Ayurveda and Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) - 427

Jan 15, 2026

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As winter settles in, many of us notice shifts in mood, energy, motivation, and emotional resilience. In this episode, Colette explores Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) through the compassionate lens of Ayurveda, reframing seasonal low mood as a natural response to changes in light, rhythm, digestion, and mental qualities.

You'll learn how winter affects the doshas, digestion, and nervous system, why gut health is central to emotional wellbeing, and how gentle, practical Ayurvedic practices, including a supportive Digestive Reset, can help restore clarity, balance, and resilience during the darker months.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How Ayurveda understands Seasonal Affective Disorder
Why winter naturally increases Kapha, Vata, and Tamas guna
The dosha story behind feeling both heavy and unsettled in winter
Why digestion and Agni are central to mood, sleep, and nervous system health
How Ama and weak digestion can contribute to brain fog, low mood, and emotional stagnation
The relationship between digestion, the gunas (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas), and mental clarity
Practical Ayurvedic tools to support mood in winter, including rhythm, food, light, movement, and herbs
How a gentle Digestive Reset Cleanse can support seasonal mood, energy, and emotional resilience

Join the Group Digestive Reset Cleanse – Starting January 23rd, 2026

Ayurvedic cleansing is not about restriction, fasting or punishment it's about restoring balance and flow.

This discounted group Digestive Reset Cleanse is designed to:

Rekindle digestive fire (agni)
Clear ama (toxins) from the digestive tract and rasa dhatu
Support lymphatic health and immunity
Gently restore balance to the doshas

What's included:

Private 90-minute consultation with Colette
Recorded coaching webinars
Dosha-specific yoga videos
Meditation & pranayama tutorials
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Ongoing online support
Private community for accountability and connection

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Exciting News: The New Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community is Live!

Over the years, this podcast has blossomed into a global community, a gathering of seekers, healers, and lifelong learners. And now, I'm delighted to share that our revitalized community space is officially open!

This new online home was created for those who wish to go deeper into Ayurveda, together. Inside, you'll find:

Early access to podcast episodes
Member forums for discussion and Q&A
Mindfulness and self-care practices
Monthly live Zoom meetups
Seasonal group challenges and reflections

It's a conscious, supportive space to connect, learn, and grow with others walking the Ayurvedic path.

Come say hello, introduce yourself, and be part of this living, breathing sangha.

Join the new Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community here: https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/community

I look forward to connecting with you soon!

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Online Consultations https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/consultations
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Online Daily Habits for Holistic Health Program https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/daily-habits
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