One of the important lessons Ayurveda has taught me is the importance of moderation. (Though arguably I’ve exercised a bit too much moderation with my blogging lately.) Ayurveda means “the science of life,” helping those who follows its principles to live a very long, balanced, and healthy life. While I’ve written quite a bit on… Continue reading No Pain, No Gain? Crafting a Healthy Exercise Routine
Guru is a Sanskrit word that means remover of darkness. Buddhists and Hindus hold festivals and elaborate ceremonies on a holiday called Guru Purnima, which happened this week, in fact. This significant holiday is an opportunity for students to honor teachers and express gratitude for those who have taught important lessons, removed shadows of doubt,… Continue reading How I Met My Guru
When I first read Angelina Jolie’s account of her preventative double mastectomy, family history of breast and ovarian cancer, and why she decided to remove her breasts after a positive genetic test, I freaked out a little bit. I began to worry about my own chances of contracting cancer as breast and ovarian cancer appear… Continue reading Fear and Disease: the Mind’s Role in Health