

Turning Collective Visions into Acts of Impact by Ryan Constan
Each month as an OS intern, I am privileged to have a consistent presence shaping my work: the Massachusetts Taskforce to End Loneliness...


Cultivating Serenity and Healing: Contemplations from a Semester at Open Spirit
With the frenetic rhythm of school assignments all but ceasing, I’m seizing a pulse pause, a momentary break from the bustle, as I often...


Harmony Amidst Grief: A Heartfelt Evening of Communal Reflection and Comfort
By Ryan Conston In a quiet, circular embrace of Edwards Hall, a recent evening unfolded as a poignant testament to the resilience of the...


Creativity Unleashed: A Flavorful Day of Spirit
Written by Ryan Conston Surrounded by scenic hills, a sunny day unfolded, casting a radiant glow on our Day of Spirit “Creativity Without...


Strength in Unity: Confronting Loneliness Through Community
Amid the picturesque scenery of Framingham, where the autumn leaves had begun to paint the world in rich mahogany and vibrant orange...


My First Sukkot Festival Experience: An Evening of Connection and Reflection
Earlier this month, I had the special privilege to attend a Sukkot Festival in Framingham as a Harvard intern with Open Spirit. As a...


Honoring Grief & Outrage; Trusting the Promise of Healing by Debbie Clark
Dear friends, This afternoon I am going to be one of the “Community Partners” supporting teachers and staff in the Framingham Public...


Buddhist Conundrum: My journey with Meditation by Aliyah Collins
I have been participating in Bhante Pannnasiri’s Tuesday meditation class for the past few months. When I wrote my first blog documenting...


"A Self-Healing Practice with a Good Journey" An Introduction to Qigong by Kathleen Sakovitz
What does the word Qigong mean? The word Qi (chi) in Chinese means air, breath, vital energy, spirit, related to oxygen and mental...


Gentle Yoga for Challenging Times by Aliyah Collins
For the past two weeks, I have attended Gentle Yoga for Challenging Times led by Danielle Rousseau. I have participated in yoga classes...