32. From Burnout to Balance: Ayurvedic Strategies for Modern Living
In this episode of Everyday Ayurveda with Kate , Kate O’Donnell is joined by Amadea Morningstar, a trailblazer in the field of holistic health with over 40 years of experience. Amadea shares her journey from studying nutrition and Ayurveda under Dr. Basant Lad to becoming a practitioner who bridges Western and Eastern healing modalities. Listeners will discover how Amadea’s unique approach combines Ayurveda, biochemistry, polarity therapy, and Tibetan Buddhism to support holistic well-being.
Amadea reveals her practice of spending weekends in a forest hut for 10 years, emphasizing the importance of balancing mind and body, working with natural remedies, and finding wisdom through life’s transitions. She also explores how Ayurveda's five koshas and practical principles guide her work with clients, whether they are facing life-threatening illnesses or simply seeking greater balance.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
- How Amadea integrates Ayurveda, polarity therapy, and Tibetan practices for healing.
- The importance of ethical impact, sustainability, and conscious choices in holistic health.
- Practical self-care techniques for the Vata stage of life.
- How to support your body through nourishment, movement, and breath.
- Why spending time in nature can transform your mental and physical health.
Links Mentioned:
- Amadea Morningstar's Website: amadeamorningstar.net
- Amadea's YouTube Channel: Apti YouTube Channel
- " Easy Healing Drinks " by Amadea Morningstar (Book)
- The American Polarity Therapy Association
- Banyan Botanicals: banyanbotanicals.com
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00:00 - Untitled
00:47 - Introduction to Inner Wisdom and Holistic Health
01:05 - Meet Amadea Morningstar: A Journey of Healing
01:56 - Amadea's Early Influences and Education
03:18 - Discovering Ayurveda and Its Impact
04:33 - Amadea's Personal and Professional Growth
05:40 - Integrating Ayurveda with Western Practices
14:57 - The Role of Marma and Polarity Therapy
22:14 - Balancing Ethics, Sustainability, and Self-Care
31:54 - Balancing Life in the Forest
32:53 - Daily Practices and Health
34:30 - Navigating Vata Stage of Life
35:30 - Sponsor message
36:10 - Ayurvedic Herbs and Menopause
37:13 - Grounding Through Yoga and Routine
40:14 - Writing and Creative Pursuits
41:45 - Holistic Health Observations
42:16 - Mindstream and Consciousness
51:08 - Daily Flow and Routines
52:54 - Conclusion and Gratitude
