Signs, Symbols & Spelt: An Ayurveda Reflection on Meaning, Movement & Seasonal Shifts

There are moments when the universe seems to be speaking directly to us. A flash of red from a cardinal, the unexpected crossing of a skunk, or even the grounding comfort of spelt on your plate. In this conversation, Bridge and I follow one of those threads and ask: how do we read signs and symbols without getting trapped in absolutes?

Ayurveda teaches us that meaning is never one-size-fits-all. Just as every body and mind has its own constitution, the signs we notice are shaped by our own state of being. What looks like a clear signal for one person may mean something entirely different for another. That is part of the beauty.

We talk about why movement—physical, mental, and spiritual—is always medicine, and how seasonal transitions can shake our systems more than we realize. You’ll hear us unpack the pitfalls of rushing seasons, the steadiness that comes from eating grounding foods like spelt, and how to trust yourself when synchronicities show up in your life.

This episode is really about meaning-making, self-trust, and finding your roots when life feels unpredictable. If you’ve ever wondered whether the universe is whispering or shouting in your direction, this is a conversation worth sitting with.