Rooted in the Seasons Podcast
Simple, seasonal wisdom from Ayurveda and Yoga — to help busy women who feel overwhelmed and out of rhythm
recognise what’s going on, and learn how to find their way back.
Hosted by Katja Patel, Ayurvedic Diet & Lifestyle consultant and yoga teacher trainer.
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Kleshas & Rhythm: Why You Feel Out of Sync (and How to Find Your Way Back)
If your day feels slightly out of sync—even when everything looks fine—this might be why. A simple, practical look at the kleshas and how they quietly shape your daily rhythm.
Why You React to Stress the Way You Do (Vata, Pitta & Kapha Explained)
Stress doesn’t affect everyone in the same way. In this post, discover how the three Ayurvedic doshas — Vata, Pitta and Kapha — shape your stress patterns, and learn simple practices to restore calm, energy and balance.
Living the Life You Wanted — But Feeling Drained
You can love your life and still feel drained inside it. In this episode, I explore how daily rhythm supports your nervous system, digestion, and hormones — and why small, consistent shifts can change how you experience your days.
Self-Doubt and the Mind: A Yogic Map Through Uncertainty
Self-doubt doesn’t always show up loudly. Often, it appears as hesitation, second-guessing, or not quite trusting yourself. In this episode, Katja explores self-doubt through yoga philosophy, offering a grounded, compassionate way to understand recurring patterns of the mind and build resilience through steady practice and rhythm.
Winter Vata Imbalances: How to Stay Nourished, Calm, and Grounded in the Cold Months
Winter often amplifies dryness, restlessness, digestive changes, and disturbed sleep. In this episode, we explore winter Vata imbalances and how simple rhythms, warmth, and nourishment can help you feel calmer, steadier, and more grounded during the colder months.
A Winter Breath Guide: Creating Space, Calm, and Steadiness in the Season of Vata
In this episode, Katja Patel explores how breathing changes in winter and why this season asks for a gentler approach. Drawing on yoga and Ayurveda, she shares how Vata affects the nervous system, digestion, and breath, and why creating space in the body matters before technique. A calm, seasonal reflection on breathing with awareness rather than effort.
6 Ayurvedic Tips to Feel Centred in the Shift to Autumn
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.