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Ep 29: Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse Q&A — How to Move Through Seasonal Transitions with Clarity and Self-Attunement

Seasonal change is not just something that happens around us — in Ayurveda, it is something that happens within us.

In this episode, I answer the most common questions I receive every year about Ayurvedic seasonal cleanses, with a special focus on the Spring Cleanse. Whether this is your first cleanse or you already live a “clean” lifestyle, this conversation invites you to look beyond food rules and into the deeper purpose of seasonal reset practices.

We explore why Ayurvedic cleanses are traditionally done at seasonal thresholds, how to approach them gently and intelligently, and why the real gift of cleansing is not kitchari or herbs — but learning to listen to your body.

I also recorded this episode during eclipse season, a time traditionally associated with heightened sensitivity and the need for more intentional living. If you’re feeling foggy, overstimulated, or inwardly restless, this episode is especially supportive.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why seasonal junctures are considered powerful (and vulnerable) thresholds in Ayurveda
• How spring relates to Kapha dosha, and why congestion, heaviness, and lethargy often arise this time of year
• The real purpose of Ayurvedic cleansing — and why it’s not about perfection
• How supporting Agni (digestive fire) helps you move through seasonal change with more stability
• Why timing a cleanse is less about fixed dates and more about observing nature
• What actually happens during the Spring Cleanse (preparation, cleanse days, and re-nourishment)
• How much time you realistically need each day (and why rest matters just as much as food)
• What to expect if this is your first cleanse — including discomfort, clarity, and self-trust
• Whether you “need” a cleanse if you already eat clean
• How seasonal cleanses help cultivate self-attunement, not just symptom relief

Mentioned in this episode

• 🎧 Ep 19: Cosmic Rhythms and Mental/Emotional Clarity: Ayurvedic Wisdom for Eclipse Seasons
• A supportive listen for navigating eclipse season with more steadiness and clarity.
  👉 Link to Episode 19
• 🌱 Ayurvedic Community Spring Cleanse
  A gentle, guided seasonal reset focused on digestion, lymphatic health, and self-attunement.
  👉 Sign up for the Spring Cleanse here

A note from me

If there’s one thing I hope you take from this episode, it’s this:
Wanting to feel better is not the same as wanting to listen to your body.

Seasonal cleanses are not about getting it right — they are about showing up, imperfectly and honestly, to create space for listening. Over time, that practi

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