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Rooted in the Seasons
Rooted in the Seasons is a weekly podcast for anyone wanting to feel more balanced, calm, and connected, without overhauling their life.
Hosted by Katja Patel, yoga teacher, Ayurvedic guide, and mum, each episode offers simple ways to support your wellbeing through the seasons. You’ll hear practical tips from Ayurveda, real-life reflections, and small seasonal shifts that make a big difference.
If you’re juggling work, family, and the feeling that life moves too fast, this podcast will help you find steadiness in the middle of it all — with a little more rhythm, ease, and nourishment.
Episodes
19 episodes
6 Ayurvedic Tips to Feel Centred in the Shift to Autumn
Keywords Ayurveda, autumn, wellness, grounding, seasonal transition, mindfulness, rituals, health tips, digestion, nervous systemSummary In this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, Katja explores why the shift i...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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13:50
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Soothing Pitta — Natural Summer Skin Remedies
Episode Notes: SummarySummer heat can be tough on your skin — redness, rashes, or irritation often flare when Pitta dosha runs high. In this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, Katja Patel shares simple Ayurvedic ways ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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21:45
The Yoga of Work-Life Balance: Abhyasa and Vairagya in Real Life
DescriptionWhat if the secret to real work-life balance isn’t in better time management — but in two ancient yogic principles?In this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, we explore Abhyasa (steady effort) and Vair...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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12:44
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Beyond Exhaustion: How to Spot Burnout and Let Ayurveda Restore You
🎙️ Show NotesKeywords: Ayurveda, burnout, exhaustion, wellness, vitality, self-care, daily rituals, holistic health, stress management, mindfulness🌿 SummaryIn this episode, Katja Patel explores the often-overlook...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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18:07
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Mudras for Calm: No Mat Needed with Swami Saradananda
In this warm and insightful conversation, Katja Patel speaks with Swami Saradananda — a seasoned yoga teacher and author — about her remarkable journey into yoga, what it truly means to walk the path of a swami, and the often-overlooked power o...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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49:25
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Feel Like You're Always in Your Head? Here’s What Yoga Was Actually Meant to Do
Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in your head — overthinking, doubting, replaying old stories — and just wish you could feel calmer and clearer?In this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, Katja Patel unpacks what yoga is really ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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20:03
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5 Yoga & Ayurveda Practices to Stay Cool This Summer
SummaryIn this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, Katja Patel explores how to stay balanced and well during the hottest time of year using simple, practical tools from Ayurveda. From food choices and hydration to herbal su...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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17:43
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When Life Feels Too Much: A Breathing Practice That Actually Helps
🌿 Summary:In this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, Katja Patel shares why the breath is much more than just air — and how learning to breathe well can shift the way you feel. You’ll explore the deep connection between breath,...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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17:17
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It’s Not Just What You Do — It’s When You Do It: The Daily Rhythm That Shapes Your Health
Have you ever felt like you're doing all the “right” things — eating healthy, moving your body, trying to rest — but still end the day feeling tired, bloated, and off balance? You’re not alone. And you’re definitely not doing anything wrong.
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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13:40
Is yoga really just about postures? Or is there something more beneath the surface?
In this episode, Katja Patel explores the deeper purpose of yoga, weaving together ancient wisdom, modern research, and her journey of healing chronic back pain through the practice. If you've ever felt unsure about what yoga actually...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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21:28
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Struggling to Switch Off? These 5 Ayurvedic Tips Might Help
Why is it so hard to relax — even when the day is over? You’ve ticked off your to-do list, the house is quiet, and yet your mind is still racing. In this episode, we explore why relaxing isn’t just about willpower or mindset — it’s a physiologi...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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28:57
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The Secret Link Between Snacking and Stress
Why do we reach for snacks when we’re not truly hungry? In this episode, I explore the hidden emotional and physiological triggers behind snacking — from mental fatigue to skipped meals and nervous system overwhelm. Through the lens of Ayurveda...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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20:55
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Spring Pantry Makeover: clear clutter, reduce stress, eat seasonally
In this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, Katja Patel explores how a spring pantry makeover can do more than declutter your shelves — it can ease decision fatigue, reduce stress, and support your physical and mental wellbeing. Drawing ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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18:23
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Your Morning Blueprint: Start Strong, Stress Less, Feel Clear
How you start your day shapes everything that follows. In this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, I share a simple Ayurvedic morning blueprint to help you start strong, stress less, and feel clear—without adding more overwhelm to your b...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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11:59
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Why Meditation Matters More Than Ever (and How It Can Change Your Life)
In today’s world, stress has become a constant background noise — and many of us feel pulled in every direction. In this episode, we explore why meditation isn’t just a wellness trend or a spiritual extra, but an essential practice for finding ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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26:14
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The Balance of Life: Understanding Ayurveda
In this episode, we explore the beautiful foundations of Ayurveda—India’s ancient science of life and longevity. You’ll learn about the five elements that form the building blocks of nature, how they combine into the three doshas—Vata, P...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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18:05
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5 Inner Values to Ground and Guide Your Yoga Teaching
What makes a yoga teacher truly inspiring isn’t how long they can hold a headstand or how many certificates they’ve collected—it’s how they live what they teach. In this episode, we explore five inner values that form the foundation of grounded...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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18:55
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Surya Namaskar: Myth, Mantra, and Movement
Surya Namaskar is the sequence I come back to again and again. It’s simple, complete, and can be practised in five minutes or fifty—whatever your body and day need. This episode is a gentle dive into the meaning, myth, and breath beh...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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13:35
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Inside My 7-Day Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse
This episode takes you behind the scenes of my personal 7-day Ayurvedic spring cleanse. From the meals and herbal supports to the emotional and physical shifts, I walk you through each day of the journey—what I ate, how I felt, and how I stayed...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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19:21
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