Ayurveda, the science of life and sister science of Yoga, invites us to turn into nature's rhythms and better understand our own. Spring is governed by Kapha dosha, composed of earth and water elements. Kapha governs structure, stability, lubrication, and moisture in the body; it provides both strength and immunity. All winter, Kapha has been accumulating in the body (just as snow and moisture build up in the earth). When warmth arrives, that accumulated Kapha begins to liquify and move...

In our modern world, the concept of rest can seem a bit revolutionary. "Busyness" and "hustle" culture is glorified in many ways. Accomplishment is centered on "doing" rather than "being." We can have a balance of both. Proper rest is key to optimal health. Yet, we often place rest lower on the priority list. When stress levels are high, we can often find it a struggle to rest or simply wind down. Add to this the increased amount of screen time from computers, phones, etc., and our nervous...

It is fair to say 2020 has been a year of awakening, "shaking things up" on many levels. With a global pandemic that disrupted our...