by molly | Mar 31, 2018 | Uncategorized
“The experiences of unity among peoples are more important and crucial than all the concepts, prejudices, ideologies, faiths that may divide. And if you can multiply these experiences of unity over a time interval of sufficient duration, you can undermine any... 
by molly | Mar 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
This morning we gathered, as we do, in front of the main rotunda of the monastery for walking meditation. We began by listening to the bell, then singing, then hearing the instructions in Spanish and in English: walk slowly, mindfully. Listen to the sound of each... 
by molly | Mar 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
To my friends in the northwest yoga community and beyond: I began my workshops this weekend with this quote from Howard Thurman and am resting in its wisdom – finding the right words and voice to speak the sound of the genuine in myself. “There is something in every... 
by molly | Feb 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
There is something I am learning right now that feels more powerful than anything I have encountered so far on my path. I am reminded of the 19th century Indian mystic and saint Sri Ramakrishna, who was a devout Hindu and bhakta – following the path of intense... 
by molly | Feb 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
A couple of weeks ago I was having a discussion with a student on the meaning of brahmacharya – or the yogic ethical precept usually translated as continence or celibacy. It is also often discussed as moderation or a way for us to manage our energy; a way for us to... 
by molly | Dec 16, 2017 | Uncategorized
If we are absolutely grounded in the absolute love of God that protects us from nothing even as it sustains us in all things, then we can face all things with courage and tenderness and touch the hurting places in others and in ourselves with love. ~ James Finley,...