Sustain Your Vitality

Zoa and Sarah DeBlock, founder of Soma Yoga Healing Center, dive into the fascinating world of Ojas, a core concept in Ayurveda that’s all about vitality and well-being. Imagine your life as a big bowl; the bigger the bowl, the more life you can catch and enjoy! Ojas represents that energy reservoir that helps us navigate the ups and downs of life. Sarah explains it beautifully, likening it...

Diving deep into the fascinating world of Ayurveda, Zoa and Sarah explore the concept of Ama, which can be thought of as the baggage we accumulate in our lives. Sarah DeBlock, founder of Soma Yoga Healing, shares her insights on how Ama isn't just physical; it can also be emotional or mental. They discuss how this accumulation can lead to imbalances and ultimately disease, making it crucial to rec...

Today, Zoa and special guest Sarah DeBlock, founder of Soma Yoga Healing Center, dive into the fiery world of Agni in Ayurveda! Agni, which means fire, is all about how we digest not just our food but everything else in life—like media, conversations, and even our environment. Think of it as the engine that keeps us running smoothly and feeling awesome! We chat about how to keep that fire ba...

Ever feel like you’re juggling a dozen flaming torches while riding a unicycle on a tightrope? Zoa gets it! In this lively chat, she tackles the chaos of life changes and how they can throw a wrench into our self-care routines. From menopause to mood swings, Zoa highlights the reality that our wellness needs can shift dramatically as we wander through this beautiful thing called life. She pa...

Unlocking the secrets of Ayurveda is like finding the ultimate cheat code for life! Ayurveda, meaning 'knowledge of life', is all about harmonizing the body, mind, and spirit. Zoa discusses how this age-old wisdom, passed down through generations, offers practical tips for living a longer, healthier life. Forget what you think you know about wellness; Ayurveda is personalized! It’s not about...

Functional wellness is all about empowering you to take charge of your health and happiness! Zoa dives into how this approach goes beyond just treating symptoms and gets to the root of what’s going on in your body, mind, and spirit. It’s holistic and multi-system, meaning everything is connected—your gut, your mood, and even your energy levels all play a role. Zoa is here to help...

Applying the 80-20 rule to self-care is like finding that sweet spot where we prioritize our wellness without the guilt of missing out on life. Zoa dives deep into this concept, explaining how we can aim for 80% of our lifestyle choices to be healthy and nourishing. This leaves us with a fun little 20% wiggle room to indulge in pizza nights, spontaneous adventures, or just binge-watching our favor...

Lifespan and health span are two different things, and that’s the heart of our chat today! Lifespan is the total time we get to enjoy this crazy ride called life, while health span is all about the quality of those years. Unfortunately, many of us might live longer but not necessarily better. Zoa dives into how lifestyle choices can help us not just add years to our lives but also life to ou...

The sustainability of daily wellness necessitates a multifaceted approach that harmonizes with your daily life. Wellness practices must integrate seamlessly into your routine so additional stress is not added. Zoa focuses on alignment of schedules, energy levels, and existing skills, thereby fostering an environment conducive to growth and well-being. Supportive community interactions with others...

Zoa Conner, PhD discusses the distinctions between wellness and health. Health is focused on pathology, diagnosis, and treatment. Wellness is a holistic and ongoing process aimed at maintaining optimal health and enhancing life quality. Zoa emphasizes that wellness is fundamentally about empowerment and personal responsibility. Rather than waiting for health issues to manifest, individuals are enc...