What is your daily practice?

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​'Your daily
routine
creates ​your 
art
of living'
                                     Author unknown

Being consciously aware of our daily habits can lead to healthy and fulfilling practices that sustain our well-being throughout the year. Being mindful of what we choose to include in our daily routine also helps to replace those habits that do not serve our best interests.

Here are 3 practices to consider making part of your daily routine:

• ​​​Create a clear space - a clear space can help you feel relaxed and uncluttered. Try clearing out a cupboard, putting your thoughts on paper or making space on your calendar for 'time out' from a busy schedule.
• The practice of gratitude - a powerful way to transport emotions to a better feeling place.
• ​Walking -  provides exercise and time to practice all of the above - clearing out the mental clutter, gratitude for nature, relationships and taking time to care for your physical, emotional and mental health.

What will your daily practice be in 2016? How will this practice add value to your well-being?

Herb in focus: Licorice
Good for Vata and Pitta. Not to be used in excess for Kapha dosha

• Helps to relieve the body of mucous
• Aids digestion
• Mild laxative
• Soothing for inflammation and muscle spasms
• Restorative and rejuvenative
• Calms the mind and soothes the spirit
• Nourishes the brain
• Helps to strengthen hair, vision, complexion and voice

Try a licorice herbal tea when you: feel congested, have a sore throat/cough, feel depleted or in need of a soothing tonic.
​*Precaution - avoid if you suffer with edema, osteoporosis or hypertension
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Refresh with this simple mango smoothie
on a hot summers day...

This delicious smoothie has just three
ingredients:
1 mango
Juice of 1-2 limes (depending on size)
2 generous cups of coconut water.

Peel the mango and score the flesh away from the central pip. Add to a blender
with the juice of the limes and the coconut water.
Blitz until smooth and enjoy!

Workshop news...

Would you like to learn more about looking after your health through Ayurveda self care? 
My next Foundation for Health workshop will be held on Saturday 5th March in Ferntree Gully...details and how to register can be found here.

The information in Nourish Notes is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat diagnose, prescribe or heal any health condition or to replace standard medical treatment or advice.