A Message from Richard

I’ve spent my life studying healing. From the applied ecological design science of permaculture, whose primary goal is the healing of the earth, to the ancient vedic sciences of yoga, āyurveda and jyotisha (vedic astrology), which seek to heal the individual, I have used these wisdom traditions as my guiding light. Now I want to share the fruits of my years of study with you.

You see, I came to realize that the common thread in all of these systems is simple: You as an individual are filled with limitless potential and ability. The catch is that we are not in touch with this potential and thereby misuse it.

If you are aligned with your highest potential and living a life of divine purpose then health will be yours.

This health will then permeate every cell of your being. It will touch the hearts of those around you. If you are living a life contrary to your divine purpose and health - then you perpetuate suffering on various levels.

I submit to you that the lack of health and peace inside of us as well as in the environment is for no other reason than the lack of connection to our ancient wisdom traditions.

THE SOLUTION? CONNECT AGAIN.

This is really what the timeless systems of āyurveda, yoga, and jyotisha are offering us. Connection to who we are so that we ourselves may heal and experience more peace. Connection to nature so that we may heal and enrich the world, not destroy it. This is the subject of my life and work.

I would love to work with you to support you on your journey of health, peace, and vibrancy. I would love to help you connect.

Please reach out with any questions.

Yours in peace and health,
Richard

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Professional Bio

Richard is a NAMA-certified Doctor of Āyurveda. He is a graduate of the Āyurvedic Institute and has studied extensively under Dr. Vasant Lad in the US and India. He furthered his Ayurveda and Vedic philosophy studies under Dr. Ashwin Shastry of Arogya Niketana in Karnataka, India. Upon returning to the United States, Richard pursued advanced classical Ayurvedic studies in a clinical setting at the Arogya Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, under Kashyapa Fisher for an additional four years. Since 2018, he has been employed at the Ayurvedic Center of Vermont where he gives consultations, teaches, and gives treatments. Complimenting his extensive education in Āyurveda, Richard has been studying and teaching yoga for over 20 years and is an ERYT-500. He is an avid student of Sanskrit, Jyotisha (Vedic Astrology), and Vedic philosophy. After a chance meeting with Hart DeFouw he decided to study in that lineage, most prominently under Penny Farrow, with whom he still studies.

In addition to his studies in the Vedic sciences, Richard is a Reiki Master and is an avid practitioner of Aikido, the Japanese martial art. His passion for earth healing meets his devoted studies in physical, mental, and spiritual health as he was formerly a permaculture designer and educator and founded the nonprofit Orlando Permaculture in Orlando, Florida. Richard believes that by aligning with nature and the Divine we will find not only our own optimal health but also greater peace and balance in the world. He brings his comprehensive experiences and education into his consultations with his clients to empower them to find fulfillment, peace, and healing.

Workshops, Classes & Intensives

Richard regularly travels and teaches workshops and intensives as well as visits Āyurveda clients.
The workshops can be stand alone, may be offered as part of a yoga teacher training,
or may be offered in conjunction with Āyurveda consultations.

EXAMPLES OF COURSES INCLUDE:

Introduction to Ayurveda (3-hour class)

History of Yoga (2-hour class)

Yoga Sutras (2-hour class)

Ayurvedic Yoga Intensive (4 - 2-hour classes)

Prāna and Dharma - A Weekend Intensive (4 3-hour classes)
- one class each on -
Ayurveda, Pranayama (yogic breathing exercises), Vedic Astrology, & Ayurvedic Yoga

Ayurveda and Women’s Health (2-hour class)

Pranayama / Yogic Breathing Exercises (3-hour class)

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