About Us
Love is Our Motivation
Welcome to OLO, Inc., short for Only Live Outreach, Incorporated! OLO, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that is devoted to empowering people through education and instruction in the expressive arts, meditation, and movement. We're intent on looking within to find more peaceful ways of living, and sharing what we find with others.
We believe:
that our inner lives, like a garden, need continuous tending. Our modern way of seeking solutions outside of ourselves will always leave us unsatisfied, unsettled; craving more, better, new. We like to work from the inside out.
We have seen:
the stress of modern life multi-tasking and its layers of convenience-induced complexity cause fragmentation, fatigue, and sadness. Prolonged stress, anxiety, depression, and loneliness exert their influence in painful, lasting ways. All that we are busy doing overpowers the joyful simplicity of being.
We know:
that intentionality, mindfulness, and focus bring us back from this. They center us. We must learn that whatever we do, we must be in it, 100%. When we are washing dishes--only wash. When we are mowing the lawn--only mow. Nothing else. When we begin to practice focusing wholly and intently, the mind's chatter ceases. We can then just live--only live.
We teach:
people to tap their creativity through making art, writing, sitting zen, through practicing with breath, sound, yoga, martial arts, dance (and other movement systems) as ways of getting better acquainted with themselves, identifying strengths, and incrementally finding peace through self-knowledge.
We promote:
the daily practice of self-inquiry, civic engagement, volunteerism, yoga, and kindness.
We think:
these practices should be accessible to everyone, so we're welcoming you to participate in our offerings, many of which are free or low cost.
Who are we?
Only Live Outreach, Inc.
If you feel moved to do so, there are many ways you can become a member , donate and volunteer to join the crew.
Join us as we explore the inner landscape—our mindscape. ✌🏽
Check out our schedule to learn more.