The ultimate freedom is to have a completely clear and free mind. The human mind is always changing and is always trying to add more desirable experiences. There is no end to this addition. The way to find peace and clarity is to know the real world, the True world, by subtracting the past that has been recorded and stored within the body and mind as pictures. There is nothing more valuable than one's mind. It shapes the entire world that one knows. Through subtracting in Maum Meditation the Uni …

Inspired by Tony of ZenHiking. We are starting a new Washington DC meetup that combines several spiritual disciplines such as Meditation, Yoga, TUMMO Reiki, Chi Gong(Qigong) and Tai Chi with all other fun outdoor activities like Hiking, Cycling, Canoeing, Wine Tasting, Camping, Golf and Tennis. Why? The answer is simple. Meditation is best combined with outdoor activities. What could be more fun and more spiritual than doing meditation before or after a day of exciting activities such as Yoga, T …

***We are currently on break while the hosts of this workshop invite a new baby into their family. We are expecting to restart this workshop at the beginning of 2013. Join our meetup and then you will receive a notification once we restart. *** ------------------- Its rare to find a calm and centering place to visit regularly. If you'd like a place to retreat to for renewal with positive energy, join a warm group of people in Arlington, VA. Open to the public at no cost, we invite you join us. Y …

“Creating a Stress Free Violence Free Washington DC through Meditation.” I Meditate DC is a movement across the DC Metro region to revive meditation — a centuries old technique — to help you, today’s Washingtonian, do more of the things you love by recharging yourself. We offer classes, free workshops, and events that promote meditation and bring together meditation groups across the region.

“Creating a Stress Free Violence Free Washington DC through Meditation.” I Meditate DC is a movement across the DC Metro region to revive meditation — a centuries old technique — to help you, today’s Washingtonian, do more of the things you love by recharging yourself. We offer classes, free workshops, and events that promote meditation and bring together meditation groups across the region.

THE WEEKLY THURSDAY NITE SESSIONS These brief evening sessions provide deep relaxation and stress reduction through guided meditations and contemplations. Additionally, they provide opportunities for self-reflection, resolution of internal tensions, and increased self-awareness that can enrich the experience of day-to-day life. Equally importantly, they provide an opportunity for individuals with shared values and beliefs based on compassion and loving kindness to form a community of shared inte …

Osho "Active" Meditations are offered monthly at CoreConstellations Center for Body Mind & Soul. Kuno Bachbauer, the co-founder and a long-term student of Osho is offering monthly Osho Kundalini Meditations. We want to offer these powerful active meditations as a way to help release physical tension and emotional strenghts. We think that connection & community heals. We want to create a supportive network of people that are open to a new and empowerd way of thinking and living that also includes …

Bodhi Path (www.bodhipath.org) is 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. Meditation instruction is geared to the needs of those in attendance. Various texts are also studied and discussed to deepen our understanding of Buddhist Philosophy. Our meditation group in DC has been together for 10 years and is expanding in order to be …

Namaste everyone! My name is Richa Badami and I teach meditation and personal transformation. I started a meet up group "Northern Virginia Meditation Group" and have been leading meditations on the first Thursday of every month since 2010. It was recently brought to my attention that The Reston Meditation Group needed both space and a leader and I stepped up to introduce myself to all of you. I thought I could just give you a brief introduction of myself and hope that you can join us at our upco …

The Mindfulness Center is a holistic wellness center in Bethesda, MD, offering wellness classes and services including yoga, meditation, tai chi, acupuncture, massage and more. SERVICES & CLASSES meditation, yoga, tai chi, breathwork, prenatal yoga, nia yoga dance, acupuncture, massage, bioenergy, hypnosis, biodanza, body sculpting, personal training, stress reduction, qi gong, connecting couples, nutritional consulting, wholistic yoga, pilates, group acupuncture, chakra yoga, connecting coupl …

This group focuses on deepening our spiritual experience through meditation and other spiritual practices, classes, discussion groups and other activities such as gathering in spiritual community to drum, to chant and sing.

My name is Zachary Taylor and I facilitate this mindful meditation group in order to help us live more fully in the present moment, to develop the courage to be able to change, and learn to love ourselves and others more deeply in the process. This is a free, open, and ongoing group that meets in Woodstock, Virginia that began in July of 2011. Our focus is on learning about meditation through a variety of practices, discussions, and teachings.  So whether you are new to meditation or an advanced …

It is a common phenomenon that those whom meditate together experience a great sense of power among them. We will join together for an hour or so for guided meditation, easy discussion, and hopefully, friendship. This is a great group for beginners and all are welcome! The idea of the dharma is that there is a natural order of things and justice, social harmony and human happiness require that human beings discern and live in a manner appropriate to that order. Meditation often helps those tryin …

Primordial Sound Meditation is a healing practice that allows us to experience inner calm and deep relaxation. For thousands of years, people have used meditation to move beyond the mind's busy activity and emotional turbulence into profound peace and expanded awareness. In the 21st century, the restful awareness we experience during meditation is more valuable than ever. The pace of life has accelerated, and every day we are bombarded with more information and stimulation than our ancestors enc …

“Creating a Stress Free Violence Free Washington DC through Meditation.” I Meditate DC is a movement across the DC Metro region to revive meditation — a centuries old technique — to help you, today’s Washingtonian, do more of the things you love by recharging yourself. We offer classes, free workshops, and events that promote meditation and bring together meditation groups across the region.

This group is for anyone interested in developing mindfulness in daily life through meditation. We welcome everyone from any background. We want to provide a supportive environment for practicing meditation and developing mindfulness. Byoma Kusuma offers guided meditation sessions which are designed to help you develop mindfulness and its resultant benefits through Shamatha (Calm Abiding) and Vipashyana (Insight) techniques. Group sessions provide a supportive environment and group synergy, and …

Meditation simply means to think about one thing continuously. We have all done it many times. However, that is the most basic definition. This science and art has been practiced for thousands of years but until the past century was not very well known. Meditation is not a religion though some religions also practice it. It is a spiritual practice - returning to the soul or spirit of the individual and enabling a person to become centered and balanced and thereby more effective in all aspects of …

We come from different spiritual paths and get together at lunchtime for a break in the middle of a crazy week. The 30 minutes usually include a mix of a reading, silence/meditation, and, if you wish, a chance to say something. Catch your breath and feel renewed. Every Wednesday (beginning November 7), from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Join others at the new chapel at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 945 G Street NW, in downtown DC.

Defining the word "meditation" doesn't mean anything in and of itself. What's important about meditation is the act of choosing to take time to focus with intention. Meditation is simply about being present in the current moment with our full awareness. Our group will use energy principles to practice meditation for relieving stress in your mind, connecting deeper with yourself or for any other purpose you may choose. Having the power to change your every moment and create what you want in your …

Sahaja Yoga Meditation is meant for everyone who desires to find his or her true self, which is a life full of peace, joy and love for others. It is not just a book or a set of instructions but a living science that will open up to you gradually as your meditations become deeper and your experience stronger and more fulfilling. Sahaja Yoga Meditation was founded by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi. Join us at Reston Regional Library for free meditation classes. Please review our meetup schedule and RSVP …

We invite you to meditate and join us in a journey to release your mind's inner stresses and connect toward the triad of whole wellness: mind, body, and spirit.  Together we can expand your understanding of your miraculous body, and embark on this transformational journey to embrace the vision of your best self. Meditation will begin at 10:30, and will be followed by an organic, vegetarian Snacks. We look forward to this amazing journey together.

Welcome ALL! To Our Reston Sai Maa Meditation Group! Each week our meditation is led by either Cara, Nadia, Monique or Christina. We are all dedicated to enhancing the lives of others through weekly Guided meditations, which will lead us to a place of peace and tranquility within ourselves. The meditation is open to anyone of any age. Through the teachings of Her Holiness Sai Maa Lakshmi Devi we will guide you to balance your Physical, Mental and Emotional subtle energies and to Experience and A …

We have a short reading from a Buddhist text and then meditate for 20 minutes. After this we have a short discussion about our meditation practice, using the discussion as an opportunity for mindful listening. We use chairs, but you are invited to bring your own cushion if you prefer. If you are new to the group, please arrive at 9:00 a.m. so that we can meet you and to give you time to read our meditation instruction sheet before we begin. We are currently meeting at Unity of Fredericksburg on …

Offering culturally enriching experiences through meditation, workshops, exhibitions, music and much more. Sponsored by the dc Sahaja meditation group, join this meet-up for opportunities to participate and enjoy enriching meditative experiences and events in the DC metropolitan area.

Whether you're new to mindfulness meditation or an advanced practitioner looking for like-minded people to sit with, this weekly drop-in meditation group is for you. We meet from 9am - 10:30am at the East Meets West Yoga Center at 8227 Old Courthouse Road in Vienna, Va. (In the Long and Foster Building.) Meetings consist of a 30-minute guided sitting meditation, followed by either a talk, mindful movement, or Q&A with the instructor. Instructors are Jon Waterman, Mary Aubry and Trisha Stotler, a …

Meditation, an ancient practice sometimes called contemplative prayer, is common to most major faiths and wisdom traditions. Everyone knows that Buddhists and Hindus meditate. Most practicing Christians, however, are usually surprised to learn that there is a living tradition of meditation within Christianity that goes back to Apostolic times. My teacher of meditation, John Main, was an English Benedictine monk, who spent the last ten years of his life living and writing about that tradition, an …

Sahaja Meditation is meant for everyone who desires to find his or her true self, which is a life full of peace, joy and love for others. It is not just a book or a set of instructions but a living science that will open up to you gradually as your meditations become deeper and your experience stronger and more fulfilling. Sahaja Meditation was founded by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi. It involves the awakening of a subtle spiritual energy known as the Kundalini which lies dormant in the sacrum bone, …

Sahaja Yoga Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique of meditation. It helps reduce stress and increase wellness. It brings better focus and helps people become more centered and better balanced. Sahaja Yoga Meditation was introduced by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi in 1970. Anyone can do it. And it's free.