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Yoga Nidra: The Most Restful Hour of Your Week

Hi Reader, In my Ayurvedic practice, I talk a lot about lifestyle practices & daily rhythms, diet, and inner alignment—and one of the most powerful healing tools we have: deep rest. That’s why I’m so excited to continue teaching Yoga Nidra every Monday evening, both in person in San Francisco and online via livestream. Bookmark the links below and join us anytime! ✨ Yoga Nidra is yogic sleep—a practice of lying down, letting go, and gently entering a dreamlike state where true healing...

Hi Reader, Looking for something meaningful to do this Friday?Drop by for an hour of Ayurvedic insight and community. I'm offering a free, community-centered talk: AN INTRODUCTION TO AYURVEDA 🗓️ Friday, July 11 ⏰ 6:15–7:15 PM 📍 Folk SF – 286 Divisadero Street, San Francisco In this one-hour session, I’ll introduce the foundational principles of Ayurveda, including the five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and ether—and the three doshas: Vāta, Pitta, and Kapha. You’ll learn how understanding...

From Ayurveda to Yoga Nidra: A Path to Deep Healing

Hi Reader, Happy Monday! As many of you know, I’ve been sharing insights from Ayurveda—a tradition I’ve been deeply immersed in while studying to become a Doctor of Ayurvedic Medicine over the past four years. This path followed decades of practicing and teaching yoga, beginning back in the 1990s. Ayurveda and Yoga come from the same ancient system of holistic living: ✨ Ayurveda offers daily lifestyle guidance and healing primarily through food and herbs ✨ Yoga cultivates the discipline and...

Hi Reader, I’m always looking for ways to help the folks who come to see me for Ayurveda consultations, attend my yoga classes either online or live in San Francisco (prenatal), or follow along here on my mailing list to slow down, reconnect, and nourish their whole selves. My love for Yoga and Ayurveda began when I was a young adult, and these timeless practices have served me deeply through all stages of life. I want to help you experience that same support and steadiness. That’s why I’m so...

Free Talk Ayurveda, kitcheree, chai

Hi Reader, Join me tonight—alongside my dear friend and San Francisco-based acupuncturist, Debora Silverman—for a cozy, community-centered evening where we’ll explore the basics of Ayurveda and acupuncture. We'll enjoy a relaxed conversation, take a quick Dosha Quiz, and share a warm bowl of Kitchari, a traditional Indian dish that’s easy to digest and balancing for all doshas. Register Here (its free) What to Expect • Dosha Quiz – Discover your Ayurvedic type with my short quiz (attached...

Father’s Day reflection on aging, effort, and Ayurveda and karma

Hi Reader, Happy Wednesday! Father’s Day is next week. Don’t forget about your dad. Whatever kind of man he was— or is — understanding the influence he had on you can offer surprising clarity. David + Ingrid 2010 I don’t see my father often, but I do see him. He’s a man’s man with a domestic streak — keeps his house and car clean, cooks for himself (not just BBQ!), and still volunteers planting redwood saplings in the Sequoia National Forest. He turns 89 in a few days. Born in 1936, he’s...

Hi Reader, When someone reaches out after a talk I’ve given, it always makes my day—and when Isabella asked me for Ayurvedic book recommendations, it reminded me how often people are looking for trustworthy places to begin. So I’ve put together a curated list of Ayurveda books I’ve found helpful, many of which I still return to. You can see the full list here on my Bookshop.org page. I’m an affiliate there, which means you’re also supporting independent bookstores—and my work when you buy...

Sheltering Skys Ayurveda and Yoga

Hi Reader, We give so much of ourselves—through care, listening, showing up, and holding space. This Mother’s Day, I invite you to receive that same level of care. 🌸 Nourish: A Mother’s Day Partner Yoga + Self-Care Workshop Saturday, May 10th in San Francisco Everyone welcome—come solo or with a loved one This is more than a yoga class. It's a space to slow down, connect, and replenish. Come with your mom, your child, your best friend—or come solo and be paired with someone there. We’ll move...

Hi Reader, I’d love for you to join me this Friday, May 2 at Folk SF in San Francisco for a free evening talk exploring the heart of Ayurvedic wisdom. Whether you're new to Ayurveda or looking to deepen your understanding, this is a chance to connect with the elements that shape your body, mind, and daily rhythms. We’ll explore the five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and ether—and the three doshas: Vāta, Pitta, and Kapha. These elemental energies influence everything from your digestion...

Hi Reader, With Mother’s Day approaching, I’ve been thinking about all the ways we give care to others, and hopefully, to ourselves. Whether you’re a mother, have one, or are someone who nurtures others (or yourself), I want to invite you to a special afternoon of connection, rest, and replenishment. 🌸Nourish: A Mother’s Day Partner Yoga + Self-Care Workshop May 10th, 4-5:30 pm, 6th Avenue, San Francisco **Everyone Welcome** This gentle and heart-centered workshop is designed to honor the...