Emilio came to the Young Adult Program at Yasodhara Ashram in December 2013. Originally from Veracruz, Mexico, Emilio’s vision for his life has been influenced by his travels, by yoga, and by a longing to live a purposeful life. A desire to be in a like-minded community led him to the Ashram, where he is participating until the spring.
Being at the Ashram I’ve come to realize that I create my own experience, that pain is an emotional reaction I can choose to transcend, and that it is up to me to surrender to a greater potential. Swami Radha’s story has inspired me. Anything is possible. I know that with effort, by understanding myself, I can choose who I want to be and create purpose in my life.
Last year, while free rock climbing in Mexico, I fell 20 feet and nearly died. It has taken time to heal and to rebuild my strength in order to climb again. My experience at the Ashram feels very much like climbing a mountain – I am scaling my mind, body and spirit to reach a place of harmony, purpose and knowledge. I am grateful to the Young Adult Program and for the bursary that is supporting my experience here.
Since 1995 over 2,000 Young Adults have come to the Ashram to learn valuable work skills and to integrate yoga into their lives. Thank you for donating to this program!
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