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03/26/2026

If you want to take Ayurvedic herbs, please talk to me first.” 👈🏽 me to my dad last week, after he told me about a 1 hour special by Dr. Sanjay Gupta extolling the benefits of ashwagandha + manuka honey capsules….. and proudly mentioned that he had googled where to find them.

Not because I want to gatekeep Ayurveda, but because these herbs are potent medicine. When used incorrectly, they can create real imbalance - and people often end up blaming Ayurveda itself.

Ashwagandha is everywhere these days - wellness spaces, teas, pet foods, latte add-ons, and “stress-relief gummies.” It’s widely presented as a cure-all for anxiety, sleep, hormones, burnout - and casually marketed for everyday use.

Classical Ayurvedic texts describe hundreds of herbs. Ashwagandha is just one of them, and it can absolutely be incredibly helpful. But like everything in Ayurveda, it’s not one-size-fits-all.

When something so potent becomes used so casually, we lose the intelligence behind its use.

Ashwagandha shouldn’t be taken indefinitely, casually, or just because you’re feeling stressed. All herbs should be prescribed intentionally - based on a person’s constitution, current imbalances, the season, the state of digestion, and within a broader strategy of care. Dosage and timing (first thing in AM, before bed, before or after meals) direct the action of the herb and are chosen with care.

In most cases, when recommended by an Ayurvedic practitioner, it’s used as part of a broader, synergistic protocol - rarely on its own. It can be overly heating, heavy, or dulling for some individuals. It may not be appropriate:
• with significant ama (poor digestion / metabolic toxins) • in certain high Pitta or inflammatory states • when there is congestion or heaviness in the system • in some thyroid conditions • when taken in the wrong dose or for too long

It’s a good thing that Ayurveda is reaching more people. But it’s an intelligent system of medicine built on individualization, timing, and context. It was never meant to be practiced through marketed trends or isolated supplements. The right herbs, for the right person, at the right time - that’s real Ayurvedic medicine.

03/25/2026

Ayurveda teaches that your environment is part of the medicine.

The quality of a space - warm, grounded, clean - directly influences how your body feels and responds.

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03/24/2026

If you’ve been following along, you may have noticed that my suggestions keep returning to a common theme: Warmth.

Keep the body warm. Sip on warm fluids. Favor warm, cooked meals. Warm oils.

In Ayurveda, we understand the body through pairs of qualities: warm & cold, dry & unctuous, light & heavy, mobile & stable. These are directly observable forces with specific actions that shape how the body functions.

When a quality accumulates beyond what keeps an individual system balanced, it begins to show up as symptoms.

Cold tends to: slow digestion, constrict the body’s channels, reduce sweating (a pathway of elimination), and promote holding, stagnation, or irregularity.

Warmth, used appropriately, does the opposite: it kindles digestive fire, supports movement and circulation, and helps to liquefy and mobilize accumulated material in the system.

When I speak about food, routine, or the environment, I’m considering the qualities at play - and how to use opposing qualities to gently bring the system back toward balance.

That said, this is not to suggest that cold is inherently harmful or should always be avoided.

Cold has its place.

In conditions of excess heat, we use cooling qualities to restore balance. For example, in states of increased pitta, burning sensations, certain inflammatory conditions, or excess bleeding - cooling and stabilizing help contain when there is overflow.

When we have a cut that’s bleeding, we reach for ice. Why? Because cold has a constricting, thickening, slowing quality. It slows down flow and helps contain what is flowing out.

That same quality doesn’t just act locally - it has predictable effects in the body more broadly.

When we regularly take in cold foods and drinks, that same constricting, slowing effect happens in the GI tract. This can dampen digestive activity and restrict the natural flow of processes that are meant to move smoothly.

Digestion, by nature, requires warmth - to transform, move, and process what we take in.

This is the essence of Ayurvedic thinking: not rigid rules, but context, proportion, appropriate application of therapeutic qualities - through food, habits, herbs, therapies.

03/20/2026

It was 39 degrees when I left my house this morning, and 84 degrees by the time I was on my way home.

This kind of swing is typical in the high desert at this time of year. Here in NM, the combination of temperature swings, dryness, and wind creates a particularly Vata aggravating Spring environment.

From an Ayurvedic perspective, this has real implications on our ability to maintain balance.

In the very first chapter of the Charaka Samhita (one of Ayurveda’s foundational classical texts), “improper contact with the environment” is described as one of the three root causes of disease.

We can think of this as “sensory shock.”

When we jump between near-freezing mornings and scorching afternoons - or from icy indoor air conditioning to outdoor summer heat - our body’s internal thermostat has to work a lot harder to stay steady.

I’m feeling this myself this week. The AC has been blasting in my new office (it’s thankfully getting turned OFF this weekend), and even with all my tools, my body responded with a runny nose - a sign that it’s trying to produce moisture to protect against the drying, cold shock of the AC.

When our external environment becomes erratic, our internal environment struggles to keep up and stay regulated.

You might notice:
- gas, bloating, or variable digestion
- dry skin or “crunchy” joints
- sinus sensitivity or headaches
- fatigue and/or restlessness

In the classical texts, these “root causes of disease” are emphasized because, left unaddressed, they are often the beginning of a longer story. Ignoring the “crunchy joints” or “erratic digestion” now can be like ignoring a small leak in a dam.

Addressing these minor Vata shifts now is how we prevent the deeper, more stubborn imbalances later.

In seasons of rapid change, consistency is medicine to anchor your energy against this external chaos.
- Sip warm liquids to keep the internal fire steady
- Protect your neck and ears from wind
- Keep your meal times predictable. When the weather is unpredictable, we should prioritize consistency in the areas that we have control over.
- Avoid the AC blast. Instead, give your body a chance to acclimate naturally.

03/03/2026

Most of us can move through several roles throughout a day. For me: partner, daughter, stepmother, sister, friend, practitioner.

Each of these relationships draws from a common pool of internal reserves: energy, attention, capacity.

When the body is depleted and the mind and nervous system are approaching overwhelm, even the relationships we care about most can start to feel like “too much.”

Pushing through symptoms of dis-ease because we can - because we’re “strong,” capable, or feel like we don’t have time to take care of ourselves - only accelerates that depletion.

Supporting our bodies isn’t something that should compete with having space for our relationships.

It’s actually what enables us to show up with presence and real capacity in our relationships.

This is a reframe that has been important for me.

If you’re here, this probably resonates - or feels like something you’re already trying to live.

Maybe it can be an invitation to gently encourage the people you love to take care of themselves, so there’s more capacity available between you.
(I do this too.)

02/26/2026

Ayurveda has long emphasized that how we eat is just as important as what we eat.

Many people are hyper-focused on the “what” - organic, “clean,” gluten-free, anti-inflammatory - while the process of eating is what’s actually causing their discomfort.

From an Ayurvedic perspective, digestion is highly responsive to daily rhythms and individual digestive capacity. It is supported by:

* eating at regular times so digestive capacity knows when to peak and can rest and rebuild in between
* matching meal frequency to the reality of one’s digestive capacity (rather than forcing 3 meals when 2 may be better tolerated)
* allowing enough space between meals rather than constantly grazing
* avoiding late or irregular meals that challenge digestion
* avoiding food combinations that are difficult to digest together and strain digestion
* generally eating in a way that supports digestive efficiency, not overload

It’s not uncommon to see people eating “all the right foods” - but doing so while:

* snacking throughout the day
* eating late at night
* multitasking or eating on the go
* overriding hunger and fullness cues

In those cases, uncomfortable symptoms can be a reflection of “how” the body is being asked to digest, not “what” it is being given.

When the process of eating is optimized, digestion often improves without obsessing over food lists or strict rules. This can look like more steady energy, less gas and bloating, clearer hunger cues, and more regular bowel rhythms.

On a deeper level, supporting digestive process and rhythm can be foundational for conditions often associated with impaired digestion - including elevated cholesterol, liver stress, migraines, inflammatory skin patterns like eczema, blood sugar instability, hormone-related symptoms, and chronic inflammatory conditions.

From an Ayurvedic perspective, restoring and optimizing natural digestive capacity is one of the most gentle and effective forms of “cleansing.”

02/20/2026

Beginning March 16, I’ll be seeing clients in person in Santa Fe at my office in the Lena Street Lofts, while continuing to offer online consultations.

Grateful for the ways this is work continues to evolve.

02/12/2026

If you’ve been feeling more irritable or reactive lately, your sleep quality may be the reason.

I notice this clearly in myself.

I’ve been noticing how much my emotional resilience disappears when I don’t sleep well or long enough.
 I’m not just tired - I’m irritable, impatient, quicker to anger, and far less tolerant of stress.

Ayurveda’s has a perspective on this.

In classical Ayurveda, sleep (nidra) is described as one of the three pillars that support life itself. Along with food (nourishment) and the wise regulation of vital energy, sleep allows the system to stabilize, repair, and integrate.

When sleep is disrupted or lacking, the body loses its capacity to regulate stress and emotion. This is why emotional fragility often shows up before anything else. This isn’t a mindset issue or a personality trait.

It’s a physiological state.

Instead of pushing harder or judging reactions, we can listen more closely and prioritize sleep. Irritability and reactivity aren’t moral failures - they’re signals that the nervous system doesn’t have enough reserve.

If you’ve been feeling raw or fragile lately, your body may be asking for rest.

Sleep isn’t indulgent.

02/06/2026

Castor oil has been something I’ve leaned on in my own care for years.

Several years ago, I underwent a major abdominal surgery. In the years that followed, I developed significant scar tissue and restriction in the abdomen and pelvis, along with digestive symptoms, pelvic discomfort, and increased menstrual pain, including adenomyosis.

Castor oil packs have been one of the simplest and most potent tools to support softness, movement, and relief in areas of my body affected by post-surgical restriction, inflammation, and stagnation. They are something I continue to use regularly.

In my clinical work, I’ve seen castor oil be incredibly supportive for clients - particularly those with surgical histories, chronic digestive discomfort, pelvic pain, adhesions, inflammatory conditions, or even vague but persistent feelings of “stuckness” or congestion in the abdominal or pelvic regions.

From an Ayurvedic perspective, castor oil (eranda taila) is heavy, unctuous, warming, and penetrating. These qualities make it especially helpful for conditions involving dryness (such as constipation), rigidity (such as adhesions), inflammation, and lack of movement. This is particularly relevant in the abdomen and pelvis, where apana vata - which is regulated by warmth, heaviness, and unctuousness - governs downward flow and proper elimination.

Traditionally, castor oil has been used to support circulation and softening in areas of stagnation - including tissues affected by adhesions, congestion, or unwanted growth patterns.

They are not a cure-all, and they are not appropriate for every body or every situation. But when used appropriately and as part of a comprehensive individualized plan, they can be a powerful and accessible support.

Safety note: Castor oil is warming and penetrating and is not appropriate for everyone. It should especially be avoided during pregnancy, acute infection, or immediately following surgery. Individual constitution and context matter - guidance from a qualified practitioner is recommended.

02/04/2026

An update on No Sugar January.

Earlier this month, I shared some reflections on sweet cravings through an Ayurvedic lens - how they can often be the body’s way of requesting nourishment.

As my “No Sugar January” went on, I noticed something interesting (but ultimately, not very surprising).

Without sugar, I found myself reaching more for salty snacks and heavier foods - more cheese, more density, more “grounding” in other forms. Despite removing added sugars, I actually gained a couple of pounds….

It was a potent reminder that when we move toward restriction and take something away without fully listening to the body, the body often finds another route to ask for what it needs.

The lesson, for me, wasn’t “avoid sugar.”
 It was about moderation: allowing enjoyment without swinging into deprivation or another extreme.

From an Ayurvedic perspective, cravings are information. They may be the body’s way of asking for nourishment, pleasure, grounding, or comfort - and when we respond with rigidity instead of curiosity, imbalance can still arise as the underlying need remains unmet.

When the body is generally healthy, honoring a craving in a balanced way is often more regulating than overriding it with rigid rules.

Restrictions can create imbalance just as easily as excess.

This month’s lesson: listen closely enough to respond appropriately.

01/29/2026

When our hearts are open, it’s common for conflict to become part of the relationships that matter to us - partners, friends, colleagues, family.

While it may feel like conflict is primarily the expression of charged emotions, it also very much involves a physiological response.

The nervous system shifts into defense mode. Perception narrows. Our bodies constrict. Breathing becomes shallow. Digestion is affected. Sleep is disturbed. Our tone changes. And for most of us - suddenly, everything feels urgent.

In Ayurveda, conflict almost always involves a rise in pitta - the dosha of heat, sharpness, intensity, criticism, confrontation - in that moment. Depending on our underlying tendencies, that internal heat may express as reactivity, anxiety, or shut down.

Often, these activated states are fueled by prolonged stress, depleted reserves, irregular routines, or overstimulation - not just the moment at hand.

In moments like this, it’s not only about what happened - it’s about what state the body is in.

Because from dysregulation, everything feels immediate. But from steadiness, clarity returns.

When you notice yourself in a charged, activated state, creating even a small pause allows space for a different response to emerge. Here are a few simple supports that can help the body begin to return toward steadiness:
 • sip on something warm and grounding (tea, warm spiced milk, hot water) • place a hand on your chest or belly • slow your breath, lengthening the exhale • step outside or change your surroundings for a moment • jot down what feels “big” for you in the moment • avoid stimulants like caffeine or alcohol in that window
• stick to simple rhythms while the charge is on - warm food, regular meals, early rest

These are small interventions that can make an immediate impact. As the body returns toward steadiness, clearer perception and more measured response become possible.

Over time, the body can settle into a steadier baseline.

01/21/2026

Lately I’ve been sharing more of my day-to-day reality here - less “information,” more lived experience.

I want what I share to feel relatable and real, inspired by the rhythms of my own life.

Years ago, when my own health challenges led me to seek answers, Ayurveda helped me understand why my body was struggling and how small, consistent shifts in daily habits could support the body’s natural ability to recalibrate. This is what first drew me to dive deep into this tradition.

What really lights me up in my clinical work is helping people understand why their body is struggling in the first place.

When someone finally understands how longstanding habits have shaped their current state of health, sees the pattern behind their symptoms, and the story begins to make sense - a powerful shift occurs.

Confidence replaces confusion. Optimism and hope replace fear and a sense of helplessness.

From there, we build personalized protocols - through food, herbs, daily rhythm, and targeted practices - that meet the body where it is, so change becomes possible and sustainable.

This is the work I love most: bringing clarity to the story behind the body’s current state and empowering clients with tools to help themselves.

If you’re navigating challenges in your health journey and would like support, you’re welcome to reach out via DM or book a discovery call through the link in my bio.

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