to match your dosha for more balance. And if you are ready to break free of coffee, I'll share coffee alternatives as well as a one month strategy to cut back and eliminate coffee from your life. For answers to more of these types of questions, join the 28 Day Ayurveda Immersion program to start to implement Ayurveda into your daily life. A new group starts at the beginning of each month. Learn more or join at www.ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Join my online: www.ayurvedalifeschool.com Facebook: Ayurveda Life School Instagram: @ayurvedalifeschool

The gift of breath brings us life, energy, vitality, connection and health. At this time when so many of us are wearing masks and so aware of our breath, adopting a healthy breathe practice is so important. In this episode we discuss the pathology of breath from an Ayurvedic perspective, how the doshas are involved, several common disorders that create poor respiration along with herbal and lifestyle treatments for these disorders. I also review breath practices for each dosha to keep you balanced and full of prana (life energy). In the 28 Day Ayurveda Immersion program we focus on breath as a way of healing. To learn more or join the immersion go to www.ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion. A new group begins at the start of each month. Join me online: www.ayurvedalifeschool.com Facebook: Ayurveda Life School Instagram: @ayurvedalifeschool Namaste.

Kitchari or Kichadi, is one of the classic Ayurveda dishes. Eaten for comfort, cleansing, nourishment and just because it tastes good, adding this staple to your diet will go a long way to healing your body. In this episode I share the many benefits of Kitchari and tips on how to prepare it for each dosha and imbalances. Tri-doshic Kitchari Recipe: Ingredients: ½ cup white basmati rice 1 cup split yellow mung dal beans 1 T fresh ginger root 1 tsp each turmeric, coriander, cumin powder 1 tsp cumin seeds, brown or yellow mustard seeds 1 pinch asafoetida 8 cups water 1 cup Seasonal Vegetables: green beans, broccoli, carrots, peas etc. 1 tsp himalayan rock salt 1 small handful fresh chopped cilantro leaves 1-2 tsp ghee Directions: Wash split yellow mung beans and rice together until water runs clear Heat a large pot on medium heat and add ghee. Once hot, add ginger root, turmeric, coriander powder, whole cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and hing. Stir together for a few minutes. Be careful to avoid burning. Add mung dal and rice and stir again to cover with spices. Add water and bring to a boil. Boil for 10 minutes. Turn heat to low, cover pot. Cook until dal and rice are soft and water is mostly absorbed (about 30 minutes) Add vegetables and cook for 10 minutes more. Add cilantro leaves and salt. Join the 28 Day Ayurveda Immersion to create lasting habits in your life and start to truly live Ayurveda. Learn more at https://ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Join me online at: https://ayurvedalifeschool.com Facebook: Ayurveda Life School Instagram: @ayurvedalifeschool Namaste.

In Ayurveda we know that health begins with digestion. But disease also begins within the digestive tract. 6 Stages of disease map out the development of illness from Accumulation, Aggravation, Overflow, Relocation, Manifestation and Diversification. By knowing these stages for each dosha, you can better identify where you are on the path of disease and how to heal from the root cause. If you are ready to take your Ayurvedic studies into application, join the 28 Day Ayurveda Immersion that begins at the start of each month. This is a guided, daily program that is interactive, includes live calls and answers your questions about how to truly live Ayurveda. Join at www.ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Join me online: www.ayurvedalifeschool.com Instagram: @ayurvedalifeschool Facebook: Ayurveda Life School Namaste.

The fire and water are rising. Are you ready? As we begin to transition into summer with the celebration of Summer Solstice yesterday, this is perfect time to begin to shift our rhythms to match the season of heat. In this episode I share signs of excess Pitta along with foods and lifestyle practices, exercise and breath work to begin to incorporate to keep your cool this summer. This is the time of year to enjoy the seeds of effort planted in the spring. And if you want support moving into this new season, join the 28 Day Ayurveda Immersion starting the beginning of next month. www.ayurvedalifeschool.com/ayurvedaimmersion Join me online: ayurvedalifeschool.com Facebook: Ayurveda Life School Instagram: @ayurvedalifeschool