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Niantic Yoga Studio, Niantic, CT

November 23rd, 2025 2:30-4pm

About Book Club

Join us for a monthly gathering of mindful readers and seekers.
Our Yoga Book Club is a discussion-based community for those drawn to explore the deeper layers of yoga, spirituality, and personal growth. Together, we read transformational works that inspire reflection, compassion, and conscious living — from ancient philosophy to modern mindfulness.

Each meeting is a space for open-hearted conversation, curiosity, and connection. There are no rules, no quizzes, and no pressure to finish every chapter — the books simply serve as a starting point for meaningful dialogue and self-inquiry.

We meet in a warm, welcoming setting where you can sip tea, enjoy light bites and seasonal mocktails, and connect with others walking a similar path. Whether you’re a devoted yogi or simply someone interested in living with more awareness and presence, this circle is for you.

November Pick: Compassion in Action by Ram Dass and Mirabai Bush

In Compassion in Action, Ram Dass and Mirabai Bush explore how to bring love, service, and mindfulness into the messy, beautiful reality of everyday life. Blending spiritual insight with real-world examples, they show that compassion isn’t just a feeling — it’s a practice that transforms both ourselves and the world around us. It invites us to move beyond overwhelm or helplessness and instead learn how to actually help — to meet suffering with presence, empathy, and purposeful action.

We’ll use this month’s discussion to reflect on what it means to live our yoga off the mat and embody compassion as a daily practice — in our communities, our relationships, and within ourselves.

What We’ve Read So Far

  • Radical Acceptance by Tara Broch

    A deeply moving exploration of compassion and presence. This book helped us soften toward ourselves — to remember that awakening starts with kindness, not perfection. It invited us to meet our experience, just as it is, and call it “enough.”

  • Let Them by Mel Robbins

    We loved this one despite going in unsure. It reminded us to release control and find peace in allowing — a modern-day practice in non-attachment. We laughed about how hard “letting them” can actually be, but agreed it’s one of the most freeing things we can do.

  • Diana, Herself by Martha Beck

    Whimsical, funny, heartbreaking, and unexpectedly profound — one of our all-time favorites. We found deep truths about coming home to ourselves, and it’s a book we believe every woman should read. This allegorical book truly encapsulates the magic and truth of yoga philosophy.

  • Be Water, My Friend by Shannon Lee

    We loved the flow of this one — both literal and metaphorical. It opened up reflections about softness, strength, and learning to move through life with less resistance. We talked about how true power lies not in control, but in presence and adaptability.

  • Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza

    Science meets spirit. We explored the idea that we can change our energy — and by doing so, change our lives. Some of us were fascinated by the neuroscience; others were drawn to the mystical side. All of us left believing transformation is possible.

  • The Yamas and Niyamas by Deborah Adele

    While we appreciated its practicality, this one didn’t land as deeply for our group. It felt a bit disconnected from the sacred roots of yoga philosophy — more self-help. Still, it opened up an honest conversation about where modern yoga diverges from tradition and how to bring more authenticity into our practice.

  • The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

    A beautiful reminder that the path itself is the treasure. This story of trust and transformation sparked deep conversations about intuition, timing, and following what calls your heart. It reminded us that purpose doesn’t always look like a straight line — sometimes the detours are divine.

  • The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Rui

    Sometimes the simplest concepts can be the hardest to live by. This classic book reminded us how much peace can come from awareness — how our words, boundaries, and perceptions shape everything. It’s one we come back to often, especially when we need the reminder to not take things personally.

  • Awakening Shakti by Sally Kempton

    A deep dive into the feminine spirit of yoga. Each goddess became a mirror — helping us recognize different energies within ourselves and how to honor them in daily life. It was one of our most empowering reads, helping us reclaim softness as strength.

  • Paths to God: Living the Bhagavad Gita by Ram Dass

    This one cracked us open. It made big spiritual ideas feel intimate and real — about surrender, devotion, and finding the sacred in everyday life. Many of us felt it was a turning point in how we see yoga as a path to love, not achievement.

  • Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom

    This one made us cry — in the best way. It brought up gratitude, love, and what it means to really show up for each other while we’re here. It reminded us how the simplest conversations can become sacred when they’re rooted in love.

  • The Bhagavad Gita, translation by Eknath Eswaran

    A timeless classic text that brought us back to the essence of yoga — purpose, duty, and devotion. It helped us see that our daily lives are the practice. It deepened our reverence for yoga’s roots and reminded us how relevant these teachings still are through the story of Krishna and Arjuna

  • Many Lives, Masters by Brian Weiss

    One of our all time favorites that we’ll always come back to. The stories of healing and reincarnation invited us to consider soul connections and how love can transcend lifetimes. It opened our minds to the idea that growth doesn’t end when this life does. This book also ignited a reincarnation and past life book kick for us!

  • Messages from the Masters by Dr. Brian Weiss

    A continuation of that same conversation with Brian Weiss— about what happens when we let love guide our choices instead of fear. It deepened our reflections on surrender, forgiveness, and the unseen ways we are all connected.

  • Only Love is Real by Dr. Brian Weiss

    This one felt like a warm reminder that everything comes back to love — across time, space, and lifetimes. It was simple and sweet, a quiet reminder that the universe has its own way of bringing souls together.

  • Journey of Souls by Dr. Michael Newton

    A bizarre but fascinating look beyond this life — sparking reflections about purpose, soul growth, and why we’re drawn to the people we meet. It got us talking about destiny and choice, and whether our paths are written or created.

  • The Prism by Laura Day

    We explored intuition and energy work through this one — how perception shapes reality, and how clarity can create alignment. It reminded us that intuition isn’t magic — it’s just listening more closely to what we already know.

  • A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle

    This one hit home for many of us. A reminder that awakening isn’t something far away — it’s simply being present, again and again. We talked about ego, awareness, and how the smallest moments can become portals to consciousness.

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FAQs

  • Not at all! The book is a starting point for reflection and discussion — you’re welcome whether you’ve read every page or just skimmed a few chapters.

  • Anyone interested in yoga, mindfulness, spirituality, or personal growth. You don’t need to be a teacher or long-time practitioner — just open-minded and curious.

  • We meet at Niantic Yoga Studio in Niantic, CT. In the warmer months, we set up picnic style on the side porch of the studio!

  • Just yourself and an open heart. Some people like to bring a notebook or journal to jot down insights.

  • Nope — there’s no asana (movement) practice during Book Club. Instead, we explore yoga philosophy and mindful living through discussion, reflection, and community connection.

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