Spring's Unfurling: A Symbol of Renewal

Feeling overwhelmed? Exhausted? Like your inner spark has dimmed? You're not alone.

Spring, in the Ayurvedic calendar, isn't just a change in weather; it's a profound symbol of renewal, a delicate unfurling of life after winter's quiet slumber. It's a time when the earth awakens, and so too should we, shedding the heaviness of winter and embracing the vibrant energy of rebirth.

Imagine the earth after a long winter: dormant, still, and heavy with accumulated moisture. This mirrors the Kapha dosha, the earth and water energies that dominate the winter months. As spring arrives, the sun's warmth begins to melt away this heaviness, just as the gentle Pitta dosha (fire and water) begins to rise.

It’s not just a treatment—it’s a transformational journey to restore your health, clarity, and inner peace.

Spring symbolises transformation. The still, dormant energy of winter gives way to the dynamic, upward movement of spring, mirroring the shift from tamas (inertia) to rajas (activity) in our own lives. It's a time to release what no longer serves us, both physically and emotionally, and embrace new beginnings.

“Ayurda makes so much sense to me; finally I have found the skincare suits me.”

Symbolism in Ayurvedic Practices

1. Cleansing (Panchakarma or gentler home cleanses)
2. Symbolises the shedding of old, accumulated toxins, like the earth shedding its winter coat.
   
3. Lightening the Diet
   
4. Embracing lighter, fresh foods mirrors the earth's emergence from dormancy.
   
5. Warming Spices
   
6. Using warming spices like ginger and pepper helps to kindle Agni (digestive fire), symbolising the sun's increasing warmth.
   
7. Gentle Exercise
   
8. Moving the body with gentle yoga or walks symbolises the awakening of energy after winter's stillness.
   
9. Nasya
   
10. Clearing the sinuses represents clearing mental congestion.
    
11. Spending time in nature
    
12. Connecting with the natural world during its renewal mirrors our own internal renewal.

Pitta Tea: Cool and Soothe

For those with a fiery constitution, our Pitta Tea offers a cooling and grounding break. Sandalwood, vetiver grass, and fragrant swamp mallow soothe inflammation and calm irritability.

Who is it for?

Individuals with Pitta imbalances, characterised by heat, inflammation, or irritability.

• Those that need to cool and soothe the body and mind.
• Anyone experiencing excessive sweating, skin rashes, or heartburn.
• Those who want a calming and grounding beverage.