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The Neuroscience of Addiction: When Craving Becomes Communion
Explore the neuroscience of addiction and how craving becomes communion. Discover how addiction rewires the brain and healing through community.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 222 min read


Cozy Autumn Ayurveda in Hāna, Maui: Aloha & Agni
Discover the essence of Hāna with Cozy Autumn Ayurveda in Hāna, Maui. Experience Hāna's unique blend of Ayurveda and island traditions.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 213 min read


The Body Remembers — Somatic Symptoms of Grief
Explore how the body remembers grief's somatic symptoms. Discover healing practices at Neuronest Yoga as your body guides your recovery.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 203 min read


The Healing Journey: The Resources That Support You
Discover essential resources for your healing journey. Explore our comprehensive resource library designed to support every step of your path.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 194 min read


Cozy Autumn Ayurveda in Sitka, Alaska: Cold, Clear, Sacred
Explore the beauty of Ayurveda in Sitka, Alaska. Discover how Ayurveda's warmth and nourishment bring balance to the cold, clear autumn season.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 183 min read


Rooted in Wellness 4Life: A Future We Build Together
Discover how Rooted in Wellness 4Life empowers communities with education and clean water. Join us in building a future rooted in wellness.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 172 min read


The Healing Journey: How to Use the Series
A Step-by-Step Guide to Walking the Path of Renewal 🌿 The Purpose of This Guide Healing doesn’t happen in one ceremony, one journal entry, or one breath.It happens in rhythms — small, consistent moments of noticing, releasing, and returning. This series was created as a companion, not a curriculum. There are no deadlines, no grades, no wrong turns. You move at the speed of your own nervous system — slow, honest, and alive. The Neuronest Healing Collection (The Survivor

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 164 min read


Exploring Holistic Teaching Methods in Healing
Healing is not a straight path. It’s messy, winding, and deeply personal. I’ve learned that the best way to heal is to embrace the whole self - body, mind, and spirit. That’s where methods for holistic wellness come in. They don’t just treat symptoms or surface issues. They dive deep, honoring every part of who we are. If you’ve ever felt stuck or overwhelmed by traditional approaches, this might be the breath of fresh air you need. Let me walk you through what I’ve discovere

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 153 min read


Cozy Autumn Ayurveda in Rapid City, South Dakota: Hearth & Healing
Car drives on winding road through green hills at sunset, with a clear blue sky and distant mountains. Serene and scenic landscape. Rapid City, nestled at the edge of the Black Hills, holds a unique place in the American landscape — a place of rooted tradition, fierce winters, and enduring spirit. As autumn arrives, so does a shift toward preservation, preparation, and grounding . And through the lens of both Ayurveda and Indigenous foodways , we find a shared language:

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 143 min read


The Myth of Total Enlightenment: When the Body Becomes a Tomb
✨ Introduction For centuries, seekers have reached for the light of total enlightenment — the myth of an instant end to suffering. But in some corners of history, that pursuit turned into a haunting practice: monks mummifying themselves alive to become “living Buddhas.” This story is both devotion and danger — and a mirror for modern spiritual burnout. 🪶 The Sokushinbutsu Path: The Living Mummies of Japan In the mountains of Yamagata, Japan, ascetic monks known as Sokushinbu

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 132 min read


The Brain in Mourning — How Grief Rewires Us
By Dr. Dani Niaz, PhD | Neuronest Yoga | The Science of Grief & the Art of Healing Series (Part 1) 🌙 Introduction: When the Mind Meets the Heartbreak Grief isn’t just emotional — it’s neurological. When someone we love is gone, the brain doesn’t simply “move on.” It scrambles to make sense of an absence that feels like a wound in both time and tissue. Neuroscientists have found that the same neural circuits that create love and attachment are also responsible for the pain of

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 123 min read


The Healing Journey: The Research Behind the Work
Explore the research behind healing at our Wellness Center. Discover how research-based rituals and guides support your journey to wholeness.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 114 min read


Cozy Autumn Ayurveda in Richmond, Virginia: Colonial Roots, Modern Balance
White church with tall steeple behind autumn trees with orange leaves. Clear sky and vibrant fall colors create a serene atmosphere. Richmond in autumn is something sacred. The air sharpens. The trees set themselves aflame. Farmers’ markets brim with apples, squash, and leafy greens — food your ancestors would recognize, and your nervous system will thank you for. Here in Virginia’s capital, we honor the seasonal rhythm with a return to warmth, depth, and ritual . In this bl

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 103 min read


The Healing Journey: The Science of Healing
Explore the science of healing at our Wellness Center. Discover how science can guide your mind, body, and spirit to repair and thrive.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 84 min read


Cozy Autumn Ayurveda in Orlando, Florida: Tropical Grounding
Discover cozy autumn Ayurveda in Orlando, Florida, for tropical grounding. Embrace cozy seasonal recipes and local harvests for wellness.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 73 min read


The Healing Journey: Who This Series Is For
Discover the healing journey tailored for you. Explore the healing journey series to find balance, renewal, and peace in your life today.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 63 min read


Cozy Autumn Ayurveda in Austin, Texas: Spiced Roots & Pecan Warmth
Discover the essence of Ayurveda in Austin with spiced roots & pecan warmth. Embrace Ayurveda this autumn for a cozy, nourishing experience.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 53 min read


How to Recognize, Compartmentalize & Heal From Guilt-Driven Emotional Manipulation
Discover how to heal from guilt-driven emotional manipulation. Learn to recognize guilt patterns and regain your emotional balance today.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 53 min read


The Science of Grief & the Art of Healing
Explore the science of grief and healing in our six-part series. Discover how grief reshapes mind and body, offering tools for renewal.

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 33 min read


The Healing Journey: What Is the Healing Journey?
Discover the cyclical nature of healing at our Wellness Center. Learn how healing transforms grief to grace and chaos to calm. Join us today!

Dr. Danielle Niaz, PhD – Founder & Lead Instructor
Nov 23 min read
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