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Sunday, 31 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Re: Tonight’s meditation: Born I

We are having technical difficulties and may not be able to get the Zoom to work. Apologies.

El El dom, ago 31, 2025 a la(s) 2:25 p.m., Ava Morgenstern <ava.morgenstern@gmail.com> escribió:

Tonight we welcome back meditation teacher, author, and hip-hop artist Ofosu Jones-Quartey (Born I) to Downtown Dharma on for an offering of music and mindfulness. The evening features guided meditation, a soundbath, reflections from his new book Lyrical Dharma, and a live performance of his album Komorebi, followed by Q&A and a special sumi ink book signing.

I hope you'll join us! Please register in advance and arrive early so we can start by 7pm.

In-person: Sunday, 7 to 8:30pm @ Yoga District — 1910 14th Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC
Online via Zoom: Join here:
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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Tonight’s meditation: Born I

Tonight we welcome back meditation teacher, author, and hip-hop artist Ofosu Jones-Quartey (Born I) to Downtown Dharma on for an offering of music and mindfulness. The evening features guided meditation, a soundbath, reflections from his new book Lyrical Dharma, and a live performance of his album Komorebi, followed by Q&A and a special sumi ink book signing.

I hope you'll join us! Please register in advance and arrive early so we can start by 7pm.

In-person: Sunday, 7 to 8:30pm @ Yoga District — 1910 14th Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC
Online via Zoom: Join here:
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Thursday, 28 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Downtown Dharma this Saturday at 11:00 am in the Lovely Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Dear beloved sangha,

Immersement in nature brings us the interconnectedness that helps calms, centers, and heals. In the DMV there is no lovelier place for experiencing nature than the Kenilworth Gardens!

This Saturday August 30 at 11:00 am, the Downtown Dharma community will be gathering at Kenilworth Gardens for a silent meditation, a short talk on the Zen perspective on the interconnectedness of all beings, and a mindful walk amidst the lovely gardens. The weather will be beautiful!

Please bring your own mat, and footwear that you don't mind getting a bit wet. We will meet in the picnic grounds to the right after the entrance.

Come join us!

With appreciation,

Mark

More info and registration here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/immersement-in-nature-a-mindful-gathering-w-downtown-dharma-830-at-11am-tickets-1514009596459?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

"kind speech...has the power to turn the destiny of the nation" Eihei Dogen.

Mark Stone (he/him)

Practice Leader, All Beings Zen Sangha allbeingszen.org

Teacher & Treasurer, Insight on the Inside insightontheinside.com

Meditation & mindfulness teacher stonemindful.com

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Honest review about duct cleaning

Hey! FYI me and some neighbors got the duct cleaning service done by Edward & the service was great he did such a great job. He has more houses to do in our area that's why he's coming again in our neighborhood. He's charging $159 for duct cleaning, If anyone is interested in joining the group discount, Just leave your phone number in the comment section. TIA!

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Wednesday, 27 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Great news! - Re: Downtown Dharma Haiku Collection - Reserve your copy & raise money for a local food bank!

Hi all!

Sorry for the double email, but I have great news to share about the haiku collection fundraiser. A generous anonymous donor has very graciously offered to match our charity proceeds up to $500! That would mean raising at least $1000 total to fight hunger with Capital Area Food Bank! So far we have $222 in pledges, so we are well on our way!!

RESERVE YOUR COPY HERE: A Walk With Others Reservation Form

Thank you all so much for your consideration and support of this project!

<3 Jude

On Tue, Aug 26, 2025 at 3:50 PM Judith Lavelle <lavelle@bu.edu> wrote:

Hello!

Thank you to everyone who came out to the launch on Sunday and purchased a book! So far, your generous donations have covered the $265 production cost and raised $162 in proceeds for Capital Area Food Bank.

If you would like to reserve one of the remaining 47 unclaimed copies, please complete this quick reservation form!

(If you already reserved as a contributor and have not yet paid, don't worry! I still have your copy, and you don't need to submit a reservation form.)

Very best,
Jude

On Thu, Aug 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM Judith Lavelle <lavelle@bu.edu> wrote:
Hello!
I'm excited to announce that we will be co-hosting our summer haiku event with Temperance Alley Garden, where we will debut our community-led haiku collection, A Walk with Others: Haiku by Downtown Dharma & Friends.
Printed copies of the collection will be available for a $10 donation. All proceeds go to Capital Area Food Bank. Can't wait? Check out the digital edition here.
I hope to see you there!
What: Using the garden as inspiration, participants will receive a brief lesson on how to write haiku and then practice writing and sharing haiku with each other. (Haiku are short, accessible poems that typically evoke nature and contemplation of the present moment.)
When: Sunday, August 24, 4-6pm
Where: Temperance Alley Garden (in the alley behind 1909 13th St NW) has been kind enough to let us use their beautiful space. The garden is a 5-minute walk from Yoga District on 14th St, so those attending our regular Downtown Dharma sit that evening should have no trouble making both events. The garden is relatively small and flat with grass lawns and some narrow pathways. If you have accessibility questions, please let me know! See the Temperance Alley Garden event page.
Who: This event is free and open to the community! You are welcome to RSVP via Partiful to help us estimate our guest count. No excessive walking/hiking required for this event, and chairs are available.
How: No experience necessary! We will go over simple instructions on how to write haiku, and a handout on haiku will be provided. Please bring a pen and a notebook/paper. Light refreshments will be available, but any non-alcoholic beverages and/or snacks you would like to share will be much appreciated!
<3 Jude

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Tuesday, 26 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Downtown Dharma Haiku Collection - Reserve your copy & raise money for a local food bank!

Hello!

Thank you to everyone who came out to the launch on Sunday and purchased a book! So far, your generous donations have covered the $265 production cost and raised $162 in proceeds for Capital Area Food Bank.

If you would like to reserve one of the remaining 47 unclaimed copies, please complete this quick reservation form!

(If you already reserved as a contributor and have not yet paid, don't worry! I still have your copy, and you don't need to submit a reservation form.)

Very best,

Jude

On Thu, Aug 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM Judith Lavelle <lavelle@bu.edu> wrote:

Hello!
I'm excited to announce that we will be co-hosting our summer haiku event with Temperance Alley Garden, where we will debut our community-led haiku collection, A Walk with Others: Haiku by Downtown Dharma & Friends.
Printed copies of the collection will be available for a $10 donation. All proceeds go to Capital Area Food Bank. Can't wait? Check out the digital edition here.
I hope to see you there!
What: Using the garden as inspiration, participants will receive a brief lesson on how to write haiku and then practice writing and sharing haiku with each other. (Haiku are short, accessible poems that typically evoke nature and contemplation of the present moment.)
When: Sunday, August 24, 4-6pm
Where: Temperance Alley Garden (in the alley behind 1909 13th St NW) has been kind enough to let us use their beautiful space. The garden is a 5-minute walk from Yoga District on 14th St, so those attending our regular Downtown Dharma sit that evening should have no trouble making both events. The garden is relatively small and flat with grass lawns and some narrow pathways. If you have accessibility questions, please let me know! See the Temperance Alley Garden event page.
Who: This event is free and open to the community! You are welcome to RSVP via Partiful to help us estimate our guest count. No excessive walking/hiking required for this event, and chairs are available.
How: No experience necessary! We will go over simple instructions on how to write haiku, and a handout on haiku will be provided. Please bring a pen and a notebook/paper. Light refreshments will be available, but any non-alcoholic beverages and/or snacks you would like to share will be much appreciated!
<3 Jude

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Re: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Cultivating a Compassionate Heart. Sunday, August 24

Dear Friends,

It was a true blessing to be with you all last Sunday. I so appreciated your vulnerability, engagement, and receptiveness.

I wanted to take the opportunity to follow up by re-sharing a few of the quotes that seemed to resonate with folks:

"A tiny bubble of laughter, I have become the see of mirth itself" - Parmahansa Yogananda

"Wisdom knows that I am nothing. Love knows that I am everything. And between these two my life flows" - Nisgardatta Maharaj

"We are all just walking each other home" - Ramdas

If you would like to continue practicing with me, you can look for me on the schedule at DC Bouldering Project, Luneh Yoga, and Flow Yoga. I do occasional workshops, as well, that I will make sure to share information about when the time comes.

Thank you again. In these chaotic times, now, more than ever, it is essential we walk the path of cultivating a compassionate a heart, and lean into the sacredness of our Sangha. Wishing you all a wonderful last week of Summer.

With Gratitude,

Griffen

On Fri, Aug 22, 2025 at 12:18 PM Griffen Saul <griffensaul@gmail.com> wrote:

Dear Friends,

This Sunday, I'll be offering my first Dharma talk, and I feel deeply honored to share space with you. Together, we'll explore the theme of Cultivating a Compassionate Heart.

We'll begin with a lighthearted mindfulness game and some gentle pranayama (breathwork) to help us arrive more fully. From there, we'll settle into a brief guided sit before turning our attention to the heart.

I'll offer reflections on my journey, as well as four key qualities that I believe support the cultivation of a compassionate heart, weaving in space for some small group and individual reflection as we go. We'll close our evening with one of the most powerful heart-centered practices—Metta, or loving-kindness meditation.

No prior experience is needed—just your presence and openness.

I hope you'll join us.
In-person: Sunday, June 29 from 7pm to 8:30pm @ Yoga District — 1910 14th Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC (please arrive 5-10 minutes early)
Please! :) Register in advance here; it's the last class listed for Sunday under the name, "FREE (14th St.) Insight Meditation @ 1910 14th St"
Online via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/466237117?pwd=cGxHaTJlTVhBdldVSk8weDZuSW5udz09
https://www.downtowndharmadc.org/

With warmth,
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Monday, 25 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Anyone interested in the $149 group rate for duct/dryer cleaning?

Michael will be cleaning our air vents and dryer vents soon (he also offers chimney cleaning if needed) . He recently did an excellent job at a nearby property—very thorough, punctual, and professional. If you have allergies, notice extra dust, or haven't cleaned your vents in over a year, it's probably time. He quoted $400, but with 3–4 houses it's $149 for one AC unit house. If interested, PM me your contact number and house address so I can add you to the list. Thanks! Or text me at 786-927-4854. Don't forget to mention Michael's name.

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Re: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] $179 Group Rate for Air Ducts/Vents Cleaning

Thanks Kaila, I have removed this email address from the listserv.

El lun, 25 ago 2025 a la(s) 11:04 a.m., Kaila Philo (kailaaphilo@gmail.com) escribió:

Hey all,

These emails seem to be a new scam infiltrating local listservs. I've seen this same "deal" in a couple of other unrelated groups with the same kind of email address (firstnamelastnamerandomnumbers@gmail.com), so I would advise removing this person.

On Mon, Aug 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM Laura Casey <lauracasey008@gmail.com> wrote:
Hello everyone, We have a significant amount of dust in our house. I checked the airvent and found it was clogged with debris, indicating a need for cleaning. Since we moved here we didn't get duct cleaning

Edward is coming to my house to clean my vents and ducts. I had his service last year and was really happy with it. He's offering a group discount if we can arrange some more house let me know if anyone is interested. or reach him out directly on 682-353-7345

Thanks

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Re: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] $179 Group Rate for Air Ducts/Vents Cleaning

Hey all,

These emails seem to be a new scam infiltrating local listservs. I've seen this same "deal" in a couple of other unrelated groups with the same kind of email address (firstnamelastnamerandomnumbers@gmail.com), so I would advise removing this person.

On Mon, Aug 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM Laura Casey <lauracasey008@gmail.com> wrote:

Hello everyone, We have a significant amount of dust in our house. I checked the airvent and found it was clogged with debris, indicating a need for cleaning. Since we moved here we didn't get duct cleaning

Edward is coming to my house to clean my vents and ducts. I had his service last year and was really happy with it. He's offering a group discount if we can arrange some more house let me know if anyone is interested. or reach him out directly on 682-353-7345

Thanks

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] $179 Group Rate for Air Ducts/Vents Cleaning

Hello everyone, We have a significant amount of dust in our house. I checked the airvent and found it was clogged with debris, indicating a need for cleaning. Since we moved here we didn't get duct cleaning

Edward is coming to my house to clean my vents and ducts. I had his service last year and was really happy with it. He's offering a group discount if we can arrange some more house let me know if anyone is interested. or reach him out directly on 682-353-7345

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[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] 🌿 December Yoga & Meditation Retreat — Early Bird Ends Sept 1

Hello friends,

I'm so excited to be hosting a Yoga & Meditation Retreat Dec 12–14 at Blue Mountain Retreat Center near Harpers Ferry, WV. A few folks from Downtown Dharma are already signed up, and it's shaping up to be a really sweet mini-retreat before the holidays and new year.

✨ Early bird rate of $349 ends Sept. 1 — a $50 deposit will reserve your spot.

This retreat is designed to help us reflect on 2025, rest & restore before the holidays, and cultivate fresh energy and intention for the year ahead. No yoga or meditation experience is required— come as you are.

The retreat center is cozy and welcoming, with fireplaces for reading, journaling, or tea, a separate serene yoga/meditation space, and beautiful trails nearby.

I'd love for you to join us! Feel free to reply with any questions or if you'd like more details. Some photos below!

With warmth,
Jackie

🌿 December Yoga & Meditation Retreat — Early Bird Ends Sept 1

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Jackie Sue Powell

LinkedIn | Instagram

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Pronouns: she/her/hers

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Sunday, 24 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Modest protest of DC occupation

I heard this during our sangha tonight, and I couldn't figure out what it was. Apparently people in neighborhoods in DC, including Adams Morgan, are bagging on pots and pans at 8 pm every night as a protest of the city's occupation. People are doing this from their windows and also at 18th and Columbia, maybe elsewhere:

https://www.popville.com/2025/08/banging-pots-at-8pm/

I plan to go out to 18th and Columbia when I can (not tomorrow). It's something.

Joan

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Friday, 22 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Cultivating a Compassionate Heart. Sunday, August 24

Dear Friends,

This Sunday, I'll be offering my first Dharma talk, and I feel deeply honored to share space with you. Together, we'll explore the theme of Cultivating a Compassionate Heart.

We'll begin with a lighthearted mindfulness game and some gentle pranayama (breathwork) to help us arrive more fully. From there, we'll settle into a brief guided sit before turning our attention to the heart.

I'll offer reflections on my journey, as well as four key qualities that I believe support the cultivation of a compassionate heart, weaving in space for some small group and individual reflection as we go. We'll close our evening with one of the most powerful heart-centered practices—Metta, or loving-kindness meditation.

No prior experience is needed—just your presence and openness.

I hope you'll join us.

In-person: Sunday, June 29 from 7pm to 8:30pm @ Yoga District — 1910 14th Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC (please arrive 5-10 minutes early)

Please! :) Register in advance here; it's the last class listed for Sunday under the name, "FREE (14th St.) Insight Meditation @ 1910 14th St"

Online via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/466237117?pwd=cGxHaTJlTVhBdldVSk8weDZuSW5udz09

https://www.downtowndharmadc.org/

With warmth,

Griffen

Griffen Saul

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Wednesday, 20 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Activism & Engaged Buddhism in DC

Hi Community,

In light of our political times, I am creating a group for those interested in engaged Buddhism — a movement seeking to practice Buddhist principles through social justice, environmental stewardship, and peace-building.

The group can take many forms, whether it is volunteering together, co-creating a project or campaign, practicing conflict resolution and dialogue, joining political actions, etc. Ultimately, I believe that what we are meant to create will arise and become clear as we come together.

Because we are practicing within a frame of activism, and as a person of color with an immigrant background, I would also like to gently encourage BIPOC folks who are interested to join. It is important to me that we bring together a diverse group of people in order to engage with a multiplicity of perspectives.

If you are interested, please sign up here and feel free to share this message with anyone you know who might be interested!

Take care,

Natalie

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Tuesday, 19 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] THIS IS NO ORDINARY MEDITATION WORKSHOP — Sep 20–21

🫵🏽 DC Headless Workshop w/ Richard Lang — Sep 20–21 (Seats Filling!) 🫵🏽

Dear Fellow Meditators,

I'm excited to invite you to a weekend of FUN, FRIENDSHIP, AND FROLIC with out friend Richard Lang, who'll be visiting us in DC next month from his home across the pond in London.

I'll let Richard's 274 AI-summarized reviews speak for themselves:

Based on the feedback provided, Richard Lang is described as a warm, engaging, and skilled facilitator who leads the Headless Way workshops in a playful, fun, and insightful manner. Participants consistently praise his clear communication, enthusiasm, and ability to guide them through simple yet profound experiments that directly reveal their true nature. The workshops are described as transformative, mind-opening experiences that leave people feeling lighter, more connected, and appreciative of the Headless Way's non-dualistic perspective. Overall, Richard's facilitation is highly regarded for its accessibility, effectiveness, and heartfelt delivery of this liberating spiritual understanding.

Having attended many, my personal experience of a weekend workshop with Richard aligns perfectly with his statement that "Enlightenment is fun!'"

But don't take my word for it! Come and see for yourself by joining us for a playful, profound, and profoundly playful exploration of Who You Really Are.

Workshop Details:

20–21 September 2025 (Sat–Sun)
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT
Tenleytown, Washington, DC

👉🏽 Register here — and see you soon!

With love,
Brian (and Richard)

202.808.5277

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Friday, 15 August 2025

Re: [Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Listening with the Ears of the Heart

Dear friends,

This Sunday, we'll contiue to explore the Insight Dialogue guideline Listen Deeply, by listening to one another with the ears of our hearts. During difficult times, our body's liimbic system is aroused, making it difficult to truly listen to one another as our minds shift to trying to fix things. However, it is during difficult times that we need to connect with one another the most and foster community. This Sunday, we will practice Insight Dialogue with a particular emphasis on reconnecting the mind with the heart as we listen in practice together.

The evening will include a guided meditation, brief dharma talk, and Insight Dialogue practice in pairs.

No prior experience is necessary—just a spirit of kindness and curiosity! We hope you can join us!

Warmly,

Maura Flanagan and Vince Lampone

In-person: Sunday, 7 to 8:30pm @ Yoga District — 1910 14th Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC
Online via Zoom: Join here

https://www.downtowndharmadc.org/

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Growing Community By Listening with the Ears of the Heart

Dear friends,

This Sunday, we'll contiue to explore the Insight Dialogue guideline Listen Deeply, by listening to one another with the ears of our hearts. During difficult times, our body's liimbic system is aroused, making it difficult to truly listen to one another as our minds shift to trying to fix things. However, it is during difficult times that we need to connect with one another the most and foster community. This Sunday, we will practice Insight Dialogue with a particular emphasis on reconnecting the mind with the heart as we listen in practice together.

The evening will include a guided meditation, brief dharma talk, and Insight Dialogue practice in pairs.

No prior experience is necessary—just a spirit of kindness and curiosity! We hope you can join us!

Warmly,

Maura Flanagan and Vince Lampone

In-person: Sunday, 7 to 8:30pm @ Yoga District — 1910 14th Street NW, 3rd Floor, Washington, DC
Online via Zoom: Join here

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Thursday, 14 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Sangha Activity - Garden Haiku Walk & Book Launch | Aug 24

Hello!

I'm excited to announce that we will be co-hosting our summer haiku event with Temperance Alley Garden, where we will debut our community-led haiku collection, A Walk with Others: Haiku by Downtown Dharma & Friends.

Printed copies of the collection will be available for a $10 donation. All proceeds go to Capital Area Food Bank. Can't wait? Check out the digital edition here.

I hope to see you there!

What: Using the garden as inspiration, participants will receive a brief lesson on how to write haiku and then practice writing and sharing haiku with each other. (Haiku are short, accessible poems that typically evoke nature and contemplation of the present moment.)

When: Sunday, August 24, 4-6pm

Where: Temperance Alley Garden (in the alley behind 1909 13th St NW) has been kind enough to let us use their beautiful space. The garden is a 5-minute walk from Yoga District on 14th St, so those attending our regular Downtown Dharma sit that evening should have no trouble making both events. The garden is relatively small and flat with grass lawns and some narrow pathways. If you have accessibility questions, please let me know! See the Temperance Alley Garden event page.

Who: This event is free and open to the community! You are welcome to RSVP via Partiful to help us estimate our guest count. No excessive walking/hiking required for this event, and chairs are available.

How: No experience necessary! We will go over simple instructions on how to write haiku, and a handout on haiku will be provided. Please bring a pen and a notebook/paper. Light refreshments will be available, but any non-alcoholic beverages and/or snacks you would like to share will be much appreciated!

<3 Jude

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Wednesday, 13 August 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Training for dharma-oriented clinicians

Dear Downtown Dharma Community,

My name is Devin, and, as some of you know, I'm a teacher with the IMCW and a guest teacher with Downtown Dharma.

In addition to teaching the dharma, I am a licensed clinical social worker and make my livelihood as a psychotherapist in private practice in Bethesda where I see adult clients both in person and virtually.

Over the years, dharma students have reached out to me about incorporating meditation into a therapy practice, and I've enjoyed mentoring and providing career support for these students.

That is why I'm excited to share with this community that I'm expanding my therapy practice by hiring associates who have a similar orientation to the work. I will help these associates build a client base, learn the business of running a therapy practice, and provide supervision hours toward licensure. Supervision will include case consultations and training that draws from my experience as a meditator and a therapist.

If anyone you know is looking for this kind of training and support, please feel free to pass along my contact information. I am also open to providing supplemental supervision for both social workers and counselors who are already with another practice, but want to integrate mindfulness, somatic work, parts work, or the dharma into their practice.

And, of course, if you're looking for a therapist who has a foundation in mindfulness and dharma teachings, please feel free to reach out. You can read more about the practice at oaklightcounseling.com, and you can contact me at devin@oaklightconseling.com

With love,

Devin

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Tuesday, 12 August 2025

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