I was first introduced to Ayurveda during my first Yoga Teacher Training in 2007. At the time, it felt challenging—making the changes seemed daunting (now, I always recommend starting with small steps). It wasn’t until I met Dr. Manish Trivedi, an Ayurveda doctor trained in India, that I truly fell in love with Ayurveda.

My first Panchakarma—a deep cleansing protocol for the body and mind—with Manish was profound. My mind became incredibly stable, my spiritual practice deepened, my senses sharpened, and I felt calm, steady, yet full of energy. Now, I do this practice twice a year, every year.

Experiencing true balance—physically, mentally, and spiritually—was life-changing. Many of us have never known what that deep sense of steadiness feels like. We might think it’s normal to live with anxiety, depression, a constant sense of rushing, or low energy. Even subtle imbalances—like irregular digestion, skin issues, or cracked heels in winter—can signal deeper disharmony. I once thought it was normal to endure small discomforts, like constantly clearing my throat, but Ayurveda showed me otherwise.