The Simple Ayurveda Podcast

Tapping into the energy of the lunar cycle offers a profound way we can align with Mother Nature. This episode introduces the basics and offers simple, practical suggestions you can start with today.

Acharya Shunya is a renowned speaker, author and scholar. She comes from a lineage of Ayurvedic healers and embodies Vedic wisdom in such a deep and profound way. Her book Ayurveda Lifestyle Wisdom continues to influence and inspire me on my own Ayurvedic journey. In this chat she shares how we can practice radical acceptance in everyday life for true freedom.

The final chakra focus on our connection to Source and the sacred truth that we are all one. However, the subtle energies held in the chakras are designed in a particular way that creates a foundation for this truth. Skipping the work associated with the rest of the chakras and going right to oneness is like energetic bypassing.

In Ayurveda we know that the physical body sends signals to let us know when it’s time to laugh, cry, eliminate, sleep, etc. This episode is all about how the subtle body sends signals as well and it’s up to us to listen and act on those messages.

It’s the 100th episode of The Simple Ayurveda Podcast! Thank you for listening, supporting, reviewing and sharing! The throat chakra correlates with the element of ether… spaciousness. When we are connected to the lower chakras, we are able to use our voice for further connection to Truth and our Higher Selves.

Anahata is located in the kapha portion of the torso, so heart opening poses can help clear stagnant energy. It’s associate with the air/wind element so breath is really powerful for working with it. But it’s the relationship with pitta dosha that we can work with energetically to cultivate more love and compassion. Excess pitta leads to judgement, which is really what stands in the way of love- whether it’s for ourselves or others.

The subtle energy of the solar plexus correlates with tejas... the subtle energy of pitta dosha that is responsible for our inner radiance and vitality. Manipura chakra also has to do with agni and the clarity we have around our self-worth.

The sacral chakra is all about the water element. It connects with kapha dosha as well as the subtle aspect of kapha... OJAS. In Ayurveda your immune system and your blissfulness are directly related to the quality of ojas. The sacral chakra is all about juiciness!

The root chakra is associated with kapha dosha, however when we look at ways to work with the subtle energy of the root chakra we can use practices that create rhythm, stability and adequate downward flowing energy... all things that help regulate vata dosha.

This is part three in a 3-part mini-series on diving deeper into aspects of the doshas. Kapha dosha governs stability and lubrication. This episode offers a simple introduction into the main roles of kapha in the mind and body.

This is part two in a 3-part mini-series on diving deeper into aspects of the doshas. Pitta dosha governs heat and transformation. This episode offers a basic explanation of how pitta functions holistically in the mind and body.

This is part one in a 3-part mini-series on diving deeper into aspects of the doshas. You don’t need to know this info to practice and Ayurvedic lifestyle, but it does help to explain how the body works holistically. This episode explains very simply the five main directions of vata in the body.

The summer transition gradually takes us from kapha season into pitta season. The solstice marks a celebratory day to recognize the power of fire in nature and within ourselves. This episode shares simple ways to transition into summer with ease.

Understanding your natural gifts, talents and tendencies gives you more awareness in how to create alignment at work. Recognizing doshic tendencies in your boss, co-workers or employees will help you understand their thought processes and priorities so that you approach them from a place of understanding that will help you improve your communication and work relationships. This episode dives into the specific tools of using Ayurveda in the workplace.

This is a fun look at how the doshas manifest in Moana, Tiana, Elsa, Ana, Belle, Meredith and more. Listen and see if you relate to any of their tendencies!

Dhatu means that which holds together. There are seven dhatus or layers of bodily structure. Learning about the dhatus helps you see the body as a holistic, thriving system. Grab the notes that go along with this episode at simpleayurveda.com.

This is a casual Q + A session where I share a modern, real life Ayurvedic perspective on your questions about vata dosha.

This is a casual Q + A session where I share a modern, real life Ayurvedic perspective on your questions about pitta dosha.

This is a casual Q + A session where I share a modern, real life Ayurvedic perspective on your questions about kapha dosha. For more support in understanding your Ayurvedic constitution through guided support visit Simple Ayurveda.

This episode explains the how and why of the Ayurvedic detoxification and rejuvenation process known as panchakarma. Guest expert Kathy Jo Staheli, AD, is a NAMA recognized doctor of Ayurvedic Medicine, specializing in Panchakarma. Her passion for sharing Ayurveda inspired her to found the Purusha Ayurveda Wellness and Panchakarma Center as a destination where people can deepen their experience of Ayurveda through residential wellness programs. She recently released Purusha Botanicals, a custom skincare line and she is currently an integral part of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) and speaks globally on Ayurvedic philosophies and practices.