Core Values
> We Hold Differences: When we encounter different opinions (about yoga or anything), we are aware of our own opinions but graciously yield in curiosity to other views, people and styles of communication. We do this because we value diversity.
> We Truth Tell: Even if it feels a tad gritty to go against what is popular, we honor a Vedantic lineage - that reminds us to be congruent and self-questioning. We work to be truthful about our own misapprehensions and lean on the actual texts of Yoga to guide our vision of truth. We do this because we value lineage.
> We believe yoga is for the Whole Person: By delivering equal parts breathwork, meditation, philosophy and physical yoga we aim to do our part in softening the shell of body identification. We do this because we value BEING.
> We cherish Kindness: As a yogic principle and a universal value, we aim to model and embody kindness. We also acknowledge that unpacking our own biases, internalized patriarchy and racism is a HUGE part of actually expressing kindness. We do this because we value Non-Violence.
> We live yogic lifestyles: At home and on the mat we bring love and observation to all we do (except when we don’t - in which case we catalyze that for awakening too). We aim to live all of life as Ceremony and Prayer, which we believe it is. We do this because we value the power of the present moment as a master teacher, guru, and guide.
Do these values resonate for you? If so you might be a fit for our community. We would love to hear from you or invite you to register for an upcoming event and taste the work for yourself.
Sincerely,
Jenna McDonald
Founder of Devoted Yogi® and Director of Radiance 200 hr YTT