Intro To Ayurveda For Changemakers

Por Stevie Reneé (Steph R. Long)

O que você irá aprender

Ever feel like you're pouring your heart into making a difference, but your own well-being is running on fumes? It's a common struggle. Champions for change—educators, social workers, activists, healers—we often get caught in the cycle of chronic stress and neglecting ourselves while holding space for others. This course ignites the power of Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system that unlocks personalized strategies for peak health. Dive deep and discover your unique mind-body type (known as your dosha), and unlock a toolkit to manage stress, build resilience, and reignite your passion with renewed energy and purpose. Disclaimer: As a certified Ayurvedic health instructor, I've designed this course to empower you with the knowledge and tools to prioritize your well-being. The information presented here is intended for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please use me as a resource and ask as many questions as you need during your time in this course. I love answering your questions! If you require specific dietary plans, herbal recommendations, or treatment protocols, I may direct you to consult a registered dietitian, licensed nutritionist, or a certified Ayurvedic practitioner. Please also note that Ayurveda is a vast subject of lifelong learning that’s impossible to cover in a single 5-day course. With that in mind, the information provided was designed to equip you with a basic foundation for incorporating Ayurvedic practices into your daily life. It is meant to be introductory and empower you to begin optimizing your health holistically.

Stevie Reneé (Steph R. Long)

Florida, USA

Steph R. Long (she/they) is a certified Ayurvedic health teacher, meditation instructor, and well-being coach living on Miccosukee and Seminole land, now known as South Florida. Her work offers a unique blend of Ayurveda, meditation, positive psychology, and life coaching, centering the needs of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ folx seeking positive change in...

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Ayurveda Foundations

Discover the foundations of Ayurveda and learn how this holistic system can empower activists, healers, journalists, educators, social workers, and others to effect change to maintain their resilience. As we kick things off, we'll delve into the core principles of Ayurveda, including the importance of understanding and balancing your dosha for personalized self-care. We'll also begin to uncover practical tips on how diet, lifestyle, and mindfulness practices can help you avoid burnout and sustain your efforts to make a positive impact on the world.

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Intro To The Doshas

Can understanding your dosha make you a more effective changemaker? In today's lesson, you'll uncover the secrets to aligning your physical and emotional well-being with your community work. Through the lens of Ayurveda, we'll navigate the intricacies of the Vata, Pitta, and Kapha doshas to help you identify your unique constitution and leverage it for both personal and collective impact.

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The Importance Of Self-Care In Community Work

Is chronic stress and burnout holding back your effectiveness as a changemaker? Today, we uncover the crucial link between self-care and sustainable impact, challenging the notion that self-care is a luxury. Learn to recognize the signs of burnout and reflect on your habits with targeted journaling prompts designed to boost self-awareness and resilience.

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Personalized Ayurvedic Routines

Discover how to tailor the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda to the unique needs of your dosha in today's lesson. We'll begin with a soothing grounding meditation to set the stage for exploring Dinacharya—the Ayurvedic daily routine. Then, we'll uncover specific practices designed for your dosha, whether it's grounding techniques for Vata, cooling Strategies for pitta, or invigorating activities for Kapha.

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Integrating Ayurveda's Wisdom Into Your Work

On the final day of our Intro to Ayurveda for Changemakers course, you're invited to reflect on the principles you've learned and how they can empower your mission. From understanding the unique strengths of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha doshas to managing stress through mindful practices like meditation and yoga, this class offers some final practical insights to enhance your well-being and effectiveness as a changemaker.

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