Love Shine Play Festival 2025

Astrology is a profound tool for self-discovery, growth, and overall life enrichment. In this engaging, playful, and supportive workshop, professional astrologer and experienced life coach Mary Kathryn Jackson will guide you through the foundational pillars of astrology, revealing how they impact human behaviors and the human experience. Together, we'll delve into the gifts and lessons of the zodiac signs, planets, and elements, providing you with practical insights to navigate your life path with greater ease and alignment. Whether you're new to astrology or have been exploring it for years, this workshop offers fresh perspectives and actionable tools to deepen your connection with yourself and those around you.

You can expect: Interactive, engaging discussion on foundational astrology principles and how they can inform your relationships, work, personal strengths and challenges, life purpose, life lessons, and more Playful, contemplative practices to connect with the planetary energies and elemental archetypes Practical takeaways you can apply immediately in your everyday life Plenty of fun, laughter, and “YES!” moments

Join me for an interactive journey into the heart of Yoga philosophy and practice. Expect a few rounds of a brief lecture, individual practice, partnering to practice active listening, and then a group discussion on topics like: Self and no-self, climate change alarmism and denialism, DEI and fascism, etc.

The world feels like it’s on fire—or sinking under water. So now what? The Bhagavad Gita isn’t just an ancient text; it’s a spiritual survival guide for our messy, modern times. In this class, we’ll explore how Arjuna’s crisis on the battlefield mirrors our own struggles. When everything falls apart, how do we rise with purpose?

We’ll dive into the core teachings of dharma (sacred duty), karma (right action), surrender, detachment, and the cycles of the yugas, uncovering how these timeless principles offer clarity in the chaos of life. Through grounded philosophy and real-talk reflection, you’ll leave feeling connected to your deeper path, even amidst the rubble. This is the class that will remind you: even in the mess, there’s magic.

They say, you are what you eat—but Ayurveda takes it deeper. What we consume shapes our energy, vitality, and overall harmony. In this immersive workshop, join Nishita as she unpacks the art of Ayurvedic nutrition, showing how food can be a powerful tool for balance and healing. Explore why there’s no one-size-fits-all diet and discover how to integrate ancient wisdom into your modern meals. Plus, don’t miss the live cooking demo—where flavor meets function in Ayurvedic-inspired treats designed to nourish your body and soul!

Unlock the power of music in your yoga and wellness classes with DJ Taz Rashid’s immersive workshop on building the perfect yoga playlist. Whether you teach high energy vinyasa, soulful yin, restorative flows, or your own signature style, this session will give you the tools to seamlessly integrate music into your practice enhancing the energy, flow, and overall experience for your students. DJ Taz will guide you in refining your instinctive listening and intuitive teaching skills, helping you create smooth transitions and dynamic soundscapes that elevate your classes. Learn how to structure your playlist to match the arc of your sequence, mix beats effortlessly, and build confidence in using music as a powerful teaching tool. This workshop is a must-attend for yoga and wellness teachers looking to deepen their connection to sound and movement, attract more students, and create unforgettable experiences. Open to all—whether you're an experienced instructor, a new teacher, or simply a music lover who wants to explore the synergy of music and mindfulness.

Yoga teachers carry a significant responsibility as they walk into the studio to teach a class. The expectations are high as they conduct the symphony of the breath, cue anatomical alignment, urge proper engagement, and teach the wisdom practices of this ancient science. All of this is layered gracefully over the architecture of the sequence. Just like any other structure, if the foundation isn't stable and secure, the building will quickly start to show its cracks.

Sequencing is the stable base that must be built to bear the weight of all the other elements that will be laid upon it. Alongside that, there is an undeniable urge to make the structure beautiful and ornate. The choreography of the body has the potential to pull our students out of their minds and allow them to float in the freedom of uninhibited movement. However, the movement must be intelligent, coherent, directed, and delivered in a concise way.

Join professional astrologer and experienced life coach, Mary Kathryn Jackson, as we uncover the wisdom of your soul on your path to growth, self-discovery, and deeper, more meaningful relationships. Together, we’ll explore your unique soul essence through your Rising Sign, unveiling your traits, gifts, challenges, and the major life lessons available to you on your path. In this space of discovery and support, you’ll: Gain practical tools to align with your soul’s mission — with clarity, grace, and acceptance Explore how your personality, life experiences, and perceptions shape the way you engage with the world and interact with others Learn how to approach your soul’s mission with confidence and grace through astrology’s insightful lens.

Dive into the unique characteristics of each Rising Sign, discovering how it shapes your journey and how others perceive you when you first enter a room Nurture the hidden parts of yourself, bringing balance to aspects that need to be revealed and integrated into your life Discover fresh perspectives on your soul’s yearnings and gain insights into how to create balance in your life Deepen your connection to yourself and your unique soul beauty, discovering new gifts and lessons within you and your loved ones Develop more understanding and compassion towards your loved ones.

Whether you're looking to deepen your personal connection or gain new insight into your path of evolution, this workshop offers clarity, compassion, and practical astrology tools to guide you forward.

When life’s chaos calls for our attention, how do we stay open to it without losing touch with the magic within? How do we move through the darkness without being consumed by it, and return to our true nature—whether you call it Atman, Buddha nature, Christ consciousness, or simply our most authentic self? In this class, we’ll cultivate śrī, our inner radiance, not to deny the mess, but to shine a light as we navigate through it.
Through energizing asana, breathwork, meditation, and mantra, we’ll build a steady foundation that allows us to embrace the chaos while staying connected to our light. This intermediate-level practice will guide you back to your true self, offering clarity and strength amidst life’s storms.