After a devastating natural disaster compounded an already dire situation in the Western Hemispheres poorest nation, Yogis all over the country are reaching out to provide assistance. Many are in the form of donation based classes meant to raise funds and awareness, and some are utilizing more creative ways like collecting used Yoga mats with the plan of sharing yoga with the victims of this tragic occurrence.
I am always uplifted by the eagerness and willingness of yogis to jump in during times of crisis and do anything and everything to lend a hand. So many yogis are driven, not by the analytical and often cynical mind, but by the compassionate depth of their hearts. For anyone on a truly spiritual path, I believe it is hard to sit idly by and observe the suffering of others without feeling compelled to help. Continue reading…