Yoga Morning Ritual

In Today's Email: 

• Happy Morning Routine: Try these 4 yogi morning rituals...

• Yogi of the week: And the winner is...

• AYURVEDIC BREAKFAST RECIPES FOR YOUR DOSHA

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Happy Morning Routine:

For many of us, the morning hours often consist of pressing the snooze button a handful of times, followed by a rushed breakfast (maybe), a hectic commute to a workout or to work, and lots and lots of coffee.

Knowing that it doesn’t have to be this way, here are 5 habits that you can use to better your morning routine.

Habit #1 Refresh your aura

This is not a secret. A yogi always takes care of the spiritual side in their morning routine.

Consequently, one of the first things they like to do in the a.m. is to freshen up their aura.

Specifically, you can do this by looking at your hands for a few seconds once you opened your eyes. Then, gently slide them over your face, chest, and way down to your waist. You should feel a change in your energy once you’re done.

Habit #2 Pray

Many of us forget to take care of our souls in today’s fast-paced world, and praying before or just after leaving the bed is a quick and pleasuring way to do it.

It doesn’t have to take long, just a few seconds, but make sure you connect with the Universe and express your gratitude.

For example, here’s a short prayer you can say every morning:

"You gave us the hand of protection. You gave us the power to teach and learn. You gave us the power to live and love. You gave us the power to be peaceful on this Mother Earth in the lap of the beauty of nature. Thank you very much for everything."

Habit #3 Chewing 

Chewing in the morning is a common practice in a yogi’s daily routine.

This habit tells your liver and stomach to wake up while also improving the activity of your digestive juices.

What does a yogi like to chew in the morning?

Generally, yogis opt for nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. For example:

A fist of sesame seeds;

3-5 dried dates;

A tiny amount of dried coconut meat.

Counter-intuitively, yogis start crunching on the above after they clean their teeth. However, Ayurvedic experts recommend brushing your teeth again, this time without applying toothpaste.

Digestion tip: in the Ayurvedic culture, it’s recommended to chew each bite at least 30 times to ensure the food is properly processed by your body.

Habit #4 Oil drop your nose

A good part of the yogi world never excludes nasal drops (nasya) from their morning routines.

In fact, they use a few drops of different types of oils to:

Lubricate the nostrils;

Flush the sinuses

Enhance vision and mental lucidity.

For example, here are some oils you can use for dropping in your nose, as recommended by the Ayurvedic Institute:

Sesame oil, ghee, or calamus (vacha) oil – for vata type;

Brahmi ghee, sunflower, or coconut oil – for pitta type;

Calamus root (vacha) oil – for kapha type.

Despite the above recommendations, many yogis use a neti pot instead. A neti pot is a small container with a long spout used to rinse the nasal cavities, typically with saline solutions.

💡 Daily Tip

Yoga is a transformative journey meant to lead you towards some type of goal, whether that goal is less stress, better health, or inner peace. Knowing where you are can help you know where to begin and take your first steps towards your goal. Consider reaching out to a local studio for recommendations and guidance for your level of experience and fitness.

Yogi Of The Week

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AYURVEDIC BREAKFAST RECIPES FOR YOUR DOSHA

We cannot think of a better place to start the practice of food sadhana than with the first meal of the day- breakfast. Eating a healthy Ayurvedic breakfast will stoke your agni or digestive fire. When your agni is strong, you are able to digest, assimilate and absorb the vital nutrients in your food and create healthy bodily tissues. This, in turn, will maintain your vitality and immunity, known in Ayurveda as ojas. When you are abundant in ojas, you are better able to withstand stress and maintain a healthy, radiant glow to your skin.

Ayurvedic Egg Breakfast

Ingredients:

3 egg whites

⅛ cup raw cow’s milk

1 tablespoon ghee or coconut oil

1 cup packed fresh spinach leaves

¼ teaspoon turmeric

¼ teaspoon coriander seeds

¼ teaspoon cumin seeds

dash of salt & pepper

Combine the egg whites, milk, and turmeric in a mixing bowl and whisk until combined. In a skillet, heat ½ teaspoon ghee and add the coriander and cumin seeds. Cook on low until you hear the seeds popping then add the spinach leaves and saute. Once the spinach is wilted, remove it from the skillet onto a plate. Add the remaining ghee to the skillet and pour in the egg white mixture. Allow the eggs to cook without stirring until the mixture begins to set around the edges. Using a spatula, gently stir the eggs to make a scramble. When eggs are the desired consistency, remove from heat and add to sauteed spinach. Finish with a dash of salt and pepper.

SPICED OATMEAL

Ingredients:

⅔ cup dry oats

2 cups of water

¼ teaspoon salt

1 heaping tablespoon ghee

¼ cup dates

¼ teaspoon cardamom powder*

¼ teaspoon cinnamon powder*

dash of nutmeg powder*

optional: ½ teaspoon ashwagandha powder

Place oats, dates, salt, ghee, and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and add the cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg and ashwagandha (if using). Cook on low until oats are cooked entirely, anywhere between 5-10 minutes.

Add a splash of almond milk or raw whole cow’s milk after the oats have cooked through to give the oats a nice creamy texture. If desired, add a bit of maple syrup to the oats; however, the oatmeal should already have a nice sweet taste thanks to the dates.

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