One of the most transformative moments of my Ayurvedic
Breathing exercises can help restore energy and vitality (prana). They oxygenate the blood, strengthen metabolism, invigorate circulation, and cleanse the lymphatic system. Gentle breathing techniques relax the mind. There are many types of
Are you a highly sensitive person? Are you so empathetic you take other people's problems on as your own? Do you often feel exposed, easily affected by others' personalities? Are you easily overwhelmed by loud noises, bright lights or a busy schedule? Fin
Is Ayurveda really about your health? At Joyful Belly, we believe Ayurveda is about something greater than health. Ayurveda literally translates into "the science of life." As a practitioner, I have come to realize that Ayurveda's focus is exactly what it
My Personal Faith Journey to Belief in Jesus Christ Here's the story of my personal spiritual journey, from Harvard mathematician and yogi, to discovering the love and goodness of faith in Jesus Christ:
Eating is a sacred act because food gives life. Food is entirely a gift to self. Eating is the one activity that brings every living thing on the planet in touch with their health and desire every day. Plants get their food directly from the sun, but huma
We all want to participate in a life full of love and happiness. But sometimes, love feels elusive and confusing. You may be concerned that love is missing from your life. Love may seem beyond your grasp, even if you are in a relationship with some
Is your spiritual practice creating instability in your life? Some spiritual practices and worldviews are very ungrounding. They make it difficult to stand your ground, establish clear boundaries, and speak with confidence. In part 2 of this 3 part series
Every Recipe is a Pilgrimage The recipe begins when we listen for God's wish, a wish for the creation of life. Creativity is the sign of nature, and a quest for its fruits. Through prayer the wish is purified. In this way our daily
Do you feel emotionally unstable? Ever feel like your emotions are out of control? This video shares the causes of emotional instability, and provides Ayurvedic techniques to help you manage your emotions and regain control.
On Halloween night, remember the world as it was before heaven came down to kiss the earth, and Christ's love began a new history. Skeletons, ghouls, and goblins express Halloween fascination with death — relics of a time before hope
The world is sometimes a confusing place. When faced with life's complex problems, a contemplative practice of prayer and meditation can help you discover how to be in the world, and find the right approach to whatever situation you are in. Your contempla
Most people know me as a foodie. And it's true I love food. I have traveled to the ends of the earth in search of tasty recipes, to make your life delicious, and bring the health that Ayurveda promises. But my joy comes from a deeper source.
Prayer is a vital component of spiritual expression, connecting us with a higher power and bringing guidance, comfort, and wisdom. In t
My wife and I were first introduced to Love Maps through the inspiring book The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman. We began building our Love Map on our fifth anniversary
Before Christ, there were philosophers who only looked at the sky, and nature-worshipers who only looked at the earth. He built the bridge between them, harmonizing bodily life &
God is green because He loves life. Green, the color of nature, is also color of the heart. God's mercy, compassion & forgiveness extends to the earthiness of nature. He is not only the white robed God of the lofty heavens, full of beauty and radiance. He
Mindfulness is becoming increasingly popular, but is it right for everyone? This video explores Ayurveda's approach to mindfulness, and offers considerations before starting a mindfulness practice. It also outlines the benefits and drawbacks of living min
Many yogis come to Ayurveda to find balance and stability. Ayurveda's main medicinal technique, called dr
Contemplation is remembering your joy, which sets the tone and direction for the whole day. It's also important in the morning to plan
How do we enjoy things? What, ultimately, satisfies? Everyone talks about happiness, but few know what it is. So what is happiness, actually? Is happiness a feeling? Is it something more? Unless you know what happiness is, it's hard to have it.
Ayurveda isn't the 'art of health'. In sanskrit Ayurveda translates to the 'art of life.' This means there is something more precious than health to the ancients, which is life itself. I think every parent knows the joy of sacrificing his or her health to
What is a Soul? Every material thing is animated by a nature, down to the smallest Quantum particle. This antimating nature is called soul in classical western philosophy. According to St. Thomas Aquinas anything that has
Pop culture describes spirituality as openness and receptivity - a kind of inner stillness, peace, or su
My favorite name for the body and blood of Jesus is Holy Communion. In our hearts, we all want communion - to participate deeply in life and experience harmony with the reality around us. Since God is life, at its height,
In a letter to my daughter on her graduation, my friend Susie Gessler expressed the profoundly Christian wisdom concept: That the truth is a person who loves you. What a wonderful, uplifting, and hopeful claim! Yet also a radical &
Pop culture says religion is "dross" - a man made construct to control people. This has led to the trendy idea of "spiritual but not religious," popular among those who want the adventure of spirituality without committing to an
I remember going to church and singing hymns of praise and thinking they were lying. That no one could feel this way. So I became an atheist. I spent many years of my life without any real convictions whatsoever. I consoled myself with
Advice you'll find in every wellness magazine is that you should take more "me time", improve self care, or set better boundaries. Or, to find inner peace, reduce stress, become more assertive, discover your authentic self, or pursue a passion p
The popular image of God as "a man in the sky"—immortalized by Michelangelo's Creation of Adam, where the bearded deity extends His finger toward Adam—has become deeply ingrained in the imagination of the modern laity. This anthropomorphic noti
As a boy, whenever I prayed the Lord's Prayer, I always felt an uncanny intrigue whenever I got to the part, 'lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.' This petition to God for protection always elicited myriad images of evil and tempt
You're invited to a yoga class. The room is quiet. The lights are dim. You're encouraged to soften, release, surrender, become still. Stop striving. Stop directing. Let go of resistance. Become open and receptive. The message is gentle, and su
In the pursuit of happiness and mental wellness, virtues have served as a cornerstone for human flourishing and excellence for over 2,300 years. Rooted in the teachings of ancient Greek philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle, and developed throughout th
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