When what you used to do to take care of yourself isn't working anymore, and you're dealing with lots of body issues, it can feel like everything's falling apart, and you're no longer in control of how you feel. Often this looks like a lot of little things going wrong, without a clear sense of why or what to do to find relief. This might look like,
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Common digestive issues flaring like, gas and bloating, constipation, GERD, IBS and slow, sluggish digestion.
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Increased moodiness: more anxiety, fear, irritability, feeling stuck and dissatisfied.
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Metabolic changes: weight creeping up, sugar and carb cravings, low energy, trouble sleeping, lack of motivation.
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Shifts in moon cycle: painful periods, flooding, scanty periods, no cycles, low libido.
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Shifts in identity: feeling like what you're up to day to day is no longer a fit for who you are now. Feeling like something needs to change, but not sure what's next or how to find out.
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Shifts in important relationships: kids getting older, intimate relationships changing, work changes.
This is all the territory of the mid-life transition--and it impacts on every level of our being. Now, it's no longer optional to skip out on the self-care you need. When your foundational habits aren't in place, symptoms arise and escalate quickly. It can feel overwhelming. It's hard to navigate a new life stage when you're feeling crummy.
I'm a long time yogini and Āyurveda practitioner who supports women through mid life (peri and post menopause). I've seen lots of women navigate this terrain and come out feeling better than they have for a long time (or ever) when they learn and live the principles of Āyurveda. You, too can support your body through this transition, and drop into a deeper relationship with Self, empowered with the tools you need to live in alignment with your body-mind-spirit organism and feel good!
And its been my personal experience too, 5 years post menopause as a version 6.0, I'm moving through this lifestage naturally, and you can too. Even if you're are taking, or decide to take hormone therapy, Āyurveda works alongside that, offering the diet and lifestyle practices to support your bodymindspirit organism's rebalance. And it all feels really good!
Ayurveda is the "Science of Life"
It's a complete medical system that originated in India and has been evolving for 2500 years. It's holistic and natural approach to living in harmony with Nature's rhythms and your own unique organism has supported women for centuries.
Āyurveda recognizes the uniqueness of each individual, and its treatments are tailored to you. Grounded in Natural law, Āyurveda offers the diet and lifestyle medicine we need to create the conditions for good health to take root. Its protocols and practices feel good because they're aligned with your own unique nature. Many of Āyurveda's core principles have borne out by scientific research on longevity and circadian medicine.
You're invited...
to join me and an intimate group of other women, for an 11 week to learn the art of living in alignment with your unique bodytype. Reap the rewards in greater mental clarity, increased energy and more ease of being now and going forward. Through learning to align with nature's rhythms, and your own unique constitution, you can bring an end to unwanted symptoms, and create the conditions for good health to take root now and into the future, naturally.
In Living Āyurveda you'll--
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Learn about your unique constitution and how to care for it.
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Learn how, when and what to eat for your digestive type and life stage.
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Learn about seasonal transitions, and how to adapt to keep immunity strong (i.e., fewer colds and allergy symptoms).
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Create or refine a breath body practice to support healthy circulation, joint mobility and stability.
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Reignite mental clarity, calm and focus and a vision for your life at this juncture.
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Learn simple sense organ self-care and nervous system regulation, important keys to mental balance and happiness.
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Create or refine a meditation practice to stay connected to your deeper Self.
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Access deeper body wisdom and intuition.
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Connect with other wonderful women who share your interest in holistic healing and are ready and open to learning and growing together.
Enrolling for May, 2025
Join us and step into deeper health and vitality
"Studying with Shannon has demystified seasonal maladies I experience, some lifelong and others that arose during menopausal changes. I’ve learned ways to read what my body and emotions are signaling to me, and how to provide optimally for myself. I feel more centered and kind with myself, which is a deeply helpful place to approach my goals from. Living Ayurveda is a truly heartening community to learn with and from. It has been a real balm in this time. I always enjoy our group gatherings, online and in person.
I have to tell you that I recently visited my parents and brothers. I usually come unraveled during these visits, but this time, though I felt challenged, I was able to maintain my center, and see them with genuine love. The skills around boundaries and self-kindness I’ve been learning in our group made this possible. I’m so thankful ❤️ I didn’t think it was possible in this lifetime."
JH, 53. -2021 Living Ayurveda Member
Living Āyurveda Includes:
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Monthly 75 - 90 minute livestream classes, all recorded in case you can't be there live. We'll meet 2 or 3 times a month through the summer. We'll learn and practice together in real time.
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A private online community to stay connected between live sessions.
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Weekly reading to reinforce what we're learning in class. Approximately 1 hour a week to read and clarify the actions you will take that week.
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A 1 - 1 with Shannon to determine your bodytype and present state of imbalance. (Mentorship students will have a full Ayurvedic assessment and a monthly 1 - 1 session with Shannon)
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Access to course materials, class recordings and a private online community forum 24/7.
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A "course buddy," optional, but recommended, to give and receive support and accountability.
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The option to "add on" 1 - 1 time with Shannon, weekly live-stream yoga classes or a seasonal digestive reset at special member rates.
What Past Members Say:
"I am grateful to Shannon for creating the Living Ayurveda community. The rich and deep learning offered me the opportunity to reframe, rethink and build a whole health way of life. For me, this sort of change is an iterative process. I needed to experiment and revise and try again. With Shannon’s guidance, our small group supported, learned and listened with each other.The coursework as well as developing trusting relationships made space for me to expand my confidence and agency to transform my daily practices for a whole-hearted healthy life."
–L. O., 61, Seattle, Living Ayurveda Member 2020 and '21
2019 and '20 Member
“Shannon is inspirational and deeply committed to sharing her experience in ways that are useful to each participant. She is a deep listener, curious and deeply committed to being in the service of each of us. She is resilient and this is more important now than ever. The overall experience is nuanced and yet experimental. I love that aspect of working with Shannon.”
– L.O., 61
2019 and '20 Member
I"I loved all the exploration that was spurred on by other members’ struggles and successes that I resonated with and also those which expanded my perspective and aroused compassion…all from the space Shannon maintained. Through it all Shannon is very professional and always the leader, maintaining enough distance to maintain our respective roles and things are always clear and straight forward with no blur or uncertainty. As the yoga and meditation aspect, that could be another essay–it’s clearly her gift and calling to share and engage others through these practices. They are varied, grounded in self-love always, and when are deeply received, exquisite.”
– LA, 46
2020 and '21 Member
“I wanted to send an email to you to let you know how this program has changed my life. I think of the world very differently in general now, not just my body but everything beyond me too. I’m not getting everything right but I am more aware than I have ever been about the choices I make. Thank you for your guidance and teaching. I’m moving toward the goals on my “What and why” list and enjoying the progress that I can already see. I also notice that I bring something different to those around me. My energy is changing and it’s so exciting and satisfying to experience these changes.”
– RT, 62, Seattle
Tuition for Living Āyurveda
Tiered pricing, pick your category, with two study options:
Group Program only (first row) or Group Program + 1 - 1 Mentorship
Living Āyurveda
I have more than enough and can offset the costs of those who request financial assistance.
$375/month for 4 mos
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A single payment of $1500
Living Āyurveda
+ Mentorship
I have more than enough and can help offset the costs of those who don't.
$474/month for 4 mos
or
A single payment of $1896
Living Āyurveda
I have enough to cover my basic needs and this monthly payment.
$276/month for 4 mos
or
A single payment of $1104
Living Āyurveda
+ Mentorship
I have enough to cover my monthly needs and Living Āyurveda tuition, too.
$375/month for 4 mos
or
A single payment of $1500
Living Āyurveda
I am un or under-employed. Tuition for Living Ãyurveda will be a stretch for me, and support with the monthly payment will allow me to join in!
$177/month for 4 mos.
or
A single payment of $ 708
Living Āyurveda
+ Mentorship
I am un or under-employed. Participating in Living Ãyurveda + Mentorship will be a stretch for me. Support with the monthly payment will allow me to join in.
$276/month for 4 mos.
or
A single payment of $ 1104
Pay in Full Bonus
Payment in full is always appreciated. I am happy to offer a complimentary pass to a seasonal digestive reset to those who can do so.
Reach out HERE to make a single payment.
2021 Member
“I was initially ambivalent about committing the time/energy/resources to care for my health. At the same time, my body and soul knew I needed supportive practices, especially now at the transition into menopause.Shannon has curated a program that is full of rich material and experiences, in Ayurveda, yoga, personal development, psychology, communication, creative arts, and love of the natural world. She has created a dynamic community of people seeking health and healing, which serves as a circle for personal and collective growth. Living Ayurveda is providing me with the structure and support to create a daily routine that is designed for me. I'm learning how to lean toward the practices that support optimal health, so that I can be more present with Life. I recommend Living Ayurveda to those longing for deeper health, connection with Self, and greater balance with the natural world.”
– KM, 51, Seattle,
2020 and '21 Member
“I have always been fascinated with the science of the body and natural self-care, using food as medicine. When Shannon started talking about her Ayurveda training, it sounded like a great way to learn about how my body functions and what signals it is sending me. I was surprised how personal the journey is, with detailed guidelines that are specific to each person. I had a lot of questions and being part of a community was more than I could get from a self-help book. With Shannon’s help, I was able to fine tune my self-care routine just for me! One year later I am feeling lighter, clearer, and have a much better awareness of what my body is telling me works and what does not. I am much more sensitive to the subtle signals my body give me. I can now support the systems that allow me to have the best life possible. “
– R. T., 61, Seattle 2021
Living Āyurveda Add On's
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Seasonal Yoga Class Pass: 3 months of weekly live-stream yoga classes and a library of class recordings. $108 (regular $275)
- Seasonal Digestive Reset: Each Fall and Spring, $108 (regular $176 - $276)
- Ayurvedic Assessment and recommendations (a 90 min appt. + 30 min follow up) $216 (regular $296)
- 60 minute 1 - 1 with Shannon: $108 (regular $135)
I'm Shannon McCall
Board Certified Ayurveda Practitioner (NAMA)
Yoga and Meditation Teacher (E-RYT, 500)
Certified Health Coach
Āyurveda and Yoga Mentor to Women
