Tuscan Heart Mind Wellness

08/12/2025

Queste feste, regalati o regala a una persona cara il dono del benessere con un sound bath privato.
Questa esperienza rilassa profondamente corpo e mente, riduce lo stress e riequilibra le energie.

04/12/2025

Camel pose, Ustrasana, is one of those shapes that wakes up the whole body and reminds us that life moves forward, even when the year is almost over.

On this full moon, the last one of the year, I love practicing Ustrasana. It opens the heart, lifts the chest, and gives the back a delicious stretch. There is something celebratory about it, almost like leaning back to look at the moon and say thank you.

In Ayurveda, winter needs warmth, movement, circulation. Camel pose brings heat, especially through the chest and upper back, where stagnation likes to hide. When we open this area, energy can flow. Breath becomes deeper. The mood becomes lighter. The mind, which easily contracts in winter, suddenly feels spacious.

This pose reminds us that joy is medicine. Expansion is medicine. A little drama is medicine. Tonight, as the moon shines bright and round, try kneeling on a mat, pressing the hips forward, lifting the heart, and gently opening. Stay for a few breaths and enjoy the sensation of release, relief, and celebration.

It is an invitation to let the year go and welcome a new one with softness and courage.

If you want guidance or want to explore how yoga can support your dosha this winter, reach out.

03/12/2025

As the days get colder, warming spices are perfect to include in your diet. According to Ayurveda, spices like turmeric, cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, cardamom, and ginger not only add flavor but also support your body this winter:

Turmeric: balances inflammation and supports immunity

Cinnamon: warms the body and aids digestion

Nutmeg: calms the mind and supports restful sleep

Black pepper: enhances digestion and helps the body absorb nutrients

Cardamom: soothes the digestive system and uplifts the mind

Ginger: stimulates digestion, warms the body, and strengthens immunity

Add these spices to teas, soups, porridge, or baked treats to keep your body balanced and cozy this season.

If you’re interested in a personalized Ayurvedic consultation, feel free to write me!

01/12/2025

When we nourish the body with the right foods, we activate its natural intelligence and capacity to heal.
Ayurveda reminds us that well-chosen daily habits are often much more powerful than any remedy.

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01/12/2025

Hi everyone,
As many of you know, I’m currently studying to become a Maharishi Ayurveda wellness consultant and Ayurvedic practitioner. Maharishi Ayurveda is a holistic, time-tested system that helps us reconnect with balance, vitality, and our natural intelligence.

In the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing simple insights, practical tips, and reflections from my studies so we can explore this beautiful science together. If you’re curious about Ayurveda, mind-body balance, daily routines, herbs, or personalized wellness, stay tuned. And if you’d like more information or are interested in a consultation, feel free to message me.
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Ciao a tutti,
Come molti sanno, sto studiando per diventare consulente di benessere in Maharishi Ayurveda e praticante ayurvedica. La Maharishi Ayurveda è un sistema olistico e antico che ci aiuta a ritrovare equilibrio, vitalità e l’intelligenza naturale del corpo.

Nelle prossime settimane condividerò consigli pratici, riflessioni e piccoli insegnamenti dal mio percorso, così potremo esplorare insieme questa bellissima scienza. Se siete curiosi di Ayurveda, equilibrio mente-corpo, routine quotidiane, erbe o benessere personalizzato, restate connessi. E per informazioni o consulenze, potete scrivermi in privato.

29/11/2025

I’ve been using Brahmi regularly and I have to say, this little Ayurvedic herb has become such a staple for me. For those who haven’t heard of it, it’s been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years, mostly as a brain tonic.

What I love about Brahmi is how it helps with mental clarity and focus. On days when my mind feels scattered or I’m juggling too much, it really seems to make a difference. It’s traditionally known for supporting memory and cognitive function, which is probably why students in India have been using it forever.

But it’s more than just a brain booster. Brahmi is an adaptogen, meaning it helps your body manage stress more effectively. I’ve noticed I feel calmer and less overwhelmed when I’m consistent with it.

Some other benefits worth mentioning are its potential to ease anxiety, improve sleep quality, and even promote healthier hair when used as an oil. Plus it has antioxidant properties that support overall wellness.

You can take it as a powder, capsules, tea, or use the oil topically. I usually go with the powder mixed into my morning routine, but the oil is amazing for scalp massages too.

One thing to remember is that Brahmi works gradually. It’s not an instant fix, you need to use it consistently for a few weeks to really feel the effects. And as always, check with someone knowledgeable if you’re on any medications.

Would love to hear from others who use Brahmi. What’s your experience been like?

14/11/2025

When the mornings turn crisp and the air gets a bit drier, our digestion loves warmth, softness, and simplicity.
One of the most nourishing things you can start your day with right now is a bowl of stewed spiced apples.

Gently cooked with cinnamon, cardamom, or ginger, they:
✨ kindle digestion
✨ calm the nervous system
✨ support regular elimination
✨ bring grounding and steadiness to the whole day

It’s a small practice with big effects — a way to warm the belly, soften the edges, and sync your system with the season.

A bowl of comfort, ancient wisdom, and real nourishment.

12/11/2025

If you’re feeling dry, stiff, or a little anxious lately, you’re experiencing Vata Season, according to Ayurveda. The cold, dry, and windy qualities of the season are increasing in all of us.

The beautiful, simple solution? Abhyanga (warm oil self-massage).

It’s 15 minutes of luxurious self-love before you shower, and it directly counteracts Vata’s draining qualities.

Ayurvedic Benefits

When you practice Abhyanga, you are actively choosing to:

Ground Your Nerves: Calms the nervous system to reduce stress and anxiety.

Nourish Your Skin: Intensely moisturizes dry, flaky skin.

Improve Sleep: Prepares the mind and body for deep, restful sleep.

Lubricate Joints: Keeps joints flexible and reduces stiffness.

Choose Your Oil Wisely

The best oil depends on your constitution (Dosha):

Vata Types (Dry/Cold): Use warming Sesame Oil or nourishing Almond Oil.

Pitta Types (Hot/Inflamed): Use cooling oils like Coconut Oil or Ghee.

Kapha Types (Heavy/Slow): Use lighter, stimulating oils like Mustard Oil.

A Crucial Warning

Please DO NOT practice Abhyanga if you feel heavy, sluggish, or have a thick coating on your tongue (signs of high Ama—Ayurvedic toxins). Applying oil on top of Ama can trap those toxins deeper in your tissues.
If you suspect Ama, your body needs a gentle cleanse first.

Ready to Customize Your Wellness?

Knowing which oil to use, and when your body is truly ready for it, is key to getting real results from Ayurveda.

If you’re ready to find out your Dosha and create a simple, effective routine tailored just for you—safely and effectively—let’s connect.

DM me to book your personalized Ayurvedic Health Consultation.

08/11/2025

02/11/2025

Our hills have turned golden and the air carries that soft stillness before winter.

In Tuscany, November feels like a quiet pause between seasons — the olive harvest winds down, wood fires begin to scent the air, and the landscape itself seems to exhale.

From an Ayurvedic view, this is Vata season — dry, cool, and light — a time when nature’s winds can stir restlessness in the body and mind. It’s the perfect moment to return to warmth, routine, and nourishment.

I find myself craving slow-cooked meals, spiced teas, and time by the fire. Ayurveda reminds us that as the external world becomes cooler and lighter, we can balance it with grounding foods, steady rhythms, and moments of stillness.

Think of soups simmering on the stove, roasted root vegetables, and warm oils that soothe the skin. Think of early evenings for reflection, gentle walks, and time spent listening — to the season, to the body, to the silence that deepens as the days grow shorter.

November teaches a simple truth: balance is found by aligning with nature’s pace.

As the world slows down, we can too — with gratitude, warmth, and a steady heart.

27/10/2025

In Ayurveda, spices are more than flavor — they’re medicine, balance, and energy.
Each blend carries the wisdom of nature, harmonizing body, mind, and spirit through taste and aroma.

🌿 Rooted Harmony (Vata blend)
Embrace stillness and stability. A grounding mix to calm the winds of change, ease restlessness, and restore inner steadiness.

🌸 Cool Serenity (Pitta blend)
Soothe the inner fire. A cooling, refreshing blend that brings peace to body and mind, supporting digestion and emotional balance.

🔥 Energize Essence (Kapha blend)
Awaken your vitality. A warming, invigorating blend that uplifts energy, stimulates metabolism, and clears stagnation.

Spices gently awaken Agni — the digestive fire that governs transformation — supporting vitality, clarity, and lightness from within.

Handcrafted with care in Tuscany 🤍
Holistic balance, one spice at a time.

25/10/2025

Roasted chestnut season is officially here in Tuscany.

If you’ve started noticing those irresistible mounds of castagne piled up in the Florence markets, your body is getting a natural nudge from nature—and from Ayurveda!

Late fall is peak Vata season (air and ether energy), which brings dryness, coldness, and instability (think dry skin, anxiety, or scattered thoughts). So, why do we crave these delicious nuts right now?

Ayurveda explains it perfectly: Chestnuts are the ultimate Vata balancer!
* They Ground You: They’re naturally heavy and dense, countering Vata’s light, airy nature and helping you feel stable and centered.
* They Nourish: With their naturally sweet taste and high energy content, they are deeply nourishing and help build your vital essence, known as Ojas, preparing you for the cold months ahead.
* They Warm You: Eating them roasted or boiled (always cooked!) introduces the vital warmth your body needs to fight the seasonal chill and keep your digestion strong.

Next time you grab a cone of hot chestnuts, know you aren’t just enjoying a treat—you’re doing some powerful, ancient self-care! Embrace the season by eating what’s local and warm. ❤️