Led Primary, chanting, Sanskrit, philosophy, and two trips to the Ramakrishna ashram. Today was busy, but had a keen reminder to count my blessings: I saw a funeral procession today. It consisted of a flower adorned handmade chair, the deceased strapped in, carried and paraded to the crematorium. Tambourines and gongs, laughter and tears.
I am super intimidated by my Sanskrit class. Holy. Cow.
My first conference was fascinating. I got to view Sharath, the (these are my terms) titleholder of the Ashtanga lineage, through the lens of a man who deals with keeping the purity of a practice in the real world– the world of parties, internet gossip, and multiculturalism. A fascinating, non-textbook experience. A highlight, paraphrased: “A…
In my quest to stream Richard Freeman lectures and videos, I discovered that the DC Public Library streams books and videos. How glad am I to be a member of the Library?!
Dude. Richard Freeman (and this is yooooung Richard Freeman) = f’ing awesome. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwfUkWhQElI
My morning practice has been stalled by evening practice. A bad habit, but more time for yoga reading. Anusara Exodus (not surprised), Yogasam (its real! ish), and 48 Questions with 3 Gurus… good reading!
“‘Practicing alll aspects of yoga destroys the impurities so that the light of knowledge and discrimination shines .’ It is unfortunate that students who have not yet matured in their own practice have changed the method and have cut out the essence of an ancient lineage to accommodate their own limitations.” –Mr. Jois
is escaping the surly bonds of earth and taking flight. AntiGravity Yoga Training: Day One.
I realized I hadn’t shared this until I went to re-read it via Vanessa King’s profile. I’ve dedicated the next year to exploring the Ashtanga traditions– and am so far in looooove with it. For those that are curious, Peg does a killer job of talkin’ bout it. Give it a look (if only to…
Color me stoked, friends. Space is available, too! http://www.rickytranyoga.com/nov-5-7-washington-dc-weekend-immersion.html