Enjoy dazzling sunsets on Lake Michigan (or in Montrose Harbor) while engaged in profound MEDITATION ... on a beautiful, safe, big sailboat -- captained by a commercial architectural tour-boat captain (Navy Pier) who maintained a professional holistic healing practice in California (Esalen Institute and SF) and has written 3 books regarding holistic psychology and energetics. The boat is located in beautiful Montrose Harbor. If weather cooperates, sail in silent meditation for 2 hours, with a fe …

You are cordially invited to join us as we sit in silent meditation, practicing simply for the sake of practice. All levels of practitioners are welcome so regardless of whether you're embarking on or continuing your journey inward, we would be honored by your presence.  This is a non-denominational group. Although, I must admit that there is a slight Buddhist flavor to my practice but not in a religious sense, it's more of an individualistic practical philosophy I'd say. Therefore, no matter wh …

My Life has changed since I have started a daily meditation practice 14 years ago. More balance, more acceptance, deeper relaxation, just a feeling of “now I am looking in the right direction”. The new direction is that I am now taking responsibility for all of my experiences, thoughts and emotions. When something seems to go wrong, of course the first tendency still may be to blame someone or something not being the way it should be. But now with the meditation practice, the remembrance kicks i …

Group members are taught the essentials of mindfulness and how the process relates to their feelings. The technique teaches them to be aware of what they are feeling in the moment, which allows for a deepening of the way they relate to their thoughts and patterns. Unwanted patterns of relating and behaving discovered during the sessions can then be shifted. Using both avenues of psychology and mindfulness allows patterns to shift more rapidly as cognitive work helps people to understand the issu …

Maum Meditation is a simple 7 step method that allows anyone to become free of the limitations imposed by past experiences.  Maum means original mind, soul and spirit in Korean.  The past is recorded and stored within the body and mind as pictures.  These pictures, or images, dictate thoughts, emotions, desires, conceptions, behaviors and health.  Although these pictures are illusions, humans unknowingly live within the illusions thinking they are real. Due to the collective whole of these pictu …

The Goal: A community of people dedicated to consciousness elevation in all aspects of life, individual, communal, social, political, scientific, and beyond. We each have the potential to each a unique level of "Human Optimization".  Attention, communication, intelligence, thoughtfulness, balanced emotion and speech and action, empathetic, beautiful, kind. To achieve this peak potential and manifest it into "life as we know it" including the status quo, we effectively change the whole system in …

The purpose of this group is to learn simple energy meditation techniques that you can use to heal your life on all levels - physical, emotional, mental, spiritual. By connecting to our bodies through energy awareness, we can make ourselves healthier, happier, calmer, and more connected. No previous experience is needed - just the desire to try something new!

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Take This Exceptional Opportunity to Access the Power Within! At each event, you will ◦Be energized by guided meditation. ◦Be swept away by dynamic martial arts performances. ◦Open up to love and unity through collaborative meditation. Come join us for a supercharged event that will unite body, mind, and spirit so you can begin to create the world you want!

Mondays, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm The Shambhala Meditation Center of Chicago continues to offer the Monday Night Sitting Group in Des Plaines at St. Martin's Episcopal Church. Sitting and walking meditation, discussion and social time from 6:30 – 8:30 in the parish house (directly across the driveway from the church) at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church 1095 East Thacker Street Des Plaines, IL 60016 All are welcome. Instruction will be provided for those who are new to sitting meditation. The group is re …

Once monthly we have a 90-minute meditation session, open to the public, where we begin with gentle breath and yoga warm up (usually in the Dahn tradition, but sometimes it's simple Hatha and Pranayama) and then go into a spontaneous guided meditation with Ellen Katz or other invited teachers. Mindfulness, Chakra Balancing, Presence - and even Native American meditation practices can be integrated into the evening. This is a community service by the faculty at Inner Balance. RSVP is appreciated.

In Your Day was created to incorporate a time of reflection, creativity, and moments for yourself during the day. The purpose is to take moments out of a busy day for your own inner self and to be creative. The purpose of the group is to be out in the park, to meditate for a short amount of time, and then to work on a piece of art work. Individuals such as artists, those interested in meditation, creativity, and those that would like to take time out for their true selves should join.

Yoga & Ayurveda – ancient Vedic sister sciences together, the way to Self-Healing and Self-Realization. Healing workshops with Ayurveda,  Yoga classes,   Meditations,  Ayurvedic cooking classes,  Ayurvedic wellness consultations. Truly Relaxing Environment at the House of Ayurveda, every Class is very special - fusion of Mind & Body, not just Athletics. Find more about North Shore Yoga Ayurveda at www.ayurvedichouse.com

“Meditation…You just are…and it is a sheer delight” By Osho Are you interested in exploring and having fun with a variety of non-denominational meditation techniques? For eight weeks, we will meet each Tuesday to playfully practice a variety of "Active" Meditations created by the mystic, Osho. These meditations were scientifically designed for “do and do more” Western societies. They incorporate light physical activities such as humming, laughing and imagery to release body tension and prepare o …

Meditation Chicago offers Mantra Meditation classes and kirtan gatherings. Learn a relaxing and enjoyable practice that you can easily apply, which will give you peace of heart and mind, answers to your troubling questions, and spiritual awakening. In keeping with ancient tradition, all of our classes and events are free of charge.

“What Dennis Genpo Roshi has done is not only the most original discovery in Buddhism in the last two centuries, it is unbelievably simple, quick, and effective. In Zen, this realization of one’s True Nature, or Ultimate Reality, is called kensho or satori (“seeing into one’s True Nature,” or discovering Big Mind and Big Heart). It often takes five years or more of extremely difficult practice (I know, I’ve done it) in order for a profound satori to occur. With the Big Mind Process, a genuine ke …

This is a group for anyone interested in restoring their health, happiness, and peace with healthy eating, yoga, and meditation. We can meet to discuss best ways to lose weight, control blood sugars, and high blood pressure. Many other medical problems can be controlled or cured with healthy eating and living. We can also do light yoga stretching and meditation training to increase the flexibility and awareness of our body and emotions. I am a registered and licensed nutrition specialist working …

Amrit yoga is for people who are interested in transforming stress into peace. This unique style of yoga blends dynamic action and meditative awareness within each pose of the sequence flow. Created by Yogi Master, Amrit Desai (more fondly known as Gurudev) and founder of Kripalu yoga, created Amrit yoga for every body. As one enters into the depth of this practice, the postures become both therapeutic and spiritual in nature. Learn to breathe, be present with what is, relax and let go. Come as …

Synchronicity. Serendipity. Serenity. Meditation improves every facet of life: health, thinking and focus, relationships, and much more. Learn to meditate or, if experienced, join this sangha. We do a guided practice with a variety of techniques including imagery and breath work. Following the practice, participants share experiences as desired, and consider how to carry the practice through the week.  We meet at Reach Yoga in Glencoe, but we do not do movement yoga--it is a sitting meditation, …

This is a group for anyone who is interested in yoga,meditation,healing chakra meditation, Life Particles meditation, energy meditation. Also for parents interested in teaching yoga to their kids. I started this group to offer quality body and mind connection that is affordable. All levels are welcome. We meet weekly.

Diamond Way Buddhist Center Chicago belongs to an international non-profit network of over 600 lay Diamond Way Buddhist centers of the Karma Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, founded by Lama Ole Nydahl and under the spiritual guidance of H.H. the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, Trinley Thaye Dorje. Diamond Way Buddhism offers practical and effective methods to realize mind’s inherent richness for the benefit of all. With an accesible and modern style, it works with people’s confidence and desire, using ev …

Transmission Meditation is a group alignment meditation that provides a potent service to the world as well as a powerful method of maximizing personal growth. In Transmission Meditation, the group serves to 'step down' transformative healing energies to be made usable by humanity and the planet. It's simple and requires no special technique, only a sincere desire to be of service to the world. The Aurora group meets every Sunday at 10am and the Chicago group meets every Wednesday at 7pm. Please …

The meditation classes, groups, and courses offered at the Inner Metamorphosis University Chicago meditation center include a variety of ancient and new practices using dance, expressions of different emotions and feelings, awareness oriented activities such as hiking meditation, breath-awareness, and periods of silence. Many of our classes are free or donation based as we are a non-profit organization. We also offer Yoga, Tai Chi, Chi Gong, Feldenkrais, and Inspirational Movies on a weekly basi …

Sahaja Yoga is a unique method of meditation based on an experience called Self Realization where one awakens his or her own inner energy. Through this process an inner transformation takes place by which one becomes integrated and balanced. One can actually feel the all pervading divine power as a cool breeze, as described in all religions and spiritual traditions of the world. Sahaja Yoga was founded by Shrimataji Nirmala Devi in 1970. Since then Shri Mataji has dedicated her life to transform …

Hi Everyone ! This group is open to anyone and everyone who has an interest in meditation - young and old, beginners and seasoned pros. The purpose of the group is to provide instruction on simple meditation techniques to anyone who wishes to learn, and to come together to enjoy meditation as a group. Classes are always free and open to the public. It helps reduce stress, increase wellness and maintain balance. Experience universal connection and joy! In each of our free weekly classes, we: Perf …

Basically it is encouraged that you practice meditation before attending a meet up (if you haven't already). This meet up is simply a group zen meditation with the aim of promoting peace for ourselves and society. http://www.mum.edu/m_effect/dc_md.html -Based on this study group meditation should not only bring peace to individuals in this group, but also to the immediate community.

Join us for a series of five classes designed to teach you the basics of The Middle Way Meditation Technique. Learn how meditation can benefit your body, mind and foster mental development for improving the quality of your life and helping you achieve inner peace in the world where it so often eludes us. People of all faiths, religions and background are welcome and will benefit from this course. We suggest that you attend all five classes for the best outcome. Many have found that regular pr …

Bodhi Path Buddhist Center of Chicago (www.bodhipath.org/chicago) is part of an international organization of Buddhist meditation centers founded by Shamar Rinpoche. Rinpoche and many other teachers provide meditation, philosophy instruction, and guidance to learn and practice Buddhism. Resident Dharma Teacher Rachel Parrish offers teachings and meditation instruction. Meditation is practiced through guided instruction geared to the needs of those in attendance. Various texts are also studied an …