Ayurveda is an ancient Indian medical system with a truly holistic approach to preventive self-care, 
healing and rejuvenation. It focuses on the uniqueness of each individual while optimizing vitality of body, mind and spirit. It supports the capacity of all beings to heal and be healed. Ayurveda emphasizes the medicine of wholesome relationship—with self, with community, and with nature.
One significant way to maintain balanced health is to adjust dietary and lifestyle practices according to the season. Summertime is marked by hot, sharp, intense qualities, best countered with cooling, soothing practices. Conversely, autumn brings cold, dry, erratic qualities to our outer and inner environment. Balance comes with warming, nourishing, routine, slowing and stabilizing practices.
Sunday, September 24, EverVeda is hosting a day-long retreat, to help ease your transition into autumn with authentic ayurvedic offerings. Activities will include: sunrise fire ceremony, mantra, pranayama (mindful breathing), meditation, gentle yoga, and kirtan (call-and-response chanting). Local practitioners will lead introductory and interactive discussions on nutrition, daily routine, Vedic astrology, and traditional bodywork. Breakfast and lunch, herbal teas and treats will be provided throughout.
Come deepen your understanding of ayurveda, explore the tranquil grounds, relax in the saltwater pool, discover the herbal apothecary, retreat within, and thus reset for the rhythm of autumn.
Location: 140 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. Space is limited. For more information or to register, call 516-721 4237 or visit EverVeda.com.
