For years I was the type of person who got out of bed last minute, threw on some clothes, brushed my teeth (hopefully!), and grabbed coffee to-go before speeding off to work. Due to this routine, I was often physically and mentally tardy for work. Reflecting now, it seems like my mind spent the morning […]
1. Good morning! Starting the day by looking at my hands, giving gratitude and/or praying has been the catalyst for positive thinking throughout the entire day to follow. Although I am not new to the practice of starting my mornings in this way, I found myself specifically working on giving gratitude and praying in different, […]
The results of my experiment have certainly had life altering effects. They have become aspects of my life that I do not plan to change. I look forward to waking up early for my daily routine. I enjoy the effects that these small changes have made on my days. I appreciate the positive changes and […]
One of the unique aspects of Axis Yoga Teacher Trainings is the inclusion of Ayurvedic study. Additionally, the students have the opportunity to apply the lessons of Ayurveda to their own lives. This student experimented with Ayurvedic recommendations to help alleviate fatigue which led to “a new lifestyle built upon awareness of healthy decisions and […]
In an effort to formulate the structure of my experiment, I applied some fundamental principles of ayurveda to my current life. Doing this gave me a new perspective on my everyday life and opened my eyes to different methods for staying healthy. I learned about vata imbalances and how they can be provoked by consistent […]
My lifestyle prior to conducting this experiment was not necessarily unhealthy, but rather unaware of the detriment some small actions had on my health. I was able to recognize everyday ailments, such as fatigue or allergies, but unable to identify their source. For instance, I have always been prone to snacking in between meals on […]
I began by first establishing my full morning routine and purchasing any necessary items for my experiment. I utilized the intellectual resources provided by my instructors as well as those found in the Ayurvedic Home Remedies textbook. I began to understand the importance of dedicating my morning to promoting a healthy, happy day ahead. Using […]
Throughout this experimental process I have developed a new awareness of how my body functions and how I can help maintain my health through diet and lifestyle choices. Ayurveda has given me new tools through which to examine myself and the world around me, which has lead me further down the path towards discovering my […]
Dear Yogis, With a big sigh of relief, I’m happy to say that spring season is upon us. Now is the time for a fresh start… The new season invites us to rediscover a new level of playful vitality, delight in warmer days and clean house of any lethargic energy that may have build up […]
Spoiler alert…its gratitude. That is certainly what the following Axis Yoga Teacher Training student came to conclude during the personal experiment portion of the training. Read on to learn how this student went from simply using gratitude as a focus for meditation and started using gratitude as a window into the life that could be. […]