Spring Wellness
In Ayurveda, late Winter and early Spring are the season of kapha. Earth and water make mud. Kapha’s heavy, cold, wet, dull, static and sticky qualities can show up as physical and emotional congestion and lethargy. If this season is weighing you down, try these tips and recipes to add lightness, clarity and a swing to your step.
IMPORTANT: If you're experiencing any physical or mental stress, it's important to nourish your body right now, not deplete it. Some Spring cleansing regimens can be very depleting. Ayurveda teaches us to be in harmony with our inner and outer environment so while we want to flow with the seasons (and it is spring cleaning time!), we also need to consider what else is happening within us and around us. Rather than spring cleaning, you may be better served by continuing to increase your immunity (ojas) by bringing even more nourishment into your life. You can accomplish this by avoiding any deep cleansing; instead, focus on eating whole foods that are nourishing and rejuvenating. Build your body's immune reserve rather than weakening it. If you replace sugars and processed foods with REAL food, you will gently cleanse AND bolster your immunity. Sipping hot water through the day and using a neti pot then nasya oil are especially great Spring self-care routines. My other spring recommendations below should feel balancing to you, not draining. If you need lifestyle tips that are even more nourishing, follow these guidelines. Banyan Botanicals also offers a great Spring Rejuvenation Guide here.
Bring even more vibrancy and joy to your life.
Do things that will inspire and motivate you.
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Neti Pot Instructions
Dry Brushing Instructions
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Feed all of your senses with heat, light and movement.
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Add warmth, clarity and lightness to your life:
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Bhastrika and Kapalabhati Instructions
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