The Simple Ayurveda Podcast

Join Angela in this conversation that explores navigating the liminal space with grace and ease. Learn more about: Identifying liminal spaces in your life The relationship between deep rest and your digestion from the Ayurvedic perspective States of consciousness and their role in your healing Bridge practices to help you dance between states of consciousness Angela’s decision to take a break from podcasting after five years of consistent episodes Thank you for supporting The Simple Ayurveda Podcast by listening, sharing and leaving reviews. You are appreciated!  Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Loving What Is by Byron Katie Yoga Nidra + Ayurveda Resources in The Simple Ayurveda Collective  

Join Angela and Richard in this conversation about simple practices that add up to a life of dharma.    Learn more about: Morning routine Practices for stressful times Love as medicine The link between Shamanism and Ayurveda Suggestions for cultivating a healthy mindset Ram’s favorite places in India Richard Masla founded the Ayurveda Health Retreat in 2001 and is a dedicated Yoga teacher and Ayurvedic educator. Since opening its doors, he has helped thousands of people seeking healthy living with knowledge from the Ayurveda. He began his Yoga and Ayurveda studies at age 17 and traveled to India at 20 with his spiritual teacher Swami Prabhupada. He has studied Ayurveda with several doctors in India and with Dr. Vasant Lad at the Ayurvedic Institute in New Mexico. He has traveled to India over 45 times. In 1994 he graduated Clayton College with a degree, Doctor of Naturopathy. Connect with Ram Ayurveda Health Retreat Book Connect with Angela Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter The Simple Ayurveda Dharma Cour

Join Angela and Dr. John Douillard in this conversation about modern science and the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. Angela asks Dr. Douillard questions sent in by listeners.   Learn more about an Ayurvedic take on: Bulletproof coffee The keto diet Red light therapy PUFAs Gut immunity Adrenal fatigue ADHD Dr. John Douillard DC, CAP is author of seven Ayurvedic health books (including bestselling Eat Wheat and The 3-Season Diet) and numerous free eBooks, and The host of the Ayurveda Meets Modern Science podcast. He is also a former Director of Player Development for the New Jersey Nets NBA team, and creator of LifeSpa.com—where ancient Ayurvedic wisdom meets modern science. Connect with Dr. Douillard Website Connect with Angela Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter The Simple Ayurveda Dharma Course: Inner and Outer Alignment in Daily Life Join Angela and special guest teachers in this inquiry of self exploration. Learn more about yourself through Ayurveda, Yoga, Jyotish and Human Design so that you feel more align

Join Angela in this solo episode: Dharma and Your Personal Expression in the World as she shares teachings from the ancient texts woven with personal examples. Learn more about: The four inherent values The difference between Yoga and dharma Individual dharma and universal dharma Sadvritta: living true to yourself with Yoga and Ayurveda The mahagunas: Ayurvedic and Yogic psychology  Releasing guilt and shame around purpose Living your dharma in everyday life Resource mentioned: The Simple Ayurveda Dharma Course: Inner and Outer Alignment in Daily Life Join Angela and special guest teachers in this inquiry of self exploration. Learn more about yourself through Ayurveda, Yoga, Jyotish and Human Design so that you feel more aligned with your unique expression in the world. The Simple Ayurveda newsletter The Wheel of Healing with Ayurveda by Michelle S. Fondin Join the Book Club in the Simple Ayurveda Collective or the Dharma Immersion Free Yoga Nidra: Journey through the Dhatus Poem: Clearing by Martha Pos

Join Angela as she shares her own personal reflections from this year, in hopes it inspires you to contemplate and reflect on your own year. We’re constantly in transition, and this is a beautiful time of year for reflecting on and celebrating how you've grown. Thank you for supporting The Simple Ayurveda Podcast by listening and sharing, and for leaving reviews. Learn more about: Intuition as a guidepost Choosing core values Aligning with what's most important to you Interoception Emotional valence and arousal Making meditation easy Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Lisa Feldman Barrett Emotions chart Interoception and Sustained Awareness Ink and Volt planner The Simple Ayurveda Dharma Course: Inner and Outer Alignment in Daily Life Join Angela and special guest teachers in this inquiry of self exploration. Learn more about yourself through Ayurveda, Yoga, Jyotish and Human Design so that you feel more aligned with your unique expression in the world.

Join Angela and Kaya in this conversation about the deep inner journey that is your spine.   Learn more about: The physical, subtle and causal spine How and where karma is held in the body The significance of the tailbone Supporting the natural curve of the spine How the spinal curve has changed over time Stretching versus releasing a muscle Ayurveda, the nervous system and the spine   Kaya is a trusted teacher guiding many of today’s yoga teachers and longtime practitioners. Students resonate with her authentic and mothering approach that is both mystical and practical. In her offerings, Kaya expertly weaves yogic practices, storytelling, sanskrit, philosophy, vedic astrology & ayurveda. Her therapeutic yoga, called SRY, treats the body as a sacred vehicle on a pilgrimage to the divine. She works gently with the spine as the central axis of healing, the subtle conduit of awakening and the mystical realm of the divine. Kaya lives in the US with her husband, a masterful Vedic Astrologer and their two chi

Join Angela and Graciela in this conversation about tuning into your soul's language and finding purpose through understanding your own truth.   Learn more about: Recognizing your intuition Following your own wisdom Four types of intuition based on Human Design Finding joy in healing, especially when the pain runs deep Graciela Rasor is a mystic and multidimensional creative. She uses her many tools including breathwork, Human Design, Reiki, art therapy, Gateless writing and behavioral psychology to help her clients and community recognize the magic, gifts and wholeness within. Graciela teaches a monthly class in New York City called Energy Cleanse. Connect with Graciela  Website Instagram Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Episode 108 | What is human design? Episode 122 | The Nine Energy Centers of Human Design Grab your free Human Design chart The Simple Ayurveda Dharma Course: Inner and Outer Alignment in Daily Life Join Angela and special guest teachers (including Graciela) i

Join Angela and Katherine in this conversation about German New Medicine and listening to your innate wisdom. Learn more about: Understanding your symptoms as described by German New Medicine Conflict versus healing phases The root cause of adrenal fatigue Deciphering signals from your body Recognizing your soul’s purpose Katherine is a trauma-informed coach and retired nurse. She helps women resolve the trauma at the root of their chronic symptoms so they can unlock their body's own natural healing mechanisms. Connect with Katherine  Website Instagram Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Episode 238 | Celebrating Five Years of Simple Ayurveda German New Medicine reference book (free PDF) The Simple Ayurveda Dharma Course: Inner and Outer Alignment in Daily Life Join Angela and special guest teachers in this inquiry of self exploration. Learn more about yourself through Ayurveda, Yoga, Jyotish and Human Design so that you feel more aligned with your unique expression in the world.  

Join Angela in this solo episode: Cultivating an Ayurveda Toolkit. Learn more about: Quantity versus quality when it comes to acquiring tools Skill versus knowledge Angela’s list of treasured tools Why you might make your own list Returning back home to some of your favorite forgotten practices Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Work with Angela The Simple Ayurveda health counselor program walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients.  Apply here to join the waitlist and be the first to know when the next cohort opens. It is a small group with personalized instruction led directly by Angela. 
 
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Join Angela and Tracee in this conversation about sacred practices and rituals to help you remember and honor your deepest Self. Learn more about: Simple ways to connect with your inner wisdom Following a daily rhythm centered on feminine energy Turning to nature as your teacher The power of ritual woven through your day Tracee Stanley is the author of the bestselling book Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and the forthcoming The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember Who You Are. Tracee is the founder of Empowered Life Circle, a sacred community and portal of practices, rituals, and Tantric teachings inspired by more than 20 years of study in Sri Vidya Tantra and the teachings of the Himalayan Masters. As a post-lineage teacher, Tracee is devoted to sharing the wisdom of yoga nidra, rest, meditation, self-inquiry, nature as a teacher, and ancestor reverence. Tracee is gifted in illuminating the magic and power found in liminal space and weaving devo

Join Angela in this informal Q + A episode as she discusses topics sent in by listeners.  Learn more about: The shift from pitta to vata energy, whether it’s the seasonal or daily rhythm Cultivating an afternoon ritual to ground vata dosha Supporting your nervous system from the Ayurvedic perspective Balancing things you love that you know aren’t the best for your constitution Simple tips for exploring your dharma Recipes Mentioned: Summer Cooler: half filtered water, half coconut water, fresh lime juice + splash of pomegranate juice Ayurveda Rehydration Drink: filtered water, fresh lemon or lime juice, pinch of salt, honey or maple syrup Practices Mentioned: Yoga Nidra (free Journey through the Dhatus Yoga Nidra practice) Karna Poorna: plain sesame oil in the ears Nasya: oil in the nostrils Gundusha: oil swishing in the mouth Learn more about these practices and gain access to a library of resources in the Simple Ayurveda Collective. Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Work with Angela 
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Join Angela and Dr. Lina Zalloum, AyD in this conversation about self-love, forgiveness and deep healing.  Learn more about: Dr. Lina’s recovery from 15 years of fainting spells Tools for shifting your perspective Her inspiration for writing her book, Ayurveda in Arabic Practicing Ayurveda as a Muslim  Dr. Lina Zalloum is the first Arab Ayurvedic Doctor (AyD) and author of Ayurveda in Arabic. She lectures and holds workshops in Bahrain, the Middle East, and North America, in addition to her client practice. She also contributes to multiple Ayurvedic Magazines. Connect with Dr. Lina  Website Facebook Instagram   Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter   Work with Angela 
The Simple Ayurveda health counselor program walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients. The 2023 cohort starts in September. Apply

Join Angela in this solo episode: Embodied Ayurveda: A joyful approach to learning as she shares a fresh perspective on learning and understanding Ayurveda in modern times. Learn more about: What exactly is an Ayurvedic lifestyle in the 21st century Connecting to energy as knowledge Becoming your own guru Why traditional teaching methods don’t always meet your needs Simple tools to help reinforce learning Agni and psycho-emotional well-being The joy of coming back home to yourself Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Work with Angela 
The Simple Ayurveda health counselor program walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients. The 2023 cohort starts in September. Apply here. It is a small group with personalized instruction led directly by Angela. 
 
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Join Angela in this solo episode: Celebrating Five Years of Simple Ayurveda as she shares some personal updates and a glimpse of the direction of Simple Ayurveda going forward. Learn more about: Angela’s personal journey with functional medicine The Yogic explanation for why we all experience delusion or misunderstanding An inside out approach versus an outside in approach A brief introduction to German New Medicine Intuition as Divine messaging Examining childhood wounds as a path to freedom (without blaming anyone!) Embodying love over fear in everyday life Whether it’s your first episode or you’re a long-time listener, thank you for being here!   Resource mentioned: Episode 170: Making Peace with Prescriptions German New Medicine Experiences in Practice by Dr. Katherine Willow Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter   Work with Angela 
The Simple Ayurveda health counselor program walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confi

Join Angela in this solo episode: Ayurvedic bone health. The bones are seen as a deeper layer of the physical body. This episode references an ancient text on the digestive journey through the srotamsi to asthi dhatu. Ayurveda looks at everything holistically and Angela shares self-inquiry prompts to help you uncover potential energetic blocks stored in your bone tissue. Learn more about: The energetics of the bones The elements associated with the bones Doshic balance and agni’s influence Simple, practical tips for nourishing the bones This topic was sent in by a listener. Please email your questions to angela@simpleayurveda.com for your question to be featured on a future episode.   Resource mentioned: Mahanarayan oil for abhyanga Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Womb Healing Yoga Nidra   Work with Angela 
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Ayurveda isn’t about “fixing” what’s wrong or changing you into someone you’re not. What if you viewed your constitution as a gift? What if you shifted your focus from the doshas toward cultivating sattva? In this episode Angela shares excerpts from Dr. Frawley’s book, “Ayurveda & Yoga” in a discussion on the spiritual, life-affirming attributes of each constitutional type. Learn more about: The spiritual aspects of your dosha Shifting out of “fixing” mentality Embracing your nature Releasing tools for self-growth as you evolve This topic was sent in by a listener. Please email your questions to angela@simpleayurveda.com for your question to be featured on a future episode.   Resource mentioned: Ayurveda and Yoga by Dr. David Frawley Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter   Work with Angela 
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Join Angela in this solo episode: Ayurvedic Eye Care. Eye health is connected to more than just the physical body. Ayurveda looks at every aspect of health holistically. Learn more about: The energetics of the eyes How the doshas effect eye health Which subdosha governs the eyes Simple, practical tips for eye care This topic was sent in by a listener. Please email your questions to angela@simpleayurveda.com for your question to be featured on a future episode.   Resource mentioned: Chandika rose eye drops Receive the Simple Ayurveda newsletter to your inbox   Work with Angela The Simple Ayurveda health counselor program walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients. The 2023 cohort starts in September. Apply for the waitlist here. It is a small group with personalized instruction led directly by Angela.    The Simple

Join Angela in this solo episode as she shares an integrated perspective on Ayurveda and biohacking. Learn more about: How Ayurveda could be viewed as ancient biohacking Modern biohacking through the lens of Ayurveda: prana, tejas, ojas and agni The link between genetic testing, karma and jyotish Simple, powerful practices to support longevity and peace of mind   Resources mentioned: Receive the Simple Ayurveda newsletter to your inbox Ayurveda gem therapy  The Life Sylist Podcast with Luke Storey Somavedic for EMF protection (Code SIMPLEAYURVEDA FOR 10% off) Genetic testing Supreme Release Yoga with Kaya Mindlin Biohacking 101 article    Work with Angela The Simple Ayurveda health counselor program walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients. The 2023 cohort starts in September. Apply for the waitlist here. It is a

We're celebrating one million downloads! Thank you for supporting the podcast through listening, sharing and leaving reviews. Thank you for being curious aout Ayurveda and implementing it into your own life. Join Angela in this solo episode: Imagining a world with more Ayurveda. Learn more about the ways Ayurveda could be infused into all aspects of life. ... What if education was based on excitement and curiosity?

 What if health care was based on true well-being? 

What if every person in our society felt inner stability and freedom? 

What if your daily life inspired everyone around you?

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 Gain a sense of inner stability and freedom through the ancient science of Ayurveda while gaining the tools to support others. The Simple Ayurveda health counselor program starts in September. Registration is open until June 1st. Apply today!   Previous episodes mentioned: 192 | Motherhood, The Menstrual Cycle, and Being a Bridge to Make Ayurve

Join Angela in this informal discussion episode based on questions sent in by listeners. Today’s topics include carb-restricted diets while following Ayurveda, the root cause and simple remedies for constipation, the role of supplements in Ayurveda, stabilizing through a seasonal transition and tapping into feminine energy when masculine has taken over. Have a question you’d like featured on the podcast? Email angela@simpleayurveda or send a DM on Instagram @simple_ayurveda. Ready to gain a solid foundation in Ayurveda and be in the forefront of merging ancient wisdom and modern science? Enroll in the Simple Ayurveda training program that starts in September. Registration is open until June 1st.  You will learn: How to eat for your body How to simplify and create a daily rhythm that feels nourishing How to assess the doshas in yourself and others How to adapt your yoga, breath and movement practices based on what you need  An introduction to herbal formulations How your birth chart influences your habits and