Thai Yoga Metta – May 24-June 14
We are pleased to welcome Don Jones, Advanced Practitioner of Thai Yoga Massage to Puja Wellness from May 25 to June 14. Don travels to Madison to bless us with his expertise and presence only a few times each year. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for an extremely relaxing and releasing experience.Traditional Thai Massage is a ancient, unique, yoga therapy, body work that can be deep, dreamy, and relaxing while releasing blocked energy and leaving the recipient in a more aware and energetically fluid state. Thai Yoga Massage utilizes a flowing sequence of rhythmic rocking motion, compression, pressure along energy lines (Sen) using palms, fingers, feet, elbows and knees, assisted yoga stretches, joint rotation, breathing, a meditative state and loving kindness (metta). Thai Massage is received fully-clothed, on a mat on the floor, wearing comfortable yoga-like clothing.
Testimonial about Don:
The 3 hour session with you was, without a doubt, my most wonderful body work experience ever! Exceptionally deep work with the most extreme relaxation and release. Cannot imagine it being better in any sense. I may still be taller! Really do feel that I have lasting effects from the hip and trunk work. AND lasting effects as any time I recall the experience, I feel relaxation washing over me. I feel the work stimulated my lymphatic system for days. I wondered ,considering the depth of the work, if there would be soreness that would linger. There was basically NONE. Could not have been more pleased with the whole experience! You have wonderfully trained and intuitive hands (and feet, for that matter). Many thanks for the session!
-Physical Therapist, Madison WI
Creating Health: Ayurvedic Education Series
Join guest speaker and Certified Ayurvedic Educator, David Lincecum, for a dynamic and transformative introduction to Ayurvedic principles, lifestyle and diet. You will be inspired to change and leave with practical and simple tools for creating health in your life and home. David is an incredibly passionate, wise and articulate speaker. Do not miss this opportunity to be in his presence!
May 15 Introduction to Ayurveda
7:00-9:00pm $20
May 22 Ayurvedic Lifestyle Practices
7:00-9:00pm $20
May 29 Food as Medicine
7:00-9:00pm $25
*You may purchase all three classes for a discounted price of $60.
For more information Contact David
Top 5 Ayurvedic Resolutions
It is mid-January. You’ve likely already tried establishing your new year’s resolutions and maybe even failed in the implementation. You are determined to see this through and are re-evaluating your goals.
If you are reading this blog, you are likely following some aspects of an Ayurvedic lifestyle. I thought I would assist in getting you back on the resolution bandwagon with what I perceive to be the top 5 Ayurvedic Resolutions for 2012. These answers are based on feedback that I receive in consultations with clients. Again and again, these are the most common areas for improvement, or those recommendations that will “get you the most bang for your buck”. Here they are:
1) Make lunch the biggest, most important meal of the day. Do not skip lunch!
2) Go to sleep by 10pm and wake by 6am. Try not to nap.
3) Ban iced drinks (including water) and frozen foods (ice cream) from your diet.
4) Walk briskly every day for 20-60 minutes.
5) Learn a mindfulness, prayer or meditation practice and do it twice daily (morning and evening) for at least 15 minutes each time.
Depending on your Ayurvedic constitution and imbalance, there may be exceptions to the above. And really, these are all just tips for moderation, centering and honoring the body temple. So if you are already pursuing these things with your own resolutions, congratulations! Studies show that it takes 30 days of uninterrupted practice to develop a new habit, so give it at least that long, if not longer. You will gain confidence in yourself with each passing day.
If you would like personalized recommendations, please consider an Ayurvedic Initial Consultation for newbies or a Follow-up Visit for veterans.
Happy New Year,
Courtney Klick, Ayurvedic Practitioner
Hidden Symptoms of Protein Deficiency
Dr. John Douillard recently released another wonderful article on the hidden symptoms of protein deficiency.
As an Ayurvedic Practitioner I am trained to treat an imbalance of the doshas. Since I do not do formal medical testing nor do I treat medically-diagnosed pathology, analysis of symptoms is only means by which I have to determine whether or not someone is taking in adequate protein.
Late fall and winter are the season when the VATA dosha, or ether and air elements predominate. During this time of year, one would expect to see more of the qualities of these elements, such as an increase in symptoms that are dry, light, cool, rough, subtle and mobile.
It is not surprise to me this time of year to see a lot of the following:
-sweet cravings
-muscle & joint pains and aches
-slow-healing from colds and viruses
-dry skin
-depression/anxiety
-light or disturbed sleep
-irregular digestion and elimination
-systemic coldness
Those who are prone to VATA imbalance are likely familiar with one or more of these symptoms. According to Dr. Douillard, many of these common symptoms during the fall/winter are also indications of a potential protein deficiency. I encourage you to read the hidden symptoms of protein deficiency article as it provides a list of symptoms as well as information on how to test for deficiency.
This article is not for vegetarians alone. I was most surprised to read that those who eat white meats and fish may still lack adequate protein this time of year. If you would like to explore doshic balancing as a means by which to prevent further deficiency and restored health, please contact me for an Ayurvedic Initial Consultation.
Warmly,
Courtney Klick CAP, LMT
Holiday Gift Certificates
Looking for the perfect last minute gift? Gift certificates are available by the following practitioners/businesses at Puja Wellness:
Justin DiPrima, LMT
-Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Reiki, Hot Stone and Raindrop Therapy
Madison Ayurveda and Massage – Sabrina Henderson CAP, LMT
-Ayurvedic Consultations & Bodywork, Therapeutic Massage, Energy Work
Niki Henderson, LMT
-Therapeutic Massage, Raindrop Technique, Transformational Body Work, Reiki
Seishin Bodywork – Rebecca Printen OT, RYT
-CranioSacral Therapy, Indian Head Massage, Reiki & Yoga
Puja Wellness – Courtney Klick CAP, LMT
-Ayurvedic Consultations & Bodywork, Pancha Karma, Puja Apothecary & Store, Therapeutic Massage
For those who have never experienced the many options available by practitioners at Puja Wellness, you might consider trying one of the following as a blissful introduction:
-Ayurvedic Initial Consultation
-Ayurvedic Bliss Treatment
-Abhyanga-Shirodhara
-Indian Head Massage
-Raindrop Technique
Wishing you happiness and health in the new year!
Vastu Shastra: Indian Feng Shui
“A building can be friendly to its inhabitants or unfriendly, depending on how it is constructed and maintained.” -From the website www.vastucreations.com
Vastu is a word that consists of two Sanskrit words “Vas” and “Astu”, meaning a place of dwelling. Vastu Shastra is an ancient art and science, containing principles and practices of building construction and design that ensures a harmonious balance between man and nature. When this relationship is harmonious happiness and health prevail, wealth, propserity and success are abundant. Expounded in the Vedas, Vastu Shastra outlines thousands of guidelines concerning the proper orientation, architecture and interior design of dwellings – all for the purpose of maximizing your spiritual well-being.
Check out these great books for more learning:
Vastu: Transcendental Home Design in Harmony with Nature by Sherri Silverman
Altars of Power and Grace: Create the Life You Desire–Achieve Harmony, Health, Fulfillment and Prosperity with Personal Altars Based on Vastu Shastra by Robin & Michael Mastro
Vastu Living: Creating a Home for the Soul by Kathleen Cox
While Vastu is a growing field of practice, it is still not widely available in the USA and most architects are never trained in this science. So before remodeling, moving or building, consider scheduling a consult with a Vastu Shastra master. The Mastro’s of www.vastucreations.com offer affordable consultations for whole homes or rooms.
What is MayFly?
Mayfly is a weekly yogabatics or acroyoga jam in Madison, WI that was started by Richard McCloskey, one of the many inspiring yogis/teachers at Puja Wellness.
MayFly currently meets Thursday nights:
7:30pm to 9:30pm
Center for Conscious Living.
849 E. Washington Ave. Suite 118.
Madison, WI 53703.
Introductory Workshop in Yogabatics or AcroYoga is required to participate at the Mayfly Jam.
If you are interested in participating in an upcoming Mayfly YogaBatics Introductory Workshop at Puja Wellness contact Richard McCloskey
Watch this video for some inspiration…
Meditation Guidance & Therapeutic Massage with Justin Thelen of Equilibrium
Puja Wellness is pleased to welcome the multi-talented Justin Thelen to our Center!
Justin is a Certified Meditation Teacher who trained with various meditation masters in London and most recently from Ananda in California where he trained in yoga meditation, as taught by Paramahansa Yogananda, the first yoga master to take up permanent residence in the US from 1920-1952. He specializes in offering simple, practical, and easy meditation techniques for busy people to help relieve stress and bring peace of mind. What sets Justin’s meditation classes apart from others is you will receive individualized attention to enhance your meditation training and ensure that your practice is designed to suit your life. He will offer regular meditation practice, training and classes each week at Puja Wellness. Justin is also a Certified Massage Therapist, who graduated from East West Healing Arts Institute in July 2008 with 800+ hours (the highest amount of training time offered in a WI massage school). He offers therapeutic massage incorporating Swedish, hot stone, deep tissue, acupressure, Tui Na techniques, and energy work.
The depth of wisdom Justin brings to his classes and clients is also tied to when he owned his own Meditation and Reiki Center in England, as well as trained under international healer, author and lecturer, Dr. Susie Anthony, where he worked closely with clients with lupus, MS, cancer, HIV, depression and more.
To find out more about Justin and Equilibrium or to schedule an appointment using his 24 hr. online booking visit his website or call him at (608) 345-5430.
Who wouldn’t want a Joyful Belly?
The website, www.joyfulbelly.com is a mecca for Ayurveda foodies. At this site, you can quickly create an Ayurvedic diet plan based off of recipes that have been submitted by Practitioners and folks from all over the country. Each recipe comes with a simply scrumptious name and a list of qualities. For example, Cinnamon Oatmeal with Almonds & Milk…it pacifies Vata and Pitta and is gooey and sweet. Yum.
Have fun browsing through this great selection, but first you must sign up for a free account. Check out the creator, Joseph Immel’s, education information on digestion, weight loss and much more. What a fabulous resource!
Welcome Lisa Belisle!
I first met Lisa over cyberspace. She was traveling in India for the summer to continue her Ayurvedic education and to experience Pancha Karma India-style. Before I met her officially, I was introduced to her through her beautiful and real photos of her experience. I could feel her love for India and Ayurveda coming through these photos and I knew that I wanted to know more. For those of us in the Ayurveda world, it is always exciting to meet another comrade. There are just too few of us out there.
It is with great joy that we welcome Lisa Belisle to Puja Wellness. During her time here we will all be blessed by her Ayurvedic bodywork services and her expertise. I hope her sweetness and healing intention warm your heart and soul along the way! For more, see her bio below:
Lisa Belisle is a Certified Ayurvedic Educator, Pancha Karma
Therapist, Healing Touch Therapist and Clinical Nutritionist, that uses food, spices
and herbs to start the healing process. She suffered many years with
chronic pain, fatigue and Fibromyalgia. After becoming pain free from changing her
diet and lifestyle she decided she needed to share her knowledge with the world so that she
could help all be pain free and happy once again. She claims “Everything I do is something that each one of you can accomplish, you just need to be ready to change your lifestyle and
put some challenges forth to have the life you truly want and deserve.”
To schedule bodywork services with Lisa contact 608.204.9520, email info@pujawellness.com or visit the online appointment booking page.
