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Satsang: Guru Poornima

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Guru Poornima is a time for all sincere spiritual seekers to remember their spiritual purpose and to rededicate themselves. All are invited to join in developing and deepening the connection with that higher force that illumines and guides one’s path in life.

“On Guru Poornima the guru touches the heart of all disciples. Be ready; open your heart and mind. Be aware of receiving the blessing.”~ Swami Satyananda

People of all faiths are welcome.

 

2022-07-12T12:24:53-07:00June 15th, 2022|Tags: , , , |

Satsang: Understanding Enlightenment

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We may have heard of enlightenment, but it remains a vague and distant goal that may have little relevance in our daily lives. In this Satsang, we’ll discuss how every time we are fully present to life and act with compassion and mindfulness, we take a step toward this awakening. We’ll examine the concrete steps we can take toward this very real experience that is available to all of us.

Satsang is a special time for us to come together as a community. In Sanskrit, Sat means truth and Sangha means community. Satsang offers an opportunity to come together to share spiritual teachings. The philosophy of Integral Yoga is explored, often through an informal discussion. Although spiritual paths may diverge, the act of sharing spiritual teachings with others is inspiring and creates a solid foundation for continued practice.

People of all faiths are welcome.

Swami Ramananda is the Executive Director of the Integral Yoga Institute in San Francisco and a greatly respected senior teacher in the Integral Yoga tradition, who has been practicing Yoga for over 45 years. Ramananda offers practical methods of integrating the timeless teachings and practices of Yoga into daily life, and transforming the painful aspects of human experience into steps toward realizing one’s full potential.
He leads beginner, intermediate and advanced level Yoga teacher training programs in San Francisco, and offers a variety of programs in many locations in the U.S., Europe and South America. Ramananda co-developed the Stress Management Teacher Training program with Swami Vidyananda, has trained many teachers to bring Yoga into corporate, hospital and medical settings, and has taught mind/body wellness programs in many locations. He is a certified Yoga therapist and founding board member of the Yoga Alliance, a national registry that supports and promotes yoga teachers as professionals. He is a co-founder of The Spiritual Action Initiative (SAI) which brings together individuals committed to working for social justice for all beings and for the care and healing of our natural world. His warmth, wisdom and sense of humor have endeared him to many.

 

2022-05-04T13:37:55-07:00May 4th, 2022|Tags: , , |

Satsang

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Previously offered as in in-person event, now ONLINE only | By donation $0, $5, $10, $15 | Please register in advance, a Zoom link and passcode will be provided via confirmation email.

Join for the meditative dances and interfaith celebration.

The Dances of Universal Peace are simple, meditative, joyous, multicultural circle dances that use sacred phrases, chants, music and movements from the many spiritual traditions of the earth to touch the spiritual essence within ourselves and recognize it in others.

6:30 – 8:00 pm The Dances of Universal Peace – C. Sage Dames
8:00 – 8:30 pm Interfaith Service and Prayers – Swami Ramananda

Satsang is a special time for us to come together as a community. In Sanskrit, Sat means truth and Sangha means community. Satsang offers an opportunity to come together to share spiritual teachings. The philosophy of Integral Yoga is explored, often through an informal discussion. Although spiritual paths may diverge, the act of sharing spiritual teachings with others is inspiring and creates a solid foundation for continued practice.

People of all faiths are welcome.

Swami Ramananda is the Executive Director of the Integral Yoga Institute in San Francisco and a greatly respected senior teacher in the Integral Yoga tradition, who has been practicing Yoga for over 45 years. Ramananda offers practical methods of integrating the timeless teachings and practices of Yoga into daily life, and transforming the painful aspects of human experience into steps toward realizing one’s full potential.
He leads beginner, intermediate and advanced level Yoga teacher training programs in San Francisco, and offers a variety of programs in many locations in the U.S., Europe and South America. Ramananda co-developed the Stress Management Teacher Training program with Swami Vidyananda, has trained many teachers to bring Yoga into corporate, hospital and medical settings, and has taught mind/body wellness programs in many locations. He is a certified Yoga therapist and founding board member of the Yoga Alliance, a national registry that supports and promotes yoga teachers as professionals. He is a co-founder of The Spiritual Action Initiative (SAI) which brings together individuals committed to working for social justice for all beings and for the care and healing of our natural world. His warmth, wisdom and sense of humor have endeared him to many.

2022-06-07T12:02:47-07:00May 4th, 2022|Tags: , , , |

Satsang: Compassionate Activism

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Encountering others who have perspectives on racial or social justice that are very different from our own can be uncomfortable. But if faced with equanimity and an understanding of our True Nature, these moments can contribute to our spiritual growth as well as to the creation of a world in which all beings can experience peace, joy, love and light.

In this Satsang, Rev. Kamala Itzel Hayward will share some skills on how to use the teachings of Yoga in difficult conversations so that you can maintain your peace, build common ground, and ultimately help to create a world that works for all. The gathering will include time for Q & A and will conclude with a brief meditation.

Satsang, a special time for us to come together as a community. In Sanskrit, Sat means truth and Sangha means community. Satsang offers an opportunity to come together to share spiritual teachings. The philosophy of Integral Yoga is explored, often through an informal discussion. Although spiritual paths may diverge, the act of sharing spiritual teachings with others is inspiring and creates a solid foundation for continued practice.
People of all faiths are welcome.

After practicing law for 13 years, Kamala Itzel Hayward left her successful legal career to pursue social justice and antiracism work through the lens of mindfulness and wellness. Today, she is a Yoga teacher, Yoga therapist, and Yoga teacher trainer. She has shared Yoga with trauma survivors—including underhoused individuals, combat veterans, and survivors of human trafficking—since 2010. She was a Stress Management Specialist for Dr. Dean Ornish’s Program for Reversing Heart Disease and currently teaches for Dr. Ornish non-profit organization, the Preventive Medicine Research Institute. In addition to sharing Yoga and other transformational practices, Kamala is also a mindful communication trainer, an antiracism educator, and a fierce and compassionate advocate for love. You can learn more about Kamala at attunedliving.com.

2022-02-04T14:44:42-08:00February 4th, 2022|Tags: , , , |
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