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I was not able to go to the Washington, DC event for Global Mala Day because I am scheduled to do my regular volunteer work. I did, however, include the focus of this call for a unified, intentional offering in my morning meditation and asana practice. Do join in, remembering to celebrate yourself as part…
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Cherry Blossoms at the Japanese Memorial (and Abhuta)
When I was walking home in the gray chilly day, astonished and awed by the beauty and effulgence of the cherry blossoms as if experiencing them for the first time though I have been witnessing them blossom here for over 25 years, I thought about the principle of abhuta. Abhuta, which means wonder, is one…
The Parable of the Guru, the Disciple, and the Mad Elephant
It is a constant dialogue that arises for me with others in my various communities about the place of political discussion in a spiritual community. Is there a place for examining the state of the world, calling for action, and trying to change things when we believe (or are seeking to understand) everything as being…
Health Care Crisis in Progress
At “Taste of DC” here come (not in any particular order): 1. Respiratory diseases from air pollution resulting from cooking methods, factory farmed meat, manufacture of packaging, and food transportation. 2. Antibiotic resistance from factory farmed meat. 3. Diabetes from refined sugar and carbohydrates. 4. Cancer from food additives, food cooking methods, manufacture of plastic…
