Next month, we're bringing together thought leaders and humans we love and respect at ChĹŤZen in Sebastian, Florida to discuss the role of spiritual leaders in modern society. We're co-creating this special gathering with Tony and Ximena Cho, Ganga Devi, Swami Jaya Devi, Tim Chang and Jess Magic, Erica Matluck and Paul Kuhn, Baelyn Elspeth, Daniel Pinchbeck, Sah D'Simone, Chaya Bindell and other incredible humans shaping this culture.
Why are we gathering? So many people are trying to find the teachers, facilitators, community, and resources that are right for them... but it's difficult to navigate through all the noise. Our culture doesn't have a clear identity, safeguards, or structure to maintain reverence to ancient wisdom while striving toward inclusion. By helping host the conversations around these topics and bringing community and awareness to this culture, we can better co-create a future we want to live in.
We're keeping this gathering intimate and curated, and there are a few spots left. If you are interested in joining us or have someone you'd love to be a part of this conversation, you can learn more here and email us directly. We'll be sharing content, recordings, and takeaways from this gathering as well!
With love,
Elyse Lee and Zach Bell
Happenings
Ongoing: Our friends at Magnolia Grove Monastery, part of the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation, are hosting special seasonal retreats which are opportunities to enjoy the daily schedule of the monastery while deepening your practice. See calendar here.
Ongoing: Every Monday at 7:30pm PST Carlyle Coash leads Tools for Being Human: Buddhist Practices. An exploration of the basic and direct studies of Buddhism. Tickets available here.
Feb 11 - April 7(Online): Join the “Alchemical Imagination” facilitated by Eliza Swann to use symbols and strategies from ancient alchemy to awaken the creative imagination. Register here.
February 17 (Online): Join Mary Grisey for Art & Altar, a twelve week deep-dive into various channeled art techniques and incorporated guided meditations that will assist you into an altered state of awareness with the intention to build upon your art altars. Register here.
February 21 (Chile): Starting on the 21 of February, the Chilean Sangat will be celebrating the "Festival Internacional Kundalini Yoga Chile" near Santiago. It is a 5-day festival with one day of White Tantric Yoga. For more information e-mail contacto@festivalkundalini.yoga
February 24 (Kripalu Online): Join Emilie Reid for a day-long Emerging from Winter workshop that dives into Ayurveda practices to support your transition from winter to spring. The retreat will feature an in-depth garshana (dry brushing) tutorial, a kapha-balancing yoga class, meditation, reflection and journaling. Register here.
March 10 (Online): Join namūna’s book club discussion, inspired by “Many Lives, Many Master.” Sign up here.
March 28-31 (Sebastian, FL): namūna is hosting A Spring Salon, a gathering of thought leaders to gather around the role of the spiritual leader in the modern age. Apply here.
May 24-26 (Big Sur, CA) Join ceremonial leader and wisdom carrier Erika Gagnon on a sacred journey as we gather to look beyond the false duality of a divided self and the destructive concept of “self versus nature”. Register Here.
May 31-June 5 (Hollyhock): Join Dr. Marjorie Wonham and Melanie Koenderman in a lively, embodied, place-based experience of the beautiful waters and life of the Salish Sea.Join here.
