Katie Brindle sits down with Ayurvedic practitioner, author and chai pioneer Mira Manek to explore the daily self-care non-negotiables that keep them grounded, energised, and thriving. Together, they weave the wisdom of Ayurveda and Yang Sheng into practical rituals anyone can adopt, from castor oil belly button therapy and oil massage to nourishing chai rituals, gua sha, and movement for longevity.

If you’re interested in healthspan vs lifespan, natural beauty, digestion support, hormone balance, immune health, and cultivating joy & calm in the everyday, you'll enjoy this episode! 

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Chapters:

0:00 What Are Your Self-Care Non-Negotiables?

1:26 Why Sleep Comes First

2:57 Castor Oil Rituals for Digestion & Joint Nourishment

6:01 Massaging the Body & Choosing the Right Oils

9:28 Daily Movement for Longevity (Weights, Bar & Stretching)

12:32 Tool Time: Gua Sha & Body Care Rituals

16:48 Spices as Medicine: The Chai Ritual

20:59 The History of Chai & Its Ayurvedic Roots

27:45 Using Spices Throughout the Day (Simple Habits)

30:52 Replacing Old Habits with Joyful, Nourishing Ones

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