Ayurveda Association of Wisconsin

Ayurveda Association of Wisconsin A 501c3 Wisconsin based non-profit supporting a growing, vibrant Ayurveda community through education, resources, and connection.

More info: https://linktr.ee/ayurveda_wi Founded in early 2016, the Ayurveda Association of Wisconsin is a grassroots organization that brings Ayurveda professionals and lovers of Ayurveda together into one group. With the help of a handful of dedicated people, AAW was born. Our mission is to support a state-wide community rooted in Ayurveda by providing education, connection, and resources. We ar

e committed to serving both the professionals of Ayurveda and those interested in learning Ayurveda on their healing path. Our vision is to build and promote public awareness, education, and recognition of Ayurveda, its principles, benefits, and practices as a system of healing that honors the connection of mind, body, and spirit. The AAW is a recognized and registered 501c3 non-profit organization.

09/09/2026

Having professional liability insurance is one thing.

Knowing exactly what it covers is another.

In this clip from AAW's 2025 Legal Basics webinar, Wisconsin attorney Barbara J. Zabawa, JD explains an important consideration for practitioners: your insurance coverage may depend on the services you're actually providing and whether they fall within the expected scope of your practice.

And that's only one piece of the legal landscape Ayurvedic professionals may need to navigate.

This November, Barbara returns to the Ayurveda Association of Wisconsin for:

🌿 Ayurveda & the Law: Protecting Your Practice
📅 November 18
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM CT
🔖 Class Code: 1118

Barbara will cover key topics for Ayurvedic professionals, including scope of practice, legal considerations around herbal guidance, marketing and social media compliance, and cultural and traditional medicine protections.

Whether you're currently practicing or preparing to enter professional practice, this webinar is an opportunity to better understand the legal considerations surrounding your work.

Save the date and watch for registration information coming soon.

This program is educational in nature and does not constitute individualized legal or medical advice.

One of Ayurveda's foundational ideas is surprisingly simple:Like increases like, while opposing qualities can create bal...
09/07/2026

One of Ayurveda's foundational ideas is surprisingly simple:

Like increases like, while opposing qualities can create balance.

Consider a crisp September day.

The air may feel cooler. The breeze is moving. Leaves begin drying. The environment gradually becomes lighter and less humid.

Ayurveda associates many of these qualities—cool, dry, light, and mobile—with Vata.

Traditional Ayurvedic teachings therefore explore their opposites during this season: warmth, moisture, nourishment, and steadiness.

This principle gives us a way to understand Ayurveda without immediately jumping into complicated routines or dosha quizzes.

Start with the qualities.

Look outside. Notice the season. Then notice yourself.

Which quality of autumn do you notice most—cool, dry, light, or mobile?

September is one of those wonderful months when summer and autumn seem to meet at the farmers market.Late-summer produce...
09/03/2026

September is one of those wonderful months when summer and autumn seem to meet at the farmers market.

Late-summer produce may still be abundant while apples, squash, root vegetables, and other cool-season favorites begin appearing.

Ayurveda encourages us to pay attention to this natural progression.

As the environment becomes cooler and drier, traditional Ayurvedic food wisdom begins shifting toward foods with warm, moist, soft, and nourishing qualities.

Think cooked vegetables, soups, stews, grains, roasted squash, and other comforting preparations as the weather changes.

Seasonal eating doesn't need to mean following a rigid list. It can simply be an opportunity to notice what nature is providing and explore how our preferences naturally change with the weather.

What's one food that tells you fall has officially arrived?

September offers some of the first unmistakable signs that a new season is arriving.Cooler mornings return. The evening ...
09/01/2026

September offers some of the first unmistakable signs that a new season is arriving.

Cooler mornings return. The evening light changes. Leaves begin their transformation. Our schedules may shift as school, work, and fall activities find their rhythm again.

Ayurveda gives us another way to observe these changes through the language of qualities.

As we move toward autumn, the environment can become increasingly cool, dry, light, and mobile—qualities traditionally associated with Vata dosha.

Ayurvedic teachings often explore balancing these qualities with their opposites: warmth, moisture, nourishment, and steadiness.

That doesn't have to mean dramatically changing your routine. It can begin simply by noticing.

🍂 What is changing outside your window?
🍂 What foods are appearing at your local market?
🍂 How is the rhythm of your day changing?

Seasonal living begins with awareness.

What is the first sign of autumn you notice each year?

One of Ayurveda's greatest teachings is learning to notice the subtle changes happening around us.While August may still...
08/27/2026

One of Ayurveda's greatest teachings is learning to notice the subtle changes happening around us.

While August may still feel like summer, nature quietly begins preparing for autumn.

These gentle transitions invite us to slow down and become more observant—noticing cooler mornings, changing light, ripening gardens, and evolving daily routines.

Cultivating seasonal awareness helps us stay connected to both nature and ourselves.

What signs of changing seasons have you noticed where you live?

As August continues, warm days often invite us to pay closer attention to staying hydrated.Ayurveda recognizes that many...
08/25/2026

As August continues, warm days often invite us to pay closer attention to staying hydrated.

Ayurveda recognizes that many foods naturally contain water, making seasonal produce a delicious way to enjoy summer's abundance.

Late summer favorites like watermelon, cucumbers, tomatoes, peaches, and berries add color, freshness, and variety to meals while helping us appreciate what the season has to offer.

Taking time to pause, enjoy a meal outdoors, or sip water throughout the day can become simple acts of mindfulness.

What's your favorite way to stay refreshed during August?

*Educational purposes only. This content is intended for general education and is not medical advice.*

This fall, the Ayurveda Association of Wisconsin invites members to experience Ayurveda Unveiled, an inspiring documenta...
08/19/2026

This fall, the Ayurveda Association of Wisconsin invites members to experience Ayurveda Unveiled, an inspiring documentary by filmmaker Gita Desai, through a five-session online Film Club.

This is an exclusive offering for active AAW members, created as a space to learn, reflect, and connect in community.

Together, we’ll explore Ayurveda’s timeless wisdom, history, and living relevance through approximately 60 minutes of film followed by 30 minutes of guided discussion and shared reflection.

📅 Session Dates
- September 17
- October 29
- November 12
- December 3
- January 7

🕡 6:30–8:00 PM CST

Featuring interviews with respected teachers, scholars, physicians, and researchers from around the world, *Ayurveda Unveiled* offers an engaging look at the depth and history of this living tradition.

“A film that brilliantly illuminates Ayurveda, the sister science of Yoga... the essential film for all seekers.” -Dr. Vasant Lad

Participation is reserved for active AAW members. We look forward to gathering for this meaningful opportunity to learn, reflect, and connect together.

08/17/2026

As summer begins to wind down, many of us naturally return to familiar routines.

Ayurveda reminds us that transitions don't need to happen all at once. Small, consistent rhythms can help create a sense of steadiness throughout seasonal change.

This month, consider exploring:
☀️ Beginning your day with a few quiet moments.
🥗 Enjoying meals at regular times when possible.
🌿 Spending time outdoors before the weather changes.
📖 Creating an evening routine that helps you unwind.

These simple practices can help us move into the next season with greater awareness and intention.

What routine helps you feel grounded?

*Educational purposes only. This content is intended for general education and is not medical advice.*

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