Recognize the Dynamics of Divine Consciousness within you
A half-day retreat with Bill Mahony PhD & Sarah Fischer ERYT 500
From the perspective of Advaita (Nondual) Tantra, the movements and capabilities of our particular minds and bodies express various dynamics of a boundless universal Consciousness that ultimately is not separate from our own awareness of ourselves.
In this half-day retreat together, we will explore and apply this philosophy through contemplative study and physical yoga practices.
To do this, Bill will share, explain, and guide us through selections in translation from a remarkably succinct and subtle yogic text in Advaita Tantra composed in India in the 10th-11 centuries known as “The Heart of Recognition” (Pratyabhijñā Hṛdaya). We will also take some time to look together at a version of the well-known sculpted visual image from India known popularly as the “Lord of the Dance” (Natarāja). After a short break, Sarah will integrate and apply the philosophy in a mixed-level āsana practice. We finish with discussion and śavāsana.
What’s Included
Lecture and explanation of selected translations from “The Heart of Recognition”
Contemplation of the visual image of Shiva as Lord of the Dance
Hour-long Screen Break
Integration and Application through āsana practice
Group Discussion
Śavāsana
One Month Access to Recording
This will be an informative, inspiring, and supportive afternoon oriented toward the philosophy of Nondual Tantra. Come join us! All are welcome!
SATURDAY 25 FEBRUARY 12 - 5pm (New York)
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
12:00 - 2:00 pm - Lecture with Bill Mahony PhD
2:00 - 3:00 pm - Contemplative Screen Break
3:00 - 4:15 pm - Mixed-level Āsana practice with Sarah Fischer ERYT500
4:15 - 4:45 pm - Group Discussion with Bill and Sarah
4:45 - 5:00 pm - Śavasana and closing
All times US Eastern (New York)
INVESTMENT: $70
Meet the instructors
William K. Mahony, PhD, is known internationally for his informed and warm teaching on yoga philosophy and practice that is accessible to students at all levels. Bill has published several books on the religions of India and has a deep appreciation for the yogic life grounded in five decades of his own spiritual practice. He is a professor emeritus of Religious Studies at Davidson College, where he taught for 40 years and received numerous teaching awards. Bill is the author of The Artful Universe and Exquisite Love. wkmahony.com.
Sarah Fischer, MA ERYT-500 is a Richmond, VA based yoga instructor and yoga teacher mentor. She is known for her relatable storytelling, skillful alignment-based instruction, and for welcoming all students into the practice of āsana and meditation. Sarah hasn’t written any books, but you can read her blog on this site or catch up with her on social media.
Questions? Contact Sarah Here