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Simple Ayurveda is here to make ancient science easy to understand, relatable and totally possible for you to apply into your modern day life so that you can be your healthiest, most vibrant self. Angela Perger is an Ayurveda practitioner, professor of holistic health and mother of two. Grab the free resources over at simpleayurveda.com or follow @simple_ayurveda on Instagram.
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David Nichtern, founder of Dharma Moon, is a senior Buddhist teacher who has been practicing and teaching meditation for over 40 years. He was one of the initial American students of renowned meditation master Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and studied closely with him soon after his arrival in the United States in 1970. He is also a business consultant with companies creating a variety of offerings integrating meditation in a larger health and well-being context – including Goldman Sachs, Journey ...
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A map is a representation. It’s a tool that can be static or fixed- like a piece of paper that you hold in your hand; but it can also be dynamic and changing- like your phone’s GPS. The ancient texts of Ayurveda are written records. That part is fixed. But how we use them has always been dynamic and changing. Ayurveda Encompassed is a navigation sy…
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Ep. 53 – The Four Powers of Confidence with Ethan Nichtern
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Exploring the themes in his new book, Confidence, Ethan Nichtern chats with his dad, David, about vulnerability, truth, and the state of the world. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. In this episode, David and Ethan speak about: Ethan’s new…
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256 | Cultivating a Deep Well of Nourishment
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Cultivating a deep well of nourishment takes knowing yourself and knowing what is nourishing to you- not your best friend, not your family members, not your favorite teacher, not anyone else. And certainly not what you see on social media or society in general. Learn more about: Exploring the conditions that support you to thrive Depositing into yo…
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255 | Q + A : Yoga Nidra, my daily food + lifestyle, osteoarthritis, seasonal living in a tropical climate, sunscreen & bug spray
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Angela answers questions sent in by listeners. Learn more about: The SA Guide to Yoga Nidra Personal updates on Angela’s diet and daily lifestyle Another way of looking at bone health Seasonal living in a tropical climate The middle path on sunscreen and bug spray Releasing dogma and enjoying your life while also living Ayurvedic principles Have a …
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254 | The Hero’s Journey + Rewiring Patterns
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When you create new neural pathways in your brain, it’s exhausting. It is easier for your brain to keep thinking in the same old way as that requires less energy. To think in a new way requires being resourced. Cultivating ojas is a path to accessing that foundation. Learn more about: Ayurvedic psychology as it relates to adapting new habits and be…
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253 | Whole and Integrated Instead of Happy and Healthy
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Language has nuance. How we describe ourselves and our intentions carry vibrational resonance. Join Angela in this solo episode about wholeness and integration. Learn more about: Making room for the parts of ourselves that we have resistance to Honoring natural rhythms and cycles Yoga Nidra as a tool for rewiring limiting beliefs The importance of …
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Ep. 52 – The Intersection of Love and Awareness with Rhonda V. Magee
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Highlighting the intersection between love and awareness, Rhonda V. Magee joins David to discuss real change in a culture of separation. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. This time on the CSM podcast, David and Rhonda converse about: Rhond…
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Ep. 51 – Eternalism and A.I. with Ramin Nazer
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Ramin Nazer and David Nichtern explore the individual’s place in an ever-changing and technologically-advancing world. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow This time on CSM, we hear about: Technological advancement and the collec…
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Ep. 50 – A Mindful Approach to Panic with Dan Harris
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Discussing his experience with panic attacks, Dan Harris describes the tools that have helped him move from resistance to acceptance. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this episode, David and Dan dive into: How Dan went fro…
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252 | Navigating Liminal Spaces + the Deep Work of Rest and Digest
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Join Angela in this conversation that explores navigating the liminal space with grace and ease. Learn more about: Identifying liminal spaces in your life The relationship between deep rest and your digestion from the Ayurvedic perspective States of consciousness and their role in your healing Bridge practices to help you dance between states of co…
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251 | Simple Practices That Add Up to a Life of Dharma with Richard Masla
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Join Angela and Richard in this conversation about simple practices that add up to a life of dharma. Learn more about: Morning routine Practices for stressful times Love as medicine The link between Shamanism and Ayurveda Suggestions for cultivating a healthy mindset Ram’s favorite places in India Richard Masla founded the Ayurveda Health Retreat i…
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250 | Modern Science meets Ayurveda with Dr. John Douillard
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Join Angela and Dr. John Douillard in this conversation about modern science and the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. Angela asks Dr. Douillard questions sent in by listeners. Learn more about an Ayurvedic take on: Bulletproof coffee The keto diet Red light therapy PUFAs Gut immunity Adrenal fatigue ADHD Dr. John Douillard DC, CAP is author of seven Ayu…
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249 | Dharma and Your Personal Expression in the World
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Join Angela in this solo episode: Dharma and Your Personal Expression in the World as she shares teachings from the ancient texts woven with personal examples. Learn more about: The four inherent values The difference between Yoga and dharma Individual dharma and universal dharma Sadvritta: living true to yourself with Yoga and Ayurveda The mahagun…
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Ep. 49 – The Mind-Body Interplay with Dr. Sarà King
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Examining the interplay between mind and body, neuroscientist Dr. Sarà King and David Nichtern talk trauma, dream-work, and the sense of self. David and Dr. Sarà traverse these topics: Dr. Sarà’s research on generational trauma and ancestral intelligence The autonomic nervous system and how trauma is stored in the body Fight, Flight, Freeze, Faint,…
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Join Angela as she shares her own personal reflections from this year, in hopes it inspires you to contemplate and reflect on your own year. We’re constantly in transition, and this is a beautiful time of year for reflecting on and celebrating how you've grown. Thank you for supporting The Simple Ayurveda Podcast by listening and sharing, and for l…
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247 | The Spine, Deep Yoga and True Release with Kaya Mindlin
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Join Angela and Kaya in this conversation about the deep inner journey that is your spine. Learn more about: The physical, subtle and causal spine How and where karma is held in the body The significance of the tailbone Supporting the natural curve of the spine How the spinal curve has changed over time Stretching versus releasing a muscle Ayurveda…
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Ep. 48 – The Relative and The Absolute with Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson
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Focusing on the relative and absolute, Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson and David Nichtern explore mindfulness, mysticism, and more. David and Jay spend this episode discussing: - Jay’s interdisciplinary background and seizing the day - Mindfulness and Jewish mysticism - Spiritual and Sensual Exploration - Relying on a joyful state of mind - The intersecti…
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246 | Finding Purpose Through Understanding Your Own Truth with Graciela Rasor
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Join Angela and Graciela in this conversation about tuning into your soul's language and finding purpose through understanding your own truth. Learn more about: Recognizing your intuition Following your own wisdom Four types of intuition based on Human Design Finding joy in healing, especially when the pain runs deep Graciela Rasor is a mystic and …
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Ep. 47 – We Were Made for These Times with Kaira Jewel Lingo
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Mindfulness teacher, Kaira Jewel Lingo, chats with David Nichtern about the power of spiritual community and self-assessment. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this episode, David and Kaira discuss: The practice of sharing …
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245 | German New Medicine + Listening to Your Innate Wisdom with Katherine Housh
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Join Angela and Katherine in this conversation about German New Medicine and listening to your innate wisdom. Learn more about: Understanding your symptoms as described by German New Medicine Conflict versus healing phases The root cause of adrenal fatigue Deciphering signals from your body Recognizing your soul’s purpose Katherine is a trauma-info…
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Join Angela in this solo episode: Cultivating an Ayurveda Toolkit. Learn more about: Quantity versus quality when it comes to acquiring tools Skill versus knowledge Angela’s list of treasured tools Why you might make your own list Returning back home to some of your favorite forgotten practices Resource mentioned: Join the Simple Ayurveda newslette…
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243 | Remembering Who You Are with Tracee Stanley
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Join Angela and Tracee in this conversation about sacred practices and rituals to help you remember and honor your deepest Self. Learn more about: Simple ways to connect with your inner wisdom Following a daily rhythm centered on feminine energy Turning to nature as your teacher The power of ritual woven through your day Tracee Stanley is the autho…
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242 | Q + A: Seasonal Shifts, Afternoon Rituals, Insomnia, Hot Yoga, The Nervous System + Sharing Ayurveda
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Join Angela in this informal Q + A episode as she discusses topics sent in by listeners. Learn more about: The shift from pitta to vata energy, whether it’s the seasonal or daily rhythm Cultivating an afternoon ritual to ground vata dosha Supporting your nervous system from the Ayurvedic perspective Balancing things you love that you know aren’t th…
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241 | Self Love + Forgiveness with Dr. Lina Zalloum, AyD
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Join Angela and Dr. Lina Zalloum, AyD in this conversation about self-love, forgiveness and deep healing. Learn more about: Dr. Lina’s recovery from 15 years of fainting spells Tools for shifting your perspective Her inspiration for writing her book, Ayurveda in Arabic Practicing Ayurveda as a Muslim Dr. Lina Zalloum is the first Arab Ayurvedic Doc…
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240 | Embodied Ayurveda: A Joyful Approach to Learning
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Join Angela in this solo episode: Embodied Ayurveda: A joyful approach to learning as she shares a fresh perspective on learning and understanding Ayurveda in modern times. Learn more about: What exactly is an Ayurvedic lifestyle in the 21st century Connecting to energy as knowledge Becoming your own guru Why traditional teaching methods don’t alwa…
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David Nichtern explores how mindfulness meditation is the primary tool on our journey of joining Heaven and Earth, which are our highest aspirations and our day-to-day practicalities. This episode is taken from one of David’s Dharma Moon Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training sessions. The Intro to Mindfulness and the Path of Meditation program, w…
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David is joined by Emmy Award-winning composer, author, multi-Platinum record producer and songwriter Richard Wolf for a conversation about music, mindfulness, and success. Join David Nichtern and Robert Thurman on Tuesday, August 22nd to discuss teaching meditation and find out more about Dharma Moon and Tibet House's renowned mindfulness meditati…
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239 | Celebrating Five Years of Simple Ayurveda
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Join Angela in this solo episode: Celebrating Five Years of Simple Ayurveda as she shares some personal updates and a glimpse of the direction of Simple Ayurveda going forward. Learn more about: Angela’s personal journey with functional medicine The Yogic explanation for why we all experience delusion or misunderstanding An inside out approach vers…
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Join Angela in this solo episode: Ayurvedic bone health. The bones are seen as a deeper layer of the physical body. This episode references an ancient text on the digestive journey through the srotamsi to asthi dhatu. Ayurveda looks at everything holistically and Angela shares self-inquiry prompts to help you uncover potential energetic blocks stor…
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Ayurveda isn’t about “fixing” what’s wrong or changing you into someone you’re not. What if you viewed your constitution as a gift? What if you shifted your focus from the doshas toward cultivating sattva? In this episode Angela shares excerpts from Dr. Frawley’s book, “Ayurveda & Yoga” in a discussion on the spiritual, life-affirming attributes of…
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