The Simple Ayurveda Podcast

Mothering yourself isn’t about your relationship with your mother, it’s about your relationship with yourself. It’s tapping into feminine wisdom- both the soft and tender AND the fierce protector.  Learn More About: * A Taoist view on source as the great mother * How many of us are reclaiming the ways of our ancient wise and well ancestors * The simplicity of dropping elaborate protocols and tuning into nourishing food and sleep * Recognizing disempowering stories * Attuning to your needs moment to moment   This episode was based on a listener question. Send your questions and thoughts to angela@simpleayurveda.com [angela@simpleayurveda.com] for future podcast discussions. Resources: The Simple Ayurveda health certification program [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients. Apply here. [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] It is a small group with personalized instruction and individual mentorship led directly by Angela. Next cohort starts September 2025. Ayurveda Encompassed: [https://simpleayurveda.thrivecart.com/ayurveda-encompassed/] Take your understanding of Ayurveda to a new level and step into a more expansive version of yourself. Join Angela in a high-level small group mentorship with personalized support and resources. For wellness practitioners and Ayurveda enthusiasts. Next cohort Spring 2026.  Free 3-Part Series on Ancient Wisdom + Modern Nuance [https://simpleayurveda.myflodesk.com/nuance]: German New Medicine, Trauma-Informed Ayurveda and Navigating the Liminal Space Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter [https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62c5f39776107945a8113228]   Resources mentioned in the episode: The Parent's Tao Te Ching: Ancient Advice for Modern Parents [https://a.co/d/0OHXmIC] Tara Brading (Irish and British ancestry) [https://tara-wild.com/]

The essence of trauma aware Ayurveda is to recognize the difference between tending to the heart and tending to a frightened animal body. It's also recognizing the depths that wholeness includes. Learn More About: * Why lifestyle isn't the whole picture when it comes to health and well-being * How nervous system tools and ancient practices help to restore rhythm * German New Medicine as a map, not a belief system or way to heal * Transitioning away from fear-based "wellness" and toward loving playfulness * Mythology to support true healing   Resources: The Simple Ayurveda health certification program [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients. Apply here. [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] It is a small group with personalized instruction and individual mentorship led directly by Angela. Next cohort starts September 2025. Ayurveda Encompassed: [https://simpleayurveda.thrivecart.com/ayurveda-encompassed/] Take your understanding of Ayurveda to a new level and step into a more expansive version of yourself. Join Angela in a high-level small group mentorship with personalized support and resources. For wellness practitioners and Ayurveda enthusiasts. Next cohort Spring 2026.  Free 3-Part Series on Ancient Wisdom + Modern Nuance [https://simpleayurveda.myflodesk.com/nuance]: German New Medicine, Trauma-Informed Ayurveda and Navigating the Liminal Space Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter [https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62c5f39776107945a8113228] Books Mentioned: Nicole Sachs [https://a.co/d/ahfD4qi] and Regena Thomashauer [https://a.co/d/4soJzxA]

Angela answers a student question about keeping a simple rhythm amongst the busyness of summer. Learn more about: * Building a simple grounding afternoon ritual to help anchor rhythm in the summer nights * Simple suggestions for a weekly self-care evening * The power of one small ritual to center yourself before going out or to events * Recognizing the conflicting parts within * The minimum effective dose for wellness and rhythm Resources: The Simple Ayurveda health certification program [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients. Apply here. [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] It is a small group with personalized instruction and individual mentorship led directly by Angela. Next cohort starts September 2025. Befriend Yourself: A Self-Care Club based on the wisdom of Prana, Tejas and Ojas [https://simpleayurveda.teachable.com/p/befriend-yourself]: Weekly Self-Care Pep Talks, Practices + Prompts to help you recognize the Divine within, held August 3rd-September 4th, 2025. Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter [https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62c5f39776107945a8113228] Podcast episode mentioned: 247 | The Spine, Deep Yoga and True Release with Kaya Mindlin [https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/247-the-spine-deep-yoga-and-true-release-with-kaya-mindlin/id1436672214?i=1000637411132]

Angela discusses a student question on making peace with body weight. Learn more about: * Approaching this topic with curiosity and self-compassion * How beauty standards evolve based on current trends * An Ayurvedic understanding of body types and weight gain * The German New Medicine conflicts associated with types of weight gain * Clearing a backlog of stuck beliefs * Building self-worth and confidence Have a question you’d like featured on the podcast? Email angela@simpleayurveda or send a DM on Instagram @angela.perger. Resources: The Simple Ayurveda health certification program [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients. Apply here. [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] It is a small group with personalized instruction and individual mentorship led directly by Angela. Next cohort starts September 2025. Befriend Yourself: A Self-Care Club based on the wisdom of Prana, Tejas and Ojas [https://simpleayurveda.teachable.com/p/befriend-yourself]: Weekly Self-Care Pep Talks, Practices + Prompts to help you recognize the Divine within, held August 3rd-September 4th, 2025. Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter [https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62c5f39776107945a8113228] Book mentioned: Move Your DNA [https://a.co/d/0IoPiRH]

Join the discussion of topics sent in by listeners. Learn more about: * Cultivating an easy daily rhythm during summer * Flowing with the monthly rhythm of the moon * Types of headaches according to Ayurveda * Menopause as an initiation * Getting back into self-care when you’ve fallen off * How to eat for vata-pitta in the summer months Have a question you’d like featured on the podcast? Email angela@simpleayurveda or send a DM on Instagram @angela.perger. Email a screenshot of your review for The Simple Ayurveda Guide to Yoga Nidra. Resources: The Simple Ayurveda health certification program [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] walks you step-by-step through a year-long process of integrating Ayurveda into every aspect of your life so that you are confident in your authentic abilities to share Ayurveda with your community- whether that's your family or clients. Apply here. [https://simpleayurveda.com/training/] It is a small group with personalized instruction and individual mentorship led directly by Angela. Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter [https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62c5f39776107945a8113228]