110. The #1 Reason I Love Ayurveda

110. The #1 Reason I Love Ayurveda

Author: Lorrie Mickelson, Habits & Self Care July 27, 2024 Duration: 22:48

I. Love. Ayurveda.❤️


And, today, on Episode #110 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, I’m sharing that love by talking about 3 steps for using Ayurveda to bring balance⚖️ to your everyday life.


Step 1: Practicing Mindfulness


The simple act of asking yourself, “How am I feeling?”🤔 helps ground you in the present moment and notice what is happening in and around you.


And it doesn’t have to be some grand revelation.


Maybe you’re:

⭐Tired

⭐Grateful

⭐Overwhelmed

⭐Hungry

⭐Content

⭐Happy


Just embrace🤗 however you are feeling in the moment.


Step 2: Noticing the “Why”


Once you recognize how you are feeling, ask yourself: “Why am I feeling this way?”🤷‍♀️


  • I’m tired because I haven’t been sleeping well.
  • I’m grateful because my neighbor collected my mail while I was on vacation.
  • I’m overwhelmed because I haven’t completed as much of my summer to-do list as I wanted.
  • I’m hungry because I skipped breakfast.
  • I’m content because my family is all together for the weekend.
  • I’m happy because we’re leaving in the morning for a vacation I’ve been looking forward to.


Finding your “why” makes that feeling make sense.🫶


It’s your own little ah-ha moment when you understand the root cause of the feeling and can take that knowledge and plan for more (or less😉) of that.


Step 3: Make a Choice to Keep it or Change it


Now you can start planning ahead✍️ to the rest of your day, week, month, or even year.


If you recognize that skipping breakfast makes you miserably hungry before lunchtime, try meal prepping some simple heat-and-eat breakfasts🍳 so you won’t be tempted to skip out when you are short on time.⏰


If having your family all together brings you a feeling of contentment and peace🥰, reach out and plan a get-together. And maybe even stack that with a little vacation for some happiness, as well!🙌


If you haven’t been sleeping well, dig deeper into why that might be:

✅Going to bed later

✅Too much screen time before bed

✅Eating too late

✅Need a new mattress or pillow


Then make a plan to correct the cause so that you can rest easier and wake up refreshed and ready for a day of mindfulness and planning for peace.😊


Lorrie xoxox


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Navigating the years after fifty brings a unique blend of freedom and uncertainty. The Habit Thrive Podcast ~ Self Care Habits, Mindfulness & Wellness Routines for Women 50 & Beyond is a companion for that journey, hosted by Lorrie Mickelson. This isn't about drastic overhauls but the steady, impactful habits that fit into a life already rich with experience. Lorrie focuses on practical, sustainable self-care that acknowledges the physical and emotional shifts of this chapter. You'll hear conversations that feel like a chat with a knowledgeable friend, exploring how small, consistent actions in fitness, mindfulness, and daily routines can lead to feeling stronger, sleeping more soundly, and approaching each day with renewed energy instead of overwhelm. This podcast digs into the real how-to, from establishing grounding morning rituals to winding down effectively at night, all tailored for the realities and opportunities of life after fifty. It’s a resource for building resilience and vitality through manageable steps, making the most of this vibrant and potentially transformative time. Tune in for honest discussions and actionable ideas that help you thrive in your own definition of wellness.
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