Category Archives: Ayurveda

The Heart Chakra

Posted on February 14, 2012 by

This is a re-post of an article I wrote last year, but the message is still the same: nurturing and loving ourselves will keep our heart open, the energy flowing, and  enable us to share that love with others. The … Continue reading →

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Be Your Own Drugstore: Recipes for Homemade Skincare

Posted on January 20, 2012 by

I’m always excited when I can share safe, clean and effective personal care tips. You would be surprised at how un-natural many products marked “natural” really are. Even soaps, lotions and makeup marked organic are not always pure. Unless the label … Continue reading →

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Listening to Our Bodies – The Ayurvedic Way

Posted on January 16, 2012 by

I slept for 12 hours the other night! I’m not sure whether to brag or feel guilty about it. How about neither? Instead I think I’ll just pat myself on the back for listening to my body and giving it … Continue reading →

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Vata Season is Approaching!

Posted on September 7, 2011 by

According to the science of Ayurveda, pitta season will soon give way to vata season.  This usually happens in late September, as summer turns to fall, but the effects can be felt as soon as the days start to shorten, … Continue reading →

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Grieving the Loss of a Loved One

Posted on June 1, 2011 by

There is perhaps no greater fear that we humans have than the loss of a loved one. Many of you know that my beloved partner, Ralph, passed away unexpectedly on May 5th after a brief illness. He was my kind, … Continue reading →

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