Everyday Ayurveda And Yoga At Hale Pule

A relevant re-release of a special episode on exploring the tools of Ayurveda and Yoga to grow and glow when aging instead of deteriorating.During this episode Myraji and Claudia explore:Digestion's role in graceful aging.How you carry yourself is the key to vitality.What does it mean to be in your body?The profound impact that proper posture has on your overall well-being and tips to improve it.The true essence of beauty and aging gracefully.The emotional and physical transformations that come with age.Tune in to embark on a journey of self-discovery, and rejuvenation. And learn the secrets to aging with grace thanks to Ayurveda, the science based in principles of nature. It's time to unlock the potential within your posture, walking, and digestion. Take control of your own transformation with this timeless wisdom.If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dharma, we invite you to book a free 1:1 call here with a member of our team so you can determine if one of our trainings is the r

In this episode, Myraji is joined by Hale Pule's Ayurvedic Counselors, Samantha and Kay to explore the transformative power of Ayurvedic Health Consultations.Through compelling client stories, they reveal how this holistic approach has guided and supported people to reverse conditions many thought were lifelong burdens.The conversation highlights how Ayurvedic consultations differ from conventional healthcare by addressing the whole person — physical symptoms, emotional patterns, and spiritual well-being. Rather than simply managing symptoms, at Hale Pule, we guide clients to understand the principles behind the recommendations, empowering them to make lasting changes and create a more conscious, symptom-free and joyful life.Listen as they share insights about:Commonly accepted health issues or diagnoses that don't have to be part of life's transitions or become a forever difficulty.What vitality feels like (we often forget when we identify ourselves with the diagnoses and symptoms).Misconcepti

Masculine and feminine energies transcend gender and offer a blueprint for wholeness and vibrant health.In this episode, Myra reveals how understanding and balancing these complementary forces transforms our relationship with ourselves and others.The true nature of masculine and feminine energies and why they're often misunderstood.How to recognize healthy or unhealthy expressions of each energy.Why modern living pushes us toward imbalanced expressions of these energies and disconnection.Listen as Myra weaves the wisdom of Ayurveda with practical guidance to help us recognize and harmonize these essential aspects of our being. Balance allows us to meet life's challenges with compassion and courage.Enrollment for our 200-hour Ayurvedic Health Advisor and 600-hour Ayurvedic Health Counselor trainings are open all year. If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dharma, we invite you to book a free 1:1 call here with a member of our team so you can determine if one of our trainings is the

In this episode, Myra takes us on a deep dive into the world of sadhana — a spiritual practice that can be meaningful and personal when applying the principles of Ayurveda.She unpacks why sadhana matters if you want to live a full and healthy life free from sufferings, and how to make it accessible and sustainable for you.She covers: What sadhana is, and how its meaning differs across traditions like Hinduism, Buddhism, and Yoga. The qualities that make a spiritual practice powerful. Why sadhana helps you connect with your inner Self and the divine. How to keep your practice fresh, balanced and free from burnout. And how to overcome common obstacles like distractions, lack of commitment, and imbalanced doshas.Whether you're just starting your practice or returning after a break, this time with Myraji will inform and inspire.Enrollment for our 200-hour Ayurvedic Health Advisor and 600-hour Ayurvedic Health Counselor trainings are open all year. If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dhar

Join Myra Lewin for a timeless exploration of mind and hormone balance in this powerful re-released episode. Learn how simple Ayurvedic and Yogic practices support natural transitions in feminine cycles. Myra shares insights on:How to move beyond PMS symptoms such as cramps, cravings, mood swings, bloating, acne, depression and irritability through presence and awareness.Understanding the special relationship women have with changes and how to experience cycles as nature's rhythm without complicated diet plans or protocols.Why menopause doesn't have to be experienced as an illness or the end of fun and love.Embracing your feminine wisdom and healing with a balanced attitude toward your sensory input.Cultivating empowerment and harmony through conscious choices to feel well throughout your entire cycle.Whether navigating menstruation or menopause, discover how working with your mind creates space for these natural transitions to unfold with grace. This episode brings a fresh perspective to thousands

Ready to ground yourself in proven wisdom as you step into 2025? This conversation lights the way forward.In this illuminating episode, Myra Lewin shares her insights on what Ayurveda looks like in our modern world. Interviewed by Samantha, Myra delves into the origins of this 5,000-year-old science and how its core principles remain relevant today, beyond wellness trends and quick fixes.What does it mean to be aligned with the roots of Ayurveda? Ever wondered if you're getting the real deal or a Westernized version of Ayurveda? From dosha quizzes to quick-fix herbs, Myra and Samantha uncover the common pitfalls of modern adaptations and explore what it means to practice Ayurveda in its most potent form. They cut through the confusion, exploring how these ancient practices have evolved, what's been influenced by western thought, and how to recognize teachings that honor Ayurveda's original principles and efficiency.Topics covered:The origins and evolution of Ayurvedic wisdom.How colonialism inf

What do ejaculation, tears and cough have in common?Join us for another unfiltered dive into the body's innate intelligence.In our second exploration of prajnaparadha (crimes against wisdom), Myra unravels more hidden health consequences of suppressing natural urges. When the mind runs the show, the body becomes unconsciously silenced.This episode speaks about what it means to reconnect to our powerful bodies. Discover the dosha (or life force) imbalances caused by suppressing natural urges, their impact on health, and effective remedies.In this episode, we discuss:Emotional suppression (tears and laughter): how does it manifest?The hidden truth about ejaculation, what happens when it's withheld and the difference between men's and women's ejaculation.Moving away from the fear of coughing and sneezing (especially after COVID)Myra's experience with clients suffering from disordered eating and practicing self-induced vomiting. The difference with the need to vomit.Myra's personal e

Feeling the urge to understand your body's deepest wisdom? Honor it.In this first episode of our two-part series on prajnaparadha (crimes against wisdom), we're getting open and candid about those "impolite" bodily functions we often suppress. Myra explores why these natural urges are your body's intelligence at work and how ignoring them hinders your health more than you think.Most of us aren't aware of the body's natural urges, let alone how often we suppress them. What society deems "proper" or "normal" doesn't necessarily serve our well-being.Wish to know more about the various natural urges of the body (there are 14 in total), or ready to challenge your social conditioning?Prepare for some honest talk! Time to let it all out...Topics covered:Understanding hunger in comparison to mind cravings.Burping & hiccups: what they're telling you.Why flatulence relates to the balance of our doshas and digestive capacity.Honoring the natural rhythm

In this second episode, Myra and Ericka continue their exploration of the challenges Ayurveda students face on their journey to becoming skilled in Ayurvedic counseling and teaching. Building on the foundations laid in Part I, they delve into:The grounding power of Sadhana (spiritual practice) in developing intuition and presence with clients.Embracing uncertainty and fostering a conversational approach in consultations.The importance of active listening and understanding societal changes.Why can blending multiple healing modalities hinder a deep understanding of Ayurveda?Overcoming perfectionism to cultivate sustainable, sattvic learning and practice.Whether you're an aspiring Ayurvedic professional or simply curious about holistic healing, this episode offers profound insights into the art of balancing ancient wisdom with modern life.Enrollment for our 200-hour Ayurvedic Health Advisor and 600-hour Ayurvedic Health Counselor trainings are open.If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dh

In this episode, Myra and Ericka dive deep into the roadblocks many Ayurveda students face to become effective Ayurvedic professionals. Drawing from years of experience guiding hundreds of students in Ayurvedic Health Advisor and Counselor trainings, they share valuable insights on:Why linear thinking is a pitfall, and how students can embrace a more holistic approach in Ayurveda.Moving beyond data accumulation to develop intuition and apply Ayurvedic principles effectively.The inefficiency of adopting a traditional "doctor-patient" model in Ayurvedic practice to prevent or reverse disease.Whether formal certification from a non-governing accreditation board is necessary to practice Ayurveda, and how students approach their training choices.Even if you're new to Ayurveda, Myra and Ericka's conversation, rooted in their counseling experience, offers fresh perspectives on the holistic approach to healing and removing root causes of disease for symptom-free living.Enrollment for our 200-hour

In this episode, Claudia questions Myra about the value of destruction and contraction.Is it beneficial the way modern society focuses continual growth, even in self development?Are women and men different in the way we create and destroy, and manage our energy? How can we embrace this fundamental part of life that is destruction, completion, and death?Join us for a conversation that offers valuable insights and tools for bringing more productivity, energy, presence, and relaxation into your life through the wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga.ENJOY a free download of Myra's Intuitive Energy Practices (IEP) available here on our website.Enrollment for our 200-hour Ayurvedic Health Advisor and 600-hour Ayurvedic Health Counselor trainings are open.If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dharma, we invite you to book a free 1:1 call with a member of our team so that you can determine if one of our trainings is the right fit for you.Book a free 1:1 call here.Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayu

In this episode, Claudia engages Myra with practical questions about relaxation in modern living such as:How can I have time for relaxation given my life responsibilities?Does a relaxed attitude sacrifice productivity?How do the gurvadi gunas affect my experience of tension and anxiety, relaxation and creativity.What keeps us from feeling worthy?What can I do to cultivate sattvic energy?Join us for a conversation that offers valuable insights and tools for bringing more productivity, energy, presence, and relaxation into your life through the wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga.Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, we invite you to join our free private community, the Hale Pule Sangha.Check out Hale Pule’s 4-week Agni Therapy program - a reset for your digestion and your life! It includes Ayurveda and Yoga practices, on-on-one consultation, energy work, a private support group, and a library of Q&As

In this episode, Myra is joined by Claudia  to explore the connection between Ayurveda, Yoga, and family relationships. Together, they delve into how ancient practices can foster deeper bonds and understanding within families. Claudia engages Myra with thought-provoking questions about:The significance of ahar (diet), vihar (lifestyle), nidra (sleep), and brahmacharya (discipline) in nurturing familial harmony.Practical ways to integrate Ayurveda and Yoga into daily life for improved relationships.Personal insights and examples from Myra's own family experiences.Ayurvedic and Yogic practices that help manage conflicts and bridge differences.Recommendations for creating shared family rituals to enhance connection.The benefits and surprises of incorporating Ayurveda into family life, including overcoming fears of isolation due to different lifestyle choices.Insights into karmic bonds and the evolving dynamics of family relationships over time.Join Myra and Claudia for a conversation that offers valuable to

Ayurveda is an ancient approach to life that has been practiced in India for thousands of years, and now worldwide. It is a holistic method of health that focuses on balancing the body, mind, and spirit. There are many misconceptions and myths about this science that prevents people from seeking its benefits.We asked the Hale Pule team and our private community, the Hale Pule sangha, what are some common myths that they have heard about Ayurveda?Join Myra Lewin, Founder and Master Yogini of Hale Pule, and Kristin Spence, Content Creator at Hale Pule, as they dispel some common Ayurvedic myths and the truth behind them.0:00 Introduction1:46 "Ayurveda is not real science"4:50 "Ayurvedic food is purely Indian food"7:45 "You have to eat Ayurvedic food"11:00 "You have to follow a vegetarian diet"14:34 "Ayurvedic approach is rigid"18:15 "Ayurveda if outdated and no fun"22:19 "Dosha quizzes are a definitive way to know your constitution"26:50 &quo

The digestion of food and the digestion of life are intimately connected. If we're consuming food and activities that don't have prana or life force, the flow of our energy decreases. For example, if we consume heavily processed food regularly, it will affect our digestion and our mental capacity for life. It becomes a unhealthful cycle.Agni on a cellular level, allows us to process, transform and make good use of what we consume. When we consume things that have life force and sattvic qualities, agni can build tissue, make ojas strong and the mind stable.Join Myra Lewin, Founder of Hale Pule Ayurveda and Yoga, and Ericka, one of our Ayurvedic Health Counselors, as they discuss the important role agni has in maintaining mental health. Listen to Ericka's inspiring story of healing from depression, anxiety and Crohn's disease, and hear Myra's wisdom on what we can do each day to step fully into life.0:00 Introduction1:42 Ericka's healing journey8:41 What impact does digestion have

Why are so many women experiencing debilitating symptoms during menstruation and menopause? Is there a natural way to heal your hormones?Join Myra Lewin, founder and master Yogini of Hale Pule Ayurveda and Yoga, and Kay Hebbourn, one of our Ayurvedic counsellors at Hale Pule, as they discuss the underlying cause of hormone imbalance and what to do about it. Hear Kay's inspiring story of her hormonal challenges, and how Ayurveda and Yoga gave her an opportunity find balance, and flow out of menopause with more energy, vitality and joy.0:00 Introduction1:49 Kay's menstruation and menopause journey3:30 Why so many women experience debilitating symptoms8:39 The first step to healing your hormones naturally12:00 Learn how to choose things that enhance your life14:06 How to flow through menopause without HRTHear Myraji's recommendations on where to begin with healing your hormones, practical tips on what to do every day, and how to establish a loving relationship with your body, food and the God of y

So, you've found Ayurveda and Yoga. Now what?In the beginning, it might be something on your to-do list, but over time, it will become the freedom to live your life in the way you want to.Join Myra Lewin, founder and master Yogini of Hale Pule Ayurveda and Yoga, and Claudia Nethery, Partnerships at Hale Pule, in this uplifting episode on merging Ayurveda and Yoga with worldly life. Hear Myraji's practical tips on how to stay in practice sustainably, using Ayurveda and Yoga to come back to yourself and how it makes a difference to those around you.00:00 - Introduction02:41 - Yoga and Ayurveda as a stable foundation for worldly life05:40 - Tips for keeping a consistent practice as a householder10:24 - The ego's fear of change and transformation14:31 - How to practice in a world that's at a different vibrationListen to this episode to learn how to be more accepting and loving to yourself and to others along the journey. Become clear on how you want to show up for you, your family and communit

Ever wondered what 'style' of Yoga we practice at Hale Pule? Or if you're practicing asana postures 'correctly'? These are common questions with surprising answers, and they just might change the way you practice Yoga.Join Myra Lewin, founder and master Yogini of Hale Pule Ayurveda and Yoga, and Emily Reed, Ayurvedic Health Counselor at Hale Pule, in this inspiring episode on the fundamental purpose and ever-evolving process of Yoga.Learn how Ayurveda and Yoga can support better living and give you a greater sense of your energy, mind and consciousness.In this illuminating conversation, Myra and Emily discuss:Yoga as a foundational practice of getting to know yourself.The purpose and potential of asana.Using Yoga to build strength in the mind and body.Yoga as a helpful tool to balance doshas and agni.Getting to know your inner world through pranayama and meditation.The vital importance of savasana.Tune into this episode to learn how to optimize your Yoga practice as a gift to yourself

Join Myra Lewin, the visionary founder of Hale Pule Ayurveda and Yoga, and Claudia Nethery, Partnerships Coordinator at Hale Pule, in this thought-provoking episode that addresses the global stress and concerns many of us are feeling. Gain insights into Myra's perspective on contributing positively without compromising self, and delve into the essence of Ayurveda and Yoga.In this enlightening conversation, Myra and Claudia explore:Shaping our experiences from withinMyra's perspective on staying informed about world eventsMaintaining high energy and positive vibrations amidst challengesThe influence of media on our energyEmbracing peaceful activismDon't miss out on this crucial discussion about navigating uneasy times by reconnecting with the wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga. Tune in to rediscover balance and tranquility in the midst of global uncertainties.Enrollment for our 200-hour Ayurvedic Health Advisor and 600-hour Ayurvedic Health Counselor trainings are open.If leading others on the path of

Discover the profound impact that proper posture has on your overall well-being. From its effects on digestion to its role in graceful aging, you'll gain insights into how something as simple as the way you carry yourself can be the key to vitality.Join Myra Lewin, founder and director of Hale Pule Ayurveda and Yoga, and Hale Pule’s Partnerships Coordinator, Claudia Nethery, as they explore ageless alignment, the relationship between posture, walking, digestion, and aging. During this episode Myra and Claudia explore:The profound impact that proper posture has on your overall well-being.Digestions role in graceful aging.How the way you carry yourself can be the key to vitality.The true essence of beauty and aging gracefully lies in how it feels to inhabit our own bodies.The emotional and physical transformations that come with age.Tune in to embark on a journey of self discovery, rejuvenation, and learn the secrets to aging with grace. It's time to unlock the potential within your posture, walking,