Roots of Yoga

JUNE: 7~ Full Moon Gāyatrī Fire Ceremony

By Satya J / 20 May 2025 /

We will gather around the sacred fire to chant the Gāyatrī Mantra 108 times — one of the most ancient and revered mantras in the Vedic/Yogic tradition.

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SEPT. 19 – 21: Nine Faces of Durgā: Radiating the Goddess Through Ritual & Shakti

By Satya J / 6 May 2025 /

Through sacred rituals, embodied practice, and self inquiry – we will explore the Nine Faces of Goddess Durgā (Navdurgas)—each one a powerful reflection of our inner landscape. These divine aspects awaken fierce love, clarity, devotion, fearlessness, courage, and unwavering strength. Together, we will nurture Durgā’s Shakti and allow her to move through us, anchoring her energy in our bodies, hearts, and lives.

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MAY 10 ~ Full Moon Shiva Fire Ceremony for Healing

By Satya J / 27 April 2025 /

Join Satya for a Full Moon Shiva Fire Ceremony on May 10th, focusing on healing intentions for individuals, families, and communities. Participants will engage in chanting, making offerings, and ritual rooted in traditional bhakti yoga and Vedic lineage. This transformative ceremony purifies and heals through prayerful sacred fire, offering emotional cleansing and deep connection.

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APR. 26-27 ~ Reclaiming Our Sacred Wisdom: A South Asian Women’s Healing Retreat

By Satya J / 3 March 2025 /

We will gather in sacred space on the New Moon to grow together in sisterhood, deepen self-love, and explore how we can collectively break free from patriarchal conditioning. Together, we will honour our roots, reclaim our power, and cultivate deep healing in a safe space.

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MAR. 29-30: Stand in Your Power ~ A Sacred Immersion into Goddess Durgā

By Satya J / 24 January 2025 /

Join Satya of Vedic Priestess Temple for a sacred immersion into yogic practice, storytelling, workshop, contemplation, and ceremony – calling on the transformative power of Durgā – the deity Satya’s maternal lineage has been devoted to since time immemorial.

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Bhoomi Devi’s New Moon Blessings: Align with Mother Earth’s Wisdom for 2025

By Satya J / 19 January 2025 /

Through storytelling, guided meditation, reflective writing, and mantra chanting, we will align with Bhoomi’s wisdom to plant our deepest intentions for 2025, and receive her support to help clear away what’s getting in the way.

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Transforming Fear: A Shiva Full Moon Day Retreat

By Satya J / 10 October 2024 /

Soon we will be entering the dark cycle, when the nights are longer than the days. This is a special time to call on Shiva, and turn inwards for reflection, transformation and empowerment. We’ve been taught to fear the darkness, but it can be a powerful, transmuting force.

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It’s Pitru Paksha: Here’s 4 Ways You Can Honour Your Ancestors Starting Today

By Satya J / 17 September 2024 /

Today marks the beginning of Pitru Paksha – the annual 16-day lunar period (from full moon to new moon – Sept. 17 – Oct. 2) in the Vedic/Yogic tradition, when we pay homage to our ancestors. Here’s 4 ways you can honour your ancestors starting today…

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OCT. 5 ~ New Moon Navratri Fire Ceremony: Honouring the Sacred Divine Feminine

By Satya J / 16 September 2024 /

The first three days of this nine-day festival are dedicated to Goddess Durgā, the warrior goddess that Satya’s maternal line has been devoted to since time immemorial. We will invoke Goddess Durgā in this ceremony, and be open to receiving her gifts and blessings.

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Creating An Ancestral Altar

By Satya J / 5 September 2024 /

Creating an altar dedicated to your ancestors is a powerful way to honour and connect with your ancestors. 

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