Elements of Ayurveda Podcast

Colette and Amy discuss how to move forward when we're stuck in a rut. They share their experiences and tips on what helped them; Taking small steps without having it all figured out There's never the 'perfect' time to do something Vulnerability, self-forgiveness and compassion Your mistakes are your greatest lessons Accepting what has happened and then asking "Now What?" The value of spending time in Mother Nature Why Spring is the perfect time for new projects The importance of knowing your strengths What are your personal and professional values Be grateful first Flowing with the energy rather than forcing The power of visualisation Suggested homework: Write down your personal and professional values Want to share your insights? Join the Elements of Ayurveda podcast community in our private Facebook group, just click on the link below. Elements of Ayurveda Podcast FB Group Thanks for listening!

Colette chats with Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar, a world-renowned Ayurvedic physician and educator from India about his latest book, Change your Schedule, Change your Life. They discuss; Is your schedule killing you? What are clock genes The importance of being in tune with Nature's rhythm What is social jet lag Why the timing and quality of your sleep is important What is time forwarding and why we're so 'time poor' What is forest bathing and why it's so powerful Circadian timing for thriving in life Why multitasking is a waste of time How daily self-care practices aid with daily cleansing Diet-Sleep-Exercise - the tripod of life Is technology dominating and disrupting our life Mindfully connecting to your body and mind daily This link will connect you with Dr. Shuhas's clinic https://www.ayurvedichealing.net/ Click here for further information on Colette's ongoing Daily Habits for Holistic Health online course Finally, if you would like to be part of the Elements of Ayurveda community, join the private podcast group on FaceBook. Thanks for listening!

Colette chats with Energy Healer, Diane Goldner. Diane is an internationally known healer and medical intuitive, who is able to release the root causes of illnesses and life challenges, creating health, illumination and grace. Colette and Diane discuss: Diane's interesting childhood reading material Meeting a meditation master from India Meditation bliss and anxiety Her blind date that changed her life path The influence of Barbara Brennan, former NASA scientist Investigative journalism on energy healing Fifth chakra blocks, quills and healing Five years as a guinea pig with boundaries tested and dissolved Diane's Shaktipat experience From journalism to energy healing Diane's books 1. How People Heal 2. Yes, You Can Heal 3. Awakening to the Light Diane shares some stories from her 20 years of energy healing To find out more about Diane and take advantage of her free webinar offer, check out her website... http://www.dianegoldner.com/ Thanks for listening!

​Amy attended the 2018 National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) 2018 conference and shares her notes from the amazing speakers! Topics she discusses with Colette are: What makes the NAMA conference so special. Partap Chauhan, founder of Jiva Ayurveda and the first teledoc or remote healing system in India. Robert Svoboda, the first Westerner ever to graduate from a college of Ayurveda talks about Swastha - how the true definition of health is to be situated in the Self. Arun Deva has been practicing both yoga and Ayurveda for over 25 years and he discusses emotional healing. Diana Lurie is an Ayurvedic Practitioner and teaches Neuroscience, Anatomy and Physiology, and courses in Ayurveda. She discusses the importance of a healthy microbiome to prevent physical and mental dis-ease. Amy and Colette discuss living a Sattvic life and discovering your 'true self'. Click here for more information on Colette's Daily Habits for Holistic Health course starting May 10th, 2018 Follow Colette and Amy on Instagram: Elements Healing & Wellbeing Instagram Optimal State Instagram Thanks for listening!

It's so confusing these days with so much information on different eating regimes and diets! Ayurveda has a very logical approach to nutrition. First of all, Ayurveda tells us that there's no 'one size fits all' when it comes to food. Ayurveda takes an individualized approach to nutrition and what you eat depends on your constitution or mind/body type. In this episode, Colette breaks it all down and talks about: Ayurvedic nutrition vs. Conventional nutrition The six tastes of Ayurveda - sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent and astringent The affect of each taste has on our body How each taste affects the doshas of Vata, Pitta and Kapha Dietary recommendations for each dosha The affects of each taste on the mind and the emotions The affect of too much of each taste on the body and mind The affect of too little of each taste on the body and mind The importance of food Ayurvedic guidelines for eating Choosing the right foods for you Poor food combinations Click here for more info and to register for the Daily Habits for Holistic Health course, starting May 10th, 2018 Download the six tastes and food combination chart here Book your in-depth Ayurvedic Consultation with Colette here Join us over at the Elements of Ayurveda podcast group Thanks for listening!

Colette and Amy discuss stress and burnout. In today's society we are bombarded daily with lots of stress and it's so important to be mindful of how stress manifests in our body and mind and learn how to manage it. They discuss the following; Stress vs. burnout How a little stress is good for you - Eustress What happens to our body during times of stress and burnout The affects of stress on a cellular level Colette's burnout story The glorification of stress in our society How stress manifests in each mind/body type How to ease stress and regain balance in your constitution Amy's morning routine to balance her constitution Why mothers in particular need to make self-care a priority Click here for more info on Colette's upcoming Daily Habits for Holistic Health course. Next group course starts May 10th, 2018! Free download of Colette's pranayama (breath work) tutorial Banyan Botanicals is a great source for all the supplements we mentioned in this episode. Join us on social media! Elements of Ayurveda podcast group Amywheeleryoga FB page Elements Healing and Wellbeing FB page Thank you for listening!

Ayurvedic spices are not only beneficial for their taste and aiding digestion, but also for their healing properties. Learn how your spices can become your natural medicine also! Colette will discuss the following spices: Ajwain Black pepper Salt Mustard seeds Cardamom Cinnamon Clove Coriander seeds Cumin Fennel seeds Fenugreek Ginger Asafoetida (hing) Turmeric Download your free 2 page Ayurvedic Spice Chart here. Click below to learn more about the upcoming Daily Habits for Holistic Health course starting May 10th, 2018... Daily Habits for Holistic Health Course Click here to download the Turmeric Golden Milk recipe Join the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast group on Facebook here. Thanks for listening!

Colette chats with Marisa Laursen, lead faculty at the California College of Ayurveda about: How did Marisa discover Ayurveda What Ayurveda means to her personally and professionally Who are the ancient Rishis (sages) who first brought us the profound knowledge of Ayurveda and Yoga How did the Rishis come to know the knowledge of Ayurveda How are the Truths revealed by Ayurveda known to be true We discuss one of the six systems of Indian philosophy, Nyaya, which answers the above question. The four different means of knowing Truth Direct perception Analogy Inference Testimony Forest academies The Upanishads Click here to find out more about the California College of Ayurveda This link will take you to the Classical Ayurveda Yoga Therapy program Last call for the Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse starting April 14th, 2018. Click on the link below to find out more info and to book your private consultation so that the cleanse can be tailored to you! Individually-tailored Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse. Thanks for listening!

Amy and Colette discuss how 'letting go' in life is not only very freeing but also necessary in order for energy to circulate and life to flow. They discuss the following: Colette's move from California to the South of France Returning to roots in Ireland Epic snowstorms Mucking out and bonding A huge welcome back to France Letting go of structure and allowing spirit to flow through Amy's new achievements Spring cleaning your body, your home, your relationships, your life! If you're interested in Colette's Spring Cleanse please click on the link below Online Spring Cleanse starting April 14th, 2018 Click here for more info on Amy's Optimal State of Living course. Please give your feedback in the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Facebook Group. Thanks for listening!

Springtime is an energetic time of year! After the long Winter months, Kapha rises in the environment and this has a big impact on our body and mind. The Kapha energy brings the qualities of; • Moist • Cold • Heavy • Static • Soft • Liquid When the body has excess Kapha qualities it can cause the following symptoms: • Congestion, mucus, colds, coughs, sinusitis • Low, heavy energy, depletion, lethargy • Feeling lazy, uninspired • Slow digestion, weight gain, water retention • Drowsiness, excessive sleep • Brain fog, depression, withdrawal from social activities If you are experiencing these symptoms, then it's likely that you're experiencing an imbalance or aggravation of the Kapha dosha. However, the good news is that these imbalances can easily be reversed with an appropriate Kapha balancing diet and lifestyle. In this episode, Colette gives you tips and guidelines on how to keep your body and mind in balance during the transition into Spring with your food, drinks, spices, exercise and lifestyle. Colette also discusses her upcoming online Spring cleanse, which begins April 14th, 2018. This Ayurvedic cellular cleanse which is tailored to you, aids in removing the fat soluble toxins that are holding you back and helps you to transition into Spring feeling light, clear and energetic! Spaces are limited as Colette has a 90min online consultation with each person, so that she can tailor the cleanse to each individuals needs. Book before March 31st, 2018 to receive even further discounts! Just click on the link below to register and for further information. Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse - April 14th, 2018 Download the Turmeric Golden Milk here Book a Free 15-min Discovery Call I hope to connect with you soon. Thanks for listening!