034: Ayurveda With 3 Time Author & 1:1 Consultant Susan Weis-Bohlen

All Things SOUL - living authentically, healing and thriving through trauma and life’s challenges

Join me on this episode to journey through the world of Ayurveda and natural wellness with the esteemed Susan Weis-Bohlen. Listen in as we traverse Susan's fascinating evolution from a bookstore and café owner in Baltimore to a revered Ayurvedic consultant and author. Together, we uncover the life-changing impact of Ayurvedic principles on health and personal growth, sharing tales of transformation and the path to achieving balance and healing.

Susan and I share how the wisdom of Ayurveda can lead to a harmonious life by understanding our unique mind-body constitutions. We reflect on the therapeutic power of storytelling and self-reflection, emphasizing the importance of each person's narrative in the healing process.

Susan offers insights into gentle lifestyle shifts guided by Ayurvedic wisdom, touching on sleep, nutrition, and habit understanding. We discuss the role of society in health choices, providing strategies for adapting healthier habits. Tune in to gain invaluable advice on embracing seasonal eating, the merits of local food sources, and the slow yet fulfilling integration of Ayurvedic practices into daily life.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Societal pressures, eating disorders, and finding balance through Ayurveda's mind-body approach.

• Importance of self-care, gentle lifestyle changes, and understanding sleep and nutrition from an Ayurvedic perspective.

• Ayurvedic rituals and the concept of doshas influencing creativity, productivity, and daily cycles.

• The role of seasonal eating, local food sourcing, and how to gradually integrate Ayurvedic practices into everyday life.

• Tips on relaxation, sleep, and managing stress with natural remedies like Golden Milk and essential oils.

Resources from this Episode

• Website: https://susanweisbohlen.com/

• Environmental Working Group Website: https://www.ewg.org/

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/susanweisbohlen/

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