Nourishing with the Seasons

A Mini Retreat for Women’s Nourishment, Relaxation & Renewal

October 25 | 10 AM – 3 PM

As the seasons change, nature invites us to slow down, turn inward, and nourish ourselves in deeper ways.

This intimate mini retreat offers women an opportunity to pause from the busyness of everyday life and reconnect with the body, the senses, and the wisdom of the season.

Through relaxation, energy work, a soothing foot bath, mindful eating, and a nourishing Ayurvedic meal, we will create space to rest, receive, and restore.

You will leave with simple practices, Ayurvedic insights, and inspiration to bring more nourishment and seasonal awareness into your everyday life.

🌹 Arrival & Welcome

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed with a rose-infused hand wash ritual with Kiki, followed by a warm, nourishing Ayurvedic drink prepared by Aggeliki.

A gentle beginning to help you arrive, settle in, and transition from the outside world into the retreat experience.

🌿 Foot Bath & Energy Renewal with Kiki

Enjoy a soothing lemon foot bath followed by a restorative experience guided by Kiki.

Through her work as an energy healer and bodyworker, Kiki will invite you to slow down, release tension, and reconnect with your body and energy.

This will be a time to relax, receive, and simply be.

The group will alternate between those who are receiving treatments and those who are on a gentle exploration of inner and outer landscapes. You are welcome to bring warm clothing and explore nature here in the forest and on the grounds of Harmony River Sanctuary or to follow your own inner landscape through writing or art. There will be gentle prompts on offer to allow your time to be gently held inside or out, towards what really nourishes you, or to choose total freedom in your expression. There will be watercolours and paper, coloured pencils and crayons, writing pens and paper, and whatever other items you are inspired to bring to help you reflect.

🍂 Seasonal Nourishment & Mindful Eating with Aggeliki

Before our meal, Aggeliki will introduce the seasonal Ayurvedic menu, sharing the wisdom behind the ingredients, spices, and cooking methods chosen for this time of year.

She will then guide a short mindful eating practice, inviting you to experience the meal through your senses and bring greater awareness to the way you eat.

You may choose to enjoy your meal in quiet, contemplative silence or in the warmth of communal conversation.

🍵 Gathering, Tea & Integration

After the meal, we will gather together over a warm digestive and balancing Ayurvedic tea.

We’ll reflect on the day, share experiences, and offer practical tips for bringing some of these nourishing practices into everyday life.

Kiki and Aggeliki will share simple ways to continue cultivating rest, nourishment, seasonal balance, and self-care at home.

A Seasonal Ayurvedic Meal

Aggeliki is designing a seasonal Ayurvedic menu inspired by local foods, the transition into late fall, and women’s well-being.

As we enter Vata season, Ayurveda traditionally emphasizes foods that are warm, moist, nourishing, grounding, and easy to digest. This menu is designed to bring these qualities to the table while supporting healthy digestion, immunity, and the cultivation of Ojas—the essence associated with vitality, strength, and resilience.

Before the meal, Aggeliki will share the Ayurvedic wisdom behind each recipe, explaining why certain ingredients, spices, cooking methods, and food combinations are especially supportive during this season. Participants will also receive the recipes to recreate these nourishing dishes at home.

🌿 Welcoming Seasonal Drink

Calming Date Milk Chai

A sweet, nourishing Ayurvedic preparation traditionally enjoyed as a replenishing and restorative drink.

Dates are considered in Ayurveda to be naturally nourishing, strengthening, and supportive of Ojas. This caffeine-free chai combines fresh almond milk, dates, and freshly ground warming spices to create a comforting drink that can be enjoyed throughout the day and especially in the evening.

The nourishing quality of almond milk beautifully balances the warming and pungent qualities of the spices. The combination creates a satisfying drink that can be especially lovely when we are craving something naturally sweet.

🍂 Seasonal Ayurvedic Meal

Braised Root Vegetables & Basmati Rice

A deeply grounding seasonal dish featuring root vegetables and yams, cooked slowly with ghee, digestive spices, and fresh herbs.

Root vegetables naturally grow beneath the earth and are traditionally associated with grounding and stability—qualities especially welcome during Vata season. Their soft, warm, and moist preparation makes them easier to digest and more balancing than eating them raw or dry.

Combined with nourishing ghee, basmati rice, warming spices, and fresh herbs, this dish offers a comforting balance of sweet, earthy, and savory flavors, while providing satisfying nourishment for the body during the colder months.

Cilantro Chutney

A vibrant, fresh condiment made with cilantro, mint, parsley, good-quality fats, and digestive spices.

Fresh herbs bring brightness and freshness to a grounding seasonal meal, while the combination of herbs, spices, and healthy fats creates a flavorful accompaniment that can be enjoyed with grains, soups, cooked vegetables, and dals.

Chutney is also a delicious way to incorporate a generous amount of fresh herbs into the meal rather than using them only as a garnish.

Mung Dal Soup with Greens, Sesame & Fresh Herbs

A nourishing, comforting, and easy-to-digest dish bringing together plant-based protein, mineral-rich greens, sesame, fresh herbs, and digestive spices.

Mung dal is traditionally valued in Ayurveda as one of the lighter and more digestible legumes. Prepared as a warm soup with seasonal greens and nourishing sesame, it becomes a satisfying and restorative part of the meal—providing nourishment without feeling overly heavy.

Women's Balance Tea

A fragrant Ayurvedic herbal infusion created to accompany the meal and support digestion, circulation, calm, and overall nourishment.

This warming blend combines aromatic culinary spices with rose and shatavari. Coriander, cardamom, and fennel are traditionally used to support comfortable digestion, while rose brings a gentle, soothing quality and shatavari is traditionally valued in Ayurveda as a nourishing herb for women.

A beautiful way to close the meal with warmth, calm, and a sense of nourishment.

📅 Sunday, October 25, 2026
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Lyndeborough, New Hampshire

An Intimate Gathering — Limited to 6 Guests

This is a small, intimate gathering with space for a maximum of 6 people, allowing us to create a relaxed and personal experience together.

Investment: $225 per person

Full payment is due by October 15. Your payment helps us prepare thoughtfully for the gathering, including securing the space, sourcing ingredients, planning the menu, and purchasing groceries.

Because this is a very small gathering and we will be preparing everything specifically for our group, payments are non-refundable.

If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your registration to a friend or family member, or transfer it toward a future event.

To Register

Please email either:

Kiki: kirstenleighrose@gmail.com
Aggeliki: aggeliki.ayurveda@gmail.com

If you have any questions or need any support with registration or the event, please feel free to reach out. We’re happy to help in any way we can. 🌿

Ayurveda and the Mind

What if I told you that the main purpose of both Yoga and Ayurveda is for the mind? The various practices derived from these two sciences serve as a pathway to reconnect us with our true selves. Often, it is our mind that obstructs this journey, causing us to become preoccupied with specific yoga routines and dietary trends. Through the wisdom of Vedic scriptures, we learn that we carry our minds with us from lifetime to lifetime, influenced by our ancestors and familial karmic bonds. We will explore how to incorporate yogic and Ayurvedic practices to help us remember who we truly are. Additionally, we will discuss the three Doshas of the body—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—and their impact on the mind. We will also delve into the “Three Maha Gunas,” which are essentially the Doshas of the mind: Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas.

We will explore the following topics:

• The power of mantras in purifying the mind

• The impact of our diet and digestion on mental health

• Ayurvedic herbs and spices that promote mental well-being

• Seasonal Ayurvedic practices for achieving balance in both mind and body

Ayurveda for Atheltic Performance

Regardless of whether you’re a professional athlete or simply someone who loves to stay active, embracing the ancient practices of yoga and Ayurveda can significantly enhance your physical and mental performance. By incorporating these time-tested techniques into your routine, you’ll promote lasting health for both your body and mind, ensuring vitality for many years ahead.

Join us as we explore vital topics that can transform your health and well-being:

• The potential impact of modern dietary trends for athletes on the development of chronic diseases. 

• An overview of the seven bodily tissues in Ayurveda, along with the foods and sensory care practices that help build strength and immunity, referred to as “Ojas.”

• The Ayurvedic approach to protein intake according to your constitution, stage of life and digestive health

• Understand the importance of optimal digestion and identify the foods that can create blockages in your system

•  Learn about food incompatibilities and how avoiding them can significantly improve your health.

•  Embrace seasonal Ayurvedic practices designed to help you achieve balance in both your mind and body. 

Ayurveda for Osteoporosis 
Ayurveda presents a compelling and holistic approach to Osteoporosis by targeting the root causes of imbalance. It offers tailored remedies that align with your stage of life and current health considerations. As a preventive medicine, Ayurveda not only promotes proactive care but also effectively restores the health of your bone tissue through tailored diets and lifestyle adjustments. 

In Ayurveda, bone tissue is classified as one of the seven body tissues, known as "Asthi Dhatu," which is associated with the airy qualities of Vata Dosha. 

In this context, we will explore practices that: 

• Balance Vata constitution to support healthy bone tissue. 

• Identify foods that can aggravate Vata Dosha, as well as those foods and herbs that benefit it. 

• Understand how perimenopause and menopause can impact bone health.

• Introduce sense care practices tailored to your unique constitution.

• Incorporate seasonal Ayurvedic practices aimed at achieving harmony in both mind and body.