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What Is Health? Ayurveda and Yoga's View of Holistic Health
Let's start with a little experiment. Picture a friend who just got a clean bill of health from their doctor. Blood work looks great, no diagnosis, no complaints on paper. Now imagine that same friend is exhausted every afternoon, anxious in the evenings, tossing and turning at night and quietly feeling disconnected from their own life. So, are they healthy? Most of us would hesitate before answering, and that hesitation is exactly where this conversation begins. Welcome, dea

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4 hours ago4 min read


Pranayama: The Free Longevity Tool Yogis Have Used for Thousands of Years
Longevity is everywhere right now. Cold plunges, supplements, wearable trackers, red light therapy and a new "hack" for living longer seems to pop up every week. Many of them are expensive, complicated or both. Some have not withstood the test of time and are new ideas that have not been tested for a lifetime or multiple lifetimes for that matter. Today I want to share a longevity tool that is simple, completely free and has been practiced for thousands of years, withstanding

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2 days ago7 min read


Ayurveda for Autumn: How to Stay Grounded, Balanced, and Healthy This Season
Fall is officially here, the fall equinox has passed and our bodies are starting to adjust to the new qualities present in the environment. Autumn has a distinct energy, the leaves let go, the wind picks up, and the temperature gets a little colder. The main qualities that accompany fall is movement, due to the wind, lightness, dryness, roughness and subtle. As beautiful as this time of year can be, if we are not adapting our routine, fall can leave us feeling dry, scattered

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Sep 246 min read


What Is Kitchari? An Introduction to Ayurveda's Healing Superfood.
If you're new to Ayurveda, its only a matter of short time before you hear of kitchari. This is because Ayurveda absolutely loves it, I mean it loves many things as you might have guessed, but Kitchari is really special. So what is it? Well that’s what we are going to find out and explore, let's start with the basics. What Does "Kitchari" Mean? Kitchari comes from the Sanskrit word for mixture, and that's exactly what it is: a simple blend of rice, lentils, and digestive spic

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Sep 223 min read


Summer Yoga Poses: Cooling Asanas & Pranayama for Pitta Season
As the heat rises, Ayurveda teaches us to slow down, not push through. This Ritucharya guide walks through 5 cooling yoga poses and 3 pranayama techniques to calm an overheated Pitta dosha, helping you stay grounded, clear, and cool all summer long.

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Aug 194 min read


Choosing the Best Costa Rica Yoga Programs for Your Journey
Embarking on a yoga journey in Costa Rica is like stepping into a lush sanctuary where your mind, body, and spirit can flourish. The vibrant nature, warm climate, and rich culture create a perfect backdrop for deep transformation. But with so many options, how do you choose the best yoga school to guide you? This guide will gently lead you through the essential considerations, helping you find a place that feels like home for your practice and growth. Understanding What You N

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Aug 24 min read
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