 On Meditation
What is meditation? How can meditation help us master our mind & emotions? Why bother committing to a meditation practice? In this Mind the Gap Podcast Episode Stephanie discusses the 3 myths of meditation and why having a consistent practice is transformational and life changing. She also gives an example of how to use meditation as a tool to turn negative / destructive thoughts into positive / empowering ones. Let's Go! >>>Listen Here.  Get Your Zen On!
In this complimentary offering, Peter will guide you through a meditation on gratitude. As we enter the holiday season, give yourself the gift of stillness and community by signing up. When: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 @7PM EST via Zoom >>>Watch Video >>>Sign UP  What: Living in the Now: Tools for Navigating Challenging Times with Stephanie Filardi
When: Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 11:00AM-1:00PM EST LIVE, Via Zoom Why: I had the pleasure of spending 6 days in Greece last week studying with Eckhart Tolle (Spiritual teacher and author of Power of Now, to name a few). The entire week was dedicated to the practice of being present: living in the now, elevating & expanding our conscious awareness, entering deep stillness, and ultimately learning how to navigate challenging times. Challenging times give us an opportunity to deepen into the present moment. As we do, we can enter the space of joy, freedom, and peace. Eckhart is one of the very few teachers I truly admire because he is a living example of what it means to balance the human (physical/mental/emotional aspects) and the being (our essence/spiritual dimension). What to Expect: 2 hour LIVE & interactive workshop via Zoom to share some of these practical & life changing teachings. Workshop will be recorded for you to listen to again as needed! Topics to be discussed: -What is presence? How do we access it? How can being present support us? -Everyday activities as the perfect portal to access wisdom and experience the power of now. -Practice how shifting awareness frees us from inner turmoil, anxiety, and unnecessary suffering. -Learn approaches to quiet the noisy mind and become responsive instead of reactive. -Cultivate deeper connection with yourself and those around you. To Register: RSVP is required via link below. Investment $45, Early Bird Special If registered after October 30th, $55 >>>Register Here  Sounds counter intuitive yet it works!
This simple practice, called BRFWA, brings us back to a relaxed state where our mind & emotions are in balance. From this place of emotional balance or equanimity, we are able to ride the mental/emotional wave without drowning in it. In equanimity we find our way back to peace and clarity. Once clear, we are able to take action that keep us both aligned to our true nature and at peace. BRFWA Explained: Breathe: As a wave of thought or emotion comes over you, slow down your breath. Allow your breath to flow freely in and out. Relax: As you slow down your breath, your mind and body will begin to relax. Soften your muscles, let go of mental and physical tension. Feel: As you relax, you are able to soften into what you are feeling. Stay open to the sensations and emotions moving through you in this moment. Watch: While feeling, you watch your experience closely, neither grasping what is pleasant nor pushing away what is painful. Allow: As you watch, you allow the process to unfold. You accept yourself and your experience exactly as it is, dropping the need to change it in any way. BRWFA is the practice of being present. Being present is what we learn during meditation. Our services are designed to help you slow down and come back to you! >>>Book Now  September is yet another month of transition for many of us.
Back to school, back to work. Some are experiencing an empty nest for the first time. Some are experiencing the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a way of life. Now what? With transition often comes a lot of complex and intense emotions. We may experience feeling "weird", unhinged, even afraid. We may ask, "Who Am I Now"? Inhale curiosity. Exhale control. Emotions and feeling "weird" are part of the human condition. As one of my Bikram yoga teacher says when we are in camel pose (deepest backbend of class/challenging posture), "it's normal to feel weird and weird to feel normal". Ha! Give yourself grace. We are here to support you. Our services are designed to provide sanctuary for body, mind, and spirit. Take Care of Yourself!!! >>>Book Now |
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