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Yoga and Service in Monterrey: Spreading Spirituality and Wellness Across Mexico

From May to October 2024, Didi Ananda Siddheshvarii led yoga classes, spiritual retreats, and community service efforts in Monterrey, Mexico, and surrounding areas. A key highlight during this period was the Monterrey Regional Retreat in mid-September, organized by Acarya Cirananda Avt. This retreat brought together local margiis, as well as participants from Morelia, with the guidance of five Acaryas, including Ac. Ragatmananda Avt., Ac. Ishvarakrshnananda Avt., and Ac. Siddheshvarananda Avt.

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A Weekend of Women’s Empowerment at Ananda Dhiira

From October 4-6, a Women’s Retreat at Ananda Dhiira brought together 15 women for a weekend of yoga, meditation, and empowering workshops. Sessions on confidence, self-defense, resilience, and fermentation fostered personal growth and unity. The retreat created a supportive, judgment-free space, leaving participants feeling uplifted and inspired.

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Three Meditation Retreats Summer 2024

In the summer of 2024, 30 participants attended meditation retreats at Ananda Kanan, Ananda Girisuta, and Ananda Dhiira, organized by Avtk. Ananda Acirá Ácárá and Ac. Diiptimanánanda Avt. The retreats offered yoga, meditation, and nature immersion, with highlights including Maonavrata practice, visits to scenic rivers, and lively discussions on health, nutrition, and spiritual philosophy.

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Hiking and Kayaking Retreat by the Pacific, California

From October 11-14, 2024, Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt., Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac., and Brother Maungal Dev organized a hiking and kayaking advenute near Los Altos Hills. Participants explored the regenerating redwoods of Big Basin and kayaked in Monterey Bay, encountering sea otters and seals. The retreat offered serene meditations, connection with nature, and lasting friendships amidst breathtaking scenery.

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Seminar and Retreat in Canada

From August 2-4, 2024, Ananda Marga Canada held a summer seminar at SAJO, near Ananda Kanak MU, with participants from Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto. The event featured spiritual learning, Katha Kiirtana, Dharma Cakras, and peaceful activities like nature walks and kayaking, creating a deeply devotional atmosphere.

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5 Days Meditation Retreat at Ananda Kanan, MO

Our five-day meditation retreat at Ananda Kanan in Missouri (July 17 - 21) was a profoundly inspiring experience. Each day was filled with deep chanting, meditation, yoga, and philosophical classes, enriching our spiritual practice.

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Meditation and Wellness Retreats at Ananda Vratii, PA, and Ananda Dhiira, CA

The recent Meditation and Wellness Retreats at Ananda Vratii in Pennsylvania (August 7 – 11, 2024) and Ananda Dhiira in...

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5 Days of Spiritual Adventure: Backpacking Retreat in California

Brother Mangal Dev, Avt. Ananda Acira Ac. and Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt. organized a hiking and backpacking tour in the Lake Tahoe area, California from July 24 - 28 with the participation of eleven adults, Maungal Dev’s son, and his dog. All participants had previously attended meditation retreats organized by Didi Ananda Acira and Dada Diiptimanananda.