Today we’d like to introduce you to Kristen Schneider.
Thanks for sharing your story with us Kristen. So, let’s start at the beginning and we can move on from there.
I was first introduced to eastern medicine while living in China. Shortly after college I moved to China to teach English. Dropped into a culture I had never known and a lifestyle worlds away from constant news, fast foods, and hustling traffic; I was living in a rural village. I didn’t watch television, eat processed food, or drive a car for a year. My digestive issues and anxiety disappeared. I felt healthier than I had in my entire life. That’s when I realized food and lifestyle really can be medicinal. That experience lead me down a path of actively seeking ways to improve my health and the health of others. I’ve since spent over a year studying yoga and meditation in India. I graduated from Ayurveda school, opened an Ayurvedic clinic in Orlando, and wrote a book called Your Life is Medicine: Ayurveda for Yogis, and created an organic line of products that empower women to bring preventative and curative ancient recipes into their kitchens and bathrooms. Wellblends most popular product is Golden Milk- a blend of turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg. It can be added to hot plant milk, such as almond milk and drank before bed. It reduces inflammation and stress and promotes ease and homeostasis. Ayurveda is the oldest form of holistic medicine. It’s built on the premises that self-knowledge and self-care lead to healing. My book, product line and clinical practice all strive to make this ancient wisdom science accessible to modern women!
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
My path has been very smooth, but not without hard work. The knowledge of Ayurveda clicked instantly for me, and my passion to teach and create practical tools so Ayurveda can help other women has never wavered. My greatest challenge has been taking something that might seem esoteric and reinventing it in ways that align with our modern lifestyle.
Alright – so let’s talk business. Tell us about Ayurveda Orlando – what should we know?
My business has four pieces: 1. Ayurveda Orlando is a holistic clinic where I meet with clients one on one. In this setting clients learn their Dosha, or constitution and how to personalize their food and lifestyle choices to help balance their mind-body constitution. I use herbs and hands on therapies to help accelerate their healing. 2. Wellblends is an organic line of self-care products, including teas, golden milk, a beauty mask, cooking spices and botanical oils. Customers can purchase these goodies in readymade bundles from www.wellblends.com. The idea behind wellblends was to bring Ayurveda into our kitchens in bathrooms with ease, flavor, and convenience. 3. My book Your Life is Medicine: Ayurveda for Yogis is basically a manual for holistic living. The book helps to strip away the complexities around a system of medicine that is thousands of years old and makes it approachable, inspiring and beneficial. The book includes a Dosha quiz, daily routine practices, and recipes! 4. Education is what excites me most! There’s a huge educational component to my clinical practice, products, and book; in addition I teach Ayurveda trainings at yoga studios around the world. I love watching eyes light up as students gain the tools they need to be proactive and empowered with their wellbeing!
Any shoutouts? Who else deserves credit in this story – who has played a meaningful role?
I’m inspired by so many people! Wayne Dyer, Dr. Lad, my teachers in Rishikesh, India and at Kripalu School of Ayurveda have helped shaped my path in extraordinary ways. I’m also incredibly grateful for my clients and students. I consistently learn the most from them!
Pricing:
- Ayurveda Orlando consultation $124
- Wellblends signature bundle $48
- Your Life is Medicine: Ayurveda for Yogis book $29.99
- Ayurveda workshops and trainings: usually $299
Contact Info:
- Address: Ayurveda Orlando
1804 N Mills Ave
Orlando FL 32803 - Website: www.wellblends.com, www.ayurveda-orlando.com
- Phone: 4074748073
- Email: contact@wellblends.com
- Instagram: _kristenschneider
- Facebook: Kristenschneider
Image Credit:
Kristen Schneider
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