Category Archive for: ‘Articles of Chahna Tailor’
International Yoga Day Miami on Saturday, 6/21 – Join Us!
By Chahna Gupta International Yoga Day Miami Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Miami Fair & Expo Center, 10901 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33165 This June, Miami is embracing wellness, culture, and community in a big way — and it’s …
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Doshas & Relationships: Understanding Compatibility Through Ayurveda By Chahna Gupta
In Ayurveda, relationships are seen as more than just emotional or physical connections—they are energetic bonds influenced by the unique constitutions of both individuals. Ayurveda categorizes human nature into three primary doshas (biological energies): Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. These doshas not only determine our physical …
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The Spiritual Journey of Marriage by Chahna Gupta
The Spiritual Journey of Marriage by Chahna Gupta Marriage is often celebrated as the union of two individuals, but in the Vedic tradition, it goes far beyond companionship and shared responsibilities. It is seen as a sacred journey—a partnership designed to foster self-discovery and fulfill …
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Is Makhana (Fox Nuts) Good to Eat Before Your Wedding?
By Chahna Gupta This December, I spent a magical month in India, surrounded by family, traditions, and of course, food. One snack seemed to appear in every household I visited: makhana, or fox nuts. Gently roasted with a touch of salt and black pepper, this …
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Let’s Celebrate the New Year at Life Market on Saturday, January 11th!
This January, join us at the South Florida Hindu Temple for Life Market, a celebration rooted in the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, where community, wellness, and culture come together. Taking place on January 11th, 2025 from 10 am to 3 pm, Life Market isn’t just …
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Ayurveda: Timeless and Versatile
By Chahna Tailor Gupta Happy October! If you’ve read my previous articles, then you know that I enjoy writing about Ayurveda. Ayurveda is such a deep science—it feels like you could study it for a lifetime and there would still be more to discover. However, …
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Discovering Vrikshayurveda: The Ancient Science of Plant Life
By Chahna Gupta Vrikshayurveda, which translates to “the science of plant life,” is a traditional Indian approach to agriculture and horticulture that dates back thousands of years. Rooted in the same holistic principles as Ayurveda, Vrikshayurveda encompasses the care, growth, and preservation of plants and …
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Okasātmyam: Getting Used to What’s Not Good for Us
By Chahna Gupta Whenever I think about “back in the day,” I picture our ancestors working together to keep their communities alive — gathering fruit and crops, building fires, meditating, learning the land, caring for each other. Life was simpler (minus the occasional wild animal …
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Breathe Easy: Pranayama Techniques to Reduce Wedding Stress
By Chahna Gupta Weddings are joyous occasions, but the preparations can sometimes leave brides, grooms, and even their families feeling overwhelmed. Amidst the flurry of planning, pranayama — the ancient art of breath control in yoga — offers a serene oasis. The word Pranayama can …
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Embracing Shadows: Ancient Wisdom and Modern Practices During Solar Eclipses
By Chahna Tailor Gupta A solar eclipse, where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, obscuring the sun’s light, has always fascinated and alarmed civilizations across the world. Traditionally, in Jyotish (Vedic astrology) and Ayurveda—ancient Indian systems of astrology and medicine—eclipses are seen …
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