On June 17, 2023, Swamini Ambikamrita Prana visited Massachusetts for an uplifting workshop day hosted by Embracing the Trees New England. The purpose was to honor Nature, learn about Embracing the Trees, and celebrate the International Day of Yoga — a day of joyful connection and a deepened relationship with Mother Nature.
Highlights of the Day
- Amrita Yoga led by Sujata, and an eco-meditation led by Swamini in the backyard.
- Swamini introduced Amma's 999 Yoga Challenge for the C20, and Ahalya spoke on the inner qualities we develop by caring for trees.
- Each participant shared their love of, and learning from, trees.
- A tree-planting demonstration and education by Victoria, and a talk on our interdependence with nature by devotee and professional gardener Jess Tsoukalas.
- An eco-trivia game, a shared Mexican lunch, and enlightening conversation over chai with Swamini.
Devotees were gifted optional Rose of Sharon and Silver Maple saplings to plant in their own yards — carrying the day's inspiration home, and into the ground.
