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 Hello friend,

I'm in the beginning of my Ayurvedic journey, and I'm ecstatic to continue on and share with you what I'm learning. It's fascinating, yet simple holistic ways to help keep you feeling your best. Which just so happens to be my aspiration in life. I've always been drawn to helping others in my career, even when it wasn't planned. These things just tug at you. This path with Ayurveda is no different. 

So what is Ayurveda? This is a new word to many of my clients. You're not alone! It is a word in the Sanskrit language that translates to 'the science (or wisdom) of life'. Ayurveda emphasizes the importance of creating and maintaining positive health. Its focus is an individualized, multi-dimensional approach in preventing the imbalances that lead to disease and the treatment of these imbalances. 

Why I love this is that it takes into consideration the uniqueness of the person and considers body, mind and spirit. It offers natural ways of treating imbalances and promoting health, emphasizes prevention and empowers everyone to take responsibility for their wellbeing. 

This month I've learned a lot about the origin and philosophy. I have also learned a lot of foundational things that will be the building blocks to everything upcoming that I will study. Sanskrit is slowly coming..it was definitely a challenge to understand concepts and learn new words at the same time. But I'm getting there. 

This blog will have lots of Ayurvedic tips and information, along with other holistic information from the massage realm. I hope you'll check it out from time to time. 


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