"From silly devotions and sour faced saints, good Lord, deliver us," the mantra of Saint Teresa of Ávila.

Thank you for watching my little boy this Christmas.

Christmas carols are happening. Indian woman singing "Rudolph the red nose reindeer"

I am officially inside some wormhole parallel universe of my life. I love Rolf, Marci, and Goa.

Just ate a Kit Kat "Chunky" -- made with Peanut Butter. The Middle East is alright 😉

There is a line to get into the new "dive" themed gay bar downstairs. wtf. And I can hear them in my apartment. Ugh.

The great question: do I get my hair cut here, or wait to do it in Goa...

Went in to the new gay bar downstairs. Did a lap & walked out. No thanks.

Oh man. Friends....
xx

I want to take Charlie & the kayak to Goa

Anyone need a place to live? http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/apa/5340604651.html

I cried.

I love you!

Seeking to be a source of inspiration frequently fosters in others aspiration. The aspirant sound is a gasp-- not rich, not full-- dying. Be yourself and let others choose.

Happiest!

Guys, I hear there's like one spot left!

6 years ago.

I apologize for my purposefully divisive comments on prayer, fundamentalism, and letter of the law religion. I recognize in them a lack of compassion.

As an individual who prays to a supreme (not Diana Ross) power, I see value in prayer. Due to the value I also see in the dissolution of labels and constructed beliefs, I let my interest in the dissonance that can bring destruction override equanimity in tone and presentation.

I cannot destroy your constructed beliefs nor force an experience of any kind-- I forgot that, as my passion got in the way.

Please understand: I am challenged in tonality by strong opinions on faiths that recommend slaughter or subjugation. Many do.

A better framing: does your faith pray to a God that would cast anyone to a hell for getting the name of God "wrong"? That would enslave a people? That kills? How does this make you feel in light of recent tragedies?

All these Christians in America acting like they don't have blood on their hands and also mocked fries a few years ago. gtfo. Native Americans say "hi!"

Fuck Your Politics.

If any Ashtangis would like to join the DCA Team for a workshop with Kristen Krash on Sunday at 3, please let me know. 🙂

Join me at @[100049294736975:2048:Mind the Mat Pilates and Yoga] on Sunday, at noon!

Tickets to Goa.

In DC, barbers are required to have 1500 hours of training to receive licensing. Tuition runs 9k-15k. We need to talk about "yoga teacher trainings."

Handstands like a boss; doesn't call it yoga.

She told me to let go of my hope, and it was the hardest bit of yogic wisdom I had ever received. But the sky, it changed. Like being far from the city, I could see all the stars. No hope, no fear.

Go Bobby Go!

I didn't get in to Mysore for January, but when my teacher asks "who is your teacher" to one of those who have shared space in my Shala, I feel like I'm there, and niyamas take over. Is this "parampara"? Wow. I miss and love my teacher, but just wow. #dotherightthing

I love my Mommy. She sends me this when I am blue. xx

My big brother and beautiful niece.

Do you believe in vibrations? Does the shaking of the very electrons that make up the star stuff inside of us have frequency? Can we tune in?

How is indentured servitude an appropriate way to keep costs low? Where is the labor union? The workers rights advocates? How are "bonuses" for numbers a way to encourage practice for underserved populations? Or to encourage advancement? Where are the professional standards? Shameful.

Simply the best camera booth collection ever.

<3

Team Fatty ftw!

Interested in my Connections: Hips, Twists & Binds with Michael Joel Hall workshop? We only have two spots left, so y'all betta hurry.

Calling all LGBTQ & Allied Yogis! We're gonna do a little primary & a little second! Come!

Mostly I think I'm just meant to host a game show.

Life lessons from 60's game shows.

Sometimes things get stuck in my head during silent times.

If you find yourself in Goa...

Full badman morning. 8 counts on closing sequence, janet's new album during self practice, intermediate on a Friday. Call the Ashtanga Police, idgaf.

Have you been mocking this (and I don't think Kitty was)? I don't think the most interesting thing going on here is the pic-snapping, but the open-air market of derision they're receiving for doing... what, exactly? Enjoying each other's company, snapping pics and chowing on food? As opposed to enjoying the bullshit escapade of cultural hypnosis that is professional sports leagues?

Just had a cop threaten me with a $100 fine and tell me to drive "like a normal person" for having my foot on the dash. Park Police motorcycle m-12. Violation of power?

How is it today already?!

Are you interested in Ashtanga and Ayurveda?

Must be jelly, cause jam don't shake. What's got me shakin? Janet Jackson + Missy Elliot; BURNITUP! Listen here: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3QvdrmRphjc

Pamela Anderson is an under appreciated icon.

Seriously.

You are not alone. Suspend your disbelief. See y'all on the mat tomorrow at 6:15 sharp!

Retweeted Jacqueline Fell (@jackiefell):

.@randpaul blasts federal government for offering taxpayer funded yoga. Instructor @michaeljoelhall says benefits outweigh cost. #yoga

no.

I have two floor seats to Madonna available at face value! $395/each! Get at me!

Read the whole thing. Grace Jones teaches lessons and remains inimitable. But this wisdom is applicable everywhere, yes?

Road dogs for life.

Sunset at #westmorelandstatepark -- #latergram

Friendship! With #pigpup #charliegram and @ladyhawkzuzu

I've been asked by a number of practitioners at Flow Yoga about led primary. Nows your chance: see you at 6:30. (Next week, too)

Retweeted Duncan Roth (@UncleDuncle):

"It's tough being this tall, pretty and smart" -@MichaelJoelHall
Tell me about it

Should we Periscope DC Ashtanga's Led Primary on Friday?

Beating the heat out on the Potomac with #charliegram and @mroike -- #latergram

It's India hot.

Practicing post teaching. Because puppies.

Kayaking. Enjoying the Potomac at sunset with @mroike and #charliegram.

#FDR with @mroike

Oh. Right. Deadlifts make my ass feel like this.

Is Obesity an Incurable Disease? Less than 98% beat it.

Retweeted Rayceen Pendarvis (@AskRayceen):

Mark your calendars 9/25/15 @reelaffirmation and @askrayceen 7PM @EstefanoStCroix @GoGayDC @DMVGayEvents @DCHomos

My life right now.

Last little bit of beach time. Until next time, #westmorelandstatepark

Licking his lips, chomping at bits. 󾍊󾍏 #westmorelandstatepark

#westmorelandstatepark #gonecamping

#westmorelandstatepark #gonecamping

I love #westmorelandstatepark. #shakeitoff

Emily helped me learn to love myself. She died 12 years ago today and I miss her very much. She remains one of the greatest friends I've ever had. I don't think she's "gone." Love you, Emily.

This is just the best video ever. Seriously.

Retweeted DC Public Library (@dcpl):

Reason No. 1 @goodhumor should visit @dcpl: Cookies and ice cream are great together, but books + ice cream is even better.

My name ain't Keith, but I see the way you sweat me.

lazy

Retweeted TheShelbyNation (@Shelbsthomcat):

@MichaelJoelHall

As seen outside humble beast crossfit -- @humblebeastcf -- in DuPont Circle.

DC chillin.

I had such a wonderful time with the ashtangis out at Little River Yoga. Deconstructing backbends, collecting data, and laughing a little! <3

At the DC goodwill. Oh man.

#tbt with @conman3500

Retweeted Karl Marxxx (@IAmKarlMarxxx):

Early Drag King enlisted in The Civil War!

@[672459487:2048:Jeffrey Platts] keeps knocking it out of the park.

Hot time, summer in the city!

What I was up to this weekend. Such an extra big thank you to @[100002451078622:2048:Barbara] and @[559657661:2048:Dimitra] for hosting me at Dimitra Yoga in Lewes, DE!

Charlie got in trouble at the beach.

Charlie the beach bear!

I guess we are too!

Charlie is livin' for Rehoboth!

A PSA for dudes.

Charliena Grande.

Current Mood. #streetart #shaw

Pretty much.

Thanks for the shot @_xingxing_ @pamelaxing

Ruff life.

As night fell.

The view from the fire escape.

A wonderful weekend.

Retweeted Common Gay Boy (@CGBPosts):

Olly Alexander of Years & Years and Clean Bandit's Neil Milan are pop's first openly gay power couple ❤️󾀍👬

Wishing we had Janet AND Rick on repeat!

Such a great show!

Janet on repeat.

Backbending Workshop @LittleRiverYoga -- Saturday, July 25. 1:30p. Sign up! …

Sebastian and Me.
Photo courtesy of @made_by_mara

Yesterday's post prax selfie with @jrene01

Family day in the District.

Taking it all in.

The moon

Cut it all off or nah?

A hearty thank you to everyone who shared advice on alleviating anemia. Got my blood work back and it's normal!

Getting ready for practice ave missing the shala just a wee bit.

・・・We shifted the moon! Open Wednesday, 7/1! Closed Sunday, 7/3!

The story of my college roommate becoming a meme, then becoming a functional component of his favorite art through his own spectating fills me with joy.

I'm pretty sure Charlie loves me so much because I often smell of peanut butter.

Playtime on Kailash with Karuna

From the mud comes beauty.

What do you do at the gym?

Trucking.

Yoga room/guest bedroom gets its bed.

Words are useless; especially sentences.

Happy pride.

Retweeted Matthew A. Cherry (@MatthewACherry):

If someone puts their hand up on your hip what is the appropriate response? #AskRachel

1. I dip.
2. You dip.
3. We dip.
4. All of the above

Retweeted Angela Elder (@DCofficeyogi):

Should We All Be On The 4-Day Workweek? via @Inc Um, I'd love to be a test case for this.

Retweeted Vince Favilla (@vincefavilla):

9 Signs You Might Secretly Be an Ambivert:

Off to AYA2. Rabbit hole, looking glass.

My meditation life in a nutshell.

Kristen speaks to my body, heart, and soul. For those that love hath a yoga, you should know that Kristen Krash is exacting, clear, and a teacher's teacher.

Saturday run! #charliegram

Hey NOVA Yogis!
Guided Primary, @mindthemat 5/31, 12-2

#ashtan…

Ashtanga yoga is a really, really simple technique for cultivating insight. If you'd like to know more about bringing deep peace, attention, and insight into your own life, please reach out. (**especially if you're interested and you've heard that it has anything to do with strange bendy shapes and think it may not be for you. I assure you, the practice is for absolutely anyone)

This line at the DMV has me missing camping tremendously.

Retweeted ashtanga valencia (@jana_yoga):

Saying you are not flexible enough to do yoga is like saying you too dirty to take a shower
#Ashtanga #yoga #Valencia

Retweeted RuPaul's Drag Race (@RuPaulsDragRace):

"Was your barbecue canceled? 'Cause your grill is f*cked up!" - @jujuboston Happy #MemorialDay, squirrel friends!

Retweeted Inkfidel Tattoo (@InkfidelTattoo):

#Inkfidel #Tattoo gets a spot on #GQ list of the top 5 #TattooStudio in #India! @gqindia @GQMagazine #Goa #Tattoos

Tent

Hey elephriend! So shady! @kingsdominionva

#bigot #chicken @kingsdominionva

Gone camping!

My 20s were pretty rad.

The perfect photo to repost on the eve of my 32nd birthday!・・・…

Retweeted Michael Roike (@BarManMichael):

#tbt My man @michaeljoelhall as an aspiring child actor. So cute!

The art itself is just phenomenal. The collaborative process was such that I got exactly what I wanted-- and could never have created myself. And after 10 hours of sitting, I could have come back just to hang-- the company was that good.

Home life.

Retweeted Cheryl Gnerlich (@BeamMeUpCheryl):

@BarManMichael So good to see you and @MichaelJoelHall at #CTCFireAndRain tonight @CONSTELLATIONDC!

Cool as a cucumber.

Retweeted BrightestYoungThings (@BYT):

Want to see @Jakethis at @dcimprov? Want to see him for free??? Of course you do:

Someone's ready. #charliegram

Yeah! Remember May 22!

Date!

Home.

This commute is for the birds. #krounchasana #MortalsWelcome

Just hanging out with my squirrelfriends.

Retweeted Campaign Finance (@CampaignFinRR):

Retired judge unloads on hypocritical Supreme Court: “They’re talking out of both sides of their mouth”

3.

Kicking it in #LoganCircle with #charliegram

Where do you draw your line?

Shut the fuck up.

Saving slices of bread to use as pillows. Held without charges.

Opened yet another box from the move- this one labeled "JUNGLE". Expected my masks. Found: stuffed animals. #30s

Thank you for this raw and evocative prose.

It touches my heart.

We have a lot left to do.

Repost @pegmulqueen with @repostapp. Xx @meghanreuck ・・・󾬏 Catching up with a friend! 󾬏 #D…

I missed our home. 3 years later, we're back. #patiencepaysoff

Retweeted フランセスコ Francesco (@SexbombShiru):

Goodmorning!! happy april 25th!!

I had such a wonderful time sharing with such great folks.

Dad! Don't you want a nappy?

Last call! The Tour of intermediate starts at 3!

I'm so glad that I got to work with an artist as talented as Duncan. He brought my vision to life with his incredible skill.

So glad to be home! At @amayanaomi house hanging with Gus & Charlie.

Got Levi Michael's-- who did you get?

Retweeted Whole9 (@whole9life):

What's wrong with what we eat? (A playlist of @TEDtalks) #food #nutrition #whole9life

Sunday at 3-- Tour of Intermediate. Yoga COOP at Stroga.

Snuggles.

Retweeted Michael Roike (@BarManMichael):

Happy 1st Birthday you little rat! I love you! #charliegram #puppylove @michaeljoelhall

Retweeted Michael Roike (@BarManMichael):

#todayspatterns via #India a la @michaeljoelhall #pink #black

Guess I dodged a bullet. Wouldn't start when I came to look at it.

Retweeted Michael Roike (@BarManMichael):

#omg Peanut butter torte at All Set in Silver Spring. #allset #silverspring

Join me at the Yoga Co-Op on Sunday at 3!

I'm the director of DC Ashtanga, an ashtanga yoga school (often called a mysore program). It's easy to talk about money when you've got it (and especially what it'd be like if ya didn't), but (like always) Ru gets its.

Tour of Intermediate at Stroga for the Yoga Co-op. Priced low, totally accessible. For those interested in mysore, this is a great opportunity to interface with me in a chill environment.

India to home. Japanese trees smile at me. Spring in the District.

Retweeted Michael Roike (@BarManMichael):

He's home! @michaeljoelhall

Mapsua market getting set up. A #mansionhouse sign for @mroike

As seen in #goa. #Thirsty #bear

That #sherwan is #onfleek, Ken. #inspiration

Retweeted Fire Breathing Bromo (@CrossFitBromo):

“@kashiyuka9: Health & Wellbeing
Guys. This was photoshopped.

Retweeted Fire Breathing Bromo (@CrossFitBromo):

I'm just gonna leave this here...

Happy Easter from Goa!

A shoe tree! Happy Easter!

Unexpected fireworks.

Feeling alive.

Saturday Night Market. #arpora

What to pick? Hand made amazingness.