The Simple Ayurveda Podcast

Cultivating a deep well of nourishment takes knowing yourself and knowing what is nourishing to you- not your best friend, not your family members, not your favorite teacher, not anyone else. And certainly not what you see on social media or society in general. Learn more about: Exploring the conditions that support you to thrive Depositing into your nourishment bank account so that you're prepared for an emergency Deciphering between self-care as a chore versus knowing what is truly nourishing Weaving nourishment into your daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal rhythm Shining the light of awareness on hidden beliefs Cultivating an ojas summer Resource mentioned: Receive the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Join the waitlist and be the first to know when the fall Ayurveda training opens The Simple Ayurveda Collective offers the ojas masterclass + a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, mudra and breathwork tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media.  Join here. Grab the journal prompts from this episde here

Angela answers questions sent in by listeners. Learn more about: The SA Guide to Yoga Nidra Personal updates on Angela’s diet and daily lifestyle Another way of looking at bone health Seasonal living in a tropical climate The middle path on sunscreen and bug spray Releasing dogma and enjoying your life while also living Ayurvedic principles Have a question you’d like featured on the podcast? Email angela@simpleayurveda or send a DM on Instagram @simple_ayurveda. Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Episode 238 | Ayurvedic Bone Health Join the waitlist and be the first to know when the next Ayurveda training opens The Simple Ayurveda Guide to Yoga Nidra includes links to favorite practices, 12-minute download to practice off-grid, info on how, where, when and why plus modern science and what to look for in a practice. To receive the guide: Write an honest 5-star review. Screenshot before you submit. Send the photo to angela@simpleayurveda.com That's it- you'll receive a reply with the guide.

When you create new neural pathways in your brain, it’s exhausting. It is easier for your brain to keep thinking in the same old way as that requires less energy. To think in a new way requires being resourced. Cultivating ojas is a path to accessing that foundation. Learn more about: Ayurvedic psychology as it relates to adapting new habits and behavior patterns The link between ojas and being resourced Blind spots, widening your perspective and creating a vision for your life Resource mentioned: Receive the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Join the waitlist and be the first to know when the next Ayurveda training opens Simple Ayurveda Podcast episodes on ojas, tejas and prana (episodes 126, 127, 128) To Be Magnetic Flower remedies (no affiliates, just recommendations from personal experience)

Language has nuance. How we describe ourselves and our intentions carry vibrational resonance.  Join Angela in this solo episode about wholeness and integration.  Learn more about: Making room for the parts of ourselves that we have resistance to Honoring natural rhythms and cycles Yoga Nidra as a tool for rewiring limiting beliefs The importance of integration + simple tools to practice integration Releasing any gripping of specific protocols in order to tune into your own intuition Connect with Angela Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Get notified about future Ayurveda trainings The Simple Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, mudra and breathwork tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media.  Join here. Resources Purna Nidra Yoga Nidra with Kaya Song for Wholeness Song for Integration  

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 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 Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, mudra and breathwork tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media.  Join here.  

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 aligned with your unique expression in the world. The Simple Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, mudra and breathwork tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media.  Join here.

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 Postlewaite The Bhagavad Gita: A Walkthrough for Westerners by Jack Hawley   Previous Episodes Mentioned: 108 | What is Human Design with Graciela Rasor? 122 | The Nine Energy Centers of Human Design with Graciela Rasor 50 | Navigating Life with Jyotish with Michael Manzella 169 | Time from a Vedic Perspective with Robin Stamp 243 | Remembering Who You Are with Tracee Stanley 51 | Dharma as the "D" Word    

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 Core Values (PDF) 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 children.   Connect with Kaya  Website Instagram Try SRY with 10% off for your first month. Use code simplytrysry10   Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Episode 58 | Deep Nourishment and the Nectar of Soma Episode 121 | The Value of Storytelling in the Vedic Tradition   The Simple Ayurveda Dharma Course: Inner and Outer Alignment in Daily Life Join Angela and special guest teachers (including Kaya) 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.   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. It is a small group with personalized instruction led directly by Angela. 
 
 The Simple Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, mudra and breathwork tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media.  Join here.

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) 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.   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. It is a small group with personalized instruction led directly by Angela. 
 
 The Simple Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, mudra and breathwork tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media.  Join here.

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.   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. It is a small group with personalized instruction led directly by Angela. 
 
 The Simple Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, mudra and breathwork tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media.  Join here.

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. 
 
 The Simple Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media. Join here.

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 devotion and practice into daily life. Connect with Tracee website Instagram Pre-order The Luminous Self at Shambhala with code LUM30 for 30% off Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter  

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 
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. 
 


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 here. It is a small group with personalized instruction led directly by Angela. 
 
 The Simple Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, mudra and breathwork tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media.  Join here.

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. 
 
 The Simple Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media. Join here.

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 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 Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media. Join here.

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 
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 Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media. Join here.

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 
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 Ayurveda Collective offers a resource library of Ayurveda video lessons, journaling prompts, tutorials, recipes, guided practices and yoga classes; plus a supportive community chat off social media. Join here.