Chai with CAAM
Chai with CAAM is a series of FREE monthly webinars and is held on the third Monday evening of each month and is open to all.
Topics range from Ayurvedic theory to professional development.
Laura Plumb
January 2026:
Adaptations and Inspired Evolutions -Laura Plumb
The principles of Ayurveda are universal. The art of Ayurveda is in the application.
In addition to the sophisticated complexity of innumerable doshic permutations, there are various factors in our modern, global world that importantly affect best outcomes: Desha, or place of origin and current environment, Pitrus, or the ancestral lineage, habits, DNA, Parinama, extraordinary breakthroughs in modern medicine inspired by Ayurveda (and the Vedas generally).
With three examples from modern life, Laura will bring light to Ayurveda's immense capacity to meet the needs of individuals wherever they may be, and to inform and inspire medicine wherever it flows.
Held on the third Monday of each month, the webinar runs from 6pm-7pm PDT and recordings are available for a full month after the presentation on our CAAM Connect platform for all who register.
Date: January 19, 2026, 6:00 -7:00 pm PST
Note: If you are not already a part of our Mighty Networks portal, you will be guided to join CAAM Connect: our Online Network where we host all our events!
Arun Deva
February 2026:
Are the Secrets to Sattvāvajaya revealed in the PatañjalaYoga Sūtra? -Arun Deva
Sattvavajaya Chikitsa is the Ayurvedic approach to mental health- The victory of the Sattvic mind over the monkey mind's tribulations!
In this month's webinar Arun Deva will unpack the understanding of the Pratipakśa Bhāvana revealing the practices required for creating a sāttvic mind, the goal of sattvāvajaya cikitsa.
Date: February 16, 2026, 6:00 -7:00 pm PST
Note: If you are not already a part of our Mighty Networks portal, you will be guided to join CAAM Connect: our Online Network where we host all our events!
Mary-Alice Quinn
March 2026:
Effective Use of Herbs: Ayurvedic Principles & Practical Considerations - Mary-Alice Quinn
Herbal medicine is not simply about what herb to take—but how, when, and for whom.
In this talk, we’ll explore what truly determines whether an herbal remedy is effective, moving beyond the pervasive modern idea of “this herb for that condition."
Drawing from Ayurvedic principles, practical insights and clinical experience, we’ll discuss how factors such as herbal energetics, plant parts, preparation and administration all influence outcomes. By reviewing these key variables and more, we’ll learn to approach each situation more skillfully and gain more confidence when choosing herbal support—rather than relying on “one-size-fits-all” recommendations, or settling for less-than-stellar results.
Whether you are new to herbal medicine or have years of clinical experience, this talk will deepen your understanding of how to work with herbs in a more intentional, individualized and effective way.
Mary-Alice Quinn is a long time teacher of Ayurveda and an expert in Ayurvedic herbalism. She holds certification as an AyD and CAS and you can find out more about her on her webpage: https://maryalicequinn.com
Date: March 16, 2026, 6:00 -7:00 pm PST
Note: If you are not already a part of our Mighty Networks portal, you will be guided to join CAAM Connect: our Online Network where we host all our events!
Kyle Jason Leitzke
April 2026:
Ayurveda for Men’s Health and Fulfillment -
Kyle Jason Leitzke
Kyle Jason Leitzke is an Ayurvedic Counselor and Fulfillment coach helping to meet the needs of men from all walks of life.
In this month's webinar he will discuss how Men's Health is tied to their Fulfillment in life and that they may need a different approach and focus than Women's Health and how you can meet the needs of this vast demographic.
Date: April 20, 2026, 6:00 -7:00 pm PST
Note: If you are not already a part of our Mighty Networks portal, you will be guided to join CAAM Connect: our Online Network where we host all our events!
Maria Gabriela Guevara
May 2026:
Ayurvedic Approach to Menopausal Health -
Maria Gabriela Guevara
This time of life, characterized by symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause, is often faced with fear and trepidation. By applying Ayurvedic principles, we can see a lessening of symptoms and an embracing of this new phase of life.
Women's Health often focuses on the dramatic times of women's lives- adolescence and menstrual comfort, adulthood and fertility/pregnancy issues, and, finally, our older years and menopausal ease. This is because, as women, we are subject to the fluctuations of hormones and we want, so badly, to control them, or, at the very least, to minimize any negative impact caused by their fluctuation or cessation.
Maria Gabriela has worked with many women and seen the fruits of applying Ayurvedic principles to this transition that women make. Symptom reduction along with a more positive outlook on aging are just two of the benefits.
Date: May 18, 2026, 6:00 -7:00 pm PST
Note: If you are not already a part of our Mighty Networks portal, you will be guided to join CAAM Connect: our Online Network where we host all our events!
Katie Silcox
June 2026:
[LIVE] Your Bones are a Gateway to Your Soul -
Katie Silcox
Following up on a popular talk she gave on the nervous system and the bones in Tantric/Ayurveda physiology, Katie will explore with us the concept of the bones as gateways to the soul in global wisdom traditions, including the Vedic.
She will also include a short practice...bone, bone marrow and the emotions, etc with all of us.
Don't miss this opportunity to spend time with Katie Live at 3pm and via recording at 6pm
Date: June 15, 2026, 3:00 - 4:00 pm PST
Date: June 15, 2026, 6:00 - 7:00 pm PST Recording Replay
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July 2026:
Student Forum by, with, and for Students in the US of any level of Ayurvedic training
Join us for a Round Table discussion about the study of Ayurveda in the US. We'll have students from all levels of training to talk about their experiences and share the insights they've gleaned from the study of Ayurveda.
Date: July 20, 2026, 6:00 -7:00 pm PST
Note: If you are not already a part of our Mighty Networks portal, you will be guided to join CAAM Connect: our Online Network where we host all our events!
August 2026:
Support your Clients (and Yourselves) to Stop Subconscious Sabotaging! - Anumeha Gupta
As an Ayurveda professional, you may notice that some clients repeat the same patterns despite following the right diet, lifestyle, and recommendations. Often, the root cause lies at the subconscious level. Unseen beliefs and inner obligations can quietly keep your clients stuck in cycles related to health, career, relationships, and finances.
When you work on your own subconscious patterns, your capacity to guide clients deepens and their healing can move further and faster.
In this webinar, you will:
Understand what subconscious sabotage and inner obligations are
Learn how to identify these patterns in yourself and in your clients
Experience a short demonstration of ThetaHealing
Anumeha Gupta brings her background in Ayurveda, yoga, and energy healing when she works with clients offering spiritually rooted emotional healing programs for men and women seeking deep transformation beyond talk therapy or surface-level self-help.
Join this session to expand your skills, strengthen your self-awareness, and support your clients at a deeper level.
Date: August 17, 2026, 6:00 -7:00 pm PST
Note: If you are not already a part of our Mighty Networks portal, you will be guided to join CAAM Connect: our Online Network where we host all our events!
Durga Leela
September 2026:
Ayurveda to Support Recovery from Addiction-Durga Leela
Addiction is a spiritual disease and requires a spiritual approach to resolve it fully.
Durga Leela is the creator of Yoga of Recovery- using the tools of Yoga and Ayurveda to support people who want tools to support them in their recovery.
Durga has presented this topic nationally and internationally at conferences, workshops and other presentation platforms. She has written the book, The Yoga of Recovery and has made it her life's mission to assure that as many people as possible have access to this remarkable approach to recovery of the Self.
Date: September 21, 2026, 6:00 -7:00 pm PST
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Marie Amram
October 2026:
[LIVE] Are Your Super-Foods Super Healthy?-Marie Amram
Please note that the time of this LIVE webinar is at 3pm PDT due to the time zone of the speaker. Sign up to watch the recording of this talk at 6pm, if you prefer.
Are your food choices the best for you? How to know what to eat?
We are often told that some foods are healthy and others are not, but we know that Ayurveda is not a one-size-fits-all science and that what one person deems healthy may be unhealthy for another.
In this month's webinar, Marie Amram, will discuss some so-called Super Foods and let us know how they may not be so super. Bring your questions about your own foods to ask this expert about their appropriateness for you and your diet.
Date: October 19, 2026 3:00 -4:00 pm PST
Date: October 19, 2026 6:00 - 7:00pm PST
Recording Replay
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November 2026:
Speaker and Topic
(Which will be Awesome!)-TBA soon!
We are working diligently to bring you the very best speaker for November!
You'll be notified as soon as we have confirmed with the speaker.
Thank you for being a part of our Chai with CAAM Community!
Note: If you are not already a part of our Mighty Networks portal, you will be guided to join CAAM Connect: our Online Network where we host all our events!
December 2026
Different Format- Chai with CAAM Holiday Meetup This Month
Read more for a Chai Spice Blend Recipe!
Everyone here at CAAM wishes you a happy holiday season- and we'll start it off (or jump- in in the middle) by having a holiday meetup for anyone interested. Meet CAAM Board members and each other. I'll update this space as the event shapes up.
If you can't make it, we look forward to seeing you next year.
Until then, enjoy your Chai!
Here's a recipe for you. I prefer to keep all my herbs in cut/sifted form and grind them just when I need them. Try it. You'll thank me.
Chai Spice Blend
4 Tbsp cinnamon chips
3 Tbsp c/s ginger (or use fresh ginger on the day you're making chai)
1 Tbsp cardamom seeds
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp nutmeg pieces (or grind up about 1/8 tsp on the day you're making chai)
1 tsp cloves
Instructions
Use about 1- 1 ½ tsp ground herbs per cup of Chai
Add ground spices (and fresh ginger/nutmeg) to ½- cup water and bring to a boil.
Boil 3 min and then allow to steep for up to 15 min.
Turn off heat. (May steep 1 black tea bag for a few minutes here if desired)
Strain out the herbs (optional)
Add ½ cup milk of your choice and sweetener if desired.
Drink warm
See you in 2027!
Mon, Dec 21 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm PST
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