THE UNDERWORLD PART 3
Yesterday’s tale of Inanna continued to resonate with me, echoing the profound realizations in the story, Inanna’s unique ‘me‘—her essence and gifts—mirroring my introspection into my own inner strengths and qualities. The day began with Alayasri sharing Eckhart Tolle’s poignant poem, reminding us of the inner wealth that surpasses any
INANNA’S GIFTS PART 2
I awake in wonderment, excited to hear what is next in store for Inanna. I’m taken by the story of such an empowered woman shaping her life the way she wants it. The stage is set for Part 2 and Madarava opens the story playing a kalimba. Inanna has her
STORY OF INANNA PART 1
It’s still dark as I make my way to the Shrine Room for our morning meditation; we begin with chanting the precepts. These are words that we intend for ourselves, and how we wish to conduct our lives – being mindful, having truthful communication and speech, living with loving kindness
ARRIVAL
Four of us arrive at Whitchurch train station eager for the next stage of our journey to Tarloka. We greet each other and Helen who I already know smiles warmly making me feel at ease.
HEALING THROUGH STORYTELLING
Diving deeper into oneself using storytelling along with meditation, mantras, chanting, rituals, and art. Myths, legends, and storytelling can profoundly affect us giving meaning and different perspectives as they resonate with our own experiences. They can help us look at parts
THE VIPASSANA RETREAT
It took me 10 years to finally decide to embark on this retreat. In the second year of the pandemic I packed my bags and off I went to immerse myself in this intensive practice. Vipassana is a meditation technique which aims to allow one to transform by committing to