OUR STORY

For several years, we were interested in the idea of establishing a retreat center in the DMV area. The relentless pace and demanding lifestyle prevalent in this region underscored the urgent need for a sanctuary like ours. Then, in the summer of 2022, two friends, Amen and Mehdi, discovered that they shared this vision.They took a car ride to and from a 5-day Yoga retreat hosted by Bumi in Canada and upon returning to Virginia, wasted no time in transforming their dream into a reality.

We are an emerging community firmly rooted in the belief in the transformative potential of healing energies, approached with responsibility and compassion.
SoHum Center was born from the principles of authentic connection, conscious communication, and both personal and collective growth.

We extend a warm welcome to individuals of all backgrounds, irrespective of nationality, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. We embrace those who are enthusiastic about actively contributing to a mindful community that thrives on harmonious coexistence. We seek individuals who are adaptable, proactive, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.

Our Mission & Beliefs
Mission: SoHum Center’s mission is to offer education, healing, and spirituality that seamlessly integrate into everyday life, incorporating the transformative power of meditation, yoga, art, dancing, and music. Our purpose is to guide humanity towards wholeness and wellness on the path of enlightenment, using these diverse and enriching practices as vehicles for personal and collective growth.

Vision: Our name, SoHum, originates from Sanskrit and literally means “I am,” signifying the identification of oneself with the universe or ultimate reality. As we meditate upon this, we come to the realization that we are all interconnected, stemming from one Infinite Source. We are all connected to the universal energy that consistently supports and nourishes us in the ways we need and desire. A few minutes of meditation with this transformative mantra can bring calmness and positivity both within and around us. Our vision aligns with the powerful mantra “SoHum” and is intended to engage people worldwide in conversations and experiences consistent with this purpose.

We embrace the path of enlightenment, bringing in experienced mentors and international coaches from around the world to guide us .Our core beliefs include:

• Holding every human being in high regard, without exception. Every individual, as well as all other beings, is treated with care, compassion, and respect.
• Striving to help each person discover their innate goodness and make the most of the precious opportunities afforded by human life.
• Celebrating the achievements of others and enhancing our own lives through study, practice, and hard work.
• Viewing the opportunity to work for the betterment of ourselves and others as a form of practice, a means to recognize our patterns, habits, and misconceptions about ourselves, ultimately leading to freedom.
• Learning to manage our thoughts and behaviors to liberate ourselves from attachment, hatred, and ignorance.
• We specialize in organizing spiritual events globally. We dedicate ourselves to coordinating and overseeing every detail to ensure that events consistently meet high-quality standards. For details about our volunteer and affiliate programs, please get in touch with us.
• Following a path of generosity, ethical conduct, diligence, patience, meditation, and wisdom. It is through the cultivation of heart and mind in an environment of external and emotional safety that individuals discover true peace, inner security, and joy.