MEDITATION: THE PATH TO SELF-MASTERY AND FULFILMENT
Meditation enables us to master our thoughts and emotions with the boundless poise and serenity of our soul, our innermost self.
Meditation calms our mind, opens our heart, nourishes our soul, makes us aware of our incredible potential, and transforms our life.
Meditation provides us with wisdom, confidence and a fulfilment that does not depend on outer achievements or relationships.
Quote of the week:
"Paradise is not a place.
It is a state of consciousness."
~ Sri Chinmoy
Our next three-week meditation course starts on March 1 and runs for three successive Thursday evenings, from 7:00 to 8:30.
The course takes place in a downtown and is geared to accommodate beginners as well as experienced meditators who are looking for a group to meditate with on a regular basis.
All events are offered free of charge as a community service by the Sri Chinmoy Meditation Centre.
To register or to find out more details about upcoming events, please submit your name and phone number on the 'Contact Us' form, or simply call us at (613) 547-3089 and leave a message in our meditation mailbox.
NEWS : THERE WILL BE A BEAUTIFUL CONCERT OF MEDITATIVE MUSIC AT THE CHALMERS UNITED CHURCH ON MARCH 4. FOR INFORMATION ON THIS EVENT, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR NAME AND NUMBER ON THE WEBSITE OR CALL 613-547-3089.
GENERAL CLASS INFORMATION
Our meditation courses are based on the teachings of spiritual Master Sri Chinmoy and, at his request, are free of charge. The introductory courses are suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators who are looking for new inspiration or for a group to meditate with on a regular basis.
The introductory course Is held in a downtown location and consists of one evening session per week for three or four successive weeks. To derive the most benefit, seekers should attend every session.
Classes include the philosophy and practice of meditation as a means of personal insight and development. Instructors provide simple exercises and guided visualizations, lead discussions on spiritual matters and answer questions on the application of meditation to daily life. Books and CDs are available.
Please contact us for the detailed schedule and the location of our upcoming classes.
ADVANCED COURSE
Once the introductory course has been completed, seekers will have the opportunity to attend intermediate and advanced courses.
MEDITATION CENTRE
After completing the advanced course, interested spiritual seekers can apply to join the Sri Chinmoy Meditation Centre.
About Our Meditation Course Facilitators:
Hladini Wilson
Hladini Wilson has been meditating with Sri Chinmoy for 38 years and is the main instructor for our Kingston classes. She has been leading the Kingston Meditation Centre for 20 years. Hladini works as an editor and proofreader on a freelance basis.
Abhijit Emery
Abhijit has been meditating according to the teachings of Sri Chinmoy since 1995 and has offered meditation courses as far away as England, Newfoundland, Ireland and Australia. Abhijit has had various careers, including computer programmer, sytems analyst, project manager, accountant, waiter, cook and salesman/purchaser in the flower import industry.
