Wisdom of the Body

Wellness expert and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores the idea that Ayurveda—far from being just a traditional health system—is actually a powerful tool for ushering in the next evolution of human consciousness. Broadcasting from the heart of the tech-saturated San Francisco Bay Area, Heather reflects on the concept of superconsciousness and why we may need inner technologies more tha...

Wellness expert and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores the complex relationship between cannabis, fertility, and longevity. Drawing from both modern science and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, Heather discusses how THC can disrupt reproductive hormones, alter sperm and conception, and potentially impact the health of future generations. She explains how cannabis affects vital essence (ojas),...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews Jill Pepper, CEO of Ozer Health, for a thought-provoking conversation about how the U.S. health insurance system really works—from the inside out. Together, they explore why so many Americans feel frustrated or failed by Western medicine, the critical gaps in the system, and why Eastern and natural medicines like Ayurveda often sit on the outski...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych explores the pervasive influence of the negativity bias - the psychological tendency to focus more on what's wrong than what's right - and how it can disrupt our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Drawing from both spiritual and Ayurvedic wisdom, she unpacks how this mental habit creates emotional and physical impacts and blocks the subtle chan...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych speaks with health innovator James Maskell about one of today's most pressing health concerns: cognitive decline. James shares his personal story of helping his father recover from severe memory loss due to mold exposure and explains why the current medical model is failing to address conditions like Alzheimer's effectively. The conversation explores the e...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych explores what it really means to address the root cause of illness – beyond symptoms and surface-level fixes. She shares two compelling case studies: a nurse with a Pitta imbalance and thyroid issues from shift work, and a high-performing executive who thought he had a gluten intolerance, but actually had weakened digestion from overusing supplement drinks...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews Dr. Kela Smith, a holistic-integrative fertility and hormone expert, to explore how to decode and optimize hormones for enhanced fertility and treating infertility. As the founder of The Hormone Puzzle Society and a double board-certified Doctor of Natural and Humanitarian Medicine, Dr. Kela shares insights from over 25 years of experience helpi...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych speaks with Reema Datta — yogini, singer, and author of The Yogi's Way: Transform Your Mind, Health, and Reality. Reema shares how her early exposure to yoga and Ayurveda from her Indian family shaped her path, from working at the United Nations to becoming a globally respected teacher of ancient yogic wisdom. Heather and Reema explore the powerful influen...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych explores the Ayurvedic principles behind adjusting our clothing, food, and even the colors we wear as the seasons change. Heather emphasizes the importance of aligning our daily habits with nature's cycles, suggesting that these changes help maintain balance and wellbeing. She explains that there is a deeper reason for altering what we eat and wear, as the...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews Nina Schuyler, acclaimed author of the short story collection In This Ravishing World. Nina discusses her exploration of nature's voice in her latest work, delving into the idea of moving beyond a human-centric world to one where humans coexist with other-than-human beings. Nina reflects on the challenges and beauty of giving nature a more nuanc...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews renowned yoga teacher Peter Walters for an insightful and candid conversation. They dive into the importance of social connection in yoga, with Peter emphasizing the value of encouraging conversation in classes to foster a sense of community. They reflect on the vibrant yoga scene in San Francisco during the 2010s and the profound impact of Pete...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych discusses the impact that emotions have on the body, and the risk of doing nothing about it. She discusses how not to let negative emotions hold you back, and what people do to make a major shift when they've been holding onto harmful emotions for too long. She shares a client story about Sarah, who was struggling with anger and burning sensations. Heather...

Heather Grzych interviews author Becca Powers about how to live up to your full potential and rock your radiance. Becca shares the real reasons behind burnout and gives practical lifestyle and mindset strategies for recovering from it. She also gives very practical tips for getting at the root cause of your own burnout.   Heather Grzych, AD is an American author and expert in Ayurvedic medicine wh...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych gets creative by imagining what ashwagandha would be like if it were a person. With a grounding and powerful presence, ashwagandha would exude warmth and strength without being flashy—like someone who helps you build resilience, both physically and emotionally. Heather explores how this ancient herb, known for its stress-relieving and balancing properties,...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews Happy Ali, author of The Intuition Bible, about the art of connecting with your intuition. Ali shares practical tools for tuning into your body's subtle signals, helping listeners recognize when they are receiving intuitive guidance rather than being influenced by fear, ego, or conditioning. They dive into the importance of cultivating a deep se...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych covers how to stay healthy in the winter season - mentally, physically and emotionally. She discusses how to balance your energy and mood and avoid getting affected so much by the seasonal change. This is especially helpful for anyone who might be interested in seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Learn a couple tips and tricks from Ayurveda to keep your ski...

Wellness expert Heather Grzych interviews Rachel Kaplan, a licensed psychotherapist, TEDx speaker, and author of Feel, Heal & Let That Sh*t Go, about emotional resilience, personal growth, and the complexities of healing. Kaplan delves into her unique approach to processing emotions, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and embracing all feelings rather than avoiding them. She explains the co...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych covers how women leaders can be themselves in leadership positions, avoid being called a bitch, and just feel good in their roles. She discusses why it's important to lead from a state of balance. She explains how knowing your prakruti, your true nature, will help you understand your authentic leadership style and be a compassionate, strong, effective lead...

Wellness expert Heather Grzych interviews acclaimed author Katya Cengel about her own experience of being treated in a psychosomatic ward as a 10-year old child with a serious eating disorder. Katya shares her deeply touching personal story, which she wrote about in her memoir, Straightjackets and Lunch Money, along with what she learned from clinical experts about the unique ways that psychosomat...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych covers some of the most important things that should be considered about herbs through an Ayurveda lens. She introduces nine different features of herbs that are studied in Ayurveda, and explains why generic terms like "women's formula", "digestive formula" or "mind support" can be misleading to those who haven't studied herbal medicines. She also discusse...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews Master Certified Nutrition Coach and Ayurvedic Health Counselor Sarah Teeple about setting healthy habits with food and supplements. They cover common misconceptions about nutrition, and how to transcend toxic diet culture with Ayurveda and functional medicine. They also discuss why so many doctors can't help people with metabolic or other chron...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych covers some of the questions people ask about nature, nurture and improving health. She describes how people are held back by certain qualities of the mind that are programmed both mentally and physically. She covers the three qualities of the mind: sattva, rajas and tamas.  Heather Grzych, AD is an American author and expert in Ayurvedic medicine who was...

Wellness expert Heather Grzych interviews fellow author and Mission Fellow of Athletics Mary Volmer about the role of spirituality and religion in sports and the role of sports and religion in spirituality. They discuss what artists and athletes have in common with each other, and even have a quick chat about Joe Mazzulla, the head coach of the 2024 championship Boston Celtics team, and how other...

Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych covers some of the questions people ask about holistic and natural interventions when someone is experiencing work-related toxicity from their job. Whether it's rude coworkers, unreasonable email demands or sitting down all day, we often feel that our job is affecting our health in a negative way. You'll learn what you can do about it, whether you want to...

Wellness expert Heather Grzych interviews fellow author Yael Goldstein-Love about maternal mental health and sometimes confusing nature of reality during the altered state of new motherhood and the postpartum period. They discuss some of the trippy things that can happen and how individuals make sense of it through writing, therapy and other alternative support. They also address how attachment st...