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July 2026
✎ Essay · Culture
The Future of Yoga Economies
A companion to The Digital Caste and The Architecture of Generosity. The conversation about yoga economics runs the same loop. Teachers can't make a living. Studios can't stay open. Students can't afford classes. Everyone assumes the problem is price — find the right number and…
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wtop.comThe District Fringe Festival returns with comedy, drama and puppetsThe District Fringe Festival offers emerging playwrights and performers an affordable platform to stage new work across three D.C. venues over three weekends. By charging creators just $400 versus typical $5,000+ theater rentals, the festival prioritizes accessibility and audience-building for untes✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50
experimental-history.comThe Decline of Deviance 2Adam Mastroianni argues that many forms of deviance (crime, teen drinking, smoking, pregnancy) have declined since the 1990s due to rising prosperity, not intentional policy. He explores why we fail to celebrate these wins and introduces three internet-accelerated trends: cultural carcinization (con✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50
popville.com“Museum Café (partnership with local coffee experts Slipstream) Grand Opening and Free Community Day” at The National Museum of Women in the ArtsThe National Museum of Women in the Arts opened a new café in partnership with DC roaster Slipstream, featuring a Colombian coffee line cultivated exclusively by female farmers. The opening coincided with a Free Community Day offering extended hours, drop-in art activities, gallery talks, and tours✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50
✎ Essay · Culture
The Architecture of Generosity
A companion to The Digital Caste People talk about yoga economics as if the central question is price. Class rates. Membership tiers. What a teacher should earn. Price matters — but it isn't the variable that governs everything else. Overhead is. Overhead determines what prices…
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✎ Essay · Practice
My Teaching Journey — Ashtanga Tech
I started teaching yoga because a friend of mine caught dengue fever. Ashtanga Tech — the podcast. Keep the practice, lose the guru. Michael Joel Hall on Ashtanga yoga without the authoritarianism. 🎧 Listen to the podcast: https://pub-477a42ee397942aa87e96485ef790f2c.r2.dev/podcast/ashtanga-tech/feed.rss If a stuck practice or a bad room is on your mind — text CULT to 202-816-5612.
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washingtonian.comInside the Food Truck Mafia Wreaking Havoc Around the National MallThe article exposes an organized network of unlicensed, unsafe food trucks operating around the National Mall in Washington, DC. These vendors violate health codes, fire safety regulations, and vending laws while a coordinated system (described as a 'mafia') controls territory through intimidation a✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50June 2026
washingtonian.comWhat Time Are DC’s July 4 Fireworks Actually Happening?A Washingtonian article reports confusion over DC's July 4th fireworks start time (10:30 PM vs 11 PM), with the event expanding to 40 minutes and 850,000 shells for America's 250th anniversary. The piece details extensive security restrictions on the National Mall including bans on chairs, coolers,✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50
theconvivialsociety.substack.comFriendship SufficesL.M. Sacasas memorializes David Cayley, the Canadian broadcaster and interpreter of Ivan Illich who died at 81. The essay celebrates Cayley's generosity and uses his death as occasion to reflect on Illich's claim that hospitality and friendship are the ground of hope and political life, illustrated✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50
✎ Essay · Culture
MJH INC: Building a Personal Sovereign Internet
From chatrooms at thirteen to running a world in Ultima Online to building communities for companies — a life spent tending rooms online. Now I'm turning that instinct on my own data: pulling twenty years of my life off the platforms and onto ground I own, and building the habit of micro-journaling in my own garden instead of Meta's.
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akrites.orgWe All Depend on Open Source. We Will Defend It TogetherAn open letter from the technology industry, and the launch of Akrites - a coordinated effort to remediate vulnerabilities in the open source software the world runs on.✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50
popville.com“D.C. Police Agree To Compensate District Resident Handcuffed for Playing Star Wars “Imperial March” Theme Near National Guard Troops”photo by Diane Krauthamer From the DC ACLU: "The District of Columbia has agreed to pay to settle a First Amendment lawsuit, brought by the American Civil Liberties Union of the District of Columbia (ACLU-D.C.), on behalf of Sam O’Hara, a D.C. resident who was handcuffed for playing the "Imperial March" from Star Wars while✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50
popville.comJUST IN: Action at the Atlantic Plumbing Movie Theatre in Shaw!2112 8th Street, NW Thanks to Jay for sending: "New chairs at Atlantic Plumbing movie theater Shaw" Nice!✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50
wtop.comCityCenterDC unveils new public art exhibit: Urban Living RoomsOn Friday, city officials and leaders of the D.C. arts community gathered at CityCenter DC to unveil a brand new public art exhibit called “Urban Living Rooms.”✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50
scientificamerican.comWill humans one day talk to animals? This scientist is bringing us closerJulie Elie has been studying zebra finch vocalizations for years. Now, she has won the Coller-Dolittle Prize for progress toward a world where humans can talk to animals✦ Read ad free and get the full MichaelFilter · $5.50March 2026
✎ Essay · Culture
The Digital Caste: Surveillance Capitalism and the Architecture of Permanent Inequality
How algorithmic systems are building a new structure of social stratification — and why your next cup of milk might be an act of resistance Michael Joel Hall · Director, The Yoga Club · Washington, DC I grew up in small-town America. The kind of…
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✎ Essay · Science and Tech
The 40Hz Protocol: Ashtanga Yoga as a Multimodal Gamma Entrainment System
Neuroscientists are designing elaborate protocols to induce gamma oscillations in the human brain — flickering lights, transcranial currents, near-infrared light helmets. A 2024 review in Frontiers in Neuroscience catalogues four distinct stimulation methods to achieve what the brain needs to perceive clearly, move well, and regulate emotion. Reading it, I kept having the same thought: Ashtanga yoga already does all of this. Not metaphorically. Simultaneously, and without a single device
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✎ Essay · Culture
Holding Space for Political Engagement in Diverse Communities
Protest as Practice Have you noticed how diverse our community is? I'm not gonna lie... it brings me so much joy. So many races, countires of origin, sexual identities, and ages-- all practicing in one spot. Straight dudes, Fem Dykes, Catholics, Central American Mystics, and one…
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✎ Essay · Culture
Regenerating Trust in Local Communities After Toxicity
What happens when charismatic teachers extract value from communities and leave? This is about the hard work of regeneration — in yoga communities, in local spaces, and in ourselves.
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What Ashtanga Yoga Teachers Can Learn from NFL Coaching Excellence
The Performance Paradox In 2007, Tony Dungy became the first African American head coach to win a Super Bowl. But his real legacy wasn’t built on that February night in Miami—it was constructed over the following decade through youth mentorship programs, education reform initiatives, and…
Read the essay →Appreciating Ashtanga yoga as an indigenous insight practice means understanding that the practice is interconnected to the place that its from, those people, that topography, and that culture. These practices have to be adapted so they are honest and efficacious as part of your culture/community— and what works in one place won’t work in another. Lots on this subject at dcashtanga.com
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AND IT DOESN'T
AND IT DOESN'T
✎ Essay · Culture
Kathy Griffin: Evolution Through Trials and Triumphs
Dive into the intertwined memoirs of Jennifer Lewis and Kathy Griffin for a captivating exploration of a comedian's evolution. Uncover how Griffin's journey, from a near-fatal low to her empowering embrace of a sober community, reveals the complexities of life behind the laughs. This blog delves into the raw, unfiltered narrative of Griffin's career, challenging the norms of feminism in comedy, and highlighting the satisfying connections found between celebrity stories. Join us in unraveling the tapestry of trials, transformations, and resilience that defines the ever-evolving world of a comedian.
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The Yamas and Niyamas in Modern Practice
There’s something odd about a Mysore room. No blaring playlists. No teacher on a headset shouting “FIND YOUR INNER FIRE!” Just a bunch of sweaty people breathing like Darth Vader and bending like origami — all in near silence. It looks calm. It’s not. Underneath…
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Individual Breakthroughs Impact Collective Energy
There’s something odd about a Mysore room. No blaring playlists. No teacher on a headset shouting “FIND YOUR INNER FIRE!” Just a bunch of sweaty people breathing like Darth Vader and bending like origami — all in near silence. It looks calm. It’s not. Underneath…
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Notes on Physical Assists
https://dcashtanga.com/portal/course/decentralized-ashtanga/lessons/assisting-as-spiritual-practice/view https://dcashtanga.com/portal/course/scope-of-practice/lessons/strength-conditioning-best-practices-for-yogis-copy-1759266519/view https://dcashtanga.com/portal/course/scope-of-practice/lessons/strength-conditioning-best-practices-for-yogis-copy-1759266519/view https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6chi4KadlO8&pp=ygUbTWljaGFlbCBqb2VsIGhhbGwgYXNzaXN0aW5n https://ashtanga.tech/portal/course/teaching-arts/lessons/asana-adjustment-assisting-guidelines/view https://michaeljoelhall.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=14789&action=edit
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Hi, I’m Michael Joel Hall. I started @dcashtanga as a mysore style ashtanga yoga shala in 2014. I’m sharing best practices for decentralizing authority and creating a more robust, antrifragile community. It’s free, and I’d love you to join if you’re interested. Let me know if you have any trouble with dcashtanga.com
in imageI've been doing this long enough to know that practice doesn't exist in a
of me is like the Himbo. 2007 2025
These practices are humanist and secular in nature and I've had the good
• Humanist
• Secular
• Versatile Applications
of me is like the Himbo. 2007 2025
These practices are humanist and secular in nature and I've had the good
• Humanist
• Secular
• Versatile Applications
✎ Essay · Personal Notes
Hi, I’m Michael. Check out DC Ashtanga.
This is just a little bit about me, Michael Joel Hall. I posted this as part of my welcome letter at DC Ashtanga. Join the community at DCashtanga.com to take free courses on Decentralizing Ashtanga, built proudly in Washington, DC.
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Amor:
Mi equipo de yoga con mi equipo de crossfit en historias @jaimescandont
@marielchapoy
@kopoyoga
@impetusfitnesss love from washington dc
to
playa dc
Mi equipo de yoga con mi equipo de crossfit en historias @jaimescandont
@marielchapoy
@kopoyoga
@impetusfitnesss love from washington dc
to
playa dc
in imagelove from washington dc to playa dc
@kopoyoga in tha house
Super DjSet por @jaimescandont
@jaimescandont @marielchapoy @kopoyoga @impetusfitnesss
Amor: Mi equipo de yoga con mi equipo de crossfit en historias
love from washington dc to playa dc
@kopoyoga in tha house
Super Dj Set por @jaimescandont
@jaimescandont @marielchapoy @kopoyoga @impetusfitnesss
Amor: Mi equipo de yoga con mi equipo de crossfit en historias
@kopoyoga in tha house
Super DjSet por @jaimescandont
@jaimescandont @marielchapoy @kopoyoga @impetusfitnesss
Amor: Mi equipo de yoga con mi equipo de crossfit en historias
love from washington dc to playa dc
@kopoyoga in tha house
Super Dj Set por @jaimescandont
@jaimescandont @marielchapoy @kopoyoga @impetusfitnesss
Amor: Mi equipo de yoga con mi equipo de crossfit en historias
Please Read:
DC’s Home Rule was just put at grave risk by the following dems:
DC’s Home Rule was just put at grave risk by the following dems:
in imagePlease Read:
DC's Home Rule was
just put at grave risk by
the following dems:
Every single one should lose their seat.
DC residents are some of the most politically
disenfranchised people in America & these 31
"Democrats" voted to overturn THEIR laws & take
away more of THEIR rights.
No point of a Dem in a swing seat if they just vote for
Trump's agenda.
• Craig Caplan • @CraigCaplan • 1d
31 House Democrats voted Yes for the DC CRIMES Act,
which now heads to the Senate: clerk.house.gov/evs/
2025/roll2...
1. Auchincloss D-MA
2. Conaway D-NJ
3. Correa D-CA
4. Costa D-CA
5. Cuellar D-TX
6. Davids D-KS
7. Davis D-NC
8. Gillen D-NY
9. Golden D-ME
10. Gonzalez D-TX
11. Goodlander D-NH
12. Harder D-CA
13. Kaptur D-OH
14. Keating D-MA
15. Lee D-NV
1k I wnch N.MA
17. Mannion D-NY
18. Min D-CA
19. Moskowitz D-FL
20. Panetta D-CA
21. Pappas D-NH
22. Gluesenkamp Perez D-WA
24. Ryan D-NY
25. Schrier D-WA
26. Soto D-FL
27. Stanton D-AZ
28. Torres D-CA
29. Tran D-CA
30. Vindman D-VA
31. Whitesides D-CA
DC's Home Rule was
just put at grave risk by
the following dems:
Every single one should lose their seat.
DC residents are some of the most politically
disenfranchised people in America & these 31
"Democrats" voted to overturn THEIR laws & take
away more of THEIR rights.
No point of a Dem in a swing seat if they just vote for
Trump's agenda.
• Craig Caplan • @CraigCaplan • 1d
31 House Democrats voted Yes for the DC CRIMES Act,
which now heads to the Senate: clerk.house.gov/evs/
2025/roll2...
1. Auchincloss D-MA
2. Conaway D-NJ
3. Correa D-CA
4. Costa D-CA
5. Cuellar D-TX
6. Davids D-KS
7. Davis D-NC
8. Gillen D-NY
9. Golden D-ME
10. Gonzalez D-TX
11. Goodlander D-NH
12. Harder D-CA
13. Kaptur D-OH
14. Keating D-MA
15. Lee D-NV
1k I wnch N.MA
17. Mannion D-NY
18. Min D-CA
19. Moskowitz D-FL
20. Panetta D-CA
21. Pappas D-NH
22. Gluesenkamp Perez D-WA
24. Ryan D-NY
25. Schrier D-WA
26. Soto D-FL
27. Stanton D-AZ
28. Torres D-CA
29. Tran D-CA
30. Vindman D-VA
31. Whitesides D-CA
in imageFiesta DC Is Still on Despite Fears
of ICE and Festival Cancellations
@washingtonianmag
of ICE and Festival Cancellations
@washingtonianmag
Do you find that you are encouraged to bring people into your organization? It’s a great thing to do, who doesn’t wanna share something great? When you apply your critical thinking skills, if it looks like you’re more important for clout or cash, somethings up.
In DC, we have a few different teachers, each with differences in approach, each with people who vibe with that approach. It’s nice that people have choice here, and in a healthy community you’ll see as much ease with referring out as you will see recruiting in. Easy come, easy go. Why? These are people, not revenue streams or clout bolsters.
More on YouTube!
In DC, we have a few different teachers, each with differences in approach, each with people who vibe with that approach. It’s nice that people have choice here, and in a healthy community you’ll see as much ease with referring out as you will see recruiting in. Easy come, easy go. Why? These are people, not revenue streams or clout bolsters.
More on YouTube!
in imagebelieve what I say and it grow through selling something that sells well.
Loss of critical judgment
Activities centered around recruitment
Narrow Focus
In Ashtanga Yoga, many senior teachers have commoditized their relationships | Loss of critical judgment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus | personal development | communal development
This is not genuine, not personal, and not communal development. | Loss of critical judgment | Overlook communal development | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus
believe what I say and it grow through selling something that sells well. | Loss of critical judgment | ok communal development | personal ment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus
In Ashtanga Yoga, many senior teachers have commoditized their relationships | Loss of critical judgment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus
This is not genuine, not personal, and not communal development. | Loss of critical judgment | Overlook communal development | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus
believe what I say and it grow through selling something that sells well.
Loss of critical judgment
Activities centered around recruitment
Narrow Focus
ook communal development
In Ashtanga Yoga, many senior teachers have commoditized their relationships | Loss of critical judgment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus | personal development
This is not genuine, not personal, and not communal development.
believe what I say and it grow through selling something that sells well.
In Ashtanga Yoga, many senior teachers have commoditized their relationships | Loss of critical judgment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus | personal development
This is not genuine, not personal, and not communal development.
Loss of critical judgment
Overlook communal development
Activities centered around recruitment
Narrow Focus
Loss of critical judgment
Activities centered around recruitment
Narrow Focus
In Ashtanga Yoga, many senior teachers have commoditized their relationships | Loss of critical judgment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus | personal development | communal development
This is not genuine, not personal, and not communal development. | Loss of critical judgment | Overlook communal development | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus
believe what I say and it grow through selling something that sells well. | Loss of critical judgment | ok communal development | personal ment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus
In Ashtanga Yoga, many senior teachers have commoditized their relationships | Loss of critical judgment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus
This is not genuine, not personal, and not communal development. | Loss of critical judgment | Overlook communal development | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus
believe what I say and it grow through selling something that sells well.
Loss of critical judgment
Activities centered around recruitment
Narrow Focus
ook communal development
In Ashtanga Yoga, many senior teachers have commoditized their relationships | Loss of critical judgment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus | personal development
This is not genuine, not personal, and not communal development.
believe what I say and it grow through selling something that sells well.
In Ashtanga Yoga, many senior teachers have commoditized their relationships | Loss of critical judgment | Activities centered around recruitment | Narrow Focus | personal development
This is not genuine, not personal, and not communal development.
Loss of critical judgment
Overlook communal development
Activities centered around recruitment
Narrow Focus
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AG Brian Schwalb •
@DCAttorneyGen
We are suing to defend DC home rule and stop
the unlawful deployment of the National Guard.
Our nation was founded on the fundamental
principles of freedom and self-governance that
are stake in this case.
No city in America should be subject to
involuntary military occupation.
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AG Brian Schwalb •
@DCAttorneyGen
We are suing to defend DC home rule and stop
the unlawful deployment of the National Guard.
Our nation was founded on the fundamental
principles of freedom and self-governance that
are stake in this case.
No city in America should be subject to
involuntary military occupation.
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AG Brian Schwalb *
@DCAttorneyGen
The Posse Comitatus Act prohibits the military
from engaging in domestic policing.
Yet the Administration launched a massive,
indefinite law enforcement operation in DC
under direct military command.
This is plainly illegal, and it threatens our
democracy and civil liberties.
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@DCAttorneyGen
The Posse Comitatus Act prohibits the military
from engaging in domestic policing.
Yet the Administration launched a massive,
indefinite law enforcement operation in DC
under direct military command.
This is plainly illegal, and it threatens our
democracy and civil liberties.
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Suerte de tener a mis amigos. 🌴
dc >> playa
playa >> dc
dc >> playa
playa >> dc
in imagedc >> playa playa >> dc
Suerte de tener a mis amigos.
Last pracky of this season in this beautiful place @torresdeselma
Amix I remember you every time in wearing the dc ashtanga shirt @michaeljoelhall
dc >> playa playa >> dc Suerte de tener a mis amigos. Last pracky of this season in this beautiful place @torresdeselma Amix I remember you every time in wearing the dc ashtanga shirt @michaeljoelhall
Suerte de tener a mis amigos.
Last pracky of this season in this beautiful place @torresdeselma
Amix I remember you every time in wearing the dc ashtanga shirt @michaeljoelhall
dc >> playa playa >> dc Suerte de tener a mis amigos. Last pracky of this season in this beautiful place @torresdeselma Amix I remember you every time in wearing the dc ashtanga shirt @michaeljoelhall
August 2025
in imageQUEERS SAY FREE DC!
THIS ALL ENL
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WHEN ENOUG
DISTRACT
OF US SAY
NV
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FREE DC
LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY TOWN HALL TO ADDRESS TRUMP'S
ATTACKS ON D.C. AND THE THREATS TO OUR COMMUNITIES
FREE DC ORIENTATION TO LEARN HOW WE CAN FIGHT BACK!
REGISTER:
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THIS ALL ENL
TRUMPS LYING ABOV
WHEN ENOUG
DISTRACT
OF US SAY
NV
*
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FREE DC
LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY TOWN HALL TO ADDRESS TRUMP'S
ATTACKS ON D.C. AND THE THREATS TO OUR COMMUNITIES
FREE DC ORIENTATION TO LEARN HOW WE CAN FIGHT BACK!
REGISTER:
LLLVBIA TONEA
bit.ly/fredctr
FREE DC
SEPTEMBER 15 | 6-9 PM | TRADE | 1410 14TH ST NW
@claudiajonesschool and freedcproject
I love DC.
in imagemy voice of protest because our Bill of Rights is eroding.
We're a city full of valedictorians and if you've made it here after any
We're a city full of valedictorians and if you've made it here after any
✎ Essay · Culture
The Toxic Teacher Trap in Ashtanga Yoga: When Subjectivity Masquerades as Objectivity
In this video, Michael Joel Hall discusses the 'Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Trap,' a scenario where personal experiences of yoga teachers are misconstrued as universal truths. Highlighting the dangers of authoritarianism and high-demand dynamics in yoga communities, Hall emphasizes the importance of honoring individual experiences, promoting self-awareness, and fostering personal agency. He stresses the need for discernment, humility, and open dialogue, both from teachers and students, to ensure yoga remains a personal and explorative practice. 00:00 Introduction to the Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Trap 00:11 Subjectivity vs. Objectivity in Teaching 00:59 The Dangers of Authoritarian Teaching 01:26 High Demand Dynamics and Cult-like Behavior 02:03 The Importance of Honoring Student Experience 03:22 The Role of Humility and Discernment in Teaching 03:46 Conclusion: Maintaining Dialogue in Practice
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✎ Essay · Yoga Professionals
The Art of Assisting in Ashtanga Yoga: Beyond Physical Adjustments
The Art of Assisting in Ashtanga Yoga: Beyond Physical Adjustments In this video, Michael Joel Hall, a seasoned Ashtanga Yoga teacher based in Washington DC, delves into the nuanced art and responsibility of assisting in yoga practice. Hall emphasizes that assisting is not about fixing students but about supporting their personal practice through presence and understanding. Drawing on systems thinking and yoga philosophy, he discusses the significance of verbal, visual, and physical assists, the importance of consent and trauma awareness, and the spiritual dimension of assisting within the framework of the eight limbs of yoga. The key message is to support the students' exploration and self-organization rather than imposing corrections, advocating for a holistic approach that respects individual needs and fosters mutual growth. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:08 The Art and Responsibility of Assisting 01:04 Purpose of Assisting in Ashtanga Yoga 01:48 Supporting an Intelligent System 03:21 Spiritual Practice of Assisting 05:50 Types of Assists: Verbal, Visual, Physical 08:17 Consent, Touch, and Trauma Awareness 10:27 Feedback Loops in Assisting 12:36 Adaptation and Individualization
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in imageCOUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
THE JOHN A. WILSON BUILDING
1350 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, N.W.
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20004
CONTACT:
RELEASE:
Lindsey Walton
Iwalton@dccouncil.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE
Monday August 11, 2025
DC COUNCIL STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO PRESIDENTIAL
ANNOUNCEMENT
WASHINGTON, DC - This is a manufactured intrusion on local authority. Violent crime
in the District is at the lowest rates we've seen in 30 years. Federalizing the Metropolitan
Police Department is unwarranted because there is no Federal emergency. Further, the
National Guard has no public safety training or knowledge of local laws. The Guard's role
does not include investigating or solving crimes in the District. Calling out the National
Guard is an unnecessary deployment with no real mission.
strategies. We must ensure that in our pursuit of safety, we do not create an atmosphere of
сео о ое ноне на .
Public safety is built on trust, consistent enforcement, and community-based
Our local police department is the best in the country, and it is our police officers
who should be leading the efforts to keep our communities safe-not the National Guard.
The President was unable to cite any evidence that our MPD is not able to do the job. Let's
Our local government regularly partners with the federal government. The federal
government plays a role through the United States Attorney's Office prosecuting violent
crime, the Senate confirming judges to serve on our courts, the federal supervision agencies
to follow up with people who are released on parole, and Congress passing a budget fix so
that DC residents can spend their own tax dollars to pay our police and firefighters the
wages they deserve. Taking over our police department and deploying hundreds of National
Guard members is not the hard work of public safety - it is a show of force without impact.
It is our job to regularly look at our laws and ensure they are serving our residents'
interests. That's what we did in 2024 when the Council came together to pass Secure DC,
an omnibus with over 100 interventions to drive down crime. We did it again when the
Council in June 2025 passed Peace DC legislation that puts the city on a path to more
sustainable safety. And in the last two years where we have been laser focused on driving
down crime, we have decreased violent crime by nearly 50% of what it was, yielding the
lowest violent crime numbers our city has seen in 30 years.
xe ointe
THE JOHN A. WILSON BUILDING
1350 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, N.W.
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20004
CONTACT:
RELEASE:
Lindsey Walton
Iwalton@dccouncil.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE
Monday August 11, 2025
DC COUNCIL STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO PRESIDENTIAL
ANNOUNCEMENT
WASHINGTON, DC - This is a manufactured intrusion on local authority. Violent crime
in the District is at the lowest rates we've seen in 30 years. Federalizing the Metropolitan
Police Department is unwarranted because there is no Federal emergency. Further, the
National Guard has no public safety training or knowledge of local laws. The Guard's role
does not include investigating or solving crimes in the District. Calling out the National
Guard is an unnecessary deployment with no real mission.
strategies. We must ensure that in our pursuit of safety, we do not create an atmosphere of
сео о ое ноне на .
Public safety is built on trust, consistent enforcement, and community-based
Our local police department is the best in the country, and it is our police officers
who should be leading the efforts to keep our communities safe-not the National Guard.
The President was unable to cite any evidence that our MPD is not able to do the job. Let's
Our local government regularly partners with the federal government. The federal
government plays a role through the United States Attorney's Office prosecuting violent
crime, the Senate confirming judges to serve on our courts, the federal supervision agencies
to follow up with people who are released on parole, and Congress passing a budget fix so
that DC residents can spend their own tax dollars to pay our police and firefighters the
wages they deserve. Taking over our police department and deploying hundreds of National
Guard members is not the hard work of public safety - it is a show of force without impact.
It is our job to regularly look at our laws and ensure they are serving our residents'
interests. That's what we did in 2024 when the Council came together to pass Secure DC,
an omnibus with over 100 interventions to drive down crime. We did it again when the
Council in June 2025 passed Peace DC legislation that puts the city on a path to more
sustainable safety. And in the last two years where we have been laser focused on driving
down crime, we have decreased violent crime by nearly 50% of what it was, yielding the
lowest violent crime numbers our city has seen in 30 years.
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July 2025
in imageYoga & Gound Healing
with Emma Gaal
July 12. 7:45-8:45 am. Dog Daze Social Club
@elevateeverythingdc
with Emma Gaal
July 12. 7:45-8:45 am. Dog Daze Social Club
@elevateeverythingdc
June 2025
in imageAI>
VIDA®
• FITNESS
Self Defense Seminar
Wed, July 30 at 8pm
VIDA Fitness on U Street
Join Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu expert Suzanne Beall for a free
LGBTQ+ survivor-centered seminar. You'll learn
practical self-defense techniques, and rebuild
confidence in a safe affirming space.
Register here: bit.ly/WAFSelf
@whitmanwalker and realtalkdc_
VIDA®
• FITNESS
Self Defense Seminar
Wed, July 30 at 8pm
VIDA Fitness on U Street
Join Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu expert Suzanne Beall for a free
LGBTQ+ survivor-centered seminar. You'll learn
practical self-defense techniques, and rebuild
confidence in a safe affirming space.
Register here: bit.ly/WAFSelf
@whitmanwalker and realtalkdc_
@cultural_dc
in imageCULTURALDC
WISHING ALL THE
HOMOPHOBES AND TRANSPHOBES
A SUPER
UNCOMFORTABLE MONTH!
Hape,
gwaley
Ecultural_dc
WISHING ALL THE
HOMOPHOBES AND TRANSPHOBES
A SUPER
UNCOMFORTABLE MONTH!
Hape,
gwaley
Ecultural_dc
@transformerdc
in imagetransformer
Otransformerde
1404
LO-LIFE: SEARCHING FOR GOLD
By Yakob Tesfaye
Duke Ellington School of the Arts
Senior Spotlight Exhibition
June 21-June 28, 2025
Otransformerde
1404
LO-LIFE: SEARCHING FOR GOLD
By Yakob Tesfaye
Duke Ellington School of the Arts
Senior Spotlight Exhibition
June 21-June 28, 2025
in image1Q4
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LO-LIFE: SFARCHING FOR GOLD
Yakob Tesfaye | June 21 -28
In collaboration with the
Duke Ellington School of the Arts
@transformerdc and twinbeemedia
LOLTHE)
LO-LIFE: SFARCHING FOR GOLD
Yakob Tesfaye | June 21 -28
In collaboration with the
Duke Ellington School of the Arts
@transformerdc and twinbeemedia
Full Body Workout for Rotational Stability.
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Full Body Workout for Rotational Stability.
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Full Body Workout for Rotational Stability.
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Full Body Workout for Rotational Stability.
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Full Body Workout for Rotational Stability.
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Full Body Workout for Rotational Stability.
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Full Body Workout for Rotational Stability.
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
A really fun circuit using the @vitruvian — with the isokinentic (echo) mode. The apparatus dynamically adjusts resistance so as to maintain a specific time duration at maximjm intensity over the travel distance defined in the firat 3 reps — theyre the ones that look easy. Watch the weight kick in and its no wonder it allows you to achieve incredible strength and mass gains quickly.
Repeat 4 Times, 45 seconds 45 seconds off.
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Single Arm Reverse Lunges
Seated Shoulder Press
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Kneeling Reverse Woodchop
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Single Arm Lawnmower Rows
Redacted From one of my students…
Life in DC Right now
Life in DC Right now
in imageLIFE IN DC RIGHT NOW
FROM ONE OF MY
STUDENTS...
So, it will be next Monday when I get back to
the Shala.
Crazy-busy bday week: my bday is actually on
Monday, 6/16. I hope there will be no Martial
Law and nothing bad happening from now to
then.
Best,
MA
REDACTED
FROM ONE OF MY
STUDENTS...
So, it will be next Monday when I get back to
the Shala.
Crazy-busy bday week: my bday is actually on
Monday, 6/16. I hope there will be no Martial
Law and nothing bad happening from now to
then.
Best,
MA
REDACTED
April 2025
✎ Essay · Practice
Empower Your Yoga: Transformative Practice Secrets
Discover the transformative power of Yogic Agency in our latest video! Learn how to guide your practice with intention, making every session purposeful both on the mat and in your life. Explore how small, conscious choices can lead to life-changing transformations over time. From focusing on your breath to fostering a deep connection with yourself, this journey from Day 1 to Day 365 will redefine your yoga experience. Join us to unlock strength, clarity, and growth. Are you ready to make your practice truly intentional? #YogaJourney #MindfulLiving #YogicAgency
Read the essay →March 2025
Maybe it's because I'm in DC, but I think ongoing education is important. Have you ever gotten a doctor that stopped keeping up with modern medicine? Yoga teachers should participate in that, too. Ashtanga Tech is my platform for community and courses to help raise the bar.
dads first time on the 54 (dc bus!)
in imagePRESIDENT TRUMP
SIGNS EXECUTIVE
ORDER GUTTING
INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM
& LIBRARY SERVICES
By eliminating the only federal agency
dedicated to funding library services, the
Trump administration's executive order is
cutting off at the knees the most beloved
and trusted American institutions and the
staff and services they offer.
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show up
FOR OUR LIBRARIES•
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Association
@americanlibraryassociation
@mahoganybooks, soarwithramunda and
derrickyoung_dc
SIGNS EXECUTIVE
ORDER GUTTING
INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM
& LIBRARY SERVICES
By eliminating the only federal agency
dedicated to funding library services, the
Trump administration's executive order is
cutting off at the knees the most beloved
and trusted American institutions and the
staff and services they offer.
R
show up
FOR OUR LIBRARIES•
ALA dberican
Association
@americanlibraryassociation
@mahoganybooks, soarwithramunda and
derrickyoung_dc
✎ Essay · Yoga Professionals
The Courage to Feel
BUILDING THE CAPACITY TO STAY OPEN To live in a body that is fully connected to its capacity for feeling means opening to being vulnerable. By vulnerable, I’m not meaning without clear boundaries, but rather the capacity to open when openness is needed. The ability…
Read the essay →
✎ Essay · Culture
The Power of the Ashtanga Community
This is a video about The Power of the Ashtanga Community. If you're looking for coaching, find me at michaeljoelhall.com/coaching 00:00 Introduction to Yoga Practice 00:10 The Deeper Connection in Ashtanga Yoga 00:26 Community and Consistency in Practice 00:54 Systems Thinking in Yoga 01:07 Building Bonds Through Familiarity 01:41 Accountability and Commitment 02:05 The Lifelong Benefits of Community 02:18 Service and Collective Energy 02:28 Global Perspective on Ashtanga Practice
Read the essay →February 2025
in imageLYOGA HEIGHS **
February 28th
Yoga Heights is
proud to support the
24 hr economic
blackout byoffering
free classes 2/28
Use code:
FREEPASS
@yogaheightsdc
February 28th
Yoga Heights is
proud to support the
24 hr economic
blackout byoffering
free classes 2/28
Use code:
FREEPASS
@yogaheightsdc
✎ Essay · Yoga Professionals
Embracing Props in Ashtanga: A Modern Perspective
The journey of incorporating props in Ashtanga yoga has been met with curiosity and skepticism. Traditionally, there was a belief that props were not part of the Ashtanga practice, often viewed as unnecessary crutches. This perspective suggested that props were a deviation from the purity of traditional practice.
Read the essay →
✎ Essay · Practice
Aligning Insights: Understanding Problem Cues in the Spine and Pelvis for Optimal Ashtanga Practice
Discover the vital relationship between the spine, pelvis, and optimal Ashtanga practice in our latest blog, "Aligning Insights." We’ll explore essential alignment cues such as anterior and posterior tilt, rib flare, and the crucial technique of tucking the tailbone. Learn how to enhance your practice by understanding these problem cues and embodying healthier postural mechanics. With insights drawn from expert research, your journey toward a more aligned and fulfilling yoga experience.
Read the essay →December 2024
DC Crew
Mayan Mysore Adventure
🦄 “Your vibe begets your tribe.”
Mayan Mysore Adventure
🦄 “Your vibe begets your tribe.”
in imageDC Crew
Mayan Mysore Adventure
:®
"Your vibe begets your
tribe."
Mayan Mysore Adventure
:®
"Your vibe begets your
tribe."
November 2024
OMG
You Better get your trees here, DC!
You Better get your trees here, DC!
in imageOMG
You Better get your trees
here, DC!
ELECTRIC SNAPPY'S TREE-TACULAR
TREE LOT AND
SOMETIMES BAR
IRES TREESI TREES/ AICE UENDE
OPENING
JUICE JOINT
NOVEMBER 22
-TREES
- HOL'DAY DRINkS
- GIFT MARKET (Sometimes)
* delivery
available
@treelot.dc, snappysde and electric_cool_aid
You Better get your trees
here, DC!
ELECTRIC SNAPPY'S TREE-TACULAR
TREE LOT AND
SOMETIMES BAR
IRES TREESI TREES/ AICE UENDE
OPENING
JUICE JOINT
NOVEMBER 22
-TREES
- HOL'DAY DRINkS
- GIFT MARKET (Sometimes)
* delivery
available
@treelot.dc, snappysde and electric_cool_aid
October 2024
!!!
in imageDCV
dcvegan
*prychic Readings
BY HANNAH
6:30 ta
9:00 pm
TUESDAY 10/29 - HIGH HEEL RACE
THURSDAY 10/31 - HALLOWEEN
dcvegan Psychic Readings by Hannah will be giving readings on
the Botanical Bar patio on Tuesday and Thursday this week fro...
dcvegan
*prychic Readings
BY HANNAH
6:30 ta
9:00 pm
TUESDAY 10/29 - HIGH HEEL RACE
THURSDAY 10/31 - HALLOWEEN
dcvegan Psychic Readings by Hannah will be giving readings on
the Botanical Bar patio on Tuesday and Thursday this week fro...
✎ Essay · Culture
Creating a Yoga Guild: The Case for Unionizing Yoga Teachers
I wanna start this essay by saying that I have come to this essay as the inevitable conclusion of the work that I have been doing in my market analysis of the yoga industrial complex (system). Like many things that I spent months researching inside…
Read the essay →Sharing a gem that reminds me of @johnschumacheryoga — his audio workshops on iHanuman were my every day classes for a long time when I was first learning to home practice with structure (a time before ashtanga!).
I had memorized all of my teachers faves, and so of course she encouraged me to take his workshops. I was making less than 30k in DC in 2008, ya know? I couldnt really afford it, so I saved. And those recordings helped reach me where I was. When I finally got to the workshop, John complimented “an intelligent lift in the side chest”— to see the pride in my teachers eyes in that moment… I’ll never forget.
I was nervous and i learned so much about boundary setting as a teacher by using some of the moments from the workshop as reflection points— like when he told me i didn’t need to thank him for his instruction as he was instructing. Looking back, it gives me a kind of second hand embarrassment and also the warmest smile
I dont think ive ever bad chance to thank him publicly. His good name opened doors for me with teachers that I admire and respect— simply by being a student of one of his students.
Thanks for making sure your teachings could reach those with a sincere interest in learning. Hope to pay the same forward.
I had memorized all of my teachers faves, and so of course she encouraged me to take his workshops. I was making less than 30k in DC in 2008, ya know? I couldnt really afford it, so I saved. And those recordings helped reach me where I was. When I finally got to the workshop, John complimented “an intelligent lift in the side chest”— to see the pride in my teachers eyes in that moment… I’ll never forget.
I was nervous and i learned so much about boundary setting as a teacher by using some of the moments from the workshop as reflection points— like when he told me i didn’t need to thank him for his instruction as he was instructing. Looking back, it gives me a kind of second hand embarrassment and also the warmest smile
I dont think ive ever bad chance to thank him publicly. His good name opened doors for me with teachers that I admire and respect— simply by being a student of one of his students.
Thanks for making sure your teachings could reach those with a sincere interest in learning. Hope to pay the same forward.
✎ Essay · Culture
Financial Equity for Yoga Teachers: Building Sustainable Business Models
Lets define equity, shall we? The financial challenges that many yoga teachers face have been an enduring issue within the industry. For years, teachers have struggled to earn livable wages, often working long hours with little job security, no benefits, and limited opportunities for growth.…
Read the essay →September 2024
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✎ Essay · Culture
What Yoga Teachers Can Learn About Business from Strippers
The first time I realized that I had something to learn from pole dancers was when I was teaching contortion at a pole dancing studio in exchange for private lessons on the Lyra (aerial hoop-- it went fine). Some students I knew were nursing sore…
Read the essay →August 2024
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friends. @dcmagazine Got
this one *so* right!
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friends. @dcmagazine Got
this one *so* right!
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DYNAMIC
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The Cure for Self-Importance
Hidden Brain
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July 2024
could my Tennessee friends ask Rep Ogle to leave DC alone?
in imagerepoyedc
OWOLEWA
US REPRESENTATIVE - DC
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate
Release
July 9, 2024
Contact: Zakery W (412)-897-2235
DC's US Rep Oye condemns efforts to defund Statehood
Commission
Tennessee Representative Ogles proposed an amendment to
H.R. 8773 to defund the DC Statehood Commission, also known
as the New Columbia Statehood Commission. The commission
advocates for Washington, D.C. to become the 51st state by
lobbying Congress, educating the public, drafting legislation,
and engaging with the community to build support for statehood.
This proposal is seen as another tactic to restrict the
representational autonomy of D.C.'s citizens.
"This amendment is just another attempt to silence DC in our
pursuit of equality and fairness" says Rep Oye "Mr. Ogles has
once again put politics over people by trying to defund DC's
Statehood Commission. For the past decade, DC Senators and
Representatives have reached across both aisles, amplifying our
cause for DC Statehood and strengthening our American
Democracy. Since 2021, as DC's Representatives, I have gone to
different states, both Republican and Democratic led, to promote
DC Statehood. Along with other statehood champions, we have
introduced and/or passed DC Statehood resolutions across this
country. I have appeared on worldwide platforms to advance our
cause. Mr. Ogle's proposed amendment proves that forces
against Democracy are noticing our efforts. As DC's
Representative, I vow to fight back against these threats, scale
up the advocacy and present our noble cause to all of America.
We in DC deserve our voices heard, our vote counted, and our
rights protected. Our only path forward is DC Statehood."
#HH
repoyedc CLICK HERE to see my response to Congress' latest
threat against our fight for DC Statehood. Rep Andy Ogles (R-...
could my Tennessee
friends ask Rep Ogle to
leave DC alone?
OWOLEWA
US REPRESENTATIVE - DC
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate
Release
July 9, 2024
Contact: Zakery W (412)-897-2235
DC's US Rep Oye condemns efforts to defund Statehood
Commission
Tennessee Representative Ogles proposed an amendment to
H.R. 8773 to defund the DC Statehood Commission, also known
as the New Columbia Statehood Commission. The commission
advocates for Washington, D.C. to become the 51st state by
lobbying Congress, educating the public, drafting legislation,
and engaging with the community to build support for statehood.
This proposal is seen as another tactic to restrict the
representational autonomy of D.C.'s citizens.
"This amendment is just another attempt to silence DC in our
pursuit of equality and fairness" says Rep Oye "Mr. Ogles has
once again put politics over people by trying to defund DC's
Statehood Commission. For the past decade, DC Senators and
Representatives have reached across both aisles, amplifying our
cause for DC Statehood and strengthening our American
Democracy. Since 2021, as DC's Representatives, I have gone to
different states, both Republican and Democratic led, to promote
DC Statehood. Along with other statehood champions, we have
introduced and/or passed DC Statehood resolutions across this
country. I have appeared on worldwide platforms to advance our
cause. Mr. Ogle's proposed amendment proves that forces
against Democracy are noticing our efforts. As DC's
Representative, I vow to fight back against these threats, scale
up the advocacy and present our noble cause to all of America.
We in DC deserve our voices heard, our vote counted, and our
rights protected. Our only path forward is DC Statehood."
#HH
repoyedc CLICK HERE to see my response to Congress' latest
threat against our fight for DC Statehood. Rep Andy Ogles (R-...
could my Tennessee
friends ask Rep Ogle to
leave DC alone?
June 2024
Enjoyment as a Discipline:
Hey y’all, it’s Michael here, bringing you some backbending inspiration from my workroom. My biggest tip? Stop making yourself miserable.
Incorporating enjoyment and gratitude into the discipline of yoga practice is in itself a transformative act. It shifts the focus from viewing practice as a duty or challenge to seeing it as a cherished part of daily life. This shift in perspective can significantly enhance a practitioner’s dedication and enthusiasm, making the practice more sustainable and enriching.
Commit to knocking the sh*t*y self talk off. Enjoyment is part of the process— be disciplined about its curation!
**
Intermediate Intensive -Nashville @yogashalanashville - 6/14-6/16
*
Primary Intensive- Washington, DC @theyoga.club - 6/21-6/23
Hey y’all, it’s Michael here, bringing you some backbending inspiration from my workroom. My biggest tip? Stop making yourself miserable.
Incorporating enjoyment and gratitude into the discipline of yoga practice is in itself a transformative act. It shifts the focus from viewing practice as a duty or challenge to seeing it as a cherished part of daily life. This shift in perspective can significantly enhance a practitioner’s dedication and enthusiasm, making the practice more sustainable and enriching.
Commit to knocking the sh*t*y self talk off. Enjoyment is part of the process— be disciplined about its curation!
**
Intermediate Intensive -Nashville @yogashalanashville - 6/14-6/16
*
Primary Intensive- Washington, DC @theyoga.club - 6/21-6/23
May 2024
in imageUPCOMING
EVENTS
6/7/24
6-8 pm
Goddess Circle: The Art
of Trusting Your Body.
Washington, DC
6/20/24
7-9 pm
Thursday Full Moon
Cacao + Sound Healing
Ceremony
Miami, FL
@MBODIED.LIFE
@mbodied.life
EVENTS
6/7/24
6-8 pm
Goddess Circle: The Art
of Trusting Your Body.
Washington, DC
6/20/24
7-9 pm
Thursday Full Moon
Cacao + Sound Healing
Ceremony
Miami, FL
@MBODIED.LIFE
@mbodied.life
in image@whitmanwalker
#goingtheextramile
@dczlegal
@miciaelioelhall
@peegsparadox
omadisonhowardu
#goingtheextramile
@dczlegal
@miciaelioelhall
@peegsparadox
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✎ Essay · Science and Tech
From Violence to Vision: The Radical Potential of Ashtanga Yoga to Combat Systemic Oppresion
Using Ashtanga Yoga to dismantle systemic oppression and promote healing. Reflections from my enriching experience in Birmingham, Alabama and Nashville, Tennessee, alongside friends like Heather Sullivan and Cory Bryant. Explains the appeal of systems thinking after a life-altering hate crime. Ashtanga Yoga can be a vehicle for inclusivity and empathy, challenging entrenched systems of oppression. Lets talk about it.
Read the essay →February 2024
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GMICHAELJOE
BRYANMCGEORGEMUSIC
DC friends
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DC friends
GJWALKOE
December 2023
@judydcz
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I really wanted to show off the boutineer some more. @leesflowersdc
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@wanderful.wally
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✎ Essay · Personal Notes
The Dharma Talk I Couldn’t Give: Conscious Consumerism
Confronting the farce of conscious consumerism, this week's dharma talk became a journey into stark reality. As an Ashtanga Yoga teacher, I grappled with the hypocrisy of our consumption patterns. From the Washington Post’s strike to Kristen Krash’s radical shift in Ecuador, these contrasting scenarios reveal the deep chasm between minor lifestyle changes and true liberation from consumerism. Acknowledging Carl Jung’s wisdom, we explore the unavoidable pain inherent in our societal system. This article delves into making conscious, albeit limited, choices while fostering compassion for our constraints. It's a candid exploration of the struggle to find balance in an imperfect world
Read the essay →October 2023
✎ Essay · Practice
Places to Practice Ashtanga
Do Not Practice with Malicious Advice Mallard(courtesy ashtanga memes) Looking to practice Ashtanga in the Washington, DC area? You’re in luck, as DC and Northern Virginia has a bounty of powerful, talented teachers… no wonder we have such an inspired (and inspiring!) community of practitioners. The…
Read the essay →September 2023
✎ Essay · Practice
Ashtanga Yoga Invocation
Curious about the chanting in Ashtanga yoga? Learn the meaning behind the chants and how it became enjoyable and accessible for practitioners.
Read the essay →@mimiriegeryoga
10 years— wow wow wow.
So fun to be a part of this crew’s learning journey. (Also— @yogaheightsdc is so cute)
10 years— wow wow wow.
So fun to be a part of this crew’s learning journey. (Also— @yogaheightsdc is so cute)
in image@mimiriegeryoga 10 years– wow wow wow. So fun to be a part of this crew's learning journey. (Also– @yogaheightsdc is so cute)
August 2023
“Slumming it in Shaw”
@compasscoffeedc
@evanrosskatz
@compasscoffeedc
@evanrosskatz
in image"Slumming it in Shaw"
@compasscoffeedc
Gevanrosskatz
@compasscoffeedc
Gevanrosskatz
February 2023
Adventures in the Arts with @judydcz -- We saw the American Ballet Company's production of Romeo & Juliet at the Kennedy Center.
Finding the energy to do the things that give us more energy can feel frustrating at times. I've been someone who had to "guard" his down-time, and I get it. But seeing performance art, catching up with friends, and generally being out in the world and in community also has a way of recharging my batteries.
It's a balance... But ultimately, the question becomes whats draining, what's sustaining, and what's nourishing.
Be a fountain, not a drain. Seek fountains.
If your engagements and responsibilities have precluded you from being in community, I want you to know I wish you well.
The pandemic has done a real number on people. Being around people who had to pretend like they were scared of going out so they didn't have to go to their domineering bosses idea of an "office" did a real number on people. Actually being scared did a real number on people. Watching loved ones die while your unemployment ran out and your business owners kept their PPP money and friends got raises and cars and houses... well, that did a real number on people. Being these people did a real number on people.
May we all heal from this collective trauma.
Cause listen... I know this is a hot take...I gotta tell ya... There's nothing quite like seeing art in person with people.
Finding the energy to do the things that give us more energy can feel frustrating at times. I've been someone who had to "guard" his down-time, and I get it. But seeing performance art, catching up with friends, and generally being out in the world and in community also has a way of recharging my batteries.
It's a balance... But ultimately, the question becomes whats draining, what's sustaining, and what's nourishing.
Be a fountain, not a drain. Seek fountains.
If your engagements and responsibilities have precluded you from being in community, I want you to know I wish you well.
The pandemic has done a real number on people. Being around people who had to pretend like they were scared of going out so they didn't have to go to their domineering bosses idea of an "office" did a real number on people. Actually being scared did a real number on people. Watching loved ones die while your unemployment ran out and your business owners kept their PPP money and friends got raises and cars and houses... well, that did a real number on people. Being these people did a real number on people.
May we all heal from this collective trauma.
Cause listen... I know this is a hot take...I gotta tell ya... There's nothing quite like seeing art in person with people.
December 2022
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dcist
DCist •
@DCist
Metrobus and rail service will be FREE
after 8 p.m. on New Year's Eve.
Service has also been extended to 2
a.m. on Jan. 1.
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TAP HERE
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Metrorail And Bus Service Will Be Free After 8 P.M.
On New Year's Eve
@washingtonianprobs
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DCist •
@DCist
Metrobus and rail service will be FREE
after 8 p.m. on New Year's Eve.
Service has also been extended to 2
a.m. on Jan. 1.
A0
TAP HERE
TAP TARGET
dcist.com
Metrorail And Bus Service Will Be Free After 8 P.M.
On New Year's Eve
@washingtonianprobs
more Sargant at @ngadc
in imagemore Sargant at Ongadc
Sargant at @ngadc
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COCCYX PAIN CASE
CLITS
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& COFFEE
PODCAST
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THINGS PELVIC HEALTH
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November 2022
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YOU'LL SEE OPPORTUNITIES. IF YOU
DON'T BELIEVE IT'LL WORK OUT,
YOU'LL SEE OBSTACLES."
-WAYNE DYER
SWEAT-DC
@sweatde
YOU'LL SEE OPPORTUNITIES. IF YOU
DON'T BELIEVE IT'LL WORK OUT,
YOU'LL SEE OBSTACLES."
-WAYNE DYER
SWEAT-DC
@sweatde
September 2022
work.
in image48: Victoria Wolfgang on
Autism, ADHD, and the Yoga
and Creative Practices that
@fourgardenspodcast and @diary.of.a.yogi
work.
Autism, ADHD, and the Yoga
and Creative Practices that
@fourgardenspodcast and @diary.of.a.yogi
work.
July 2022
note: 🥹😍😅 FOUND:
vintage @dcashtanga
sign-in sheet
vintage @dcashtanga
sign-in sheet
in imageName:
Whi tuey
1m
Ally
mipe
Д
tàhn
Moltr
Kate
SERaro
adina
аделе
алдя.
Jackie
2e0k
nar
DaTi
Requests/concerns?
FOUND:
vintage @dcashtanga
sign-in sheet
/Monthly:
Recurring: Drop-in: New!
Annolincements:
David Garrigues Dec 4.6!
Christine Hoar Oct. 29-Nov 1
V
U
X
Upcoming Moonday
Tuesday, October 21th
Wednesday, November 11th
Wecnesday, November 25th
Friday, December 11th
Friday, December 25th
Upcoming Workshops:
Backbends
nov. 15 at mind the mai
Seeing Bodies
Dec 13 at kali yoga
Reading for December:
Mark vwiriwe:
laoar
11/:2/15
note:
.
a
Whi tuey
1m
Ally
mipe
Д
tàhn
Moltr
Kate
SERaro
adina
аделе
алдя.
Jackie
2e0k
nar
DaTi
Requests/concerns?
FOUND:
vintage @dcashtanga
sign-in sheet
/Monthly:
Recurring: Drop-in: New!
Annolincements:
David Garrigues Dec 4.6!
Christine Hoar Oct. 29-Nov 1
V
U
X
Upcoming Moonday
Tuesday, October 21th
Wednesday, November 11th
Wecnesday, November 25th
Friday, December 11th
Friday, December 25th
Upcoming Workshops:
Backbends
nov. 15 at mind the mai
Seeing Bodies
Dec 13 at kali yoga
Reading for December:
Mark vwiriwe:
laoar
11/:2/15
note:
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Jenny and I met doing CrossFit over a decade ago.
I always forget to save a picture of us together. Thanks, boo!
She is changing lives at DCPS, and helping other educators all over the US.
I stan.
I always forget to save a picture of us together. Thanks, boo!
She is changing lives at DCPS, and helping other educators all over the US.
I stan.
in imageJenny and Imet doing CrossFit over
a decade ago.
I always forget to save a picture of
us together. Thanks, boo!
She is changing lives at DCPS, and
helping other educators all over
the US.
I stan.
a decade ago.
I always forget to save a picture of
us together. Thanks, boo!
She is changing lives at DCPS, and
helping other educators all over
the US.
I stan.
April 2022
scenes from
earlier this week … and I’m back in dc.
earlier this week … and I’m back in dc.
in imagescenes from earlier this week ... and I'm back in dc.
March 2022
wow wow wow
@judydcz @theyoga.club
@judydcz @theyoga.club
Another day at @theyoga.club
with @judydcz
with @judydcz
January 2022
also: missing @theyoga.club (but clearly y’all are in good hands with @diary.of.a.yogi, right @judydcz )
in imagealso: missing @theyoga.club
(but clearly y'all are in good hands with @diary.of.a.yogi, right @judydcz )
(but clearly y'all are in good hands with @diary.of.a.yogi, right @judydcz )
June 2021
post Mysore smoothie
with @judydcz at @southblock
with @judydcz at @southblock
in imageBELIEVE IN
YOURSELF
post Mysore smoothie
with @judydcz at
@southblock
YOURSELF
post Mysore smoothie
with @judydcz at
@southblock
“Hi my name is [your name], and I’m a resident of DC— [your address] — and I believe that critical race theory is an essential part of education in Washington, DC” not sure what to say?
in imagewashingtonianprobs
Jesse Rabinowitz
@jesserbnwtz
Republican Congressperson
@RepGrothman introduced a bill to
ban teaching Critical Race Theory in
DC Public Schools.
DC residents his office can be
reached at (202) 225-2476 if you
have any thoughts you'd like to
share.
Jessie Opoien • @jessieopie • 3h
INBOX: @RepGrothman, R-WI, "has
introduced the Ending Critical Race Theory in
D.C. Public Schools Act."
washingtonianprobs "Critical race theory is an academic
concept that is more than 40 years old. The core idea is tha...
not sure what to say?
>
"Hi my name is Lyour
name], and I'm a resident
of DC— [your address] —
and I believe that critical
race theory is an essential
part of education in
Washington, DC"
Jesse Rabinowitz
@jesserbnwtz
Republican Congressperson
@RepGrothman introduced a bill to
ban teaching Critical Race Theory in
DC Public Schools.
DC residents his office can be
reached at (202) 225-2476 if you
have any thoughts you'd like to
share.
Jessie Opoien • @jessieopie • 3h
INBOX: @RepGrothman, R-WI, "has
introduced the Ending Critical Race Theory in
D.C. Public Schools Act."
washingtonianprobs "Critical race theory is an academic
concept that is more than 40 years old. The core idea is tha...
not sure what to say?
>
"Hi my name is Lyour
name], and I'm a resident
of DC— [your address] —
and I believe that critical
race theory is an essential
part of education in
Washington, DC"
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5Y0
THANK YOU
@MICHAELJOELHALL FOR
LEADING A WONDERFUL YOGA
SESSION FOR @ HEARD.DC FIRST
EVENT!!!
MCARD.
• YOURS TRULY DC
@MERCYME.DC
@JBONDESON17
@DISTRICTDRAMS
5Y0
THANK YOU
@MICHAELJOELHALL FOR
LEADING A WONDERFUL YOGA
SESSION FOR @ HEARD.DC FIRST
EVENT!!!
MCARD.
• YOURS TRULY DC
@MERCYME.DC
@JBONDESON17
@DISTRICTDRAMS
The Yoga Clubâs very first ad will be right here.
When I first started coming to DC, I would go to a little coffee house at 22nd and P (love to Soho!) to hang out, spending time reading all of my favorite (read: free + edgy) DC newspapersâ The Blade, the City Paper... and Pathways.
Each of these publications has struggled to stay in print over the last 10 years. I likely donât need to tell yâall about the rapidly changing face of mediaâ and how it has adversely impacted queer journalism, alt-newspapers, and trade-zines.
For yâall that havenât been here for 30 years, lemmie tell ya: Pathways is the OG DC natural living/holistic health trade publication. Last year, Pathways didnât have a print publication (due largely to the pandemic... and the changing landscape of readership).
One of the reasons i love DC so much is precisely because i was able to find my tribeâ and so much of that is due to publications like this. Who knew that the local publications i loved growing up Iâd eventually get to work with?
We went with Pathways first because itâs owned by my bestieâs bestieâ and you know I love family owned and friend-ran.
For 7 years, my yoga program, DC Ashtanga, was fiercely independent and grassroots â and while we remain firmly non-commercial, the Yoga Club (my new practice space) wants to help others find community while also supporting and elevating others in our community.
While DC ashtanga will remain a grassroots practice group (as it always has been), weâre now proudly in residence in our new home at theyoga.club, and it is a pro ledge to help Pathways relaunch in print, so that other little woo woo gays can find a copy... and a tribe.
When I first started coming to DC, I would go to a little coffee house at 22nd and P (love to Soho!) to hang out, spending time reading all of my favorite (read: free + edgy) DC newspapersâ The Blade, the City Paper... and Pathways.
Each of these publications has struggled to stay in print over the last 10 years. I likely donât need to tell yâall about the rapidly changing face of mediaâ and how it has adversely impacted queer journalism, alt-newspapers, and trade-zines.
For yâall that havenât been here for 30 years, lemmie tell ya: Pathways is the OG DC natural living/holistic health trade publication. Last year, Pathways didnât have a print publication (due largely to the pandemic... and the changing landscape of readership).
One of the reasons i love DC so much is precisely because i was able to find my tribeâ and so much of that is due to publications like this. Who knew that the local publications i loved growing up Iâd eventually get to work with?
We went with Pathways first because itâs owned by my bestieâs bestieâ and you know I love family owned and friend-ran.
For 7 years, my yoga program, DC Ashtanga, was fiercely independent and grassroots â and while we remain firmly non-commercial, the Yoga Club (my new practice space) wants to help others find community while also supporting and elevating others in our community.
While DC ashtanga will remain a grassroots practice group (as it always has been), weâre now proudly in residence in our new home at theyoga.club, and it is a pro ledge to help Pathways relaunch in print, so that other little woo woo gays can find a copy... and a tribe.
May 2021
Catch the interview with Vanessa here!
She’s the GM of Kinfolk, a DC dispensary—
minority owned, womanled, and ground-breaking.
She’s the GM of Kinfolk, a DC dispensary—
minority owned, womanled, and ground-breaking.
in imageCatch the interview
with Vanessa here!
She's the GM of
Kinfolk, a DC
dispensary-
minority owned,
womanled, and ground-
breaking.
#ATWOL
A Thousand Words or Less: The Podcast
atwol.org
Created/Hosted By: Lee Swann
1
March 22 - Episode Twelve, Part
Two
A Thousand Words or Less: The
Podcast
with Vanessa here!
She's the GM of
Kinfolk, a DC
dispensary-
minority owned,
womanled, and ground-
breaking.
#ATWOL
A Thousand Words or Less: The Podcast
atwol.org
Created/Hosted By: Lee Swann
1
March 22 - Episode Twelve, Part
Two
A Thousand Words or Less: The
Podcast
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SPECIAL
GUEST:
VANESSA
WEST
DC's KINFOLK
Dispensary GM
L7
New Fnisode Out Now!
atwol leeswann
@vanessisamess
SPECIAL
GUEST:
VANESSA
WEST
DC's KINFOLK
Dispensary GM
L7
New Fnisode Out Now!
atwol leeswann
@vanessisamess
@transformerdc
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NTO INITTTATTAN
MOOT LNO DNIMOOT/NI DNIMOOT
@transformerdc
LOOKING IIN/LOOKING OUT LOOK
NTO INITTTATTAN
MOOT LNO DNIMOOT/NI DNIMOOT
@transformerdc
March 2021
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SPECIAL
GUEST:
VANESSA
WEST
DC's KINFOLK
Dispensary GM
L7
New Fnisode Out Now!
atwol_leeswann
@vanessisamess
SPECIAL
GUEST:
VANESSA
WEST
DC's KINFOLK
Dispensary GM
L7
New Fnisode Out Now!
atwol_leeswann
@vanessisamess
@redcanarysong is a transnational focused organization supporting Asian woman in the sex work industry. OUR TENETS.
No more police raids and deportations. Policing is not social work. Arrest and and sentencing, even with diversion programming, is not a humane way to deliver social services.
Labor rights in our workplaces, regardless of immigration status: Freedom to openly assemble without fear, share resources, and collectively organize for better wages and working conditions
Nothing about us without us. Respect and dignified livelihood for all sex workers and migrant workers. #1. Donate to a sex workers right organization.
No more police raids and deportations. Policing is not social work. Arrest and and sentencing, even with diversion programming, is not a humane way to deliver social services.
Labor rights in our workplaces, regardless of immigration status: Freedom to openly assemble without fear, share resources, and collectively organize for better wages and working conditions
Nothing about us without us. Respect and dignified livelihood for all sex workers and migrant workers. #1. Donate to a sex workers right organization.
in image#1. Donate to a sex workers
right organization.
Credcanarysong is a
transnational focused
organization supporting
Asian woman in the sex work
industry.
OUR TENETS.
No more police raids and
deportations. Policing is
not social work. Arrest and
and sentencing, even with
diversion programming, is
not a humane way to deliver
social services.
Labor rights in our
workplaces, regardless of
immigration status: Freedom
to openly assemble without
fear, share resources, and
collectively organize for
better wages and working
conditions
Nothing about us without
us. Respect and dignified
livelihood for all sex
workers and migrant
workers.
right organization.
Credcanarysong is a
transnational focused
organization supporting
Asian woman in the sex work
industry.
OUR TENETS.
No more police raids and
deportations. Policing is
not social work. Arrest and
and sentencing, even with
diversion programming, is
not a humane way to deliver
social services.
Labor rights in our
workplaces, regardless of
immigration status: Freedom
to openly assemble without
fear, share resources, and
collectively organize for
better wages and working
conditions
Nothing about us without
us. Respect and dignified
livelihood for all sex
workers and migrant
workers.
February 2021
@judydcz is working on Pasasana. It’s hard Af.
This pose is much easier if you’re two dimensional. here’s a picture I found.
This pose is much easier if you’re two dimensional. here’s a picture I found.
in imageCjudydcz is working on
Pasasana. It's hard Af.
here's a picture I found.
This pose is much easier if
you' re two dimensional.
Pasasana. It's hard Af.
here's a picture I found.
This pose is much easier if
you' re two dimensional.
December 2020
Could you use some community and support?
@flowyogacenter
has supported practice in DC For almost 20 Years. Nows a great time to engage.
@flowyogacenter
has supported practice in DC For almost 20 Years. Nows a great time to engage.
in imageCould you use some
community and support?
@flowyogacenter
has supported practice in
DC For almost 20 Years.
Nows a great time to engage.
finding_flow_dc
finding_flow_dc Making space for true rest - the kind that's
restorative & healing and can help you counteract all the str...
OK
community and support?
@flowyogacenter
has supported practice in
DC For almost 20 Years.
Nows a great time to engage.
finding_flow_dc
finding_flow_dc Making space for true rest - the kind that's
restorative & healing and can help you counteract all the str...
OK
With DC bars and restaurants and museums and libraries closing again, a quick note: your yoga teachers have been out of work for 9 months.
DC Unemployment is $137/month. Not to put too fine a point on it: my insurance went up to $555 a month.
Do the math.
DC Unemployment is $137/month. Not to put too fine a point on it: my insurance went up to $555 a month.
Do the math.
September 2020
are you a member at Flow Yoga in DC? WEDNESDAY:
in imageare you a member at Flow Yoga in DC?
WEDNESDAY:
5-5:50 PM
VINYASA FLOW WITH @MICHAELJOELHALL
YOGI TIME
@michaeljoelhall
WEDNESDAY:
5-5:50 PM
VINYASA FLOW WITH @MICHAELJOELHALL
YOGI TIME
@michaeljoelhall
July 2020
in image2+ Races
Some Other Race
Asian
Native H...
Statehood is a
racial justice
issue.
White
Black/African American: 319,375 (44.53%)
Black/Afric...
DC would be the
Blackest state in
America.
States such as Wyoming and Vermont
are overwhelmingly white and have
smaller populations. Why should we be
entitled to less representation?
@persistgw
Some Other Race
Asian
Native H...
Statehood is a
racial justice
issue.
White
Black/African American: 319,375 (44.53%)
Black/Afric...
DC would be the
Blackest state in
America.
States such as Wyoming and Vermont
are overwhelmingly white and have
smaller populations. Why should we be
entitled to less representation?
@persistgw
in imageFOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, A BODY
OF CONGRESS HAS PASSED A BILL
IN FAVOR OF
DC
STATEHOOD
@persistgw
OF CONGRESS HAS PASSED A BILL
IN FAVOR OF
DC
STATEHOOD
@persistgw
June 2020
pride yoga: June 27 - 10am- Logan Circle- irl & online w/ @dcfray - free - link in bio - please socially distance and bring a towel or blanket 🙂
@tradebardc pride yoga
Logan 10am
also online (link in bio)
Logan 10am
also online (link in bio)
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SV K2
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STAY
TRADE
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nifave bar
pride yoga
Logan 10am Ctradebarde
also online (link in bio)
SV K2
D
STAY
TRADE
Huke d little sign next tc
(,1
nifave bar
pride yoga
Logan 10am Ctradebarde
also online (link in bio)
love you @tradebardc
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LIVES
MATTER
JUSTICE 4
GEORGE FLOYD
BLACK
TRAMS L)
MATTER!
TRADE
BLACKR
LIVES
MATTER
love you @tradebardc
S
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LIVES
MATTER
JUSTICE 4
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TRADE
BLACKR
LIVES
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love you @tradebardc
S
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Yoga Today:
11a Amped Up Vinyasa
5p Meditation & Pranayama
7p Chilled Out Flow (w/ @dcfray )
11a Amped Up Vinyasa
5p Meditation & Pranayama
7p Chilled Out Flow (w/ @dcfray )
in imageYoga Today:
1la Amped Up Vinyasa
5p Meditation & Pranayama
7p Chilled Out Flow (w/
@dcfray )
1la Amped Up Vinyasa
5p Meditation & Pranayama
7p Chilled Out Flow (w/
@dcfray )
May 2020
First, a thank you to Teaism. We love you.
Second, an admonishment to Brasserie Beckâ The tone deafness of BB makes me wonder about the employment demographics of upper management at RWâs restaurant group. How white? How male? If you feel like you have to a apologize to your guests for being exposed to the outcry of a community who had just seen a member murdered, and not to the community for their pain.... your priorities look very clear.
https://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/food/article/21135695/teaism-other-downtown-dc-restaurants-damaged-in-saturday-night-protests
Second, an admonishment to Brasserie Beckâ The tone deafness of BB makes me wonder about the employment demographics of upper management at RWâs restaurant group. How white? How male? If you feel like you have to a apologize to your guests for being exposed to the outcry of a community who had just seen a member murdered, and not to the community for their pain.... your priorities look very clear.
https://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/food/article/21135695/teaism-other-downtown-dc-restaurants-damaged-in-saturday-night-protests
Ashtanga
Power Hour
11
@dcashtanga
Power Hour
11
@dcashtanga
i💓u @daniidc !!
in imagedaniidc 1m
HAPPY
@MICHAELJOELHALL
BiRTHO
reunited and it fet
SO GOOD
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MEMORIES
MAR 4, 2018
HAPPY
@MICHAELJOELHALL
BiRTHO
reunited and it fet
SO GOOD
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@daniidc
MEMORIES
MAR 4, 2018
MORNING!
YOGA SOCIAL
W/ @DCFRAY
TODAY AT 10AM.
HMU B4 945 (PAY WHAT YOU CAN! $7 SUGGESTED)
YOGA SOCIAL
W/ @DCFRAY
TODAY AT 10AM.
HMU B4 945 (PAY WHAT YOU CAN! $7 SUGGESTED)
Looking for a little social with your yoga? DC Fray is hosting a yoga class ($7) and social tonight at 7!
https://commi.sh/seasons/5953
https://commi.sh/seasons/5953
TUESDAY:
745: FOUNDATIONS
9: MYSORE
5: PHILOSOPHY *** GET ON-DEMAND, PRE-RECORDED CONTENT W/ PATREON (BIG DROP TONIGHT OF 3! NEW CLASSES!!!) MONDAY:
11: VINYASA
5: MEDITATION & BREATH WORK
7: YOGA SOCIAL W/ @DCFRAY
745: FOUNDATIONS
9: MYSORE
5: PHILOSOPHY *** GET ON-DEMAND, PRE-RECORDED CONTENT W/ PATREON (BIG DROP TONIGHT OF 3! NEW CLASSES!!!) MONDAY:
11: VINYASA
5: MEDITATION & BREATH WORK
7: YOGA SOCIAL W/ @DCFRAY
in imageMONDAY:
11: VINYASA
5: MEDITATION & BREATH WORK
7: YOGA SOCIAL WI @DCFRAY
TUESDAY:
745: FOUNDATIONS
9: MYSORE
5: PHILOSOPHY
*** GET ON-DEMAND, PR
RECORDED CONTENT W/ PATRE
(BIG DROP TONIGHT OF 3! NE
CLASSES!
11: VINYASA
5: MEDITATION & BREATH WORK
7: YOGA SOCIAL WI @DCFRAY
TUESDAY:
745: FOUNDATIONS
9: MYSORE
5: PHILOSOPHY
*** GET ON-DEMAND, PR
RECORDED CONTENT W/ PATRE
(BIG DROP TONIGHT OF 3! NE
CLASSES!
April 2020
HMU for a pass!
@dcfray
Yoga
tonight at 7pm
@dcfray
Yoga
tonight at 7pm
in image@dcfray Yoga tonight at 7pm HMU for a pass!
Join me for a
social sports
meets
mindfulness experience
W/ DC Fray
social sports
meets
mindfulness experience
W/ DC Fray
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FRAY
balance gym
YOGA SOCIAL
Join me for a
@balancegym
social sports
meets
mindfulness experience
W/ DC Fray
h
FRAY
balance gym
YOGA SOCIAL
Join me for a
@balancegym
social sports
meets
mindfulness experience
W/ DC Fray
wfh looks like this @daniidc
@katelynntully
@dzmlegal
@katelynntully
@dzmlegal
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BTLE BODY
OSNI ME
BHAGAVAD GITA
wfh looks like this
~
Cdaniide
@katelynntully
@dzmlegal
Participares jeg
Michae! Hal (Host, me)
MacBook Pro
BTLE BODY
OSNI ME
BHAGAVAD GITA
wfh looks like this
~
Cdaniide
@katelynntully
@dzmlegal
Participares jeg
Michae! Hal (Host, me)
MacBook Pro
@dcashtanga #homepracticechallenge #tomfoolery
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#tomfoolery
#homepracticechallenge
#tomfoolery
#homepracticechallenge
@dcashtanga
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COGKAC
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@dcashtange
COGKAC
12
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@dcashtange
Solitary? Thereâs only really ever one of us in here anyway.
https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.motherjones.com_crime-2Djustice_2020_03_social-2Ddistancing-2Dkeith-2Dlamar-2Dsolitary-2Dconfinement-2Dcoronavirus_&d=DwMGaQ&c=0W9Vy5nnhl9u_frqx4vrzKSNz08jjO3fIve6wVqRTVo&r=xLu8kBLBwpgCkr_wpaJlQLa9hHrBTfHy818VXLMidX8&m=IRgY1vjCFUkN2BnjKA34ASjRk-W73qRMmEdlmnUpSi4&s=VEBUtAXu1ZT1B1Dys6VpITKwb1qBZU8AnV3hHmeu2vI&e
https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.motherjones.com_crime-2Djustice_2020_03_social-2Ddistancing-2Dkeith-2Dlamar-2Dsolitary-2Dconfinement-2Dcoronavirus_&d=DwMGaQ&c=0W9Vy5nnhl9u_frqx4vrzKSNz08jjO3fIve6wVqRTVo&r=xLu8kBLBwpgCkr_wpaJlQLa9hHrBTfHy818VXLMidX8&m=IRgY1vjCFUkN2BnjKA34ASjRk-W73qRMmEdlmnUpSi4&s=VEBUtAXu1ZT1B1Dys6VpITKwb1qBZU8AnV3hHmeu2vI&e
in imageBecky >
I gave up the day before yesterday
because I didn't know what to do
Will try again.
Just hold em and meditate on
whatever energy you'd like to
absorb
Rose quartz you can think heart
chakra. Selenite is highly cleansing.
1 meant the dc unemployment
website but this is more useful toah
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an ioop
Loll!!i
Oh yeah I have no fucking idea what
im doing
hahahahahahahhahahha
I gave up the day before yesterday
because I didn't know what to do
Will try again.
Just hold em and meditate on
whatever energy you'd like to
absorb
Rose quartz you can think heart
chakra. Selenite is highly cleansing.
1 meant the dc unemployment
website but this is more useful toah
L
an ioop
Loll!!i
Oh yeah I have no fucking idea what
im doing
hahahahahahahhahahha
March 2020
Up Sunday:
9am: 30 minute session on Balance Gyms Facebook page.
10am: Mysore style ASHTANGA yoga tomorrow with DC Ashtanga on Zoom!
9am: 30 minute session on Balance Gyms Facebook page.
10am: Mysore style ASHTANGA yoga tomorrow with DC Ashtanga on Zoom!
I have a 30 Minute Live Stream courtesy of Balance Gym at 11 and a 75 Minute Ashtanga Remix on Zoom courtesy of DC Ashtanga at 11:30. You in?
ASHTANGA remix, Saturday at 11:30est. Itâs our last class of the soft opening of the dcashtanga cyber shala!
http://dcashtanga.com/schedule/
http://dcashtanga.com/schedule/
@[100043517696103:2048:DC Ashtanga] is going live with an interactive Led Primary at 9 am on Zoom!
Friends, tthis is our penultimate trial class-- only one more to go! I hope you'll join us.
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
Friends, tthis is our penultimate trial class-- only one more to go! I hope you'll join us.
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
Curious at what life in DC looks like for different folks from all walks of life? Yours truly is featured.
https://washingtoncitypaper.atavist.com/the-home-front
https://washingtoncitypaper.atavist.com/the-home-front
https://washingtoncitypaper.atavist.com/the-home-front
https://washingtoncitypaper.atavist.com/the-home-front
The @[100043517696103:2048:DC Ashtanga] Cyber Shala is Live for self-practice. 7:30-9:30 EST.
Iâd love to see you!
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
Iâd love to see you!
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
DC ASHTANGA CYBER SHALA
TODAY:
MYSORE STYLE SELF PRACTICE
7:30-9:30
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25: 9AM-10:30AM: GUIDED HALF-PRIMARY & HALF INTERMEDIATE
ZOOM IN.
452-649-9111
TODAY:
MYSORE STYLE SELF PRACTICE
7:30-9:30
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25: 9AM-10:30AM: GUIDED HALF-PRIMARY & HALF INTERMEDIATE
ZOOM IN.
452-649-9111
in imageDC ASHTANGA CYBER SHALA
TODAY:
MYSORE STYLE SELF PRACTICE
7:30-9:30
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25:
9AM-10:30AM: GUIDED HALF-
PRIMARY & HALF INTERMEDIATE
ZOOM IN.
452-649-9111
TODAY:
MYSORE STYLE SELF PRACTICE
7:30-9:30
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25:
9AM-10:30AM: GUIDED HALF-
PRIMARY & HALF INTERMEDIATE
ZOOM IN.
452-649-9111
The DC Ashtanga Cyber Shala's schedules
Tuesday, March 24: 730-9:30am: Mysore Style Self-Practice:
Wednesday, March 25: 9am-10:30am: Guided Half-Primary & Half Intermediate
Zoom in: 452-649-9111
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
Tuesday, March 24: 730-9:30am: Mysore Style Self-Practice:
Wednesday, March 25: 9am-10:30am: Guided Half-Primary & Half Intermediate
Zoom in: 452-649-9111
https://zoom.us/j/4526499111
tune in to @tradebardc
on twitter and watch an incredible drag show. (...come thru @kcbyonce )
on twitter and watch an incredible drag show. (...come thru @kcbyonce )
in imagetune in to @tradebardc
on twitter and watch an
incredible drag show.
(...come thru
@kcbyonce)
1L
@DONATEGAC
MacBook Air
on twitter and watch an
incredible drag show.
(...come thru
@kcbyonce)
1L
@DONATEGAC
MacBook Air
Molly and I have been friends for more than 15 years. She has been a community organizer, artist advocate, and entrepreneur. Her company, Heartcast Media, produces one of my favorite podcasts, the DC Yoga Podcast.
If you've been thinking about starting a podcast, now's an incredible time. Do it.
If you've been thinking about starting a podcast, now's an incredible time. Do it.
in image@DCASHTANGA
#HOMEPRACTICECHALLENGE
UTTHITA HASTA PADANGUSTHASANA
@DCASHTANGA
#HOMEPRACTICECHALLENGE
UTTHITA HASTA
PADANGUSTHASANA
#HOMEPRACTICECHALLENGE
UTTHITA HASTA PADANGUSTHASANA
@DCASHTANGA
#HOMEPRACTICECHALLENGE
UTTHITA HASTA
PADANGUSTHASANA
Check out the ASHTANGA Nation Newsletterâ Maggieâs got a zoom class with the ASHTANGA Nation Crew on Friday morning â Iâm sure sheâd let some DC Ashtangiâs come in and practice led primary... but guys.
CHECKOUT THE KIDS YOGA
https://mailchi.mp/55e47c7dfed1/chantingandpresidentsday-1070827?fbclid=IwAR1YBc4trXS9wttXkViYeGIFRTCjacxGIyoGV2unzhyta_BgDiO3e_VTE-s
CHECKOUT THE KIDS YOGA
https://mailchi.mp/55e47c7dfed1/chantingandpresidentsday-1070827?fbclid=IwAR1YBc4trXS9wttXkViYeGIFRTCjacxGIyoGV2unzhyta_BgDiO3e_VTE-s
Maggieâs got a zoom class with the ASHTANGA Nation Crew on Friday morning â Iâm sure sheâd let some DC Ashtangiâs come in and practice led primary... but guys. You gotta see those kids videos.
#homepracticechallenge
@dcashtanga
@dcashtanga
#homepractice
@dcashtanga
@dcashtanga
in image#homepractice
@dcashtanga
PO
@dcashtanga
PO
*hmu for a guest pass
Tonight:
5:30pm Mysore
@eaton.dc wednesday:
12pm vinyasa
@balancegym friday:
1205 vinyasa
@balancegym led primary
Friday evening.
530p @balancegym
Tonight:
5:30pm Mysore
@eaton.dc wednesday:
12pm vinyasa
@balancegym friday:
1205 vinyasa
@balancegym led primary
Friday evening.
530p @balancegym
in imageTonight: 5:30pm Mysore @eaton.dc
wednesday: 12pm vinyasa @balancegym
friday: 1205 vinyasa @balancegym
led primary
Friday evening.
530p @balancegym
*hmu for a guest pass
wednesday: 12pm vinyasa @balancegym
friday: 1205 vinyasa @balancegym
led primary
Friday evening.
530p @balancegym
*hmu for a guest pass
February 2020
Afternoon mysore
@eaton.dc
5:30-7:30
@eaton.dc
5:30-7:30
in imageAfternoon
my sore
Ceaton.dc
5:30-7:30
my sore
Ceaton.dc
5:30-7:30
Having trouble finding the next step? That’s where Ashtanga Yoga (and I) come in.
This yoga system is a lot like the game show Jeopardy— it gives you the answer first, and makes you come up with the questions. That’s why it’s brilliant, and oh-so personal.
Ashtanga Yoga gives practitioners the framework to solve little puzzles— physical, emotional, temporal.
In order for practice to work, we have to look inside for clues. They help to tease out what excellence, ethical living, and alignment truly mean to each of us as individuals.
The Mysore style gives you a collaborative partner so that you can get some assistance in finding the next step— then get support in taking it. ...with friendliness and compassion.
Then the next one.
And the one after that.
Developing a yogic mindset is life changing— it allows you to trouble shoot without crumbling, to heal without spite, and to release long held labels without giving up either quality or personal values.
Yoga Sutras 1:43-When the memory is well purified, the knowledge of the object of concentration shines alone, devoid of the distinction of name and quality. This is Nirvitarka Samadhi, or Samadhi without deliberation.
—-
Join me in the mysore room with DC Ashtanga, in Ecuador for an Ashtanga Adventure Retreat, or book a private online or in person. Link in Bio.
This yoga system is a lot like the game show Jeopardy— it gives you the answer first, and makes you come up with the questions. That’s why it’s brilliant, and oh-so personal.
Ashtanga Yoga gives practitioners the framework to solve little puzzles— physical, emotional, temporal.
In order for practice to work, we have to look inside for clues. They help to tease out what excellence, ethical living, and alignment truly mean to each of us as individuals.
The Mysore style gives you a collaborative partner so that you can get some assistance in finding the next step— then get support in taking it. ...with friendliness and compassion.
Then the next one.
And the one after that.
Developing a yogic mindset is life changing— it allows you to trouble shoot without crumbling, to heal without spite, and to release long held labels without giving up either quality or personal values.
Yoga Sutras 1:43-When the memory is well purified, the knowledge of the object of concentration shines alone, devoid of the distinction of name and quality. This is Nirvitarka Samadhi, or Samadhi without deliberation.
—-
Join me in the mysore room with DC Ashtanga, in Ecuador for an Ashtanga Adventure Retreat, or book a private online or in person. Link in Bio.
January 2020
Are you an ASHTANGA practitioner in DC? This is for you!
Yoga practitioners can often be segmented out into categorical archetypes based on their approach to practice:
Scientist.
Artist.
Athlete.
Do you approach your yoga practice from a place of curiosity and experimentation? You might be the scientist archetype.
Do you approach it from a sense of creation, craft, and beauty? You might be the artist.
Are you concerned with jumping further, faster, and farther? You guessed it: athlete.
Regardless of where you fall in terms of approaching the shapes, some anatomical knowledge can go a long way to honing your construction.
Want to learn more? Join me on Saturday and Sunday for an applied anatomy immersion at @vidafitnessdc —- send me a DM for more info!
Scientist.
Artist.
Athlete.
Do you approach your yoga practice from a place of curiosity and experimentation? You might be the scientist archetype.
Do you approach it from a sense of creation, craft, and beauty? You might be the artist.
Are you concerned with jumping further, faster, and farther? You guessed it: athlete.
Regardless of where you fall in terms of approaching the shapes, some anatomical knowledge can go a long way to honing your construction.
Want to learn more? Join me on Saturday and Sunday for an applied anatomy immersion at @vidafitnessdc —- send me a DM for more info!
Iâm so excited to listen to this one
https://soundcloud.com/chrispyoga/dc-yoga-podcast-annie-and-amir
https://soundcloud.com/chrispyoga/dc-yoga-podcast-annie-and-amir
December 2019
Did you guys get the DC Ashtanga newsletter?
November 2019
Thinking of my urban farmers today.
https://www.agritecture.com/blog/2019/11/19/agritecture-exclusive-dc-set-to-become-3rd-major-us-city-to-hire-a-director-of-urban-agriculture
https://www.agritecture.com/blog/2019/11/19/agritecture-exclusive-dc-set-to-become-3rd-major-us-city-to-hire-a-director-of-urban-agriculture
Schedule Practice:
7-10
Mysore
@dcashtanga
6-7
Hot Vinyasa
@hotspotdupont
7-10
Mysore
@dcashtanga
6-7
Hot Vinyasa
@hotspotdupont
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II SHREE BETAL KAPLESHWAR PRASSAN II
LORD GANESHA
"Schedule Practice:
7-10
Mysore
@dcashtanga
6-7
Hot Vinyasa
Chotspotdupont
i,
II SHREE BETAL KAPLESHWAR PRASSAN II
LORD GANESHA
"Schedule Practice:
7-10
Mysore
@dcashtanga
6-7
Hot Vinyasa
Chotspotdupont
October 2019
Led 1/2 primary today at 5:30. Eaton DC. Class pass & drop ins welcome. Free for members of Eaton & DC Ashtanga.
September 2019
also me:
on my way to @tradebardc cc: @pauldwin
on my way to @tradebardc cc: @pauldwin
in imagealso me:
on my way to
@tradebarde
cc: @pauldwin
on my way to
@tradebarde
cc: @pauldwin
August 2019
Check out yoga teacher talks podcast for an interview with me!
The links in the bio!
The links in the bio!
I had the wonderful opportunity to chat with my dear friend Stuart and Micah on their engaging new podcastâ Yoga Teacher Talks. We discuss inclusivity, holding space, and what goes into *teaching* yoga. Ohâ and we talk chanting!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-were-all-gonna-die/id1476339595?i=1000448031718
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-were-all-gonna-die/id1476339595?i=1000448031718
The District had its highest number of reported hate crimes last year: 204. Thatâs a year of gay men being beaten, black girls being threatened, transgender women being hurt, synagogues being harassed, Muslims being taunted and a Trump supporter smacked in a restaurant.
Liu, speaking at a forum at the Justice Department last month on combating anti-Semitism, said that sometimes, the odds of conviction are better when they donât press a hate-crime charge.
But that ignores what hate crimes do to the people who experience them. And it doesnât make vulnerable people feel like anyoneâs got their backs.
Eleanor Holmes Norton: âAs you may know, the number of reported hate crimes in the District of Columbia almost doubled between 2016 and 2018. Many of these crimes were targeted at the LGBTQ community, especially transgender individuals. At a recent well-attended community forum, I learned that this community feels it is under siege. I agree,â she wrote. âAs you are well aware, it takes only a few prosecutions to create a deterrent effect.â
https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/a-prosecutor-wont-do-her-job-so-bigots-are-getting-away-with-hate-crimes-in-dc/2019/08/22/9d6499c4-c508-11e9-9986-1fb3e4397be4_story.html
Liu, speaking at a forum at the Justice Department last month on combating anti-Semitism, said that sometimes, the odds of conviction are better when they donât press a hate-crime charge.
But that ignores what hate crimes do to the people who experience them. And it doesnât make vulnerable people feel like anyoneâs got their backs.
Eleanor Holmes Norton: âAs you may know, the number of reported hate crimes in the District of Columbia almost doubled between 2016 and 2018. Many of these crimes were targeted at the LGBTQ community, especially transgender individuals. At a recent well-attended community forum, I learned that this community feels it is under siege. I agree,â she wrote. âAs you are well aware, it takes only a few prosecutions to create a deterrent effect.â
https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/a-prosecutor-wont-do-her-job-so-bigots-are-getting-away-with-hate-crimes-in-dc/2019/08/22/9d6499c4-c508-11e9-9986-1fb3e4397be4_story.html
So... to those of you in DC who are no longer frequenting SoulCycle, Milkbar, nor Equinox... are you still shopping at CVS?
https://www.out.com/news/2019/8/15/cvs-reportedly-major-donor-trumps-2020-campaign
https://www.out.com/news/2019/8/15/cvs-reportedly-major-donor-trumps-2020-campaign
Any of my DC crew remember the murder of Timex? He was found in a suitcase in the Dupont underground in the early-to-mid 2000s. Having trouble finding any articles or repeats from that time. Help?
@crystalashram
@eaton.dc
7pm
sound bath tonight 7/21
@eaton.dc
7pm
sound bath tonight 7/21
in imagesound bath tonight 7/21 @crystalashram @eaton.dc 7pm
grey + rainy
but I’m going
to @eaton.dc
to practice with
@yogiman_83 wanna come?
there’s time.
and valet = $3
but I’m going
to @eaton.dc
to practice with
@yogiman_83 wanna come?
there’s time.
and valet = $3
in imagegrey + rainy
but I'm going
to Ceaton.dc
to practice with
@yogiman 83
wanna come?
there's time.
and valet = $3
but I'm going
to Ceaton.dc
to practice with
@yogiman 83
wanna come?
there's time.
and valet = $3
in imageHOT SPOT DUPONT
Yoga in the Park
w/ Becca Thomas
Sunday, August 11 • 5-6:15pm
Meridian Hill Park•Washington, DC
16th & Euclid Corner of Park
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat, towel & water!
More Information:
https://hotspotdupont.com/yoga-in-the-park
Yoga in the Park
w/ Becca Thomas
Sunday, August 11 • 5-6:15pm
Meridian Hill Park•Washington, DC
16th & Euclid Corner of Park
All levels welcome! Please bring your own mat, towel & water!
More Information:
https://hotspotdupont.com/yoga-in-the-park
w/ @mikeybs345 yoga foundations
and fundamentals:
Monday
7:15pm-8:15pm @eaton.dc @eaton.dc @eaton.dc w/ @abbypatersonyoga Mysore style
ashtanga yoga
for beginners:
Monday
7:15am-8:15am
w/ @mikeybs345 don’t sleep on
your chance
to get started!
and fundamentals:
Monday
7:15pm-8:15pm @eaton.dc @eaton.dc @eaton.dc w/ @abbypatersonyoga Mysore style
ashtanga yoga
for beginners:
Monday
7:15am-8:15am
w/ @mikeybs345 don’t sleep on
your chance
to get started!
in imagedon't sleep on
your chance
to get started!
Ceaton.dc
Ceaton. dc
Ceaton.dc
Mysore style
ashtanga yoga
for beginners:
Monday
7: 15am-8: 15am
0
w/
@mikeybs345
yoga foundations
and fundamentals:
Monday
7:15pm-8:15pm
w/ @abbypaterson
your chance
to get started!
Ceaton.dc
Ceaton. dc
Ceaton.dc
Mysore style
ashtanga yoga
for beginners:
Monday
7: 15am-8: 15am
0
w/
@mikeybs345
yoga foundations
and fundamentals:
Monday
7:15pm-8:15pm
w/ @abbypaterson
practice with Lauri tomorrow
@eaton.dc
bring a friend,
on the house.
1030am
@eaton.dc
bring a friend,
on the house.
1030am
in imagepractice with Lauri tomorrow
Ceaton.dc
bring a friend,
on the house.
1030am
Ceaton.dc
bring a friend,
on the house.
1030am
July 2019
FLOW class
@eaton.dc
Friday
7/26
6pm
@eaton.dc
Friday
7/26
6pm
A member of the greater DC/NOVA yoga community, @andreharrisyoga came in to visit today at @dcashtanga . He lives in Washington (state, not DC) now, and only gets back to visit about once a year. I love seeing him!
Lately, he has been struggling with injury. Life is like that, ya know? @livelyogini And he went over a bunch of great tactics including #FRC over at @ashtanganation to help him get stronger.
I recognized the work they had done (Maggie and I have worked together a lot over the years), and was able to facilitate further. The truth is, André wanted to work on his tick-tok (and so did I!) but we had some more pressing issues to resolve.
Together, we explored upstream and downstream to find compensatory movement patterns that have perhaps been leading to some of the injury, and examined how to remove the pattern by introducing a new one.
If it came automatically, we’d all move perfectly. We don’t. Andre’s patience with the developmental drills and upstream/downstream modifications left him able to practice the ashtanga yoga syllabus — elegantly into the primary series.
Same-same, intermediate.
Pretty cool.
After all the slow and steady and elegant; and then transition-y, we finally got to work on the tik-tok!!
I wanted André to share with me some of his progress while he works on these things, and so i got the ball rolling with video.
Here’s one way we work to develop motor skills somewhat autonomously in the Mysore room. We went from being totally assisted, to using a chair, to using pads.
Teamwork, patience, and persistence. They go a long way.
Lately, he has been struggling with injury. Life is like that, ya know? @livelyogini And he went over a bunch of great tactics including #FRC over at @ashtanganation to help him get stronger.
I recognized the work they had done (Maggie and I have worked together a lot over the years), and was able to facilitate further. The truth is, André wanted to work on his tick-tok (and so did I!) but we had some more pressing issues to resolve.
Together, we explored upstream and downstream to find compensatory movement patterns that have perhaps been leading to some of the injury, and examined how to remove the pattern by introducing a new one.
If it came automatically, we’d all move perfectly. We don’t. Andre’s patience with the developmental drills and upstream/downstream modifications left him able to practice the ashtanga yoga syllabus — elegantly into the primary series.
Same-same, intermediate.
Pretty cool.
After all the slow and steady and elegant; and then transition-y, we finally got to work on the tik-tok!!
I wanted André to share with me some of his progress while he works on these things, and so i got the ball rolling with video.
Here’s one way we work to develop motor skills somewhat autonomously in the Mysore room. We went from being totally assisted, to using a chair, to using pads.
Teamwork, patience, and persistence. They go a long way.
updates from DC Ashtanga (and classes with me!)
Today I was lucky enough to get @dcashtanga ‘s own @mikestefani (@flowyogacenter ‘s evening Mysore guy!) to help me with some stuff I’ve been working on. We've done some of this together, and I needed a buddy to help me out, so we coached each other a little.
You might recognize some of it from what @yogawhitney (director of takoma @yogaheightsdc ‘s ashtanga program!!) and i were going through together.
Lots of fun, great care and patience, and boy it feels good. Maybe we should do another workshop?
anyway, practice practice practice.
You might recognize some of it from what @yogawhitney (director of takoma @yogaheightsdc ‘s ashtanga program!!) and i were going through together.
Lots of fun, great care and patience, and boy it feels good. Maybe we should do another workshop?
anyway, practice practice practice.
this is also
good yoga @somebritindc
good yoga @somebritindc
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@somebritinda
this is also
good yoga
Whatever scruffy disrespectful
twat is sticking their used gum
down the side of the doors if I
find out who you are I will
make you clean the toilet with
your mouth scruffy twat!
The notices at
the village gym
are amazing
@somebritinda
this is also
good yoga
Whatever scruffy disrespectful
twat is sticking their used gum
down the side of the doors if I
find out who you are I will
make you clean the toilet with
your mouth scruffy twat!
The notices at
the village gym
are amazing
@eaton.dc pranayama!
in imageCATON
WELLNESS
WEDNESDAY
FLOW
645
AM
x1215
&OPM
MYSORE YOGA
1AM
BREATH WORK FOR
BALANCEDENERGY 115PM
SOUND BATH 7PM
RELAXING RESTORATIVE
YOGA
715|
PM
pranayama!
Ceaton.dc
WELLNESS
WEDNESDAY
FLOW
645
AM
x1215
&OPM
MYSORE YOGA
1AM
BREATH WORK FOR
BALANCEDENERGY 115PM
SOUND BATH 7PM
RELAXING RESTORATIVE
YOGA
715|
PM
pranayama!
Ceaton.dc
today: meditation @ 12
flow @ 12:15
@eaton.dc tomorrow: meditation @ 12
Ashtanga @ 12:15
pranayama breath work @ 1:15
flow @ 12:15
@eaton.dc tomorrow: meditation @ 12
Ashtanga @ 12:15
pranayama breath work @ 1:15
in imagetoday: meditation @ 12
flow @ 12:15
@eaton.dc
EATON
WELLNESS
MANDAY
FLOW YOGA
6 45AM & 12 15 &
b
P
M
MYSORE YOGA
7 AM
tomorrow: meditation @ 12
Ashtanga @ 12:15
pranayama breath work @ 1:15
flow @ 12:15
@eaton.dc
EATON
WELLNESS
MANDAY
FLOW YOGA
6 45AM & 12 15 &
b
P
M
MYSORE YOGA
7 AM
tomorrow: meditation @ 12
Ashtanga @ 12:15
pranayama breath work @ 1:15
June 2019
Happy international yoga day.
The well of gratitude I have for organizations like @ashtanganation @ashtanganashville @ashtangaphiladelphia @hotspotdupont and folks like @davidgarriguesyoga @suenodevida_ecu and so many more run deep.
Blessed for the community at @dcashtanga at @eaton.dc —
The well of gratitude I have for organizations like @ashtanganation @ashtanganashville @ashtangaphiladelphia @hotspotdupont and folks like @davidgarriguesyoga @suenodevida_ecu and so many more run deep.
Blessed for the community at @dcashtanga at @eaton.dc —
BATH TUESDAY 9AM COME FOR MYSORE
STAY FOR THE SOUND BATH @EATON.DC SOUND @DCASHTANGA
STAY FOR THE SOUND BATH @EATON.DC SOUND @DCASHTANGA
in imageSOUND
BATH
@EATON.DC
COME FOR MYSORE
STAY FOR THE SOUND BATH
TUESDAY 9AM
@DCASHTANGA
BATH
@EATON.DC
COME FOR MYSORE
STAY FOR THE SOUND BATH
TUESDAY 9AM
@DCASHTANGA
come to #slaymyname tonight
at @tradebardc
at @tradebardc
Intro to Mysore, Tuesday & Wednesday, June 11 & 12.
Includes 2 weeks of Mysore at @dcashtanga — Come learn the basics in a comfortable environment with a small group.
Check link in bio.
Proudly in residence at @eaton.dc
Includes 2 weeks of Mysore at @dcashtanga — Come learn the basics in a comfortable environment with a small group.
Check link in bio.
Proudly in residence at @eaton.dc
caught ashtanga flow with @madeline.miskie at @eaton.dc practice with
@yasmikey
@verymarybeth
feeling like from
@daniidc
@yasmikey
@verymarybeth
feeling like from
@daniidc
in imagecaught ashtanga flow with
@madeline.miskie
at
Ceaton.dc
practice with
Cyasmikey
@verymarybeth
feeling like from
edaniidc
BKS
SORC
iynaus
L
"If you practice yoga in the right way and with the right attitude,
far greater
benefits and
more radical
changes will
take place
than mere
flexibility."
BKS lyengar
HUNGAR VOCL
NATIONAL ASSOCIATIONI
а
193 likes
iynaus Your body is flexible, but is your mind flexible? &
Your soul?
@madeline.miskie
at
Ceaton.dc
practice with
Cyasmikey
@verymarybeth
feeling like from
edaniidc
BKS
SORC
iynaus
L
"If you practice yoga in the right way and with the right attitude,
far greater
benefits and
more radical
changes will
take place
than mere
flexibility."
BKS lyengar
HUNGAR VOCL
NATIONAL ASSOCIATIONI
а
193 likes
iynaus Your body is flexible, but is your mind flexible? &
Your soul?
May 2019
Wednesday:
@eaton.dc
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 1:30-2:30
Mysore: 5:30-7 Tuesday:
@eaton.dc
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 12-1
Mysore 5:30-7 Wednesday:
@eaton.dc .
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 1:30-2:30
Mysore 5:30-7
@eaton.dc
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 1:30-2:30
Mysore: 5:30-7 Tuesday:
@eaton.dc
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 12-1
Mysore 5:30-7 Wednesday:
@eaton.dc .
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 1:30-2:30
Mysore 5:30-7
in imageTuesday:
Ceaton.dc
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 12-1
Mysore 5:30-7
Wednesday:
Ceaton.dc .
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 1:30-2:30
Mysore 5:30-7
You either get bitter or
you get better. It's that simple.
You either take what has been dealt
to you and allow it to make you a
better person, or you allow it to tear
you down. The choice does not
belong to fate, it belongs to you.
Ceaton.dc
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 12-1
Mysore 5:30-7
Wednesday:
Ceaton.dc .
Mysore: 7-10
Flow: 1:30-2:30
Mysore 5:30-7
You either get bitter or
you get better. It's that simple.
You either take what has been dealt
to you and allow it to make you a
better person, or you allow it to tear
you down. The choice does not
belong to fate, it belongs to you.
make friends—
add
each
other! ps: who did
i miss?? thanks:
#eatondc
@roarborealis
@korikam
@esh421
@emerymargaret @ryanpcathcart
add
each
other! ps: who did
i miss?? thanks:
#eatondc
@roarborealis
@korikam
@esh421
@emerymargaret @ryanpcathcart
in imagethanks: #eatondc @roarborealis @korikam @esh421 @emerymargaret @ryanpcathcart make friends—add each other! ps: who did i miss??
thanks: #eatondc @roarborealis @korikam @esh421 @emerymargaret @ryanpcathcart make friends- add each other! ps: who did i miss??
thanks: #eatondc @roarborealis @korikam @esh421 @emerymargaret @ryanpcathcart make friends- add each other! ps: who did i miss??
in imageSunday
10:30am
Ceaton.dc
#ASHTANGA
#FLOW
all are
welcome
10:30am
Ceaton.dc
#ASHTANGA
#FLOW
all are
welcome
Teaching led primary this Sundayâ 10:30 at Eaton DC. Yâall miss the count? Letâs get into it.
founder of @eaton.dc my spot
in imagefounder of @eaton.dc
Х
my spot
Х
my spot
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