Ep #48 Managing the Storm Part 3: Anxiety

Anxiety is at an all time high right now, and we are facing so much change and uncertainty. But one area we can become grounded and certain is within our own minds, hearts and bodies. In this episode I talk about Vata based Anxiety/Depression and how the natural intelligence can remain stable and solid even with chaos and change around us. Listen in to learn about the symptoms to watch for, what might be going on in your mind at this time, and simple but extremely effective ways to get your sleep and routines back on track. Resources: www.banyanbotanicals.com I Sleep Soundly Golden Milk Recipe Ingredients 1 ½ Cup Milk-organic, raw if desired (almond milk is a good nut milk alternative) 2 tsp spice mix 1 tsp ghee Honey or maple syrup (based on your dosha) Spice Mix: ¼ cup Turmeric 2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp ginger powder 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp nutmeg 1 tsp cardamom Blend and store in a glass airtight container Preparation: Bring milk to a low boil. Turn heat off and add 2 tsp spice mix while stirring gently. Once milk has cooled a bit, add desired sweetener to taste and a tsp of ghee. *If using honey, never add honey while milk is still hot. Cooked honey denatures and turns into an ama-causing substance. Honey should always be raw and only added into food or drinks that are warm, not hot. Always measure ghee and honey to be equal in weight. Vata Tonic Recipe Drink this throughout the day to balance excess air and movement in the body and mind. Perfect during the winter months to help keep you balanced and focused and anytime you feel excessive anxiety, worry, movement or just need to hydrate. The Vata Tonic has the three flavors that help pacify vata: sweet, sour, salty. Ingredients: Quart jar of warm water ½ tsp Himalayan sea salt Half a lemon juiced 1-2 T pure organic maple syrup Mix in the jar and enjoy! As a special offering, I have created the FREE Ayurveda Starter Kit to help you start taking your Ayurvedic Practices deeper at this life-changing time. Order yours at: www.ayurvedalifeschool.com Join me online: www.ayurvedalifeschool.com Instagram: @ayurvedalifeschool Facebook: Heather White Johnson Namaste.