The Guru in You

we do the work with the intention to grow and be beneficial to others rather than use the work as a means for getting the next buzz in life, we’ll live in contentment rather than suffering.”

the one who accepts his path as timeless with no expectations of getting certain results will find greater happiness in life.

THE VATA ROUTINE
If you’re experiencing imbalance as a result of excessive Vata (air) energy, you’re likely to jump into this routine with every intention to change your life. You’re also likely, however, to become distracted from it within a short period of time and then flit in and out of the routine in the ensuing weeks or months.

the day by drinking a cup of warm water: This will help the digestive juices of the stomach to gain strength and will help to eliminate waste from the body

When we have a conflict with another person, we have an opportunity to create a stronger, healthier bond with that person by reconciling our differences

As an herb, licorice root’s sweet and cooling properties can help reduce an overabundance of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha energies. Licorice is good for resolving respiratory issues, improving complexion, healing ulcers, soothing the voice, resolving hyperacidity, and calming the mind.

Dry ginger has a much more potent effect than its fresh counterpart. Ginger can be used to relieve indigestion, strengthen digestion during meals, relieve respiratory problems, reduce coughs, reduce a running nose, help alleviate allergies, and help burn toxins in the intestines and stomach

Ginger: Ginger is commonly used in the cuisine of many different cultures and has been cultivated across the world. Fresh ginger root reduces Vata and Kapha energies, and dry ginger reduces Kapha energy.

Remember that the longer you are on a fast, the more days you should take to reintroduce solid foods and return to normal eating

If you have a skinny, wiry body like that of people with abundant Vata energy, then limit your fast to two or three days.