Signs Around Town (Tandava)
Sadhana
This morning at the United States Supreme Court in support of the nomination of Judge Katanji Brown Jackson. Please let your elected officials know your support. The naysayers were out with those showing support. Let us raise our voices in… (READ MORE)
Bearing Witness
I am not prepared to go on hunger strike—it would not be right for my health. I can bear witness, speak out, and donate. What might you be able to do?
Sadhana
Today on the National Mall, one year since the failed insurrection. Resistance is yoga sadhana (and so is persistence).
For a Moment, Pause
There is much yet to be done–nearly half supported more viciousness and vitriol. But for now, a pause and a recognition of the efforts that have been devoted thus far. Tomorrow I will ask myself, as I do on a… (READ MORE)
Signs and Blossoms Around Town
Part of the reason “around town” is within several blocks of my house since the pandemic began is the limits on being able to find a safe bathroom. I prefer that to dehydrating prior to going out. I’m lucky to… (READ MORE)
Morning Walk
Be aware of what needs your attention, including moments of beauty. [Caption] Photo shows a sticker with a red circle with a line across it and a cartoon image of 45; a sticker that says “stop police brutality” and a… (READ MORE)
Self-Care
Self-care is part of collective care, but only if it is in balance with active care of the collective. This morning, before reading the news and working hard, I sat for meditation and put up lentil soup in the slow… (READ MORE)
State of the Refrigerator Door
Night and Day
Note how little variation there is in the meditation posture whether practicing night or day or both—but not taking so much time on the cushion that there is no time for engaged action.