Understanding the Ayurvedic Doshas and having the ability to identify Kapha, Pitta and Vata constitutions in others gives yoga teachers and yoga therapists insights into client issues and greater awareness of client reactions. Being aware of the different Dosha characteristics provides the ability to tailor classes and programs for enhanced client engagement.
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The Spirit of Things ABC Radio Yoga and Ayurveda with Shakta Kaur, Philip Stevens and Dr. Ram Kumar
Rachel Kohn interviews Shakta Kaur, kundalini yoga teacher, Philip Stevens, neurophysiologist, yoga teacher and sleep scientist and Ayurvedic doctor, Ram Kumar
Nurturing the Soul’s Journey – Ayurvedic and Yogic Psychology by Dr Shaun Matthews
Dr. Shaun Matthews outlines the central tenets of the Ayurvedic and Yogic approaches to living a full and satisfying life.
Ritucharya – Seasonal Routines of health in Ayurveda by Dr Shaun Matthews
Dr. Shaun Matthews describes seasonal routines for the different doshas/body types
Sex, Spirituality & Ayurveda
Ancient Vedic scriptures cite sex as the highest pleasure on the material platform yet, if misused, sex can be the strongest binding attachment preventing us from elevating our consciousness to a higher spiritual reality. Ayurveda, the science of life, sheds illuminating wisdom on the relationship between sex, health and enlightenment.
Spring Detoxing – The Ayurvedic Way by Shaun Matthews
Dr. Shaun Matthews outlines the Ayurvedic approach to fasting and detoxing, which embrace the mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions of life.
Women’s Health interview with Dr Claudia Welch
Dr. Claudia Welch is a medical doctor and specialist in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine. She has specialised in women’s health with a focus on hormonal balance. In this article she discusses how to restore hormonal balance, the cause of women’s disorders and her book on women’s health






