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Namaste🙏,
My name is Yogacharya Raj, but people call me "Guru." I was running a Yoga and Meditation + Ayurveda Retreat in the foothills of the Himalayas, overlooking the beautiful mountains & lake in pokhara. Due to the Covid pandemic situation, it was closed, and now I'm trying to create a new location dedicated to Yoga, Meditation & Ayurveda near Kathmandu. Please help me.
Before Covid, I had my beautiful family, but I lost it. Now, I have my baby girl Shakshi, who is 8 years old, and we all live with my mother, Gyanu, who is 73 years old. I was trying to grow, but nature had different plans, and again we faced a landslide and flood in September 2024. I want to rebuild and grow back.
I need to take care of my beautiful and creative girl, as well as my elderly mother, and we are planning to create a beautiful location for Yoga, Meditation & Ayurveda.
We need volunteers to construct the center, where everyone can share joy of life.
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# First, we need to clear landslide soil from the house and field.- Finish 💪.
# Remove unnecessary things and reform all the property.- Running ⛏️.
# Construction of green house for vegetable. - Running ⛏️.
# Renovate the old houses & color it.-Running 🏗️.
# construction of Yoga Hall- Running 🏗️.
# Demolition of the cow stables and creation of a garden there.
# Making garden surrounding Yoga Hall.
# Make a clear path to walk around.
# making boundaries around the surroundings.
# Also, we need suggestions to attract customers to the retreat.
# We would also like to make one room for volunteers & visitors.
In addition, every day we need help with cooking food for ourselves and gardening to grow vegetables.
We invite you to let your full potential flourish! You are welcome to join our yoga and meditation sessions, and we are open to any creative ideas and input you may have for our home.
Along with this, you can experience yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda. Since it is a pure Nepali village, you will have the opportunity to understand Nepali society and learn about the customs and traditions of the Nepali Brahmin community.
Our destination is not a tourist location, so you can fully enjoy the authentic culture and traditions of a Brahmin family as a foreign guest. This will be a completely unique experience.
We have some hens for organic eggs, cows for organic milk, rabbits to help release stress, and honey bees for honey.
You can taste seasonal fruits such as oranges, kiwi, guava, sugarcane, bananas, Nepali hog plum, and local varieties of persimmon, plum, and peach from my garden. From the forest, we offer 100% organic fruits like Golden Himalayan raspberry, Berberis aristata, Himalayan ground gooseberry, and fragrant wintergreen in season.
You can have ginger and turmeric are available year-round, beneficial for health.
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🧘 ૐ 🧘🏻♀️ Sustainable Construction with Zero Carbon Emissions🧘 ૐ 🧘🏻♀️
My project is using local organic materials for construction is an effective way to achieve zero carbon emissions. This approach involves relying on natural, renewable, and locally sourced materials such as bamboo, timber, straw, adobe, and hempcrete. These materials have low embodied energy, meaning they require minimal energy to produce and transport, significantly reducing the overall carbon footprint of the construction process.
One of the key benefits of using these organic materials is their ability to sequester carbon. For example, bamboo and timber capture and store carbon dioxide during their growth, acting as natural carbon sinks. When incorporated into buildings, they continue to lock in the carbon, contributing to a sustainable and eco-friendly construction approach.
Additionally, construction techniques should prioritize minimizing energy use. This can be achieved by using solar-powered tools, wind energy, or even manual labor where feasible. By avoiding energy-intensive processes and fossil fuels, the environmental impact is further reduced.
Adopting these methods not only aligns with sustainable development goals but also supports local economies by utilizing locally available resources. It preserves traditional building practices and fosters resilience in communities while protecting the environment for future generations.
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🍃♻️🏞️💚🌱 Invitation to Join Our Zero Carbon Construction Project🍃♻️🏞️💚🌱
We are excited to invite passionate individuals to join our zero carbon construction initiative through Workaway! This project focuses on creating eco-friendly structures using locally sourced organic materials like bamboo, straw, adobe, and hempcrete. Together, we aim to build sustainable and innovative spaces while minimizing our environmental impact.
As a volunteer, you will gain hands-on experience in sustainable construction techniques, learn about renewable materials, and contribute to a meaningful cause. Your efforts will help us promote green building practices and create a model for zero carbon living.
Come be a part of this inspiring journey and help us shape a greener, more sustainable future. Let’s work together to build responsibly and make a positive impact on our planet!Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Self developmentPolitics / Social justiceCharity workBooksAnimalsYoga / WellnessOutdoor activitiesHikingFitnessCultural exchange and learning opportunities
Now we are starting from zero, but we can mange food and and accommodation, you can expect to learn about the Nepalese culture including, food, farming and building techniques. There is also the opportunity to improve your physical and spiritual well being through yoga and meditation practice and the fresh Himalayan air. We have a library that you are welcome to study where you can learn about yoga, spirituality, politics and nature.
Dos & Don'ts
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1 . Help with Cleaning: Please assist with washing dishes after cooking and eating.
2 . Food Etiquette: Do not put leftover food back into the main pot.
3 . Temple Rules: During the moon cycle, kindly avoid touching my mom's small temple.
4 . House Maintenance: When you’re free, help clean the surroundings of the house.
5 . Healthy Gifts for Satya: Please avoid bringing sugar-filled or junk food for my daughter, Satya, even if she asks for it. Instead, consider thoughtful gifts like dried fruits, nuts, books, or other items that contribute to her health and development.
6 . Cat Comfort: Sure, the cat, enjoys sitting with guests—don’t be afraid if she approaches you.Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
we need to construct every thing keep your mind open & strong arms.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Hindi: Fluent
German: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
Yes ! want to learn the different language.Accommodation
Basic facility of accommodation of happy faces.
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Very simple room with Basic facility. warm Blankets.
( But very soon - You'll have a double twin bed in a shared room for two people. The room is simple, with a shared bathroom. Blankets and a hot water bottle, small table, small cupboard are provided, along with a mirror to see the goodness in your face.)
I’d like to confirm that we have never charged any fees to Workawayers in the past, and we will not charge anyone in the future. My goal is to create a welcoming and enriching environment where Workawayers can participate and learn without any financial obligations.What else ...
1. From Kathmandu- public bus
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From in-front of the Bir Hospital, Kathmandu to Panauti - 2.5 to 3 Hours (32.6 km) via NH03. Then catch bus or Auto Rickshaw to (Kushadevi) Naya- Pul - 5 km west. Then Fallow Dhyan Marga or you may ask about Asharama.
2. From Kathmandu & Patan.
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From Gwarko, Lalitpur via F072 to Lankuri - Bhanjyang to Panauti - Gworko Rd, Drive until Naya Pul (Kushadevi) -24.3 km, Then Fallow Dhyan Marga or you may ask about Asharama.
3. From Bhakatapur
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Suryabinayak chowk to Rani kot, then Maane Dobhaan nad trun left to Naya Pul (Kushadevi). Then Fallow Dhyan Marga or you may ask about Asharama.
4. From Dhulikhal.
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Fallow Dhulikhal Shreekhandapur Road, Than fallow to Panauti and Then Been to Nayapul.
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From Panauti
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If you have Big Back-Pack, take Tuck-Tuck( Auto ) from Panauti (6 KM), they charge Rs 250 to 300 and they bring direct to here.
For Tuck-tuck refer Ajaya Sapkota(Nakhil), Bajmati 001 Ha 0029(number) because he lost his House, Stable as well as cows & goats in the land slide of setamber 2024 . Ask us for his number.
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Regarding the exchange policy, I confirm that I will not be charging any fee to volunteers. I fully understand Workaway's guidelines and will ensure a fair and mutually beneficial exchange by providing food and accommodation in return for their help.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
any kind of 2 & 4 wheeler vehicles welcome.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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Faezeh graced our home for two weeks, and her presence was truly a blessing. She tirelessly helped us clear the landslide debris, leveled the area, painted doors and windows with care, and brought cleanliness and freshness to our house.
Her culinary skills were a delight, as she shared her traditional dishes,… read more