Ayurveda 101 with Brett Aldrich

To become a client visit catiaholm.com or text/call 956-249-7930.We explore a warm, accessible path into Ayurveda with counselor and breathwork practitioner Brett Aldrich, moving from big ideas to daily choices that soothe the nervous system. Practical tools, a simple breath exercise, and a gentle rethink of routine help us feel more like ourselves.• what Ayurveda is and why it matters• the five elements and choosing opposites for balance• doshas explained and how to notice your mix• differences from western symptom focus• the 50 percent training rule to prevent burnout• daily rhythms mapped to the dosha clock• a simple box breathing practice for calm• self-awareness, acceptance, and loving action• first steps to reconnect with body and wisdom• where to learn more from Brett and free consultsShow Guest:Brett Aldrich is an Ayurvedic Counselor, Breathwork Practitioner, and founder of Seed the Spirit in Portland, Maine, whose work blends decades of service with deep holistic training. Her career has taken her from supporting survivors of trauma and children with developmental needs to guiding others in Ayurveda, breathwork, and yoga. A graduate of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda and affiliated with the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance, Brett helps people create lasting physical, emotional, and spiritual balance and transformation through simple, sustainable practices.You can connect with Brett at her website. Seed the Spirit.Support the showCouch Time with Cat isn’t therapy—it’s real conversation designed to support your journey alongside any personal or professional help you're receiving. If you're in emotional crisis or need immediate support, please get in touch with a professional or reach out to a 24/7 helpline like:US: 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)UK: Samaritans at 116 123Australia: Lifeline at 13 11 14Or find local resources through findahelpline.comYou’re not alone. Let’s take this one honest conversation at a time.Follow the show and share it with someone who’s ready for healing, hope, and a more empowered way forward.Show hosted by: Catia Hernandez Holm, LMFT-A Supervised by Susan Gonzales, LMFT-S, LPC-SYou can connect with Catia at couchtimewithcat.com and To become a client visit- catiaholm.com