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Heart of the Matter

Mindfulness, Self-Care, Spirituality / By Matt Kahn

From the heart of compassion, the more we acknowledge what we don’t know, the fewer conclusions we draw about others as a space to project our unprocessed pain.

That Time I Saw You Leave Behind the Things That Held You Back

Mindfulness, Self-Care, Self-Discovery / By Rachel Macy Stafford

I took a photo of the room I stayed in during my three-day Soul Shift retreat in California.
It was the first time I’d led a retreat, and in order to show up for it, I had to listen to the persistent voice of belief rather than the pesky voice of doubt.
I was preparing to vacate the room and catch my flight home when I thought: Did I leave anything behind?

How to Stabilize Your Fractured Soul in an Unsettling World

Mindfulness, Self-Care, Self-Discovery / By Rachel Macy Stafford

Everything seemed so uncertain, so out of control, that I reverted to my old ways of pushing myself until I broke down. The people pleasing, the feelings of inadequacy, the superficial measurements of success that I’d worked so hard to overcome were back in full force, threating my health and my wellbeing.

5 Ancient Ayurvedic Tips to Celebrate Mother’s Day Today

Ayurveda, Self-Care, Wellness / By Anuradha Gupta

We’re all here because of our moms and for those of us who are moms, having kids is like having our hearts walk around outside our bodies. Whether a woman is a mother or not, the aspect of the divine feminine principle, Shakti, is ever-present with the ability to nurture, lead and be the strength …

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Oil Pulling for a Beautiful Smile and Healthy Mouth

Ayurveda, Health, Self-Care, Weight Loss, Wellness / By Ruchira Roy Chowdhury

What if we told you, managing your dental caries is linked to diabetes? In yet another amazing piece of research, it has been found that treating dental caries and other periodontal (conditions related to the gum) problems are directly linked to controlling blood sugar levels because as people age, dental caries tends to rise among …

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The Profound Effects of Yoga Nidra

Meditation, Self-Care, Yoga, Yoga Teacher Training / By Denise Everheart

Many Americans are stressed, anxious, and as a result, they aren’t getting good quality sleep. 50–70 million US adults have a sleep disorder. That’s a lot of sleep disorders! Almost 38% of those report unintentionally falling asleep during the day at least once in the past month. Help is desperately needed! And help is here, …

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Natural Remedies for Seasonal Affective Disorder

Ayurveda, Health, Self-Care, Wellness / By Art of Living Faculty

As we move into winter in in many parts of the world, the weather is getting colder, the dark descends earlier, and the we move inside to hibernate. For many, the colder months bring on the winter blues, also known Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of seasonal depression that often begins in …

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5 Ways to Strengthen Your Intuition

Energy Work, Self-Care, Spirituality / By Paige Leigh Reist

If you’re feeling a bit out of step with the world, misaligned or uncomfortable, or you feel that your life just isn’t where you want it to be, it might be time to turn your attention to your intuition. Your intuition is an endlessly wise, compassionate, and gentle guide that everyone already has within themselves. …

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What are Gunas?

Ayurveda, Health, Self-Care, Wellness / By Ruchira Roy Chowdhury

It is baffling how there are entire days when you—the most active, dynamic, and goal-oriented person—cannot bring yourself to be productive, even if you wanted to. You try to scream to the world, “But I am not that person. I am not like that.” And then, you end up blaming yourself for feeling the way …

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Ayurveda 101: The Five Elements and Constitutions

Ayurveda, Self-Care, Wellness / By Ruchira Roy Chowdhury

While modern medicine is largely limited to treatment of ailments and dealing with manifest symptoms, Ayurveda as a way of life runs much deeper, looking at individuals not just as made of carbohydrates, amino acids, and minerals, but also as mental and spiritual beings with prana or life energy that sustains life. An individual owes …

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That Time I Saw You Leave Behind the Things That Held You Back

How to Stabilize Your Fractured Soul in an Unsettling World

5 Ancient Ayurvedic Tips to Celebrate Mother’s Day Today

Oil Pulling for a Beautiful Smile and Healthy Mouth

The Profound Effects of Yoga Nidra

Natural Remedies for Seasonal Affective Disorder

5 Ways to Strengthen Your Intuition

What are Gunas?

Ayurveda 101: The Five Elements and Constitutions

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