Scripture study: Living Divinity; Interweaving The Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita, part 2 of 3-parts

Online | $5-15 sliding scale
Free for active IYISF teachers

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

The Bhagavad Gita and Yoga Sutras complement each other beautifully, providing a holistic approach to spiritual growth. While the Gita offers philosophical insights through storytelling, the Sutras present a systematic path to inner transformation. By studying them together, we gain greater insight into daily living and a richer understanding of yoga’s ultimate goal – union with the Divine Self.

Join Kalyani on an illuminating journey exploring how two of India’s most revered spiritual texts offer guidance for navigating life’s challenges and attaining inner peace. This series will delve into the intersecting wisdom of these timeless works, revealing practical tools for living.
The Yoga Scripture Study series is an offering for participants to learn and discuss how the teachings of Yoga apply to our daily lives. We read passages, take time for reflection, and share how these words and practices support us on the spiritual path.

All are welcome to join any one or all of the sessions.

  • Monday, 12/2 • 6:00 – 7:00 pm Sign up
  • Monday, 12/9⋅ • 6:00 – 7:00 pm Sign up
  • Monday, 12/16 • 6:00 – 7:00 pm Sign up

Kalyani Carlee Cohen Barr first found herself at the Integral Yoga Institute (IYI) in 2001 and began teaching Hatha Yoga, Pranayama and meditation in 2005 after receiving her certification with Swami Ramananda at IYI Bacalar, Mexico. The name Kalyani is a spiritual name given to Carlee by Swami Ramananda which signifies a state of auspiciousness, recognizing blessings, and bliss. Kalyani has attended numerous workshops and trainings over the years, including Pranayama, meditation, Mantra, Mudras, Dharma, nutrition, Yoga Therapy for Cancer and Chronic Illness (YCAT), Yoga for the Special Child (IYINY), and Anusara Yoga. She is now certified in Raja Yoga (IYISF), weaving the yoga sutras into her teachings. Kalyani has led classes and small group sessions for musicians of all ages at Interplay Jazz Camp in Vermont, has co-lead a retreat in Northern India, has led “Yoga Day” classes for 150 students, and has appeared on Canadian public television. She co-founded Simply Yoga in South Florida. “Yoga has many facets that contribute to a peaceful, happy, healthy life. Yoga has transformed my life on many levels, and my favorite thing is sharing this gift with others.” Join Kalyani to find your breath and balance, and enjoy the benefits of increased energy, health, and overall well-being.

Scripture study: Living Divinity; Interweaving The Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita, Part 1 of 3-parts

Online | $5-15 sliding scale
Free for active IYISF teachers

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

The Bhagavad Gita and Yoga Sutras complement each other beautifully, providing a holistic approach to spiritual growth. While the Gita offers philosophical insights through storytelling, the Sutras present a systematic path to inner transformation. By studying them together, we gain greater insight into daily living and a richer understanding of yoga’s ultimate goal – union with the Divine Self.

Join Kalyani on an illuminating journey exploring how two of India’s most revered spiritual texts offer guidance for navigating life’s challenges and attaining inner peace. This series will delve into the intersecting wisdom of these timeless works, revealing practical tools for living.

The Yoga Scripture Study series is an offering for anyone to wants to learn and discuss how the teachings of Yoga apply to our daily lives. We read passages, take time for reflection, and share how these words and practices support us on the spiritual path.

All are welcome to join any one or all of the sessions. Offered individually:

  • Monday, 12/2 • 6:00 – 7:00 pm Sign up
  • Monday, 12/9⋅ • 6:00 – 7:00 pm Sign up
  • Monday, 12/16 • 6:00 – 7:00 pm Sign up

Kalyani Carlee Cohen Barr first found herself at the Integral Yoga Institute (IYI) in 2001 and began teaching Hatha Yoga, Pranayama and meditation in 2005 after receiving her certification with Swami Ramananda at IYI Bacalar, Mexico. The name Kalyani is a spiritual name given to Carlee by Swami Ramananda which signifies a state of auspiciousness, recognizing blessings, and bliss. Kalyani has attended numerous workshops and trainings over the years, including Pranayama, meditation, Mantra, Mudras, Dharma, nutrition, Yoga Therapy for Cancer and Chronic Illness (YCAT), Yoga for the Special Child (IYINY), and Anusara Yoga. She is now certified in Raja Yoga (IYISF), weaving the yoga sutras into her teachings. Kalyani has led classes and small group sessions for musicians of all ages at Interplay Jazz Camp in Vermont, has co-lead a retreat in Northern India, has led “Yoga Day” classes for 150 students, and has appeared on Canadian public television. She co-founded Simply Yoga in South Florida. “Yoga has many facets that contribute to a peaceful, happy, healthy life. Yoga has transformed my life on many levels, and my favorite thing is sharing this gift with others.” Join Kalyani to find your breath and balance, and enjoy the benefits of increased energy, health, and overall well-being.

Sunday Spiritual Talk: Yoga Sutras & AI

Online | $5-$20 or enroll for free, use promo code FREE.

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

Join Raja Yoga teachers Kalyani and Kealoha for an immersive exploration of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, interwoven with the fascinating realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This is no ordinary talk – prepare for an immersive exploration and engage in a vibrant Q & A where your burning inquiries spark profound discussions on how yogic principles can be enhanced and applied in our AI-driven world.
People of all faiths are welcome.


Kealoha Deluz has been a holistic health practitioner for 30 years, holds a Master of Divinity, Ph.D. in Holistic Studies, and is currently working towards a degree in transpersonal counseling. He has been an Integral Yoga Teacher since 2006 and is a Raja Yoga trainer, advanced level Hatha Yoga, meditation and stress management instructor. Kealoha is a licensed massage therapist, skin care practitioner, and holistic life coach. Kealoha Born and raised on the Big Island of Hawaii, and currently lives and works in San Francisco, California.

Kalyani Carlee Cohen Barr first found herself at the Integral Yoga Institute (IYI) in 2001 and began teaching Hatha Yoga, Pranayama and meditation in 2005 after receiving her certification with Swami Ramananda at IYI Bacalar, Mexico. The name Kalyani is a spiritual name given to Carlee by Swami Ramananda which signifies a state of auspiciousness, recognizing blessings, and bliss.
Kalyani has attended numerous workshops and trainings over the years, including Pranayama, meditation, Mantra, Mudras, Dharma, nutrition, Yoga for the Special Child (IYINY), and Anusara Yoga. She is now certified in Raja Yoga (IYISF), weaving the yoga sutras into her teachings. Kalyani has led classes and small group sessions for musicians of all ages at Interplay Jazz Camp in Vermont, has co-lead a retreat in Northern India, has led “Yoga Day” classes for 150 students, and has appeared on Canadian public television. She co-founded Simply Yoga in South Florida.
“Yoga has many facets that contribute to a peaceful, happy, healthy life. Yoga has transformed my life on many levels, and my favorite thing is sharing this gift with others.” Join Kalyani to find your breath and balance, and enjoy the benefits of increased energy, health, and overall well-being.

Celebrating the Revised Secret Power of Yoga

Free | ONLINE | Please register in advance, a Zoom link and passcode will be provided via confirmation email.

Join us for this opportunity to celebrate the release of Nischala Joy Devi’s revised Secret Power of Yoga, now expanded to include all four chapters of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Nischala will share chosen excerpts of this revised version, which offers a simple, elegant, and deeply personal interpretation of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras–the principles at the basis of Yoga practice. Her interpretation beautifully captures the spirit of each sutra, and her suggested practices offer numerous ways to embrace the spirituality of Yoga throughout your day.

 

NISCHALA JOY DEVI is a masterful teacher and healer. For many years she has been highly respected as an international advocate for her innovative way of expressing Yoga and its subtle uses for spiritual growth and complete healing. Her dynamic delivery and deep inner conviction empower each individual, allowing the teachings to expand beyond boundaries and limitations of any one tradition enabling her to touch people’s hearts.

She was graced to spend over 25 years as a monastic disciple with the world-renowned Yogiraj Sri Swami Satchidanandaji, receiving his direct guidance and teachings. She also was blessed with teachings from great Yoga masters in US, India and worldwide.

Originally trained in Western medicine, she began to blend western medicine with Yoga, offered her expertise in developing the yoga portion of The Dean Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease, and co-founded the award-winning Commonweal Cancer Help Program. Her book “The Healing Path of Yoga,” and her Abundant WellBeing Audio Series expresses these teachings.

With her knowledge of yoga and her experience in assisting those with life-threatening diseases (particularly people with heart disease and cancer), she created Yoga of the Heart®, a training and certification program for Yoga teachers and health professionals designed to adapt Yoga practices to the special needs of that population.

She is now dedicated to bringing the Feminine back into spirituality and the scriptures, in her book, The Secret Power of Yoga, a woman’s guide to the heart and spirit of the Yoga Sutras and Secret Power of Yoga Audiobook Nautilus Book Silver Award Winner! Understanding the need for more love and compassion in today’s world, The Namaste Effect: Expressing Universal Love through the Chakras, her most recent book, explores a heart-centered way of living through the mystical chakras. abundantwellbeing.com

Serves on:
Abundant WellBeing Board -President
International Association of Yoga Therapist (IAYT) Advisory Council

-Awards
Commander’s Award given by the Commander of the Walter Reed Army Medical Center of Washington D.C. For Outstanding Performance, Personal Courage, Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Integrity, Honor and Selfless Service
Nautilus Book Silver Award Winner Secret Power of Yoga Audiobook

Online Courses (Distant Learning)
The Secret Power of Yoga, A Woman’s Guide to the Heart and Spirit of the Yoga Sutras. Receive 10 CEUs and a Certificate

-Books
The Namaste Effect:Expressing Universal Love through the Chakras
The Secret Power of Yoga: A Woman’s Guide to the Heart and Spirit of the Yoga Sutras
Healing Path of Yoga: Time-Honored Wisdom and Scientifically Proven Methods that
Alleviate Stress, Open your Heart, and Enrich your Life
Meditation in the Yogic Tradition ““ The Practical Application to Begin, or Enhance Your Meditation Practice

-CD’s
Deep Relaxation: Stress Management & Healing – Yoga Nidra
Dynamic Stillness: Meditation Guidance
Healing with the Chakras Meditation: Meditation Guidance
Integral Yoga: Hatha; 1, 2, Gentle and Half Hour Edition
Relax, Move & Heal: Gentle Movement & Imagery
Sojourn to Healing: Creative Imagery & Visualization
The Secret Power of Yoga Audiobook: A Woman’s Guide to the Heart and Spirit of the Yoga Sutras (7 hours)

Media that Nischala Joy Devi is featured in:

-Movie
Yogawoman: Never underestimate the power of inner peace

-Chapters in Books
The Four Stages of Yoga: How to Lead a Fulfilling Life, by Nischala Cryer
Sharing Sadhana: Insights and Inspiration for a Personal Yoga Practice, by Victoria Bailey
Yoga as Medicine: The Yogic Prescription for Health and Healing, by Timothy McCall
Yogini: The Power of Women in Yoga, by Janice Gates
American Yoga: The Paths and Practices of America’s Greatest Yoga Masters, by Carrie Schneider

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