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Yoga Nidra Meets Meditation
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Yoga Nidra Meets Meditation

Yoga Nidra Meets Meditation

Donation event
Online & In-person | Sliding scale $10-108

This workshop will be recorded for later viewing and shared for 2 weeks with all enrolled students.

Please register in advance; a Zoom link will be emailed 1 hour before the session, or join Zoom directly via your Momence dashboard.

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Join Swami Yatidharmananda for a transformative workshop, Yoga Nidra Meets Meditation, to heal, meditate, grow, and awaken.
This powerful classical Yoga practice will include guided techniques for complete physical, mental, and emotional relaxation—a deep state best achieved by turning inward, away from external distractions.

Through each session of Yoga Nidra, you will begin to release old Samskaras—deep-seated habits and tendencies—allowing space for renewal and transformation. During the practice, you will set a Sankalpa (a personal resolve), planting seeds of meaningful change. This state, hovering between wakefulness and dreaming, is one of the most potent for reshaping your inner world and fostering lasting personal growth.

The modern teaching of Yoga Nidra was pioneered by Paramahamsa Swami Satyananda Saraswati and further developed by Paramahamsa Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati.

All generous donations will support the activities of Sivanand Ashram in Uttarkashi, India.
Learn more: https://sivanandsevasamiti.org/

Swami Yatidharmananda is a globally recognised Yogi from India and is the founder of Swami Chidananda Sevashram. The Sevashram is a Socio-Spiritual Organization dedicated to the life and teachings of Gurudev Swami Chidanandaji. He conducts workshops on Relaxation and Meditation, Sings Kirtans and loves to share inspiring stories of his life transformative journey. He has also developed unique and impactful programs that heal, empower and transform you to tackle challenges in day to day lives. He dedicated himself to the service of his Guru Swami Chidananda Saraswati and was blessed to be with him 24X7 for many years. He had the rare opportunity and blessing to observe one of the greatest saints that left an indelible imprint on his life. In the year 2000, he received Sannyasa Diksha. Having received so much unconditionally, urges him to share this anecdotal wisdom with one and all. In July 2015, he set out on his own and founded Swami Chidananda Sevashram with the blessings of Gurudev Swami Chidananda ji of Sivananda Ashram. It is a monastery for the modern world where people of all ages and backgrounds can live on the principles and practices of Ayurveda for the body, Yoga for the mind and Vedanta for the soul. It also brings together revered teachers from around the world for sharing knowledge and wisdom on various wellness based activities. Since 2016 he has traveled extensively each year to US and Europe for conducting workshops on Relaxation & meditation and conducted Kirtans. Since September 2020 Swami Yatidharmananda is serving as the General Secretary of Swami Sivanand Seva Samiti, and living in the company of Swami Premanandaji and Swami Atmanandaji, the direct disciples of Swami Sivanandaji Maharaj at the Sivananda Ashram, Ganeshpur, Uttarkashi, Himalayas, India. sivanandsevasamiti.org

Sevika Ford2025-07-10T08:17:49-07:00July 7th, 2025|Tags: emotional relaxation, in person yoga nidra workshop, meditation workshop, online yoga nidra workshop, renewal and transformation, Swami Yatidharmananda, yoga nidra, Yoga Nidra Meets Meditation|

Cultivating 4 Keys to Peace, 7-day Meditation
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Cultivating 4 Keys to Peace, 7-day Meditation

Cultivating 4 Keys to Peace, 7-day Meditation

Online | $47 Early bird, use promo code KEY, exp. 4/21 | $54 Regular

7 consecutive mornings: May 5 – 11 , 7:15 – 8:00 am PT

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Please register in advance; a Zoom link will be emailed 1 hour before the session, or join Zoom directly via your Momence dashboard.

Join Diana Meltsner a meditation teacher and teacher trainer online for 7 morning meditations and brief talks. They will focus on 4 keys from Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Book 1 Sutra 33; friendliness, compassion, delight and tranquility. These keys cultivated with meditation in the mind lead to developing attitudes towards oneself, others and our daily life experience. We develop skill to regulate our emotional state. We can acquire the ability to stay present regardless of what is happening within us and around us. When cultivated, this helpful and practical mindfulness skill allows the mind to remain undisturbed and become a useful tool and a friend to us.

With these practices Yoga and Buddhism meet. In Buddhism they are known as the Brahma Viharas, The Four Immeasurables, the practices of the heart. One learns to dwell (vihara) in these four forms of love as said by God Brahma. In the Buddhist texts and in Upanishads, these mental attitudes are considered to create protection and are associated with strength.
Meditation, talk, discussion and sharing will be included. Keeping a daily journal is recommended but not required.

All sessions will be recorded and shared with participants for later viewing.
CEUs 5 hours for Yoga Alliance offered to teachers upon request.

Diana Meltsner, C-IAYT, ERYT-500, YACEP, has been teaching a variety of classes and workshops since 2001 and since 2017 offers yoga therapy sessions privately and at Integral Yoga Therapy Clinic in San Francisco. She has been working in the clinical setting for Kaiser Permanente since 2005 as a yoga teacher, yoga therapist, and health educator and is teaching mindfulness and meditation to the medical staff. Her focus is on the healing aspects of yoga on the mind as well as the body by applying the teachings of Yoga, practices of breath-control, mindfulness and meditation. Diana helps her clients to find healing and the ability to move through life with increased ease, stress resilience, and intuition. Diana Meltsner works as a programs manager at Integral Yoga Institute, an urban ashram in San Francisco. She is a yoga teacher trainer for the 200-hour and Meditation Teacher trainings. www.dianameltsner.com

Sevika Ford2025-04-28T12:53:37-07:00February 9th, 2025|Tags: 7 day meditation workshop, Diana Meltsner, meditation workshop, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Yoga Sutras and meditation|

Meditation: Sure Ways for Success
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Meditation: Sure Ways for Success

Meditation: Sure Ways for Success

ONLINE | $25

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Please register in advance; a Zoom link will be emailed 1 hour before the session, or join Zoom directly via your Momence dashboard.

Join Rev. Jaganath, as he explores some compelling reasons for practicing meditation and sure ways for success with what he calls the Essential Triad: Intention, Attention and Nonjudgmental Attitude.

Rev. Jaganath writes in his book Awaken: Inside Yoga Meditation,

“Meditation speaks eloquently of the inborn impulse to find deep and lasting fulfillment. We look for something that can bring our anxieties, restlessness, questions, and insecurities to a satisfying resolution. When we’ve exhausted name, fame, possessions and attainments in our search for happiness, we turn to the only place we may not have looked – within.”

For Beginners and Experienced Meditators alike.

Reverend Jaganath Carrera has been teaching all facets of Yoga theory and practice at universities, prisons, Yoga centers, and interfaith programs since 1974. He established the Integral Yoga and Yoga Life Ministries, and co-developed the highly regarded Integral Yoga Meditation and Raja Yoga Teacher Training Certification programs. He is the founder and spiritual head of the Yoga Life Society www.yogalifecenter.org and has authored highly regarded books. • Awaken: Inside Yoga Meditation • Inside the Yoga Sutras: A Comprehensive Sourcebook for the Study and Practice • Inside Patanjali’s Words: Explore the Heart of Yoga

Sevika Ford2024-10-30T09:57:08-07:00October 30th, 2024|Tags: meditation workshop, online meditation workshop, Reverend Jaganath Carrera, Why practice meditation, Yoga and meditation|

Preventing Cognitive Decline through Small Lifestyle Changes
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Preventing Cognitive Decline through Small Lifestyle Changes

Preventing Cognitive Decline through Small Lifestyle Changes

Online or In-person | $27 Early bird LIFE exp. 10/12 | $35 regular

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Please register in advance; a Zoom link will be emailed 1 hour before the session, or join Zoom directly via your Momence dashboard.

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Please review our In-person Safety Guidelines.

Cognitive decline and the development of diseases like Alzheimer’s is often accepted as a natural progress of aging. Many of us fear that it might affect us or our loved ones. Currently there are no effective drugs that can stop or prevent cognitive decline or Alzheimer’s disease, yet most mainstream research and medical treatments are currently drug based.

In this workshop you will learn about research and science-backed lifestyle approaches that have been proven to prevent cognitive decline. It is now clear that we have the power through skillful choices to maintain our cognitive health into old age. You will learn how to modify your lifestyle in easy and practical ways to immensely reduce your risk of cognitive decline. The workshop will offer you lots of information but also teach you a meditation technique that has been shown to be one of the most effective ways to maintain brain health into old age.

This workshop will be recorded and shared with participants for later viewing.

Originally from Germany, Claudia studied and taught yoga for over 25 years. With more than 2000 hours of formal training in yoga she has a strong foundation in the classical approach to yoga and in innovative therapeutic methods.
She is deeply dedicated to facilitating holistic healing and certified as a yoga therapist in 2016. In this role, she specializes in supporting individuals navigating mental or physical challenges by tailoring yoga practices to their unique conditions and needs.
Additionally she was certified as a Stress Management Educator to empower individuals to cultivate resilience and inner peace through mindful practices. She is a Shiatsu and Reiki Practitioner, modalities that complement the holistic approach to well-being fostered through yoga.
In 2022 she was certified as a Brain Longevity Specialist by the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation to deepen her understanding of cognitive and mental health.

Sevika Ford2024-09-11T11:23:29-07:00August 10th, 2024|Tags: Claudia Bartsch, meditation workshop, yoga and Alzheimer's, Yoga and cognitive decline, yoga and the brain, yoga workshop, Yogic lifestyle|

The modern teaching of Yoga Nidra was pioneered by Paramahamsa Swami Satyananda Saraswati and further developed by Paramahamsa Swami Niranjanananda Saraswati.

All generous donations will support the activities of Sivanand Ashram in Uttarkashi, India. Learn more: https://sivanandsevasamiti.org/

All sessions will be recorded and shared with participants for later viewing. CEUs 5 hours for Yoga Alliance offered to teachers upon request.

Join Rev. Jaganath, as he explores some compelling reasons for practicing meditation­ and sure ways for success with what he calls the Essential Triad: Intention, Attention and Nonjudgmental Attitude.

Rev. Jaganath writes in his book Awaken: Inside Yoga Meditation,

For Beginners and Experienced Meditators alike.

This workshop will be recorded and shared with participants for later viewing.

All generous donations will support the activities of Sivanand Ashram in Uttarkashi, India.
Learn more: https://sivanandsevasamiti.org/

All sessions will be recorded and shared with participants for later viewing.
CEUs 5 hours for Yoga Alliance offered to teachers upon request.

Join Rev. Jaganath, as he explores some compelling reasons for practicing meditation and sure ways for success with what he calls the Essential Triad: Intention, Attention and Nonjudgmental Attitude.