As the DC Global Mala swiftly approaches, spiritual pioneer Jonathan Foust speaks to the meaning of the Dharma talks he offers our community and a bit about what we can expect during our time with him on Sunday, September 26th.
As a long term yogi and at one time President of
Kripalu Center, the largest yoga center in North America, I get asked interesting questions. Two in particular stand out – One was from a fashion magazine looking for a reaction to the fact that a famous designer had just come out with a $300 bag to carry a yoga mat. I knew what kind of response the writer was looking for, but just didn’t have it in me. “I think it’s great!,” I responded. “If a $300 yoga bag helps inspires someone to engage into and deepen their practice I’m all for it. Anyone who begins a transformational practice like yoga will benefit in ways that can’t be measured.” The second question I’m often asked is, “This yoga and meditation thing. Don’t you think that’s awfully self-indulgent?” This question always leads to an amazing paradox. Perhaps we are indulging the self, but all practices lead to a deep inquiry into what that ‘self’ actually is. Inevitably, those who engage into the practice of yoga and meditation become more aware of how inter-connected they are with others. They become more sensitive to the 10,000 joys and the 10,000 sorrows we collectively share on this human journey.
Fall is proving to be a busy time for Anahata. Below is a list of upcoming events and opportunities for our Anahata Friends to add some more seva to your day.
- September 4th, please join us in the upper level of Meridian Hill park for a yoga class open to all (and taught by the lovely Emilia) followed by a potluck/picnic for Anahata volunteers and those that are interested in becoming volunteers. It’s a great way to spend some time getting to know like-minded wellness activists + have some time outside doing what we love – moving with breath. More details about our monthly potlucks can be found here: http://www.anahatainternational.org/index.php/news/volunteer-potluck/
- September 12th, Flow will have a table up at this year’s Adams Morgan Day Festival – a crazy time on 18th street with lots of people and opportunity to spread the word about the yoga studio + Flow’s outreach which includes Anahata! I will be there but need a number of volunteers to take 2 hour shifts to help chat with folks as they stop by the table. All help is appreciated :).
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As September 26th approaches, Anahata Grace just wanted to remind folks about the purpose of the
Global Mala. All across the globe people unite, joining yoga communities from every continent, school and approach to form a “mala around the earth” through collective practices based upon the
sacred cycle of 108. Along with yoga practitioners in more than 50 countries around the world, DC will once again come together for a day of dharma speakers, meditation, music, and a dedicated practice of 108
surya namaskar. This year, Anahata Grace is honored to be the DC Global Mala’s chosen non-profit recipient of proceeds earned and to be considered a valued organization committed to healing the planet and its inhabitants.
Please continue to check our
DC Global Mala page for up-to-date information and details as the come to fruition. We look forward to once again creating a worldwide garland of the human heart and affirm the power of unifying consciousness through sacred movement, breath, and intention.
Warm oms,
Team Grace
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As the DC Global Mala swiftly approaches, spiritual pioneer Jonathan Foust speaks to the meaning of the Dharma talks he offers our community and a bit about what we can expect during our time with him on Sunday, September 26th.
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