As we step into June, the air is charged with vibrant energy and a sense of solidarity as communities around the world come together to celebrate Pride Month 2024. We believe that fostering a culture of inclusivity goes hand in hand with promoting mental well-being. Pride Month is not only a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community’s resilience and achievements.
Pride Month is a time to amplify diverse voices, remember the importance of equality and diversity and honour the countless individuals who have fought tirelessly for equality and acceptance. It’s a celebration of authenticity and the right to live and love openly, without fear of discrimination or stigma. As we embrace the kaleidoscope of identities within the LGBTQ+ community, we recognise that each story is unique and deserving of validation and respect.
The yoga practice is a wonderful tool for recognising that we are all equal, connected and interdependent too. Satya practice or practicing truthfulness is an important part of the journey to recognise everyone’s equal rights, cultivate love and respect for choices and working from an honest starting point on our personal wellness journey, because we must be honest with ourselves and share from the heart.
All sentient beings have have something of value, something to offer. And by showing up and sharing, we can help others and to a stronger sense of community and collective wellness.
The feeling of acceptance in our community can create a great sense of safety and self-security. You can be vulnerable, be yourself, and be totally safe in this experience.
As Fig, we stand in solidarity by honouring diversity through the lens of unity the spiritual journey takes us on, embracing ourselves, the gift of spiritual practice, and the unity of a diverse community.