Gathering of Like Minds
Located at The Pearl Psychedelic Institute
1st Monday of the Month (first one on March 3rd)
6 pm-7 pm
Once a month, you are invited to join a safe and supportive community for a themed, thought-provoking conversation. This is your time to be seen, heard, and supported by your tribe. Whether you lovingly share your stories or hold space for others, this gathering offers a nurturing environment for connection and growth as individuals and as a sangha—a spiritual community.
Guided Dawn Shanthi DiVita
Dawn will lead these monthly gatherings through the profound yet approachable book The Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga & Ethical Practice by Deborah Adele.
The Yamas and Niyamas—the first two limbs of the eight-fold path of yoga sutras—offer timeless spiritual guidelines that remain profoundly relevant today. Deborah Adele’s practical and lighthearted approach to these ten foundational principles empowers us to take ownership of our lives, cultivate fulfillment, and make conscious choices in attitude, thought, and action.
What to Expect
Each session will focus on a specific chapter of the book. Dawn will introduce insights from the chapter, sparking reflection through questions, journaling, and sharing. Bring a notebook and pen to capture your thoughts! While participation in discussions is encouraged, reading the chapter in advance or contributing feedback is optional. Your presence is more than enough.
Monthly Themes:
March: Nonviolence (Ahimsa)
April: Truthfulness (Satya)
May: Nonstealing (Asteya)
June: Nonexcess (Brahmacharya)
Community Support
Love donations are welcomed and appreciated, but are not required to participate.
This monthly gathering offers self-discovery and communal growth opportunities in a welcoming and peaceful setting.
We can’t wait to see you there! Let us know you are coming.
Email [email protected]
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Located at The Pearl Psychedelic Institute
55 Academy St.
Waynesville, NC 28786
Sweet Seasonal Transitions:
A Mini-Retreat
Located at The Pearl Psychedelic Institute
Take a pause and join us in honoring the beauty of seasonal transitions. Each season brings unique wisdom and gifts, offering us an opportunity to align our bodies, minds, and spirits with the rhythms of nature.
Ayurvedic Seasonal Wisdom
Celebrate the qualities and characteristics of each new season through Ayurveda's ancient practices. Together, we will explore gentle and supportive ways to:
• Align your digestive fire and immune system for optimal well-being.
• Integrate Ayurvedic insights into your activities, nutrition, and lifestyle.
• Savor a delicious seasonal Ayurvedic meal prepared with care.
Rejuvenating Yoga for All
Enjoy a rejuvenating yoga session, accessible to all levels, designed to help you embody the season's energy and find harmony within.
New Moon Blessings
Each retreat intentionally aligns with the New Moon—a time of rest, reflection, and nourishment in Ayurveda.
• Set powerful intentions.
• Release attachments and restore balance.
• Reflect and share in a sacred circle with guided journaling prompts.
The Retreat Dates
• Saturday, March 29th, from 10 am - 1 pm
• Friday, June 27th, from 6 pm - 9 pm
• Saturday, September 27th, from 10 am - 1 pm
• Saturday, January 3rd, from 10 am - 1 pm
Investment in You
• $111 per retreat
• $333 for all four seasonal mini-retreats
Join us in this sacred space to embrace the seasonal shifts with intention, nourishment, and community. We can’t wait to welcome you!
We have limited spots for this experience. Please email [email protected] to reserve your spot today.