In this episode, we dive into the joyful world of Ayurveda with Lucy, an Āyurvedic practitioner who shares how this ancient science can bring balance, connection, and deeper insight into a modern yoga practice and life. We explore how to make Ayurveda feel approachable, aligned, and even a little bit fun.
About Lucy:
Lucy is an Āyurvedic practitioner dedicated to bringing the teachings of the elements to all curious hearts. Following the insights of nature, Lucy leans into the healing arts with a deep trust in the innate wisdom each being holds. Through touch and tenderness Lucy shares the medicine of this time-tested science in fun and relatable ways. Lucy graduated from the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico USA in 2018 where under the guidance of Dr. Vasant Lad and the most loving of teachers, she found a place in a community devoted to the wisdom of Nature.
In this episode, we cover:
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What Ayurveda actually is (and why it's not just tongue scraping and porridge)
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The biggest misconceptions around Ayurveda, especially in wellness spaces
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How yoga and Ayurveda complement each other
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How yoga teachers can start weaving Ayurveda into their classes
This one's especially for yoga teachers who want to learn how Ayurveda can support their students, deepen their offerings, and expand their own connection to self and healing.
Links:
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Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/00HkMpS9f_g?si=shwsatri3f5L9yRQ
Connect with Lucy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/north.ayurveda/
Check out Lucy's website: https://www.northayurveda.com.au/
Learn more about Lucy's 50-hour Ayurveda for Yoga Teachers Course: https://www.northayurveda.com.au/the-yoga-of-ayurveda
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