Yoga is a wisdom tradition and lifestyle that reaches far beyond yoga poses. Each meeting will open with a few minutes of centering and breath awareness, followed by enriching conversation that may help us contemplate what we have read.
Day: In person, the 3rd Tuesday of every month (unless otherwise notified).
Time: 6:00-7:00PM
Event location: Union County Library of Lewisburg, PA
To register, please call or visit the Union County Library of Lewisburg, PA
Website: Union County Library
Library phone: 570-523-1172
The program is free, and no prior yoga experience or knowledge is necessary
Participants will be responsible for:
Getting a copy of the book (via purchase or library)
Assuming what is shared is confidential
Contributing to a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment
Understanding this group is not a “yoga class”, or a “talk therapy group” or a substitute for other professional care
Lineup for 2024 to discuss:
January 16th, 2024 - “Paths to God: Living the Bhagavad Gita” by Ram Dass (Ch. 1-8)
February 20th - “Paths to God: Living the Bhagavad Gita” by Ram Dass (Ch. 9-end)
March 19th - “The Accidental Buddhist”- Dinty W. Moore (whole book)
April 16th – “Perfectly Imperfect: The Art and Soul of Yoga Practice” by Baron Baptiste (whole book)
May 21st – “Rooted: Life at the Crossroads of Science, Nature, and Spirit” by Lyanda Lynn Haupt (whole book)
June 18th - “Waking: A Memoir of Trauma and Transcendence” by Matthew Sanford (whole book)
July & August – Summer Break! No Embark Yoga book club. Keep reading, have a pleasant summer, and see you in September!
September 17th - “A Path with Heart” by Jack Kornfield (Part I & II)
October 15th - “A Path with Heart” by Jack Kornfield (Part III & IV)
November 19th - “Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat” by Katherine May (whole book)
December 17th - “Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself” by Dr. Kristin Neff (through Ch. 6)
January 21st, 2025 - “Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself” by Dr. Kristin Neff (Ch. 7-end)