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…
If my hard core Ayurvedic friends knew I was a fan of the smoothie bowl they would probably disown me and call the 'ama police'. Read: Why Good Ayurvedists Don't Drink Smoothies The 'ama police' are the Ayurvedic individuals committed to serving and protecting your digestion from mis-digestion or ama. I wish there was a similar community for…
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…
In reality, holding on to weight and looking older (and feeling it) are two expressions of the same root cause: depletion. The habits we cultivate over our lives which result in depletion (vata imbalance), are the same that result in unhealthy eating and exercise patterns, and poor self care. I’m describing a primary vata imbalance…
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…
