Praise for The Wheel of Healing with Ayurveda by Michelle S. Fondin
“Explores the ‘spokes’ of the Ayurvedic wheel, its physical, emotional, relational, environmental, occupational, and spiritual components, and supplies advice as to healthy practices for each dosha. . . . A strong beginning text for those seeking wellness beyond the bounds of traditional medicine.”
— Library Journal
“The Wheel of Healing with Ayurveda is beautifully written, comprehensive, and real-world! Michelle Fondin brilliantly guides the reader through a transformational journey and teaches us to ‘roll smoothly’ through life’s twists and turns with a powerful and easily accessible game plan.”
— davidji, bestselling author of Secrets of Meditation and Destressifying
“Extraordinarily well written, informed, and informative. Thoroughly ‘reader friendly’ in organization and presentation.”
— Midwest Book Review
“Having actively participated in her own healing by following the principles of Ayurveda, Michelle Fondin is a living example of the beauty and benefits of Ayurveda. In her new book, she outlines a holistic approach with which we can keep all areas of our lives healthy and balanced. Simple yet profound — loved it!”
— Lissa Coffey, bestselling author of What’s Your Dosha, Baby?
“Very accessible . . . Fondin imparts substantial knowledge in such distilled and meaningful ways that practicing Ayurveda becomes more sensible — and easier to navigate — than ever.”
— Whole Life Times
“The brief explanation of Ayurveda, covering seeking balance over imbalance, the stages of various maladies, and a ‘Checklist for Health’ segues to advice for living one’s dharma or life path. Chapters on physical, spiritual, and emotional health, healing wounds from the past, and maintaining healthy relationships, among other subjects, contain guidelines and exercises that, along with recommended resources, make this a comprehensive guide.”
— Booklist
“Michelle Fondin makes the esoteric and ancient science of Ayurveda accessible to all readers who simply have a desire to improve their health. Her book will introduce you to Ayurveda and supply you with simple, practical, and creative ways to improve every aspect of your health.”
— from the foreword by Sudha Bulusu and Dr. Shekhar Annambhotla, founder of Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America
“Includes a comprehensive set of self-assessment questions that allow readers to zero in on their body type’s specific needs and best practices for eating plans, addiction treatment, detoxification, and techniques for improving relationships. . . . The Wheel of Healing with Ayurveda brings control and responsibility back to you.”
— New Thought
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The Wheel of Healing with Ayurveda: An Easy Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle
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Copyright © 2018 by Michelle S. Fondin
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First printing, April 2018
ISBN 978-1-60868-534-9
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This book is dedicated to the loving memory of two of my greatest teachers of all time, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer and Dr. David Simon. I felt you were both with me as I wrote these pages.
I also dedicate this book to all my teachers who taught me throughout the years at the Chopra Center, including Dr. Deepak Chopra, Davidji, and Claire Diab.
CONTENTS
The Marriage of Tantra, Ayurveda, and the Yoga Sutras
Understanding the Dual Nature of the Chakras — and of Life Itself
Reasons the Chakras Might Get Blocked
First Chakra Energy: Solid Like a Rock
Our Societal Relationship with the Earth Element