Softening and Expanding During Times of Transition

Bhakti Quinn, who previously worked as the BC Association of Farmers’ Markets Executive Director, speaks about her recent
move back to the Ashram.

Before going to Vancouver I lived at the Ashram for six years, so I know what it’s like to be in this supportive environment, one that also has an intensity to it. When I went to Vancouver I was able to apply what I had learned at the Ashram—identifying what the challenge is, what my part in it is and learning how to change.

I feel like a different person now, coming back after having worked in a progressively more responsible position. I feel more confident and relaxed. I’m able to make mistakes and be okay with it.

I also have new skills to bring to my work at the Ashram—in project and financial management, fundraising, relationship building, supervision and working with volunteers.

When I lived at the Ashram before, I wanted to be somewhere else in myself—more spiritual or whatever I thought spiritual was at the time. There’s been a maturing and understanding that my path is my path. That’s where the confidence comes in.

There are many changes I’m seeing at the Ashram now. It’s less structured, more nuanced, than it used to be. My practice has been softening and letting go. I want to expand and listen more. I’m bringing what I know from my professional experience forward. When I soften, there’s an expansion that takes place and I’m able to listen better.

Even though I’m still going through the transition it feels seamless. I feel like such a different person and everyone has been incredibly welcoming.

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