Karishma Shah Nutrition https://karishmashahnutrition.com/ The New Tradition is Good Nutrition | Best nutritionist and dietician in Mumbai | Best holistic health coach in Mumbai Thu, 29 Feb 2024 07:36:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Art and Creativity as Expressions of the Soul: Exploring Therapeutic Approaches https://karishmashahnutrition.com/art-and-creativity-as-expressions-of-the-soul-exploring-therapeutic-approaches/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 07:17:04 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=14110 Art Therapy: Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that utilizes creative expression as a means of communication and healing. Through painting, drawing, sculpting, and other artistic mediums, individuals explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences in a non-verbal and expressive way, fostering self-awareness, emotional regulation, and personal growth. Expressive Arts Therapy: Expressive arts therapy integrates multiple art forms, including visual arts, music, movement, drama, and poetry, to facilitate holistic healing and self-discovery. By engaging in a variety of creative activities, individuals tap into their innate creativity, access deeper levels of consciousness, and express aspects of their inner world that may be difficult to articulate verbally. Soul Collage® Therapy: SoulCollage® therapy is a unique approach that combines collage-making with personal exploration and reflection. Participants create collages using images that resonate with them on a deep level, then engage in guided exercises to explore the symbolic meaning of their creations and gain insight into their inner landscape and soul’s journey. Mandala Therapy: Mandala therapy involves creating and exploring mandalas, geometric designs that symbolize wholeness and the interconnectedness of life. By drawing or coloring mandalas, individuals engage in a meditative process that promotes relaxation, concentration, and self-discovery, while also accessing deeper layers of the psyche and spiritual insights. Music Therapy: Music therapy harnesses the therapeutic power of music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs. Through listening to music, playing instruments, singing, or songwriting, individuals engage in a creative process that promotes self-expression, emotional release, and connection with others, leading to increased well-being and personal growth. Dance/Movement Therapy: Dance/movement therapy utilizes movement and dance as a form of psycho-therapeutic intervention. Through spontaneous movement, guided exercises, and improvisational dance, individuals explore their emotions, release tension, and access deeper layers of consciousness, promoting self-awareness, healing, and transformation. Writing Therapy: Writing therapy, also known as journaling or expressive writing, involves using written language as a tool for self-exploration and emotional healing. By putting thoughts and feelings into words, individuals gain insight into their inner world, process difficult emotions, and create a narrative that empowers them to make meaning out of their experiences and move forward with greater clarity and resilience. Nature-Based Art Therapy: Nature-based art therapy integrates creative expression with immersion in the natural world. By engaging in outdoor activities such as nature walks, eco-art projects, or land art installations, individuals deepen their connection to nature, access inspiration from the natural environment, and experience healing and renewal on a soul level. Ritual and Ceremony: Therapeutic approaches that incorporate ritual and ceremony provide opportunities for individuals to mark important life transitions, honor significant losses, or celebrate moments of healing and transformation. By creating sacred space, engaging in symbolic gestures, and participating in communal rituals, individuals access the healing power of ceremony to integrate their experiences, connect with their inner wisdom, and restore balance and harmony to their lives. Integration and Holistic Healing: These therapeutic approaches promote integration and holistic healing by addressing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. By engaging in creative expression, individuals tap into their innate capacity for self-expression and self-discovery, access deeper layers of consciousness and spiritual insight, and embark on a journey of healing and transformation that nurtures their soul and fosters greater wholeness, authenticity, and vitality. In summary, art and creativity serve as powerful expressions of the soul and vehicles for therapeutic exploration and healing. Through various approaches such as art therapy, expressive arts therapy, SoulCollage® therapy, mandala therapy, music therapy, dance/movement therapy, writing therapy, nature-based art therapy, and ritual and ceremony, individuals access their innate creativity, engage in a process of self-exploration and emotional healing, and cultivate greater wholeness, resilience, and well-being on their journey of personal growth and transformation. About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com

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Art and Creativity as Expressions of the Soul: Exploring Therapeutic Approaches

Art Therapy:

Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that utilizes creative expression as a means of communication and healing.

Through painting, drawing, sculpting, and other artistic mediums, individuals explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences in a non-verbal and expressive way, fostering self-awareness, emotional regulation, and personal growth.

Expressive Arts Therapy:

Expressive arts therapy integrates multiple art forms, including visual arts, music, movement, drama, and poetry, to facilitate holistic healing and self-discovery.

By engaging in a variety of creative activities, individuals tap into their innate creativity, access deeper levels of consciousness, and express aspects of their inner world that may be difficult to articulate verbally.

Soul Collage® Therapy:

SoulCollage® therapy is a unique approach that combines collage-making with personal exploration and reflection.

Participants create collages using images that resonate with them on a deep level, then engage in guided exercises to explore the symbolic meaning of their creations and gain insight into their inner landscape and soul’s journey.

Mandala Therapy:

Mandala therapy involves creating and exploring mandalas, geometric designs that symbolize wholeness and the interconnectedness of life.

By drawing or coloring mandalas, individuals engage in a meditative process that promotes relaxation, concentration, and self-discovery, while also accessing deeper layers of the psyche and spiritual insights.

Music Therapy:

Music therapy harnesses the therapeutic power of music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs.

Through listening to music, playing instruments, singing, or songwriting, individuals engage in a creative process that promotes self-expression, emotional release, and connection with others, leading to increased well-being and personal growth.

Dance/Movement Therapy:

Dance/movement therapy utilizes movement and dance as a form of psycho-therapeutic intervention.

Through spontaneous movement, guided exercises, and improvisational dance, individuals explore their emotions, release tension, and access deeper layers of consciousness, promoting self-awareness, healing, and transformation.

Writing Therapy:

Writing therapy, also known as journaling or expressive writing, involves using written language as a tool for self-exploration and emotional healing.

By putting thoughts and feelings into words, individuals gain insight into their inner world, process difficult emotions, and create a narrative that empowers them to make meaning out of their experiences and move forward with greater clarity and resilience.

Nature-Based Art Therapy:

Nature-based art therapy integrates creative expression with immersion in the natural world.

By engaging in outdoor activities such as nature walks, eco-art projects, or land art installations, individuals deepen their connection to nature, access inspiration from the natural environment, and experience healing and renewal on a soul level.

Ritual and Ceremony:

Therapeutic approaches that incorporate ritual and ceremony provide opportunities for individuals to mark important life transitions, honor significant losses, or celebrate moments of healing and transformation.

By creating sacred space, engaging in symbolic gestures, and participating in communal rituals, individuals access the healing power of ceremony to integrate their experiences, connect with their inner wisdom, and restore balance and harmony to their lives.

Integration and Holistic Healing:

These therapeutic approaches promote integration and holistic healing by addressing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit.

By engaging in creative expression, individuals tap into their innate capacity for self-expression and self-discovery, access deeper layers of consciousness and spiritual insight, and embark on a journey of healing and transformation that nurtures their soul and fosters greater wholeness, authenticity, and vitality.
In summary, art and creativity serve as powerful expressions of the soul and vehicles for therapeutic exploration and healing. Through various approaches such as art therapy, expressive arts therapy, SoulCollage® therapy, mandala therapy, music therapy, dance/movement therapy, writing therapy, nature-based art therapy, and ritual and ceremony, individuals access their innate creativity, engage in a process of self-exploration and emotional healing, and cultivate greater wholeness, resilience, and well-being on their journey of personal growth and transformation.

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SPROUTS & CABBAGE SLAW https://karishmashahnutrition.com/sprouts-cabbage-slaw/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:53:31 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=7217 Recipes Ingredients 1 Cup Shredded Cabbage 1 Cup Shredded Red cabbage 1/2 Cup Moung Sprouts 1/2 Cup Carrot Julienne 1/2 Cup Shredded Chinese Cabbage Dressing-Lime Juice, Cashew Nut, Olive Oil, Cumin Seeds, Garlic,Salt Instructions Toss all the ingredients together and add the dressing. About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com Search

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SPROUTS & CABBAGE SLAW

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TOFU SPINACH BURGERS https://karishmashahnutrition.com/tofu-spinach-burgers/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:43:07 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=7210 Recipes Ingredients 50g grated tofu 30-40g spinach finely chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1½ tsp Garlic ginger paste ½ tsp Cumin powder Instructions Heat oil and add the onion and garlic ginger paste, saute till onion turns soft and golden brown and then add the tomatoes and allow to soften Add the cumin powder and sauté for 2 minutes. Then add the coriander and a pinch of salt to taste, cook till any extra moisture dries out. Make equal size patties and bake or fry on the pan till brown on both sides. About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com Search

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TOFU SPINACH BURGERS RECIPE

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PESTO VEGETABLE BAKE https://karishmashahnutrition.com/pesto-vegetable-bake/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:32:23 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=7203 Recipes Ingredients Pesto – almonds, garlic, basil, lime juice, salt and olive oil. Blend into a pesto. 1/2 head Broccoli 1/2 head Cauliflower 5-6 Baby corn 1 Zucchini 7-8 French beans Instructions Blanch all the vegetables. Then coat them in the pesto and leave for 10 min. Grease a baking tray and bake the vegetables till done. Serve with a pesto dressing. About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com Search

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PESTO VEGETABLE BAKE

PESTO VEGETABLE BAKE RECIPE

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For Peanut Butter https://karishmashahnutrition.com/peanut-butter/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 12:31:29 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=7197 Recipes Ingredients 2 cup unsalted peanuts 1-2 tbsp honey Salt to taste Instructions Place peanuts in the food processor, turn the food processor on and let it run for 4-5 minutes. Let it turn to a smooth & creamy liquid Stir in honey and salt About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com Search

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Lobia (One Eyed Pea) Peanut Butter Curry https://karishmashahnutrition.com/peanut-butter-curry/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 12:28:43 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=7190 Recipes Ingredients (For Curry) 2 tbsp cooking oil 2 cups lobia beans (soaked overnight & boiled) 1 onion, diced 1 tbsp minced ginger 2 tbsp tomato puree 2 large tomatoes, peeled, chopped 1 potatoes, 2 cm cubes 2 cup water 1 cup peanut butter Salt & Pepper to taste Instructions Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat, add the onions to the oil in the pot and saute until translucent, 5 + minutes Add a splash of water to lift the caramelized fond, stir in the garlic and ginger. Saute another 1-2 minutes. Add the lobias to the pot, add tomato puree, then stir in the chopped tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low heat and allow to cook for 8-10 minutes. Stir in the peanut butter and water, stir it and let it simmer for 25 minutes (or longer to reduce and concentrate the flavours) Add salt and pepper to taste Serve with steamed rice or roti About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com Search

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Lobia (One Eyed Pea) Peanut Butter Curry

Lobia (One Eyed Pea) Peanut Butter Curry

Lobia Peanut Butter Curry

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Achari Brown Chickpea Salad https://karishmashahnutrition.com/achari-brown-chickpea-salad/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 12:02:44 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=7183 Recipes Ingredients 1 cup cooked brown chickpeas 1 carrot, cut in julienne 1 green pepper, cut in julienne 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tbsp chaat masala 1 cup coconut yoghurt 1 tbsp olive Oil Instructions In a pan, heat oil and add the cumin, zucchini, carrot and peppers. Toss till vegetables are tender but crunchy. Take off the pan and place in a bowl. Mix in the cooked brown chickpeas, chaat masala and coconut yoghurt Toss and serve. About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com Search

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Achari Brown Chickpea Salad

Achari Brown Chickpea Salad

Achari Brown Chickpea Salad Recipe

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Chocolate – Banana Pie https://karishmashahnutrition.com/chocolate-banana-pie/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 11:55:43 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=7176 Recipes Ingredients For Crust 11/2 Cup Mixed Nuts (Almonds, Walnuts, Pistachio) 10 dates (soaked) 2 tbsp desiccated coconut ¼ cup cacao powder 4 ripe bananas 2 tbsp coconut oil 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup ½ tsp cardamom powder Instructions Process all nuts in a food processor until crumbly. Add dates and pulse just enough to combine. Fold in desiccated coconut. Grease a tart tin with coconut oil and press the crust in, bringing it up the sides until its compacted. Set in the fridge or freezer for 15 minutes. In a food processor, combine the ingredients. Pour into the crust and set in the fridge (4 hours) or freezer (1-2 hours). About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com Search

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Chocolate – Banana Pie

Chocolate - Banana Pie Recipe

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Sabudana Appe https://karishmashahnutrition.com/sabudana-appe/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 11:48:45 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=7169 Recipes Ingredients 1 cup sabudana flour ¼ cup coconut yoghurt 1 cup assorted vegetables grated (carrot,green pepper,peas,cabbage) ¼ cup crushed peanuts 2-3 green chillies 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp cooking oil ½ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp chili powder ½ tsp baking soda Handful of coriander leaves Salt to taste Instructions In a kadai, heat oil, add cumin seeds, then put all the assorted vegetables. Add seasoning to the vegetables red chili powder,turmeric, salt to taste, crushed peanuts. Saute it well. In a bowl mix sabudana powder with coconut yogurt, green chili and coriander leaves. Add the seasoned assorted vegetables to these mixture. Mix it well and let it sit for 10 minutes. Grease the appe pan. After 10 minutes add baking soda to the batter. Start pouring the batter in the apple molds. Cover it with a lid for 5 min and let it cook on one side. After 5 min toss over to the other side and cook for another 5 minutes. The apple should be golden brown and ready to serve. Serve it with desired chutney. About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com Search

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Sabudana Appe

Sabudana Appe

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Varai Upma https://karishmashahnutrition.com/varai-upma/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 11:35:45 +0000 https://karishmashahnutrition.com/?p=7159 Recipes Ingredients 1 1/2 cups Varai 1-2 tbsp cooking oil 1 tsp cumin seeds 2-3 green chillies slit 4-5 curry leaves Salt to taste 2 tsp ginger-green chilli paste 2 tsp lemon juice Fresh coriander leaves chopped to garnish Fresh coconut scraped to garnish Instructions Heat oil in a deep non-stick pan, add cumin seeds and saute till their colour changes. Add green chillies, curry leaves and sama or varai, mix well and saute lightly for 1-2 minutes. Add salt and ginger-green chilli paste and mix well. Add 3 cups of warm water, mix well, cover and cook on low heat till the varai is completely done. If necessary add a little more water so that the varai cooks well Add lemon juice, mix well, cover and cook for 2-3 minutes. Transfer upma into a serving bowl, garnish with coriander leaves and coconut and serve hot. About Karishma Shah Follow Me On Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Contact Me Juhu, Mumbai +91 93213 93752 hello@karishmashahnutrition.com Search

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Varai Upma

Varai Upma

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