51. The Art of Wintering with Jess Dunegan
Are you craving a slower, more intentional pace as the seasons change? Discover how tuning into the rhythms of nature can transform your well-being, mindset, and daily habits. Join me and special guest Jess Dunegan, an Ayurvedic nutritionist, yoga teacher, and co-owner of Yoga State as we explore the art of seasonal living, practical ways to embrace slowness, and how to make winter a restorative, nourishing time.
Highlights
- The meaning and origins of seasonal living
- How our ancestors lived in tune with nature—and what we can learn from them
- Modern challenges to living seasonally (and how to overcome them)
- Simple nutrition shifts for each season
- Recognizing your body’s signals for a seasonal reset
- Practical self-care rituals rooted in Ayurveda
- Reframing winter as a time for restoration, not just survival
- Tips for embracing slowness and presence in a fast-paced world
- How to work with Jess for deeper support and community
Chapters
00:28 – Introduction to Seasonal Living
01:00 – Meet Jess Dunegan
02:15 – Ancestors and Seasonal Living
04:23 – Modern Challenges of Seasonal Living
05:10 – Demystifying Seasonal Living
06:22 – Seasonal Nutrition
08:21 – Energy and Mood in Different Seasons
11:31 – Practices for Embracing Slowness
12:01 – Introduction to Ayurveda
16:11 – Winter Practices and Self-Care
18:09 – Mental and Emotional Benefits of Winter
19:34 – Physical Activities for Winter
21:35 – Signs Your Body Needs a Seasonal Shift
24:36 – Conclusion and How to Work with Jess
Resources Mentioned
- The Wellness Kula – Jess’s website for Flow and Flourish program, retreats, and workshops
- Yoga State KS on Facebook – Jess’s yoga studio
- Yoga State KS on Instagram – Connect for classes and updates
- Wintering by Katherine May – Book recommendation for reframing winter as a restorative season (Book Link)
- PDF Guide to Self-Massage (Abhyanga)
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