Sangha Gathering: Mandalas & Mantras
with Brooke

Mandalas & Mantras is a monthly sangha gathering that blends creativity, mantra, meditation, and reflection. These live, virtual gatherings are designed to be accessible and grounding, with no prior experience in art, chanting, or yoga philosophy required.

In April, we will work with stones as a physical expression of intention. Each participant will choose a mantra and write it onto one stone, then design additional stones using mandala-inspired patterns. These stones can serve as tangible reminders of steadiness, clarity, and presence—objects you can return to in daily life.

A mandala is a circular form used across many cultures as a way to organize attention and cultivate focus. A mantra is a repeated sound, word, or phrase used to steady the mind. Together, they offer a simple, embodied way to slow down and turn inward.

After creating our stones, we will place them at the tops of our mats to dry and transition into a guided silent meditation, using the chosen mantra as the point of focus. The mantra may be repeated silently, held gently in awareness, or used as an anchor for attention. This meditation period allows the creative work to settle and the intention to be integrated through stillness.

This gathering emphasizes process over outcome. There is no expectation of artistic ability, performance, or sharing. Cameras may be on or off, and participation is always optional and self-directed.

Please use what you already have. This list is only a guide.

• 2–4 smooth stones (beach stones, river rocks, or similar)

• A permanent marker or paint pens

• mandala kits are available to purchase on amazon, but not necessary

• acrylic paints or paint pens

• paper plate or newspaper

• scrap paper for testing colors

• journal

• fine-tip markers                                                                                                                                      

• If you don’t have stones or paint, you are welcome to participate by writing your mantra and mandala designs on paper using markers or colored pencils and fully joining the guided meditation portion of the gathering.