WASHINGTON, August 10, 2011—Amidst budget crises and looming uncertainties, stress levels in the nation's capital are running high. How are DC area residents handling the anxiety and intense work loads?
This summer, a group of 60 volunteers at the Art of Living Foundation are taking up the challenge to "de-stress D.C." by sharing the knowledge and relaxation techniques taught in the Art of Living course.
When: Thursday, August 11th 6:30 pm- 9pm
Where: Sri Si Center for Peace and Meditation 2401 15th St. Nw. Washington D.C. 20009
Cost: Free
On Thursday, August 11th, volunteers are hosting a FREE open house at the Sri Sri Center for Peace and Meditation, inviting members of the DC community for a special evening of food, music, subtle yoga, and guided meditation.
Yoga Dance Flash Mob
To raise awareness for the campaign and spread a message of joyful stress reduction, the group organized DC's first ever yoga dance flash mob at Dupont Circle, gathering a crowd of hundreds of passersby, many of whom joined in on the simple yoga-inspired choreography and cheered, "de-stress DC!"
The Yoga Dance Flash Mob was such a success, the group will hold the next one in Columbia Heights at 6pm on Wednesday, August 10th.
About the Art of Living Foundation
The Art of Living Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational and humanitarian organization founded by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.
Sri Sri's initiatives have benefited more than 25 million people worldwide. The Foundation is one of the UN's largest volunteer-based NGOs, and works in special consultative status with the UN's Economic and Social Council, participating in a variety of committees and activities relating to health, education, sustainable development, conflict resolution, and disaster relief.
Source: http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/omkara/2011/aug/10/art-living-aims-de-stress-dc/
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