The #1 Practice to Start Today


In our relentlessly busy lives, marked by on-the-go schedules and digital overload, there's one practice that we wholeheartedly recommend to ignite and transform your healing practices journey: Self-Oil Massage. This time-honored ritual, codified in the wisdom of Ayurvedic texts, is the go-to practice to nourish your body and soothe your mind.

“One who does oil massage daily will be endowed with supple skin, a nourished strong and well-formed body, be young and pleasing to the eye and live a long life.”- Charak Samhita

In today's world, self-oil massage stands as a sanctuary amidst the whirlwind of demands, providing a soothing antidote to the stress-inducing lifestyle elements that provoke imbalance in our bodies.

Benefits of Self-Oil Massage

The benefits of Self-Oil Massage extend far beyond physical wellness. This integral part of the Ayurvedic daily regimen known as Dinacharya is celebrated for its potential to promote longevity and robust health, acting as a cornerstone of preventive Ayurvedic healthcare. And guess what?

Preventative healthcare starts with YOU!

It's becoming increasingly essential to carve out moments in our day to truly check-in with ourselves.

By tuning into how your bodily systems are running and how you physically feel, you can receive swift insight and detect imbalance in the initial stages. This approach empowers you to address issues without troubleshooting or chasing symptoms that have manifest and spread throughout the entire being. In the process of slowing down and observing your physical and mental state, you may even discern subtle signals and trends that could point to a larger health concern.

Through integrating this practice into your daily routine, you can foster healthier tissues, stimulate your circulatory system, and significantly reduce stress and anxiety. It's more than just a habit; it's a path to self-discovery and profound healing.

But how can you get started on this transformative practice? We've got you covered. In our recent blog post, we delve into the intricacies of self-oil massage, providing detailed guidelines for your at-home Ayurvedic self-oil massage and insights on how to select the right oil according to your unique needs and environment.

To help you kickstart the practice with confidence, we've crafted an exclusive FREE GUIDE just for you!

  • Step-by-step instructions on Best Practices for Self-Oil Massage: when, where, how
  • What Oil is Best for You?
  • Herbal Oils

Kickstart the practice with confidence!

Enrich Your Understanding, Immerse Yourself and Learn More in Person!

Join us this Summer for one of our special programs in collaboration with some amazing people!

  • June 20-27th: Pancha Karma in Isabela, Puerto Rico

(3,5 and 7 Day offerings available) Includes beachside accommodations, airport transfer and your personalized cleansing program with meals, herbs and therapies along with pre- and post-care support.

  • July 9th: The Radiant Mother Womens Brunch at Martha's Garden, York Maine (with Emily King)

Special workshop centered around community, womens health and radiant living while we sit and brunch in the garden! Understanding healthy fertility for all stages of life creates the foundation of optimum health.

  • July 15-22nd: Yoga Retreat at the Farm in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico (Riggs Family Farm with Andrea Blosch)

Calling all Nature enthusiasts! We will be heading up to the hills of Puerto Rico staying at the farm. Simple eco-accommodations, farm to table meals, herb and plant studies, hands-on learning and daily yogasana, pranayama and meditation. Registration LINK.

  • August 1: Full Moon Meditation, Local Plant Workshop and Ayurvedic Dinner Isabela, Puerto Rico

We invite you to our home for a sensorial experience and learning adventure of moon cycles, plants, local herbal medicine and FOOD!

  • August 3: Learn Self-Oil Massage with a Hands-On Oil Making Workshop Isabela, Puerto Rico (with Malissa Kuzmovich)

Mini workshop and hands-on healing. You will learn the basics of self-oil massage shared in this email and be provided an oil making kit to jump start your self-care practice at home.

  • August 11-13: Ayurvedic Massage Training in Isabela, Puerto Rico

Looking to share the healing benefits of Ayurveda with loved ones and community? This 3-Day Certification Program gives you the knowledge, practice and tools to offer Ayurvedic Oil Massage and Herbal Steam Treatments with others. This is one of our favorite programs to share!

Email us for information and stay tuned for details. ALL LOVE.

Carlisle and Zaplin

www.mahavidyaayurveda.com

Hi! We offer individualized support in Natural Health and Lifestyle!

With over 30 years of combined experience in the field we offer Professional Training Programs in Ayurveda and Yoga along with Master Teachers from India and Australia. We are centered in Puerto Rico where we share individualized practices, retreats and in house learning.

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