We will cover: many core principles and practices of Ayurveda, such as basic constitutional types (doshas), five elements, six tastes, cultivating internal energy (prana), using aromatherapy and herbs; etc.; the use of attention, visualization, and mindful meditation; understanding nutrition, digestion and assimilation; how to discover one’s optimal diet using taste test and eating awareness exercises; how to live wisely in accordance with nature’s rhythms and seasons; the importance of restful sleep, touch and massage, and deep laughter; how to meet one’s basic emotional needs and desires; and how to communicate consciously.