We’ve all heard it before... Take care of yourself first. Prioritize your own well-being, because only then can you most effectively care for others. You have to love yourself before you can love anyone else, etc. It’s easy to understand the truths stated above. However in our busy, modern-day lives, it can be a challenge…
Fall is a time of transformation and change. And what better way to start moving into the new season than with a cleanse? Ayurveda recommends that we detox when the seasons change. Fall is the perfect time to create space for your body to let go of any accumulated and undigested material. This is referred…
by Emily Fotis and vpk® by Maharishi Ayurveda Staff Writers on February 5, 2016 Relationships can be challenging — there's no arguing that one. From minor disagreements to seemingly insurmountable differences, keeping mutually fulfilling, happy and health relationships takes commitment and work, but it's certainly possible. Knowing your partner's predominant dosha(s) and tendencies can help…
Long delays and canceled flights… traffic jams… inclement weather… crowds… wrangling little ones…. all these factors and more can make traveling during the holiday season stressful. Yet, getting together with friends and family is a big part of what makes the season so special. Is it possible to travel stress-free? Once we understand what imbalances…
Can you remember your first day at school? I sure do. I have a vivid memory of standing in a small car park, clinging to my mother while a group of snotty, red-eyed children and a rather large “Trunchbull” waited patiently in a line for me to join the group. I still remember the absolute…
Soaking up the sun’s rays used to be considered a safe summer pastime. My friends would slather suntan oil over their bodies and relax in the sun for hours. Somehow I never got the hang of it, though — I felt hot and irritated, and no matter how hard I tried to get a tan,…
Out of all of the gifts that I have given my father, the ones he has appreciated by far the most are ones where I simply spend some time with him. There are many creative and unique ways to spend time with our loved ones. This year, I propose that you do so in a…
I know you may be asking, "What's with this obsession with oil and self-massage in Ayurveda?" Or maybe, "Why do I need to massage myself daily?" Good questions. You may also be asking yourself, "Is self-massage really going to be better than or as good as if someone else gives me a massage?" Let's get…
Fall is here and that means it's Vata season. The weather is cooler, the wind is blowing, the air is dry and all natural life is going dormant for the coming winter. This is the time to adjust to new lifestyle practices to keep the system in balance, and disease at bay. Here's our list…
