Thousands of people will gather at 4pm Plaza de Espana in Santo Domingo on Sunday, 21 September for an afternoon of meditation for world peace. The event is organized by The Art of Living branch in the Dominican Republic as part of a global event being organized by the Art of Living foundation in 100 countries.
The event is described as the largest worldwide simultaneous meditation for peace event.
Event coordinator Carmen Julia Gomez Carrasco says that the event seeks to promote peace in our minds as a step to reaching peace in society.
“It is scientifically proven that feelings are contagious and when a significant number of individuals can become serene, we strengthen the culture of peace for the rest of society.”
The Art of Living organizes activities to achieve a stress-free mind, a disease-free body and a violence-free society.
The event, which has the sponsorship of the Ministry of Tourism, is being held in support of the United Nations “International Peace Day” celebrated 21 September every year to strengthen the ideals of peace among all nations.
The event is free and no previous experience is required.
There will be music from the group Ciguapiando, stretching exercises and breathing exercises as part of the event. If you plan to attend, bring your own yoga mat if you have one, or a large towel or blanket for placing on the ground, and wear comfortable clothing
For more information, contact Arte de Vivir on 809-338-4404, 809-982-5705 (Carmen Julia Gomez cell phone), or by writing to carmenjulia@elartedevivir.org.
Read more about Art of Living in the Dominican Republic at http://www.artofliving.org/do-es
For more on ongoing and upcoming events, see http://www.dr1.com/calendar