Category Archive for: ‘Articles of Chahna Tailor’
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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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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Ekal Vidyalaya: Transforming Lives
By Chahna Tailor Gupta Growing up in South Florida, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the incredible impact of the Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation firsthand. From attending the annual events to volunteering and now serving as the President of the South Florida Chapter, my journey with …
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Bharat Ke Rang Ekal Ke Sang – Friday, February 9th!
by Chahna Gupta Growing up in South Florida, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the transformative impact of the annual Ekal Vidyalaya event, both as an attendee and a volunteer. Each year, our community unites to raise funds for establishing and sustaining one-teacher schools in …
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Letting Go & Attracting in the New Year! By Chahna Gupta
There’s something about New Year’s Eve that I look forward to – and that’s our family tradition! Every year, we all gather around a fire pit. We all go around and talk about how the past year has been for us and then go through …
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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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Is Ayurveda Scientific?
By Chahna Gupta Living in the USA, we are surrounded by allopathic medicine. It is on our television, social media, billboards, and health insurance. But, the complementary science of Ayurveda should be utilized for what it is: a preventative and scientific approach to health! How …
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