Why do we get knocked off centre so easily? In this episode, I explore Patanjali’s simple Yogic fix for a steady mind, how modern overstimulation affects us, and a gentle mindset practice you can use this week to feel calmer and more grounded.

Discover why your digestion feels “off” — and how Ayurveda’s concept of Agni explains the shifts in your energy, mood, and appetite. This episode explores the four states of Agni, early signs of imbalance, and simple ways to strengthen digestion naturally through rhythm, warmth, and mindful daily habits.

Winter immunity isn’t something you boost — it’s something you build.
In this episode, I explore the Ayurvedic view of immunity as Ojas, how digestion and daily rhythm shape your winter resilience, why your microbiome adapts to the season, and a simple three-second tongue check you can use each morning.

A warm conversation with Ayurvedic practitioner Anu Paavola on making Ayurvedic eating joyful and simple. We explore seasonal food, digestion, and stress-free nourishment.

What does calm really mean? Discover how Yoga and Ayurveda view calm not as stillness, but as steadiness — a strength that grows through rhythm, awareness, and contentment.

As the air cools and the wind picks up, our yoga practice needs to change too. In this post, discover how to adapt your yoga for autumn — with grounding poses, steady breath, and simple Ayurvedic principles to bring warmth and balance back to body and mind.

As the days grow shorter and the light softens, it’s natural to feel a little more scattered or restless. Discover five Ayurvedic herbs — and a few familiar garden allies — that help calm the mind, balance Vata, and bring steadiness to the season of change.

Stress is part of life — but suffering doesn’t have to be.
In this episode, Katja explores one of Patañjali’s most practical teachings: Yoga Sutra 2.16 — “Future suffering can be avoided.”
Discover how awareness, mindset shifts, and small daily practices can help prevent stress from taking root — and how ancient wisdom still guides us to calm in modern life.

Learn how to plan and enjoy a gentle Ayurvedic autumn cleanse without stress. In this episode, I share my personal cleanse routine, practical prep tips, and how to make cleansing easier — from reducing coffee and cooking smarter to finding calm through rhythm and rest.

Feeling the pull to slow down as the days grow shorter? In this episode, I’ll guide you through three restorative yoga poses that calm the nervous system, ease stress, and help you feel more grounded this autumn. Grab your blankets and cushions — or just listen along — and discover how stillness can restore your energy for the season ahead.

Autumn is beautiful — crisp air, colourful leaves, cosy nights. But the shift often brings discomfort too: bloating, dry skin, restless sleep, and scattered energy. An Ayurvedic autumn cleanse clears residual summer heat, soothes Vata imbalance, and nourishes body and mind for a grounded transition into winter.

Discover how seasonal eating reduces stress, balances your nervous system, and supports digestion through the rhythms of autumn and Ayurveda.

The shift from summer to autumn can leave you feeling scattered — dry skin, unsettled digestion, restless thoughts. In this short episode, I share six simple Ayurvedic shifts to help you feel centred again, from nourishing food and calming teas to breath practices and daily rituals.

Summer heat can leave your skin red, itchy, and irritated — a classic sign of Pitta dosha running high. In this episode, I share how Ayurveda helps you cool and soothe your skin with the right foods, yoga practices, herbs, and simple self-care rituals. Discover how small daily shifts can bring balance back to your skin — and your whole system.

Work-life balance isn’t just about scheduling — it’s about mindset. In yoga, this balance is called Abhyasa and Vairagya: steady effort and letting go. Discover how these two ancient principles can help you stay grounded, focused, and well — without burning out.

Are you just run down — or is it something deeper? In this episode, we explore how to spot the difference between simple exhaustion and true burnout, and how Ayurveda helps you restore calm, energy, and joy through small daily steps.

Discover how mudras — subtle yoga hand gestures — can calm your mind, ease stress, and ground you. A warm, insightful talk with Swami Saradananda.

Feel stuck in your head? Discover how the Yoga Sutras can calm your mind, build steady practice, and reconnect you to your calm, clear self.

Beat the heat with five Ayurvedic and Yogic tools to feel calm, clear, and in sync this summer — from food swaps to cooling breaths and simple self-care.