AYURVEDA

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What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda, often referred to as Ayurvedic Medicine, has gained prominence as one of the fastest-growing healthcare systems globally. It stands as the world's most ancient holistic, preventative approach to healing, written about in the Vedas of India 5000 years ago.

Notably, Ayurveda served as the foundational influence for Greek and subsequently Western medicine, albeit diverging in their focus, with Ayurveda emphasizing holistic well-being and equilibrium among the body, mind, and spirit. 

The essence of Ayurveda beautifully mirrors its name's origin, where "Ayur" means "Life," and "Veda" embodies "Knowledge". Ayurveda helps us understand ourselves and our individual constitution and how our unique nature interacts and responds to the nature around us — be that food, people, climate or career.

At the heart of Ayurveda lies the belief that one's well-being and longevity are intricately linked to the harmonious equilibrium maintained across not just physical dimensions but also the emotional, mental, and spiritual realms. Ayurveda directs us to live responsively with nature's wisdom and rhythms. This fundamental principle drives Ayurveda's primary mission, which is to foster robust health and a lasting life, prioritizing holistic whole health over the mere treatment of specific ailments. 

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Ayurvedic Signs of Health

  • Radiant, clear, supple skin

  • Bright, clear eyes

  • Smooth and regular elimination of waste, including feces, urine, sweat, and tears

  • Consistent energy levels throughout the day, free from highs and lows

  • Inner tranquility that contributes to a calm and harmonious demeanor and mental clarity

  • Sound and restful, uninterrupted sleep where you awaken feeling refreshed

  • A smooth and clear voice, free from crackling or roughness

  • A well-balanced appetite without cravings

  • A strong sense of self-assuredness

Ayurvedic Signs of Imbalances

  • Morning grogginess upon waking

  • Persistent fatigue

  • Digestive issues such as constipation or diarrhea

  • Experiencing symptoms of PMS

  • Feelings of fear or anxiety

  • Frequent susceptibility to colds and illnesses

  • Insomnia or sleep disturbances

  • Nocturnal urination

  • Occasional dizziness

  • Frequent burping and excessive gas

  • Post-meal bloating

  • A general sense of discomfort

  • Occasional heartburn and acid reflux

  • Recurrent headaches

  • Persistent bodily stiffness

Centered Ayurveda is an approach to whole health that centers and embraces traditional wisdom while emphasizing the practical application of this medicine in our modern lives.

It encourages individuals to engage with Ayurvedic principles in a way that is realistic, adaptable, and achievable, recognizing that the journey toward true health is a slow, incremental evolution rather than a destination.

Ayurveda posits that whole health extends beyond elaborate practices or expensive interventions. It emphasizes accessible and sustainable holistic approaches and challenges the notion of perfection, instead encouraging individuals to embrace their unique circumstances, acknowledging that it's okay not to have everything figured out and that small, sustainable changes can lead to significant improvements.

There is nothing right or wrong, good or bad in Ayurveda. Instead it is about noticing cause and effect as an ancient way to understand life.

Rather than rigid rules, it is a down-to-earth and compassionate approach that integrates Ayurvedic principles into the realities of modern life. However, this does not mean we force Ayurveda to fit into our lives (because many of the modern things we are doing are probably contributing to the root cause of our ailments). It means we pace ourselves as we shift patterns and habits at the center of our distress. Ayurveda places a strong emphasis on making gradual, sustainable changes and utilizing the free resources already at one's disposal. 

Ayurvedic Tools

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Living in harmony with nature's wisdom and rhythms is the foundational principle of Ayurveda. This involves aligning daily routines, dietary choices, and lifestyle practices with the natural cycles and rhythms of the environment in a reasonable, response-able way.

  • THE MOST IMPORTANT! Lifestyle Habits and Daily Practices: Including establishing daily routines and care practices, regulating sleep and relationship patterns, managing electronic device usage, doing yoga, meditation, pranayama, and being outside.

  • Diet: By carefully considering what, when, and how one consumes food - and life.

  • Herbal Remedies: Harnessing the power of herbs to support well-being.

  • Therapeutic Treatments: Like oil self-massages (They are delightful!) and kitchari resets.

In this way, Ayurveda encourages individuals to take charge of their health to actualize balance and vitality.

Where to go from here…

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My Ayurvedic Story

TL; DR

My Ayurvedic education began when my physical and mental health was not being adequately supported by allopathic, naturopathic, or functional medicine. Ayurveda found me contemplating giving up because I was constantly in pain, exhausted, feeling hopeless and getting sicker. Even after “curing” SIBO and SIFO, it came back because I was not addressing the underlying reasons why it showed up in the first place. I didn’t think Ayurveda, which seemed so different from what my physicians recommended, could possibly be a solution.

But, I was desperate and nothing else worked. I didn’t want to have such a restricted diet for the rest of my life to only have it marginally make me feel better, sometimes. When I learned and began applying Ayurvedic principles to my lifestyle, I was able to see and discern the cause-and-effect relationship between my choices and my health outcomes. This profound connection gave me the autonomy I needed to heal and fueled a desire to delve deeper and share this transformative knowledge with others.

What made this even more exciting for me was that when I began bringing Ayurveda to my life, I was not just making positive changes for myself – I was also able to make healthy shifts to support the well-being of my family and friends. My husband loves how great he feels! You, too, can turn your own health discoveries into a shared path, and I'm here to offer guidance, education and support so you too can tap into ancient Ayurvedic solutions for modern problems.