Many would say today’s world is driven by pitta and vata forces - the fire that fuels our movement movement and striving for more. And when it excess, these energetic forces fragments our energy and can leave us feeling drained or depleted. Explore how burnout is experienced by each dosha and 12 practices to replenish your reserves.

A brief guide of Ayurvedic wisdom to align with the energetics of Spring - also known as Kapha Season. Spring is the season of potential, beginnings, birth, regeneration and renewal. These practices include diet, lifestyle, exercise and other sensory rituals to invite more energy, inspiration and vitality into body and mind.

Sleep hygiene is profoundly important for our health and wellbeing. Poor sleep can depress one’s mood, deplete energy level, inhibit focus and concentration, stifle sex drive and more. On the contrary, when we have good rest, our immune system repairs, energy levels replenish, mood boosts, focus is enhanced, relationships are strengthened, and the ripple effect goes on. Ayurveda sees sleep as one of the three pillars of life. Read tips to help encourage restful sleep.

The art of spatial alignment is one that has been practiced for centuries. In Ancient India this science of intentional architecture is called Vastu Shastra. In Ancient China, we know this as Feng Shui. Both have the thread of creating environments that harmonize with the natural elements, incorporate sacred patterns and instill directional alignments.

Why do yogis and mindfulness practitioners believe in the power of the breath? Conscious breathing affects our livelihood, our lifespan, our stress levels and more. It’s our body’s natural purification system and when practiced with intention, has the power to heal old traumas and blockages - physically and energetically. It is our bridge to being present.

Establishing a daily routine is foundational to our wellbeing. In the ancient science of Ayurveda, the sages called this “Dinacarya.” There is plenty of research that states routines are beneficial to our stress resilience and mental health. Below are several suggestions as to which self-care rituals you can start to incorporate into your daily routine.

“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” – Hippocrates

Food is ritual. It sustains our longevity. Often what we eat and how we eat go unnoticed or unappreciated in our daily routine. Here are Ayurvedic principles of healthy digestion and mindful eating.

Abhyanga or oil self-massage is a powerful Ayurvedic practice to incorporate into your dinacarya or daily routine for wellbeing. This self-care practice helps build ojas or our immunity essence and promote longevity. It balances Vata dosha and studies show many psychological and health benefits. Here is how to incorporate it in your daily routine.