Heart of
Wellness:
The Practice

When I started the Heart of Wellness protocol, I was turned off by the simplicity. As I began the lifestyle I realized that was the beauty of it. Proteins, fats, carbs, calories – everything I thought I knew about nutrition all went out the window. I knew nothing and I could only surrender. It felt so amazing to have my secret burden lifted from me. My whole life has been about what not to eat. Finally, this is what I am to eat. I’ve found stillness. Cravings have stopped. I feel nourished. I haven’t had any gastrointestinal problems for the last few months. There is so much energy available for living my life.

I have been on the Heart of Wellness protocol now for about a year and have never felt better. I’m 68 and feel like a teenager! My body is slimmer and I feel stronger, with more stamina and energy. This is not a diet. It’s a change in lifestyle and how you live. Dr. Chinnaiyan shares her inspiring wisdom with us that not only includes information about how to bring your body into optimal health, but also what to do to clear your mind and open your heart through meditation offerings, and by decluttering what no longer serves you in all areas of your life. If you’re looking for a holistic protocol that will change your life on the physical, mental and spiritual levels, I highly recommend the Heart of Wellness.

I’m still reading this book, but so far Dr Kavitha’s work is simply amazing. I had been doing yoga for several years and recently added meditation. I noticed the body improved but I still had my down days. I noticed some days were great, and others were filled with fatigue and aches. I never followed any diets, assuming that they always failed and usually did more damage than good. Plus, I thought I ate healthily: fruits, salads, light lunches etc. I didn’t realize diet and also the body’s rhythms were such an integral part of neurohormonal wellness. I’ve been following their approach for about 7 weeks now. It is not easy and initially is quite drastic on the mind and body. So far I noticed my body shedding excess weight, strong bones and glowing skin. Many of the blemishes on my skin have also healed and the mind feels clearer and more alert. It somehow declutters the mind as well. Overall there is a tremendous sense of well being. This book taps into the ancient wisdom prescribed by our seers, and with Dr. Kavitha’s western medicine background, you get the best of both worlds. This is a lifestyle choice so it is a path for the long haul and not a quick fix diet. This book is a real treasure trove. I feel lucky to have found it.

Before I bought this book I had been trying different methods to bring more balance and simplicity into my life but nothing seemed to have a lasting impact. Ever since I began to incrementally apply the principles of the Heart of Wellness program eight months ago, I continue to be astounded by the depth of transformation this practical, no-nonsense approach is having in all areas of my life. Since then, this book has become my go-to guide and is never far from my side. I have found that by applying the principles of this holistic approach with diligence and the right intention, I started to experience increasing levels of balance and clarity that continue to grow and expand. It feels quite wonderful to be immersed in this ongoing journey of discovery.

I have dramatically benefited from this book, not only on a physical level but also on a mental, emotional and spiritual level. Dr. Kavitha is a phenomenal source of wisdom and has a gift to be able to translate complex themes in easily understandable, clear and applicable ways. I highly recommend this for anyone that seeks health. Do not be fooled by the simplicity of this approach, I have been challenged more than I could ever have imagined, but the amount of clarity and spaciousness I have gained is priceless.

The bad headaches I used to experience are gone. My skin used to be inflamed but it glows now. I sleep well, and my energy is stable throughout the day.

Of all the courses I have ever taken, this is the bedrock course that teaches how to live in the world with wisdom. For many decades, I have tried to self-impose different disciplines by sheer will-power and an attitude of ‘I should’. Repeated attempts to do so have been short-lived, always ending in failure – until now. By understanding the importance of circadian cycles of sleep/wake patterns, diet, formal meditation times, as well as decluttering of mind, space, and time, I was able to progress through the program with equanimity, and establish myself in the longevity of practice. Deep gratitude for Kavithaji and Sumitji, for their wisdom and clarity of expression, and for their frequent reminders that what they offer is an invitation to explore and personally discover our inherent true identity. I am grateful for a well-structured course and for experienced and wise senior student mentors. The transformational impact of this program has made me feel like I was reborn. Consciously setting up an intention throughout the Heart of Wellness course helped me to bring conflicting parts of myself into greater wholeness and to come to be of greater service in the world around me.

I was gently guided into the lifestyle and was able to make consistent changes in 3 months that I wouldn’t have been able to do on my own. The program was laid out in actionable steps.

My life has changed in both obvious and subtle ways, from the outside in, bringing more lightness to my body and mind. I have developed a healthy relationship with food that has regularized my digestion. I have lost several pounds and I feel more energy and less physical fatigue. I have recognized patterns established over a lifetime and learned in practice that it is possible to change them. I have begun to dismantle unhelpful patterns, thoughts, behaviors, habits and beliefs that do not serve my purpose in my journey of self-discovery. In general, I live my days in a calmer and less anxious mood than before I started the program. This work has brought space and order within me. I have improved my ability to focus on what I am doing and completing tasks before moving on to something else. I have experienced acceptance and spiritual growth, which was my intention for this course. Having a set schedule with 6 classes in 3 months stimulated me to keep going. The daily sharing and reading the shares of other participants in the accountability group kept my attention high and allowed me to unveil unconscious mechanisms that I might not have recognized otherwise. I felt supported and not alone. The facilitators offered great support by offering the right questions, encouragement and answers to doubts or needs for clarification, with loving presence. I found the guides, handouts, and prompts to be very helpful. Thank you for the precious generosity of who made available these teachings of such transformative value that concretely impacted my life. Thank you for building a program so effective that it is more than a course, but a real journey.

I really appreciated the mentorship and community. My digestive problems have improved, emotional fluctuations are more steady, I’m sleeping better, and I definitely have more energy overall. Spiritually, I’m establishing a more steady practice and finding more reverence throughout my day.

The HOW course has provided me with a guideline on simplifying my life. The lessons I take with me give me a solid framework moving forward on how to create balance in many aspects. I have lost weight, and I have also lost the overwhelming desire and craving I had for different foods. Mentally, I feel more clear about my overall view on things as a result of asking myself very simple and practical questions throughout my day. I feel more at peace and comfortable with where I am rather than constantly striving for something different. I appreciated the timeframe set for this course. It will take me some time to fully integrate but I have an understanding of the process and I’m walking away with a pleasant experience.

It was a truly amazing program. I had already been on this lifestyle for quite some time prior to this, but I found the prompts really helped deepen my relationship with it and added further refinements. I loved all the additional content, the rich prompts, and the community that wove itself around these incredible teachings. Thank you so much for your generosity and insight! I learned from each participant, from the amazing prompts, and from watching everyone interact in the forum.

This program provided the opportunity to integrate the principles of the Heart of Wellness lifestyle through understanding the logic behind it. It supported settling into the lifestyle through shifting my approach from being forceful to more natural and sustainable. The biggest change is the complete resolution of digestive issues. Mentally, focus is dramatically improved, and my ability to pause before I react to a situation has strengthened. In my spiritual practice, there’s no longer anxiety about progress or “getting somewhere” – it’s been replaced with acceptance, curiosity about the journey, and a sense of gratitude for the way things unfold. I loved the systematic approach of introducing changes gradually, integrating the change and then moving on to the next concept. It gave time to build upon what was established before. I want to commend the facilitators for the clarity in their teaching styles. Each class was thoughtfully prepared and delivered, well paced and seamless. I loved the interaction on the forum with other mentors and continue to be blown away by the professionalism and unity within the Śabda Institute team. I am inspired by the clear, concise and direct way each mentor communicates which has become a goal for me in my own life.