Recently someone asked, “What are some simple, but great things?” Simplicity is great. As Mother Teresa said, “Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.” What great things can simply transform your life? Being with Nature Often times, in the hustle and bustle of life, we …
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In Ayurveda there are six tastes: sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter and astringent. Each of these tastes has a distinct effect. Depending on your constitution and the season, these effects can either contribute to or disturb your state of balance. Too much or too little of these foods can cause impurities in the body which can …
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In terms of physical health, what does balance mean to you? What kind of balance would you like to see in your life? When a body works in balance, it radiates throughout the body. As Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar says, “Health is not the mere absence of disease. It is the …
This autumn sweet potato and rice dish combines beautiful ingredients for a bright medley that’s appropriate in fall or winter. Depending on your tastes or location, you can use the type of sweet potato that’s local or your favorite. White yams, Covington sweet potatoes, and Oriental sweet potatoes are personal favorites. This dish is great …
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Kristen Oliver joined us during her recent retreat to share about overcoming limiting beliefs. With keen interests that spans neurological research and the power of intention, Kristen brings a unique perspective to how we tackle our concepts.
We just had an incredible event with founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and 1,000+ guests at the center. The event was filled with smiles, meditation and moments of joy, but here are five of our favorite moments from the event (plus one extra for those who left before New Year’s!) 1. Silent Night, Holy Night …
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In this series, we’ll sit down together with visiting teachers and explore important topics on how to live with courage, wisdom and compassion. This is our first installment, where we spoke with Jennifer Hadley about the the power of non-judgement. On our quest to live a more fulfilling and spiritual life, many of us are high …
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We are delighted to share with you our exciting news… Organic Spa Media Co. recently awarded our Shankara Ayurveda Spa the “Best Ayurveda Program” in the United States! Here’s why: You simply will not find a more authentic or effective Ayurvedic program outside of India “This beautiful retreat center, with gorgeous vistas that overlook the …
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Patricia explains some ways the Happiness Program transformed her experience of illness. Being comfortable in the present moment brings me happiness and I just think we’re supposed to feel good. This breathing works very well for me. Also, just paying attention to what’s happening and appreciating that. Lots of appreciation and gratitude help me with …
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Sebastian Cole wrote, “Because we cannot scrub our inner body we need to learn a few skills to help cleanse our tissues, organs, and mind. This is the art of Ayurveda.” Whether you are new to the art and science of Ayurveda, or a seasoned veteran, there is always something new to discover. Continuing on …
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