I've been asked to speak on regarding the spiritual and psychological benefits of fasting with a twist of Ayurveda.  For background information on the physical benefits of fasting read my previously written article at the Healthier Vibrations blog or see link below. https://healthiervibrations.wordpress.com/2018/03/22/health-benefits-of-intermittent-fasting-by-dr-christie-smirl/  If you're new to Ayurveda, here is an article on the basics and there's a ton more at HealthierVibrations.com   https://healthiervibrations.wordpress.com/2017/06/11/ayurveda-doshas-101-by-dr-christie-smirl/

The Sound of God: Gaining a Clear Channel with Dr. Christie Smirl on the Shift Network   In this interview Dr. Smirl discusses the physics of mantra divinization and how to access a more pure channel with God. Visit HealthierVibrations.com for more education and information on yoga, meditation and Ayurveda with Dr. Smirl. This interview is part of the Sound Healing Summit a free online event. For more information, please visit https://soundhealingglobalsummit.com. This recording is a copyright of The Shift Network. All rights reserved.

It was a great honor and pleasure to have Mr. Mark Stavish talk on Healthier Vibrations about Egregores, Purification and Self Realization. In this discussion, Mr. Mark Stavish offers a practical introduction to recognizing and managing egregores. He discusses what is an egregore and why is it so important to recognize these powerful entities that shape our lives. Mr. Stavish also introduces listeners to concepts related to ritual purification, how to overcome ones shortcomings to reach and awaken into one’s fullest potential and powers. Watch video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H1LUiE2MWU4 You can learn more through Mr. Mark Stavish by visiting the Hermetic Institute as well as accessing his classes and presentations on Teachable and other links below. http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/html/author.html https://hermetic.com/stavish/index https://sso.teachable.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIDKj7SCI0FzcyCifWsdqMA Mr. Mark Stavis is the director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and life-long student of esotericism. He has over 35 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Traditional Western Esotericism. Mr. Stavish has published over 30 books and is one of the leading authorities in Hermeticism today. He has served as the Director of Research for the Occult Research and Applications Project, of the Philosophers of Nature founded by Jean Dubuis in France.For 20 years Mr. Stavish has been a leading resource for practical information on mineral and plant alchemy, as well as qabala. He is a graduate of King's College, in Theology (B.A.), and Communications (B.A.), and obtained his Master's degree in Counseling emphasizing psycho-spiritual modalities and Psychosynthesis from Rhode Island College. Mr. Mark Stavish has been a guest on Coast to Coast AM, Just Energy Radio and the Animal Planet/History Channel, just to mention a few and he has been a consultant for documentaries and literature regarding with spirituality.

Lungs and Longevity  - A multidiscipline discussion with Dr. Christie Smirl and Craig William LAC   Topic: Lung health, Immunity, Longevity, Food as Medicine  Subtopics: Zinc, Vitamin D3, Rasayana herbs, Pranayama   Links discussed  1. YOUTUBE VIDEO FULL DISCUSSION: https://youtu.be/_DpzEViHeIg 2. Pranayama Breath Practices  ** Kapalbhati breathing exercise:   https://youtu.be/Bz1SMXmM5KU  ** Dirgha pranayama:  https://youtu.be/ZwOv8_gr0kY  ** Alternate nostril breathing:   https://youtu.be/OvBNFYwLdlY  ** 1 hour class on breath technology: https://youtu.be/OINvt9ap5XE   3. Garlic poultice  https://nofussnatural.com/garlic-poultice/?fbclid=IwAR3se9szEht-kudsgf82wDykkpqD2CNfjHSkq91copUZCCOYb6CYo9q04Bc   4. Onion poultice for deep seated coughs  https://planetherbs.com/blogs/michaels-blogs/onion-poultice-for-deep-seated-coughs/?fbclid=IwAR1fJ01-KzVGcrHJspe1wDaKJatnjdRCCaSIUvsiGp_jLBFrwFa7rRzdIgg   Dr. Christie Smirl is a Doctorate of Ayurveda (AUCM), Master of Science, Nurse Practitioner, professor and author. Contact/connect at HealthierVibrations.com     Craig Williams has a Master's Degree in Oriental Medicine and is a  Licensed Acupuncturist, a certified Ayurveda Practitioner, Certified East/West Herbalist - member American Herbalist Guild, a Certified Health Coach, Holistic and Fitness Nutritionist Trained in Ayurveda. Contact/connect at AyurvedaAustin.com

AGNI - The Power of Health, Immunity and Transformation  A multidisciplinary discussion between Christie Smirl and Craig Williams about Agni and implications on overall health, immunity, disease resistance, mind clarity, psychological disorders and societal implications and higher conscious development.    - AGNI related to jatar-agni, digestion and nutrition - AGNI related to srota-agni, dhatu-agni and health of the physical body constituents - AGNI related to immunity to disease and cellular modulation  - AGNI related to manas-agni, mental fortitude, adaptation and psychiatry  - AGNI in relationship to cosmic forces and advanced mental development  _________________________________________________________   Connect with Dr. Christie Smirl at HealthierVibrations.com  Dr. Christie Smirl is a Doctorate of Ayurveda, Master of Science, Nurse Practitioner, Yoga Teacher Trainer, University Professor and author.  ________________________________________________________  Connect with Craig Williams at AyurvedaAustin.com  Craig Williams aka Indra Ram-Das Aghori, has his  Bachelor's Degree in Religious Studies focused on Eastern Religions and Master's Degree in Oriental Medicine. He is a licensed acupuncturist, certified East/West Herbalist,  member American Herbalist Guild, a certified health coach, running coach, holistic and fitness nutritionist. Craig is trained in Ayurveda, yoga, jyotish, vedanta and tantra through David Frawley and the American Institute of Vedic Studies, awarded the titles of Veda Kovid and Yogacharya , certified by the Academy of Traditional Ayurveda. Craig is also an Ordained Bishop in the Ecclesia Gnostica Nigra and author of acclaimed books Entering the Desert, Cult of Golgotha: Cave of the Numinous, Tantric Physics Volume 1 and upcoming Volume 2.

It was a pleasure and honor to be a guest presenter for the Necessary Nutrition Academy to introduce theories behind Ayurvedic Nutrition. During this presentation students will learn the basic theories of Ayurveda as applied to nutrition principles, including the panchamahabhuta and tri-dosha theories. This information will be integrated to understand how certain foods aggravate or pacify the tri-doshas and overall health. Remember the saying, "If diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. If diet is correct, medicine is of no need.". Visit HealthierVibrations.com for more education, webinars and certifications with Dr. Christie Smirl.

“The concept of systems of control, and their role in limiting the expansion of human consciousness, is fundamental to the investigations and revelations found within the Golgotha current. There exists distinct control mechanisms in place on both exoteric & esoteric levels of reality with obscure Pathways to self transformation and self-realization. Ahrimanic and Asuric in nature, these systems of control are Insidious, parasitic, and self-perpetuating, existing in a virus like level of awareness. The important work of Rudolf Steiner has extensively explored this concept and its implications, and this influence runs deep within the Golgotha current. What most individuals consider reality is in most cases a tightly-controlled manufactured mirage. These surreptitious systems of control exist in obvious exoteric paradigms such as governments, educational systems, organized religions as well as in consensual constructs of social awareness which are steadily reinforced by the receptive exoteric control paradigms. The systems of control which are initially the most dangerous function on the subtle esoteric level, inhibiting the expansion of human consciousness and clouding the mental atmospheres. These subtle control structures are often hibernating within seemingly harmless systems of spiritual expression, and are activated by an unbalanced egoic state of perception or by an individual who exists in a state of disharmony on a mental and or physical level. It is extremely important for individuals to become aware of such esoteric systems of control, and seek to recognize the signs and symptoms of such mechanisms of manipulations. My previous text, Entering the Desert, contains important information on such issues and the various complications that may arise if such parasitic control mechanisms are not addressed." ~ excerpt from Cult of Golgotha by Craig Williams In this discussion, Craig elaborates upon this passage from Cult of Golgotha and explains more about the the following. The difference between exoteric vs esoteric paradigms. Exoteric Systems of control in areas such as Government, educational systems, organized religion and how they play a role in limiting and controlling self-realization. Esoteric paradigms and control structures. Ahrimanic and asuric systems of control and MORE. This episode video can be watched on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_XbZtvAZ_HA Craig Williams (a.k.a. Indra Ram-Das Aghori) has his Bachelor's Degree in Religious Studies focused on Eastern Religions, a Master's Degree in Oriental Medicine and is a a licensed acupuncturist. He is a certified East / West Herbalist and a member of the American Herbalist Guild. Highly trained in Ayurveda, yoga, jyotish, vedanta and tantra, Craig has studied with David Frawley and the American Institute of Vedic Studies. He has been awarded the titles of Veda Kovid and Yogacharya. In addition he is certified by the Academy of Traditional Ayurveda. Craig is also a certified health coach,  running coach, holistic and fitness nutritionist. He an acclaimed author of several books with more to come. Craig is also an Ordained Bishop in the Ecclesia Gnostica Nigra. For more information about Craig Williams, visit his website AyurvedaAustin.com.

On this podcast episode we welcome Dr. Jayagopal Parla. Dr. Jay is a world renowned speaker and professor of Ayurveda. His training background includes a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery from Bangalore University, Ayurvedic MD from Rijiv Gandhi University Health Sciences, Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and certified Yoga Therapist. Dr. Jay is currently a professor of Ayurveda at Southern California University of Health Sciences. His Ayurveda practice has been strong for over 21 years, starting in Mysore India and now in Long Beach, California. In addition he owns and operates the Ayurveda Athreya Herbs.  Check out all the quality Ayurvedic herbs and products available to individuals and practitioners at https://www.athreyaherbs.com/. During this episode, Dr. Jay shares the historical origins of Ayurveda and the future of Ayurveda in Integrative Medicine.

Ayurveda and Gnostic Transformation with guest speaker Craig Williams. In this podcast Craig Williams shares his view on the role of Ayurveda to catalyze Gnostic alchemy for personal and spiritual transformation. Craig also discusses the importance of Ayurveda and gnosticism to awaken the Sacramental Vision discussed in his acclaimed book "Entering The Desert".

Healthier Vibrations Podcast 12: Forging the Spiritual Vessel with Guest Julia Persike.   The discussion today with Dr. Christie Smirl and Julia Persike encompasses the concept of creating a strong body for stronger personal evolution.  Julia Persike Bio: Julia currently resides in Las Vegas, NV where she owns and operates her own holistic and Ayurvedic business. Her entire life has been centered around nutrition and health. She holds a Masters in Ayurvedic Medicine from Southern California University of Health Sciences with a continued concentration in Ayurvedic Obstetrics and Women's Health from Arya Ayurvedic Panchakarma Clinic and Ayurveda Academia (Pune, India), and is recognized by NAMA (National Ayurvedic Medical Association) as a professional in her field of study, a BFA in Dance from the University of Iowa, She’s been a martial artist now for 11 years and currently instructs on technique, conditioning and yoga for fighting, She has been a personal trainer for 13 years. She holds certifications in Holistic Health, Usui Reiki Mastership, Massage Therapy, and Sports Nutrition. She is also a certified RYT 500 Yoga instructor. She not only teaches yoga to fighters she also is currently teaching yoga to the United States Airforce on Nellis Airforce Base. Her business in Las Vegas is The Practice: An Ayurvedic and Healing Company where she offers treatments, consultations, personal training, reiki, bodybuilding instruction and overall life coaching. She has competed in the Jay Cutler Classic NPC Bodybuilding competition where she placed 2nd and 4th in her categories. She truly embraces the focus of Ayurveda in that she wants to keep the healthy, healthy and illness free and she wants to aid in those with illness to bring them into complete alignment and balance. True health matters from all aspects of the mental body, physical body and spiritual body. 

Ayurveda is the ancient science of health and wellness that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. Ayurveda is widely practiced internationally and is gaining recognition as a complete holistic field of medicine. Ayurveda has very specific recommendations for maintaining physiological balance during each season. During summer months the physiologic dosha, Pitta becomes accumulated in the body. Excessively elevated levels of Pitta in the body manifests in heat symptoms such as feeling overheated, irritated, inflamed and restless. High levels of Pitta can also dry the body tissues, create excessive thirst, red eyes, skin eruptions, burning mucous membranes and even abnormal bleeding. Here are some ways to avoid the rise of Pitta and maintain homeostasis during summer months.  Minimize Pitta aggravating foods and beverages such as tomatoes, bell peppers, eggplant, chilis, salsa, mustard, vinegar, sour foods, deep fried foods, alcohol, caffeine. Stay cool and hydrated. Drink plenty of filtered water. Coconut water is excellent in the summer too. In the summer months, agni, the digestive fire, is weaker. Therefore it is advised to eat lighter meals and reduce richer, heavier, harder to digest foods such as breads, cheese and meats. Ayurveda recommends meals such as fresh vegetable soups, salads and grains during the summer. Ayurveda recommends eating what is naturally growing during each season unless you have a specific imbalance. During the summer you can find a bounty of fresh vegetables at your local farmers market such as green leafy vegetables, asparagus, cucumber, beets, snap peas, celery, carrots, zucchini, corn, rhubarb. Eat plenty of summer fruits such as apricots, plums, peaches, cherries, blackberries, blueberries, nectarines, watermelon, grapes, mango, papaya and raspberries. Pitta pacifying herbs and spices such as fennel, cardamom, coriander, cilantro and mint can help keep balanced. Exercise during the cooler morning or evening hours. Take cooler showers or go for a swim. Practice more yin yoga with slow gentle stretches and cooling breath techniques such as nadi shodhana or sheetali pranayama.  I hope you all have a enjoyable summer and stay healthy.  For more information on Ayurveda education and training with Dr. Christie Smirl, visit HealthierVibrations.com Dr. Christie Smirl is a Doctorate of Ayurvedic Medicine, Nurse Practitioner, Master of Science, Yoga Teacher Trainer, ERYT, YACEP, Reiki Master, Musician and author. Her motto is “Heal yourself, help heal another and begin healing the world.”.

Advanced Nutrition class excerpt with Dr Christie Smirl HealthierVibrations.com. Live class recording from February 2019. Recommend headphones.

In this segment Dr. Christie Smirl gives a crash course introduction to the Ayurvedic concept of pitta, how it regulates human physiology, signs and symptoms in the case of elevated pitta and a list of foods to avoid in that condition. Visit HealthierVibrations.com for more free education and online courses.

Learn about the fundamental principles of the vata, an Ayurvedic dosha, to better understand human physiology and key components to health maintenance. This is a live recorded class segment. Visit HealthierVibrations.com to learn more about online classes offered by Dr. Christie Smirl.

Guduchi is a wonderful Ayurvedic herb used to bolster the immune system without unwanted brimhana action that could aggravate aama. Listen if you want t o learn more about the qualities actions and indications of this Ayurvedic herb. For more education visit HealthierVibrations.com

Ayurvedic Herbology: Neem Recorded live in class. If you'dlike more information on natural health education, videos and online courses visit Dr. Christie Smirl HealthierVibrations.com 🎧 wear headphones

Ayurvedic Herbology Principles - class excerpt discussing the importance of knowing the rasa, gunas, veerya and karma of Ayurvedic herbs in relationship to the panchamahabhutas and doshas for appropriate selection. To register for upcoming online classes by Dr. Christie Smirl, visit HealthierVibrations.com

Discover the fundamentals of chakra based yoga and the subtle body with Dr. Christie Smirl. Learn the relationship between physical health, mental health, nadis, panchakoshas and pranic distribution in the chakras for yogic sciences. This is a class excert. To find out more about courses and training with Dr. Christie Smirl at HealthierVibrations.com

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