http://tantraforawakening.com
Magic happened! We gathered and spent the day exploring SkyDancing Tantra. Hearts opened, loved flowed and truth was expressed. Essence was shared and experienced by all. Thanks for showing up and being so authentic.
What a delightful day exploring the path to bliss. Ten people gathered in Phoenix and explored seeing the Divine in each other and in each moment. They learned how the create a bubble and share their desires, fears and boundaries. They visited their "Sacred Garden" and met their "Inner Lover."
Energy flowed as we used the 3 Keys to open the "Inner Flute" and expand the awareness of our true nature. Joy was had by all as we let go of past and future and discovered the bliss that is in every, Now moment.
We ended the day with the Heart Wave Meditation. This meditation which is done in a dyad and is based on an ancient Tibeatan Buddhist practice, allows you to move beyond, personality, thought and ego and melt into emptiness.
Wow! It was my birthday and I can't think of a better way to celebrate it than this.
Student Comments:
“This was the most energetic and transformational experiences I have ever had. To be able to open up and be honest with another person , and be honest with myself, without fear of my vulnerability. I feel I have taken a huge step on my path to discovering myself and the person I truly am . The sharing of the energy in the room was both inspiring and calming, joyous and safe, loving and nurturing. I look forward to more shared experiences with Crystal Dawn and the other people I met here. Namaste “
Carol F. Phoenix, AZ
“As a newcomer to Tantra, Crystal (and assistant Jim,) held an excellent group session that was very informative and had me very focused on the energy present. I certainly would do this again. Thanks Crystal (and Jim.)”
Larry B. – Phoenix, AZ
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Emptiness Blooms in the Heart- A Weekend with Gangaji, Jan. 10-11
Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, I read Gangaji’s book The Diamond in Your Pocket: discovering your true radiance. This book is a gold mine of wisdom. I found answers to questions I have been curious about for years. She speaks with such clarity about emptiness, which is not so easy to do. As I read the words, I began to notice a real shift in my consciousness. My ego seemed to be dissolving. (It is an interesting thing to watch, this letting go of me as a separate being.) I have had many experiences over the years of entering ecstatic states of bliss, oneness, unity consciousness and they were marvelous, but as Gangaji points out- they end. This process is different. I am not in an ecstatic state. Instead of an “I” being aware, there is awareness of Awareness, that which never changes. This is a shift into a new way of being.
After Christmas I went online to see if she had any workshops in the near future and, to my joy, she was scheduled in San Diego Jan.10-11. I signed up immediately. My time with her was delightful. Her presence has a translucent quality and I could feel the Truth flow from her as a gentle, penetrating light. On Saturday afternoon, as we meditated with her, I felt a bouquet of roses, the color of emptiness, blossom and open my heart. This was so visceral I could almost smell the love and freedom as they filled the room. The path of self- inquiry she shares is so direct and powerful. Awareness is so clear and pure. I see now that thoughts, feelings, and desires will continue to come and go and yet this Awareness is always here in each moment.
This morning, I awoke at 4 a.m. and there were negative thoughts, fears that I am not being productive enough, to-dos, and concerns about the future. (There has been a noticeable desire to be in the flow and not to do for the past several weeks.) I lay in bed and watched the thoughts. I stayed aware and still the thoughts came and went. My mind remained busy until about 6:30, when I dozed off. I got up at 7:30 a.m. and watched a Gangaji DVD. It helped to hear her speak of Awareness and the traps the mind sets. Awareness settled in again. What I am learning is to stay present and watch the mind to see the story and not get caught in it, to feel the emotions but not become them, allowing whatever is arising to be as it is- conscious of it all and yet knowing it is not me. It is a new way of being and seeing.
Questions arise, lots of questions and, as Gangaji so beautifully suggested, there is nothing to expect and who is there to expect it anyhow?” So I relax, stay present and allow Truth to be revealed. http://www.gangaji.org/
“Life is the Guru kissing, slapping, confirming, denying. What does it mean to be true to who you are?” Gangaji
After Christmas I went online to see if she had any workshops in the near future and, to my joy, she was scheduled in San Diego Jan.10-11. I signed up immediately. My time with her was delightful. Her presence has a translucent quality and I could feel the Truth flow from her as a gentle, penetrating light. On Saturday afternoon, as we meditated with her, I felt a bouquet of roses, the color of emptiness, blossom and open my heart. This was so visceral I could almost smell the love and freedom as they filled the room. The path of self- inquiry she shares is so direct and powerful. Awareness is so clear and pure. I see now that thoughts, feelings, and desires will continue to come and go and yet this Awareness is always here in each moment.
This morning, I awoke at 4 a.m. and there were negative thoughts, fears that I am not being productive enough, to-dos, and concerns about the future. (There has been a noticeable desire to be in the flow and not to do for the past several weeks.) I lay in bed and watched the thoughts. I stayed aware and still the thoughts came and went. My mind remained busy until about 6:30, when I dozed off. I got up at 7:30 a.m. and watched a Gangaji DVD. It helped to hear her speak of Awareness and the traps the mind sets. Awareness settled in again. What I am learning is to stay present and watch the mind to see the story and not get caught in it, to feel the emotions but not become them, allowing whatever is arising to be as it is- conscious of it all and yet knowing it is not me. It is a new way of being and seeing.
Questions arise, lots of questions and, as Gangaji so beautifully suggested, there is nothing to expect and who is there to expect it anyhow?” So I relax, stay present and allow Truth to be revealed. http://www.gangaji.org/
“Life is the Guru kissing, slapping, confirming, denying. What does it mean to be true to who you are?” Gangaji
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Discover the Path to Bliss - Jan 17th Phoenix
I am offering a one day training in the Phoenix area that is a gentle introduction to SkyDancing Tantra. In this class you will learn the 3 Keys to Bliss, meet your "Inner Lover," communication skills, reclaiming your ecstatic nature, and expanding your capacity for pleasure. This one-day workshop goes from 9:30 am - 7:30 pm. in Tempe, AZ. The cost is $125 per person. I hope to see you there.
Friday, January 2, 2009
Blessings for you in 2009
May you appreciate all life.
May you connect with Source.
May you have an open heart.
May your intuition guide you.
May you have clarity of purpose.
May you cherish the sacred in all things.
May you trust yourself in every moment.
May you commit fully and never hold back.
May you be gentle with yourself and others.
May you honor your body and as a divine temple.
May you love and be loved with both passion and compassion.
May you be surrounded by friends who support your authenticity.
May you let go of past and future, living instead fully present in each moment.
May you let go of limitation and embrace your Divinity, sharing the gift you are with the world.
Blessings and lots of love,
Crystal Dawn
May you connect with Source.
May you have an open heart.
May your intuition guide you.
May you have clarity of purpose.
May you cherish the sacred in all things.
May you trust yourself in every moment.
May you commit fully and never hold back.
May you be gentle with yourself and others.
May you honor your body and as a divine temple.
May you love and be loved with both passion and compassion.
May you be surrounded by friends who support your authenticity.
May you let go of past and future, living instead fully present in each moment.
May you let go of limitation and embrace your Divinity, sharing the gift you are with the world.
Blessings and lots of love,
Crystal Dawn
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Opening to Devotion - Rumi's Wedding Day
On Dec 17th I was at an event celebrating Rumi’s Wedding Day, the day he left his body. My friend Gabriella, recited the poems of Rumi, Hafiz and Lalla’s , actually she does more than recite their words she channels their presence through their words. She was backed up by a band of 4 men who accompanied her with drums, bells and didgeridoos. The magic of these Sufi poets and the beautiful music sat the tone of the evening.
The second half of the event was devoted to ziker, a dance of turning in a slow circle as Rumi did. As I danced I became aware of the energy of the ziker as masculine, one of entering into the emptiness. I then allowed myself the freedom to dance in a feminine way which was wild and passionate. I then experimented by going back and forth between the two forms of dance. In finally accepted that I was much more at home in the wild feminine form and I surrendered fully to my feminine passion.
At the end of the evening, as the last noted was played I dropped to the ground in surrender and at that moment my heart was flooded with devotion. I recognized the power of the masculine to hold the space and provided the container for my feminine passion to express herself. I was deeply moved to express my devotion to Gabriella and to the band members. I went up to each of them and bowed down to them and thanked them. I felt so much trust and presence in that moment, so much love. The depth of consciousness had penetrated me fully and I was one with the emptiness and I was not afraid. I was at peace.
The second half of the event was devoted to ziker, a dance of turning in a slow circle as Rumi did. As I danced I became aware of the energy of the ziker as masculine, one of entering into the emptiness. I then allowed myself the freedom to dance in a feminine way which was wild and passionate. I then experimented by going back and forth between the two forms of dance. In finally accepted that I was much more at home in the wild feminine form and I surrendered fully to my feminine passion.
At the end of the evening, as the last noted was played I dropped to the ground in surrender and at that moment my heart was flooded with devotion. I recognized the power of the masculine to hold the space and provided the container for my feminine passion to express herself. I was deeply moved to express my devotion to Gabriella and to the band members. I went up to each of them and bowed down to them and thanked them. I felt so much trust and presence in that moment, so much love. The depth of consciousness had penetrated me fully and I was one with the emptiness and I was not afraid. I was at peace.
Art by Andrew Gonzalez:
http://www.sublimatrix.com/
Learn more about Rumi's wedding Day : http://http//www.sedonacreativelife.com/pre1069.html
Learn more about Gabriella: http://www.gabrielleyoung.com/home.html
Learn more about Rumi's wedding Day : http://http//www.sedonacreativelife.com/pre1069.html
Learn more about Gabriella: http://www.gabrielleyoung.com/home.html
Monday, December 8, 2008
The Full-Body Orgasm Class Dec.6th in Phoenix
Saturday I taught a one-day class in Phoenix on how to awaken the full-body orgasm and what a great day we had. Everyone experience the ecstatic energy and learned how to open their inner flute and expand into bliss. This class is based on Margot Anand's SkyDancing Tantra. I developed this one-day class for both new and experience people to have an opportunity to embody their orgasmic energy outside a sexual context. Every time I teach this class I am amazed at how power these tools are and how quickly people can open and take it to the next level. I was delighted to have a member of the Deida Connection attend this event.
In truth bliss is always available us it is just that most of the time we are to busy to notice what is all around and through us. I feel very lucky to be teaching this work.
In truth bliss is always available us it is just that most of the time we are to busy to notice what is all around and through us. I feel very lucky to be teaching this work.
This picture is called the Secret Rapture by Andrew Gonzalez, http://www.sublimatrix.com/.
The Wave of Bliss
The week of Nov. 10-16, 2008, I had the pleasure of assisting Margot Anand and Jelle Bode at the Love and Ecstatsy Training Level 3: The Wave of Bliss in northern California. Margot creates an amazing container for people to expand their consciousness and move into new experiences. This group was particularly open to taking it to the next level and they did. Our closing ritual took us flying out into the cosmos.
Being a part of a week long workshop with people who have spent a 6 months bonding is a great gift. It gives me hope for the world. By the end of the week there was such a sense of love, trust and connection that no one wanted to leave. I believe if we could expose everyone in the world to this work we could end war.
Thank you to all beings who are on the SkyDancing path may it continue to grow and end all suffering everywhere.
Being a part of a week long workshop with people who have spent a 6 months bonding is a great gift. It gives me hope for the world. By the end of the week there was such a sense of love, trust and connection that no one wanted to leave. I believe if we could expose everyone in the world to this work we could end war.
Thank you to all beings who are on the SkyDancing path may it continue to grow and end all suffering everywhere.
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