This year, the beginning of November marks the end of Daylight Savings Time. We are officially ushering in the season of shorter days, colder air, and a noticeable shift in energy. If you're feeling a familiar sense of sluggishness, a quiet aversion to the cold, or even a dip in your mood, you are not alone.

As the days grow shorter and the crisp air of autumn settles in, the Vata season begins. Marked by qualities like cool, light, and dry, this time of year can make many of us feel a little down or ungrounded. For those with a Vata-Pitta constitution, like myself, it's extra important to keep up with a grounding daily routine (Dinacharya) to stay balanced and happy.

This guide offers a holistic approach to navigating the seasonal shift, including gentle movement, mindful breathing, Ayurvedic self-care, and creative activities to nourish your mind, body, and spirit.

In this post, we explore the qualities of the Vata dosha (air and space) that are prominent this time of year and offer practical tips to help you stay grounded. 

You'll find a simple and delicious Vata-pacifying kitchari recipe, a vata pacifying tea, along with advice on diet, lifestyle, and Yoga to help you feel your best as the season changes.

That feeling of losing strength as we age has a name: sarcopenia. But you don't have to accept it as a normal part of aging. I'm sharing the simple, science-backed approach that works, the one that helped me personally rebuild muscle, boost my energy, and feel stronger in everything from Yoga to hiking.

I'm excited to share some of the things that have made a profound difference in my family's gut health.

This isn't medical advice, but a look at the practices and foods that have worked for us. I hope it inspires you on your own journey to a healthier gut!

My husband practically forced a book into my hands, James Nestor's Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art. Little did I know, this simple act would lead to a game-changing discovery: mouth taping.

But mouth taping is just one part of the puzzle. I've also found powerful results by combining it with other practices, from a "sleep stack" of supplements to mindful evening rituals.

If you're ready to move beyond just surviving your nights and start truly thriving, this post will guide you through how I've reclaimed my rest and how you can, too.

My journey into the world of aromatherapy began with a profound realization in 1998: the incredible power of essential oils to shift our state of being. From the grounding tranquility of Vetiver to the uplifting brightness of Bergamot, I discovered that these natural essences held the key to navigating my own focus and emotions. This insight sparked a lifelong passion, and now I want to share that knowledge with you, helping you to harness the power of scent to enhance your own daily well-being.

Guru Purnima is a revered Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain festival that celebrates the spiritual and academic teachers, gurus, who are believed to enlighten one's life. It is observed on the full moon (Purnima) day in the month of Ashadha, which this year falls on Thursday, July 10, 2025.

Your Guide to HSA or FSA Coverage for Yoga & Sound Healing, Powerful Breathwork, and Important Safety Tips.

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An Ayurvedic & Yogic Guide to Staying Cool and Connected

The transition from the vibrant energy of spring to the fiery intensity of summer can be a delightful dance, but it also requires mindful adjustments to stay balanced and cool. This year, let's embrace the summer heat with the wisdom of Shaka Vansiya Ayurveda (SVA), the grounding practices of Yoga, and a deep connection to the natural world.

Welcome to Spring friends!

Transitions can be difficult and Spring is a pretty big transition! I want to share some of the things that I do for myself, my family and my clients to help make the Spring transition an enjoyable time of year.

Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, offers a wealth of wisdom for aligning ourselves with the natural rhythms of the seasons. As May unfolds in the Eastern USA, we transition from the heavier, cooler energy of early spring to the lighter, more active phase leading into summer.