It takes a village
to raise a child.

~ African Proverb

A place to belong.

At Ashtanga Village, we believe that community (Satsang) is essential when seeking personal and spiritual growth. This human life is hard enough already without trying to do things “alone.” Our experiences, both shared and as individuals, enable us to better understand not only ourselves, but also each other, why we exist, and even perhaps some of the many mysteries of the universe. Through yogic teachings and practice we aim to open our hearts and our minds so we might live in a more meaningful and authentic way.

Your arrival at Ashtanga Village is no mistake. This journey towards a “better you” has led you here, and with a warm embrace, we welcome your kindred spirit home. Being part of our Satsang is less about where you are in the world or on your path, and more about how you show up; your experience here or anywhere else is completely of your making.

Your practice can begin or continue here, or from within your own neighborhood and even in a our virtual Satsang spanning the globe.

Welcome home.

Ashtanga Village is a place of spiritual and personal growth aimed at resolving some of life’s biggest questions and challenges. With loving-kindness, we proudly welcome anyone interested in finding purpose, meaning and belonging, regardless of culture, creed, age or gender.

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The Blessing of Suffering
The Blessing of Suffering

Part of understanding our grief, struggles and pain includes understanding why these things show up in our lives to begin with. It isn’t a way to punish us for something we have done in this life or a past one. You’ve done nothing “wrong.”

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Aparigraha
Aparigraha

Let us pause here though, and consider the notion that we must harvest the fruit before we can enjoy it. Aparigraha however, is not the fruit itself but instead the opportunity to harvest — it’s the ripening of the fruit.

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Brahmacharya
Brahmacharya

From here, one might wonder where the meaning of “continence” originated and how it got confused with Brahmacharya in the first place. As with many words in English, continence has its roots in Latin, with the original word being “continentia.”

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