Order your copy of The Hridaya Cookbook! Explore this collection of plant-based recipes from our centers, and bring presence and intention to every meal.
Order your copy of The Hridaya Cookbook! Explore this collection of plant-based recipes from our centers, and bring presence and intention to every meal.
To share the wisdom of the Spiritual Heart, inspiring all to awaken to their innermost Self and live from its clarity, depth, love, and truth.
Hridaya aspires to facilitate the profound transformation of sincere seekers from all backgrounds through Self-awareness, empowering individuals to awaken the Heart’s innate wisdom and embrace the unity of all existence through Self-Inquiry and compassionate living.
Our vision is to foster the revelation of the sanctuary of the Heart. In this space, everyone can experience their True Nature, cultivate inner harmony, and radiate love and presence in the world.
Through these teachings, we envision a ripple effect of awakening that transforms not only individual lives but the collective consciousness of humanity.
Our perception of Hridaya as a pathway to Self-discovery emphasizes the journey rather than a goal-oriented outcome. So, the word “mission” may not be appropriate.
Still, a fundamental intention guides our activities: We provide students with a supportive environment for inner exploration, transformation, and immersion in the Heart. Such a commitment not only encourages deeper Self-awareness but leads to more compassion, connection, and harmony in life. It nurtures a more intimate relationship with the Supreme Self and reveals a profound understanding of the unity that underlies all existence. In this way, we support introspection and the flourishing of love and awareness within our students.
We seek to fulfill our dharma (moral and spiritual duty) by offering silent meditation retreats, Hatha Yoga modules, workshops, and teachings that inspire the awakening of the Heart and guide practitioners to a more authentic and meaningful way of living.
Our values are the timeless inner qualities that we aspire to embody—the radiant virtues of the Heart.
Our principles are the living expression of these values, guiding how we move in the world with clarity, integrity, and devotion.
At the core of the Hridaya path is the cultivation of a Coeur de Lion (“Lionheart”)—the natural dignity and strength of one who lives from the Heart, both in spiritual practice and in daily life. Our values are radiant facets of the Coeur de Lion:
The inner fire that draws us toward the Beloved
The strength to remain open and walk into unknown, uncharted territories
The vibrant aliveness of the soul, the ineffable embrace that includes all; an intuition of the Divine Self, the Beloved, shining in everything
The surrender of the personal identity and all its structures
The Heart’s response to suffering, grounded in absolute bodhicitta (transpersonal compassion) and jnana (wisdom)
The joyful recognition of life as a divine gift
The transparency of being aligned with the Supreme Truth
The coherence between ideals and the manifest realm; the harmonious unity of thought, word, and action
The Heart’s sense of overflowing divine abundance, expressed in the detached joy of giving and offering
The still strength to remain anchored in Truth
The constancy and inner fire (tapas) of reaffirming the commitment to the Heart
The vibrant passion of the Heart, being with God, wonder, and childlike grace
Lightness of spirit, an expression of ananda, divine bliss
The discernment, viveka, between the domain of phenomena (objects, the mind, senses, etc.) and Self-awareness
The peaceful living ground of presence and silence
Pure intention—a clear mind, transparent psyche, light energies; an unclouded being
Rooted in the pure “I”-feeling, a natural dropping of unnecessary, unessential aspects of life
We honor the Heart in all our actions, thoughts, and intentions. We make decisions in alignment with the essence of the Spiritual Heart, honoring Truth, ensuring Hridaya’s continuity, and supporting our mission, while remaining rooted in integrity. In this way, we honor stillness, grace, and the ineffable, unseen, divine foundation of our work.
In all our relationships, we act from the Heart’s courage, compassion, humbleness, and generosity, aspiring to live with dignity, truthfulness, and sacred strength.
Based on the openness of the Heart, we cultivate trust, honesty, and humility through open, heartfelt, and conscious dialogue within the team and with the wider sangha, thus ensuring that the community is aware of our strategy, aspirations, and results.
We act and make decisions in full responsibility, according to our specific positions, for the benefit of Hridaya and all human beings. We aspire to act in the Karma Yoga spirit, guided by freedom, wisdom, devotion, and commitment to Truth and the Hridaya Vision.
We welcome the participation of sangha members (and the wider community) in the development of our school, nurturing a sense of accountability, trust, commitment, togetherness, and unity in action.
We commit to constant refinement of our inner dimensions and our external actions. We commit to the continual blossoming of the school, our community, and, even more importantly, ourselves as vessels of the Heart.
We see spirituality as a path of transformation of daily life (by elevating our paradigms) as well as a path of transformation through daily life (by seeing any challenge, synchronicity, or circumstance as a divine opportunity for learning). This integration is not just to be taught or preached but to be intimately lived.
We recognize that Hridaya is sustained through love-offerings. We create conditions in which we all blossom as Karma Yogis through conscious giving and generosity.
Through regular conscious gatherings, we nurture steady progress, cultivate enthusiasm, and support one another in deepening in awareness.
We offer the Hridaya teachings openly to all who genuinely seek them. By providing scholarships and low-income discounts, we ensure that anyone eager for Self-knowledge can access our programs.
We see the Spiritual Heart reflected in a unique way through each being. Therefore, we honor the sacredness of every soul.
We foster a loving, compassionate, safe, and respectful environment.
We encourage the expression of genuine humor, happiness, and warmth on the spiritual journey.
We value Karma Yoga, selfless service done with awareness, detachment, and love. By acting in this way, we create greater harmony and learn to imbue each moment with sacredness.
We rejoice in the diversity of paths and traditions that ultimately lead to who we really are: the Spiritual Heart. We recognize that everyone’s journey is unique while acknowledging essential milestones on the path: serenity of mind, introspection, and surrender to our essence.
This value reflects the teachings of interconnectedness, unconditional love, and the recognition of the divine nature that radiates in all beings. It acknowledges that different people may resonate with different attitudes and celebrates the unity of Self-awareness amid this diversity. By embracing inclusiveness, we create a safe and nurturing environment of mutual respect, harmony, and collaboration where all individuals can thrive, contribute, and experience the transformative power of unity and understanding for the well-being of the entire Cosmos.
We believe that a nurturing, supportive, inclusive, and Heart-centered community of practitioners is a vital aspect of the spiritual journey. We value collective support, shared experiences, and coming together in a shared journey of spiritual transformation. We also honor the crucial role of community members in supporting different operational tasks. Through this spirit of shared growth and understanding, our students and community members find a sense of belonging and encouragement, which further nurtures a supportive environment for personal and collective evolution.
Whatever you call it, it’s that which calls you to look within.
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