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In this episode we are going into a concept that isn't talked about enough when it comes to stress and anxiety: FOOD. The food we eat has a profound impact on our experience of stress and anxiety, and in this episode i'm sharing 3 ways this happens. Caviat: this is not meant to make you stressed and anxious about what you're eating, LOL quite the OPPOSITE actually. It's meant to bring awareness to three common ways food can sabotage our best healing efforts, and what we need to do to heal! Have a listen! And if you're curious in continuing on, check out Embodied Ayurveda below! Chaos to Calm Webinar May 16 : www.yogifuel.com/chaostocalmlive Apply for Embodied Ayurveda: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhIgoMe55DhJdPCaPC39xQ3dfmmk5b4ne5wPhrP3fEncE2SQ/viewform?usp=sf_link Instagram: @yogifuel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/188249745185067

I’ve got a really great conversation for you today, all about why we don’t need a “6-step system to heal your anxiety” and what you actually need instead.. But before we get into todays topic, I just wanted to let you know that the enrolment is now open for Embodied Ayurveda - my 3 month Self-healing program/Ayurveda Foundations course designed to teach you how to go beyond your own anxiety, stress and overwhelm, deepen your practice and teaching and step into calm energy through Ayurveda mixed with modern science. This is THE perfect program for Yoga teachers, students, wellness professionals and conscious humans in general who want to do the deep work to heal, who want to feel EMPOWERED, and take their healing into their own hands.. all while gaining a deeper understanding of Ayurveda, the nervous system and the yogic path for healing. In this episode we cover: - Why a "6 step system" just doesn't work - Why we need bio-individual healing - The Pillars approach to healing and how this is what quite literally saved my life - Simple things you can do each day to start your healing journey Links: Embodied Ayurveda Program Page: www.yogifuel.com/embodied-ayurveda-yoga Embodied Ayurveda App: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhIgoMe55DhJdPCaPC39xQ3dfmmk5b4ne5wPhrP3fEncE2SQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Alright everyone welcome back to the Podcast, it’s been a while and I am SUPER glad to be back and sharing on this platform because as always I have sooo much to share with you, and this is certainly one of my favourite ways of doing that. So this week I am sharing all about Adrenal Fatigue - from Ayurveda + science to help Yogis heal from stress and burn out. While of course our yoga (asana) practice is helpful, there are things we want to incorporate beyond what we do on the mat and within our lives to fully heal. Within this episode i'm sharing: - What adrenal fatigue is, and some common symptoms to help you identify if you have it - Why a single pill/practice is not going to be the magic bullet to heal - Why root cause healing and addressing broader lifestyle concerns is the key to long term healing - Some simple practices you can start implementing to heal. Before we start this weeks episode I wanted to let you know that my spring workshop - Unstuck - creating balance through Kapha season is now open for enrolment. If you’ve been feeling slow, heavy, tired, sluggish and stuck in both body and mind, this is the perfect workshop for you. If you are a Yoga teacher, this is a great workshop to take especially if you not only want your own personal shifts in energy and stress, but also want to learn how to align your classes with the spring to make them even more potent for your students. This is a two part workshop that is designed to give you an introduction to Ayurveda, and more specifically to practical tools, nutrition, lifestyle changes and energetics you need to embody and shift to naturally support your system this spring. The second part is a live meditation/pranyama session where we are going to be releasing stuck and stagnant energy from the system, and then I will be answering all of your burning questions around Ayurveda, and how to easefully transition into spring this season. The link to register is in the show notes, and of course if you have any questions, feel free to reach out on Instagram :) Alright, that’s all for now hope to see you there, and lets get on with the show! Unstuck: Kapha Dosha Workshop: https://www.yogifuel.com/offers/yfNs4uRo/checkout Instagram: @yogifuel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/188249745185067 Free Guide: The Yoga Practitioners Guide to Calming Stress + Anxiety: https://www.yogifuel.com/5simplepracticesguide

Whoaaa I just realized I recorded the big 5-0 podcast episode, woooo! And what better podcast to share on this day, than the one that is announcing that we are opening enrolment for Embodied Ayurveda?! Eeeekkkk so excited! As you'll here in the podcast, this is our 3 month group Ayurvedic Health Coaching program plusss Foundations Certificate that bridges the gap between the knowing and the doing. That allows you to get access to high level personalized support, while learning Ayurveda, so you can experience calm vibrant energy, while earning a Foundations Certificate in Ayurveda that will help deepen your practice + teaching. If this calls to you, you can apply directly HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhIgoMe55DhJdPCaPC39xQ3dfmmk5b4ne5wPhrP3fEncE2SQ/viewform?usp=sf_link Our check out the program page here: www.yogifuel.com/embodied-ayurveda-yoga In this episode I'm going deeper into the 3 ways Ayurveda can transform your life, practice and your teaching (if you're a teacher). The coles notes here is: 1. It supports and strengthens our personal health and well being - we can't serve and support others from a perptually empty cup. Ayurveda gives us the tools to fill up our cup for good 2. We embody this wisdom and deepen our own practice + experience of reality. The best healers and change makers are deeply embodied in their practices. Ayurveda (and especially EMBODIED Ayurveda, helps us do just that) 3. It gives us the wisdom to take our teaching and coaching up a notch. By infusing Ayurveda within our teaching, we get to help our students, and clients go deeper into their practice and experience the magic of this work too. I hope you find this podcast helpful :) Annnnd I hope to see you inside of Embodied Ayurveda! Enjoy!

Before I share more about what we're going to talk about, I want to mention that this episode of the Yogi Fuel Podcast is brought to you by our Chaos to Calm Masterclass. www.yogifuel.com/chaostocalm If you are a Yoga Student, Teacher, or Spiritual seeker who is curious about diving deeper into Ayurveda; into learning the ancient system of mind-body-spirit healing from India, to not only reduce stress and anxiety within your own life, but to have more energy, deepen your personal practice and elevate your teaching, this class is for YOU. On October 18 at 7:30PM EST, I’m going to be sharing with you the potent foundations of Ayurveda, in a free hour and half webinar. We will go deep into the basics of Ayurveda, The Doshas, and how these energies when imbalanced, are actually the root cause of disease- We’ll learn how to support our body which in turn support our mind. You’ll learn the key pillars from Ayurveda to create life-long shifts. You can register HERE: www.yogifuel.com/chaostocalm Now, as for the show notes: In this episode I’m sharing about how and why I stopped such a hardcore intermittent fasting approach daily. I know I know, Intermittent fasting is so cool and trendy and everyone is doing it AND it's not always appropriate for EVERYONE. This is where Ayurveda comes in... In this episode I'll be sharing: - My journey with IF and some red flags I had consistently that had me questioning (and should have you questioning too) - What learning Ayurveda taught me about Intermittent fasting - hint there is NO one size fits all - How Intermittent Fasting (hardcore) can aggravate Vata Dosha, and anxiety - And why understanding and embodying Ayurvedic wisdom completely changed the game for my practice, and teaching

This week I thought I would share something that has been coming up more and more in my community - which is how Ayurveda ultimately supports our practice and our teaching. Many members of the Yogi Fuel Community are students and/or teachers of Yoga, with a deep desire to peel back the layers in their practice. One of the things that drew me to Ayurveda was the way it helped me go deeper into my spiritual practice, and gave me a system of healing that was in alignment with my Yoga. We can think of Ayurveda as a Yogic Lifestyle practice essentially. That's simply the coles notes and we go waaaay deeper in this podcast where I share about: - How Ayurveda supports our physical health from a spiritual lens - The importance of a strong, resilient physical body on the Yogic path - How Ayurveda helps us deepen our understanding of Yoga and it's broader wisdom traditions (and in fact, is an integral part of those wisdom traditions) - Why all serious Yogis and Teachers should learn Ayurveda I also share an upcoming free web class I'm hosting on October 18th that is the perfect next step is you loved this podcast. You can register HERE: www.yogifuel.com/chaostocalm Anddd If you want to join us in community, come be a part of our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/188249745185067 Or connect with us on instagram @yogifuel

If there is one thing I've learned after my 12+ years in the wellness industry it's this: the most powerful approaches include an INTEGRATIVE mind-body-spirit approach. When I was struggling as a personal trainer, burning myself out at both ends, it was because I was only focused on the BODY - not the mind, or my energetics. In this episode I'm sharing the deeper importance of integrating these layers of our being, and how Ayurveda naturally does this all. We're covering: - The value of a top-down + bottoms-up approach to healing - Why we DO need to focus on the physical body but not forget the broader context of WHY we need to nourish and heal the physical body - I share some wisdom from Tantra, - And the teaching that has been making the most powerful impact for me on and off the cushion. In this episode I also talk about: DONATION BASED Nutrition for Yogis workshop! REGISTER HERE: www.yogifuel.com/triniworkshop If you want to join the Mind-Body cleanse - send me a DM over on instagram @yogifuel to ensure it's a good fit for you!

In this episode I'm going deeper into the methods of meditation and helping you determine the *best* type of meditation for YOU, and 3 key things to consider when choosing a practice that's right for you. This episode came about because I hear people alllll the time say they struggle with meditation. That they, "suck" at it. The reality is you don't suck, you might just be using a technique that isn't right for *you.* There are many styles of meditation, and if we don't know the fundamentals, we may choose a technique that can cause us to experience MORE anxiety, stress and overwhelm. So in this episode you'll learn: - Why there is NO one size fits all approach to meditation - How we can use the wisdom of Ayurveda to choose a practice that is in alignment for us. - The importance of having a teacher to guide us on our path (because yoga and meditation were always traditionally taught to the students individual needs). - The three key things to consider when choosing a meditation practice - and more! I even bust out some wisdom of the Gunas, and Polyvagal theory in this one, so listen in! For those who are curious about going deeper into a meditation practice, our 4 week Ayurvedic meditation program The Presence Project allows you to go at your own pace, and experience a variety of practices each week. Take a look at the program page and I invite you to enrol if it feels in alignment. www.yogifuel.com/thepresenceproject You can also work with me 1:1 this month within Embodied Ayurveda www.yogifuel.com/embodiedayurveda OR message me directly to learn more about 1:1 personalized coaching, counselling + Ayurveda packages.

This is perhaps one of the most anxiety provoking episodes I've ever shared.. But I felt I needed to. The world seems to be in a state of chaos, and as conscious humans we need to step up, and lead by example. In this episode I share: - some tips for how to reduce anxiety at the level of our physiology (for more tips check out www.yogifuel.com/Ayurvedaguide ) - The importance of rooting into routine and ritual at this time to calm anxiety, and vata dosha - the importance of communicating our perspectives with non-judgement - the even greater importance of listening with compassionate curiosity to others perspectives, even when, and ESPECIALLY when they don't align with our own - and more Inhale. Exhale. We will get through this together; not apart. I deeply believe we need to bridge the gap between the extremely harmful, divisive narrative that is being perpetuated right now. United we stand, divided we fall. How we can work together: Embodied Ayurveda (group/Self paced program): www.yogifuel.com/embodied-ayurveda-yoga 6 month 1:1 Mentorship: www.yogifuel.com/1-1-mentorship-coaching Book a Single Session: www.yogifuel.com/virtualclinic FREE GUIDE: www.yogifuel.com/Ayurvedguide

In this episode I'm expanding on the practical application of a powerful Yogic practice called Sakshi Bhava - being the witness. In this episode we cover: - The power of the subconscious mind - How thoughts create our reality - How to witness difficult emotions as they arise - How to witness deeper core beliefs as they arise - How this supports us in creating more emotional freedom along with deepening our personal practice In this episode I share more about how you can work with me through some of these emotions. If you are interested in going deeper, send a DM to www.instagram.com/yogifuel or e-mail melissa@yogifuel.com You can also check out Embodied Ayurveda and apply for 1:1 mentorship at www.yogifuel.com/embodiedayurveda

This week I'm keeping it super simple for ya'll - there is SO much out there around nutrition, and what "diet" is best. There are seemingly so many "rules" around nutrition, and so many "rule breakers" it can feel overwhelming to understand how to eat in a way that honours your body and mind, but that also makes you feel GOOD! In this episode I'm sharing 3 simple Ayurvedic concepts to live by, and we go deeper into: - Why simplicity is so important - Why we want to cultivate positive discipline within our relationship to food - Why most intuitive eating doesn't actually work - and how to approach this consciously for best results - There is no one size fits all approach to nutrition - And so much more My mission when it comes to nutrition is to empower shit $#@% out of you to eat in a way that is in alignment for your body and mind and that allows you to feel free on all levels. This sets you up powerfully for a calm clear body and mind, deeper spiritual practice, and the energy to fulfil on your deeper purpose and vision. If you want to go deeper into this, I hiiiighly suggest you check out embodied ayurveda: www.yogifuel.com/embodiedayurveda And, if you're not ready to take that step, join us over on Facebook for a community of conscious humans looking to uplevel + align with Ayurveda: https://www.facebook.com/groups/188249745185067

This week's episode we are going deeeep into the power of the subconscious mind, how it works, and why it's actually the secret ingredient to both your success, and your struggles. 90% of our day to day is governed by the subconscious mind and its programming - and so much of that programming is conditioned, unconscious, and not in alignment with who and what we desire to be. When we become aware; and we do the work to uncover this programming, and learn to rewire it - thisss is where the magic happens. Because when we're stuck in outdated mental programs, we operate within those, and even inside the best intentions, with the most knowledge and best coaches, we will continue to feel stuck on the hamster wheel. In this episode we cover: - What the subconscious mind is from both a science based perspective and a Yogic perspective - How to identify limiting mental programming - And a simple 3 steps process to shift and re write our mental programming to achieve what we actually want And so much more! This is really a taste of what we do inside EA, and inside my 1:1 Mentorship, so if you're curious about going deeper into this work, take a look at Embodied Ayurveda and/or apply for mentorship if that feels in alignment: www.yogifuel.com/embodied-ayurveda-yoga If you want more free trainings join us over in our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/188249745185067

If you've been experiencing hard times; feeling like you're in your "dark night of the soul" you are not alone. We've been in a collective period of challenge. And what I want to offer you in this episode is some respite; sharing from my personal and professional experience how these challenging times are often the most potent experiences for personal, and spiritual development. In this episode we go deeper into: - The importance of witnessing and observing your emotions - The notion of "good" and "bad" and how they create attachment and aversion - My personal experiences with miscarriage, grief, sadness, and my dark night of the soul, - And how these were the experiences that catapulted me into deeper practice And, how I actually look fondly and lovingly back at these times. I want to also extend the invitation to anyone who is experiencing these challenges, to reach out. I am taking on a few 1:1 clients for Ayurvedic mentorship/life coaching, and if you are looking for guidance, or perhaps have been guided here and this calls to you, I invite you to reach out. You can fill out the application and book a call here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhIgoMe55DhJdPCaPC39xQ3dfmmk5b4ne5wPhrP3fEncE2SQ/viewform?usp=sf_link Or, feel free to DM me on instagram @yogifuel

In this episode I am sharing THE most important thing you can do to calm your mind and give you more energy. It's not the "sexiest" thing - but it is the most important: Routine. Creating a solid and consistent (ish) routine is one of the most important things you can do if you're stuck in the "S.A.D" cycle (stress, anxiety, depletion cycle). In this episode I cover: - What the SAD cycle is, and how routine plays such a powerful part in helping you get out - How and why your routine DOESN'T need to be a 5 hour goddess ritual, it actually can be as simple as 1-2 consistent things you do each day - The way routine grounds your energy and Vata Dosha - and so much more An amazing accompaniment to this is the Ayurvedic Morning Routine Guide which you can download HERE: https://www.yogifuel.com/morningroutine If you are ready to go deeper, you can also book in a call to chat about our 1:1 coaching here: https://calendly.com/yogifuel/alignedimpact Or check out our program Embodied Ayurveda HERE: www.yogifuel.com/embodiedayurveda

This week on the Yogi Fuel Podcast we're going to break down the Doshas even further. Specifically, I want to share with you just exactly WHAT a "Dosha" is anyways, what that even means, and why it's so important. This is one of the most fundamental concepts in Ayurveda, and understanding this stuff is GAME CHANGING when it comes to living in deeper self alignment, and creating more energy within our lives. In this episode you'll learn: - What the Doshas are/what this term means - Why the language of the Doshas is so important when it comes to individualizing our nutrition, lifestyle and practices so we can have abundant energy - Some basics around how to align with your Dosha - An overview of each of the Doshas and their energetic make up If after listening to this episode you're like okay I need to go deeper with this, I wanna know more, and you wanna skip all the figuring it out on your own, I hiiiighly suggest you check out the Embodied Ayurveda program page HERE: www.yogifuel.com/embodiedayurveda If you wanna learn more about your Dosha and discover your dosha you can do that HERE: www.yogifuel.com/doshaquiz If you have ANY questions about this episode, or share any AHA's, send me a DM over on IG at www.instagram.com/yogifuel

In this episode I'm sharing everything I know about how to take care of yourself as an ambitious, purpose drive, spiritual mom. I know deeply what it's like to struggle, to feel tugged and pulled in all sorts of directions. And I know what it feels like, and is required in order to keep your shit together as a mom in this world we're living in. In this episode I'm sharing it ALL with you - all my best tips on how to regulate your nervous system, stay calm, stay fuelled and energized so you can show up in the world as the mother, practitioner, and badass entrepreneur that you want to be. In this episode I'm covering: - The number one most important thing you need to do to regulate yourself as a mom (hint... it's about your morning routine) - Why fuelling your body with food is SO important especially if you're sleep deprived - How to create daily rituals to keep you grounded and aligned amidst the chaos - and much more! I hope this is helpful for you, and supports you deeply. From one mama to another - we've got this! If you wanna chat more, please DM me on Instagram @yogifuel. And if you want to chat about working together more on this, send an email to melissa@yogifuel.com Or book a discovery call and let's chat about what you need HERE:https://calendly.com/yogifuel/alignedimpact

Welcome back gorgeous humans! Had a little lapse in recording and uploading cause, ya know, a casual hurricane happened. But we’re back and this week I’m sharing the three Ayurvedic keys that you are probably not addressing right now in your healing process, that are keeping you stuck in the SAD (stress, anxiety, depletion) cycle. These are sort of like the three underlying pillars from Ayurveda that we need to take into account in each and every treatment protocol and practice we prescribe to our students and clients. The three keys are: 1. Bio-individuality 2. Multi-dimensionality 3. Daily Sadhana I dive deeper into WHY having these three keys in place is SO critical in the episode but, the Coles notes is: We need practices, habits, and rituals that address our unique, bio-individual nature (aka our dosha/guna/nervous system state), that understand our multi-dimensional nature - aka we are not a stagnant human being that is JUST a physical body OR a mind - we need a process and system that acknowledges the multi dimensional nature of each and every one of us, And, last but certainly not least - this process, and these practices need to be done on a DAILY basis in order to be truly effective. Healing is not a one time event, rather a daily occurrence and choice we make. If this resonates with you, and you want to go deeper and have a chat about how to get out of the SAD cycle for GOOD - book in a complimentary call. These FREE 30 minute calls are slowly going to be phased out. So if you wanna have a chat, and come away with some powerful next steps, I’d get in ASAP. https://calendly.com/yogifuel/alignedimpact If you want to apply directly to Embodied Ayurveda and see what we offer within our program, you can do that here: www.yogifuel.com/Embodiedayurveda Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogifuel Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/188249745185067

This is a three part series I recorded over in our Facebook group, really going deeper into Vata Dosha, and the nervous system. In this episode I cover: - The 5 most common signs of a dysregulated nervous system and aggravated Vata Dosha - Why treating surface level symptoms is a bandaid solution to the stress, exhaustion, overwhelm and digestive issues you may be experiencing - How creating balance is a multi-dimensional approach - And go deeper into how this all works in the body and mind to give you an understanding of what's going on. If you resonate with this, I hiiiighly recommend you download our simple Ayurvedic Morning Routine Guide + Checklist. This is a simple, easy to use and implement guide to creating an Ayurvedic morning routine that fits with your life and schedule, to help you start your day with more calm, groundedness ease, and energy to create that ripple effect throughout the day. This has been the most powerful and important first step I’ve made in my journey, and I know it’s going to be so helpful for you. To Download go to: www.yogifuel.com/morningroutine

This week I'm keeping things super simple, and giving you 3 tips from Ayurveda to help reduce stress and anxiety WITHOUT feeling overwhelmed. In this episode we discuss: - The power of mindful eating - The gut brain axis and how our body and mind are interconnected - How inflammatory foods are causing you more stress and anxiety - Why seasonal eating is one of the most simple, powerful practices to help you stay in alignment in your body and mind If you want to learn more about how we can work together, you can book in a 30 minute complimentary consult HERE --> https://calendly.com/yogifuel/alignedimpact Or, shoot me a message over on IG @yogifuel or an email to melissa@yogifuel.com

In this episode I wanted to go a little deeper into the SAD cycle - aka the cycle of stress, anxiety and depletion that are keeping you stuck, anxious and from stepping into the deeper purpose you have in life. In my experience, we can’t fully step into our purpose, and self expression from a space of dysregulation. We need to first balance the Doshas, the nervous system, and get into integrity in the body and mind and theeeeen from that space of clarity, step powerfully into our mission. In this episode I’m going deeper into what causes that stress that you’re experiencing, and the different types of stress there are. I’m sharing the role of Vata Dosha inside of the SAD cycle, and how it perpetuates it I’m going into anxiety, and how anxiety is a manifestation and result of the stress we are experiencing, And how depletion or exhaustion is the end result of all those things. Then, I’ll share with you some tips to get out of the SAD cycle. Learn more about Embodied Ayurveda www.yogifuel.com/embodiedayurveda Apply for a clarity call to see if working together is a good fit:https://calendly.com/yogifuel/alignedimpact Follow along on Instagram @yogifuel