Events
Film: “Freedom & Liberation”
Time: Friday, 27 November 2009, 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Place: Cinema for the Soul, Royal Exchange Building, 32 Bolton Street Newcastle
“Freedom and Liberation” is a film biography of Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, founder of Sahaja Yoga meditation. Inspired by her parents and Mahatma Gandhi, Shri Mataji took part in the youth movement working for resistance against the British Empire to obtain freedom for India.
Throughout her entire life, Shri Mataji always kept to her vision, one which goes beyond the political freedom of her motherland India, to a vision of inner freedom and transformation of each individual. This vision would take her to the five continents so that she could talk with ordinary people about her new method of meditation.
“Freedom and Liberation” is the work of young director, Carolin Dassel, who shows the many stages of Shri Mataji’s adventurous life in a very subtle way. The timeless impressions, beautiful music, original locations and archival material combine to produce an atmosphere of meditative authenticity.
The evening will conclude with a brief meditation session.
Program:
7:15pm: Doors open and live music
7:45pm: Screening of “Freedom & Liberation”
9:15pm: Brief meditation session
9:30pm: Close
Free admission. No booking is required.
We look forward to seeing you at the cinema!
For enquiries please phone (02) 4969 7682.
Topic: Meditation and its effects on the brain, mind and health
Time: Wednesday 25 November, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Place: Dougherty Community Centre, 7 Victor Street, Chatswood
(opposite Westfield shopping centre car park)
This fascinating and enjoyable lecture will be presented by Dr Ramesh Manocha, who will provide a refreshing insight into the science and experience of meditation.Dr. Manocha is a world-leading expert on scientific research into meditation. His research has proven its effectiveness in reducing stress and improving wellbeing. It has also determined that mental silence has specific physiological effects on the body and the brain.
As part of the event, the audience will also learn a simple, scientifically proven meditation skill which will become a useful resource that they can use for the rest of their lives.
Don’t miss the opportunity to attend this very informative session followed by a hands-on workshop.
Program:
7:00pm: Introduction
7:10pm: Lecture – Dr Ramesh Manocha, MBBS BSc (Med) PhD
8:00pm: Meditation workshop
9:00pm: Close
Free admission. No booking is required.
For enquiries please call (02) 9904 8137 (after hours).
Feeling tired, stressed or out of balance? Meditation may help!
You are welcome to attend our next Melbourne One-day Meditation Workshop, to be held on Sunday 8th November, 2009.
This free workshop is suitable for both regulars and beginners. The meditation is very easy; no prior knowledge is needed. Everyone will have the opportunity to learn and experience the peace and joy that true meditation can offer.
Workshop topics include:
• Introduction to meditation – for newcomers
• In-depth sessions – for new and previous attendees
• Collective meditations – learn how to achieve mental silence
• Affirmations and mantras to assist meditation
• Scientific research into meditation
• Easy techniques to help reduce stress
• Balancing and clearing chakrasand the subtle system
• Tips on how to meditate at home
• Video talk by Shri Mataji, the founder of Sahaja Yoga
• Live music for meditation (subject to musician availability)
When: Sunday, 8th November, 2009. 11.00am to 2.00pm (Arrive 10.30am for a cup of tea)
Where: Sahaja Yoga Meditation Centre, 229 Warrigal Road, Cheltenham, Melbourne
Workshop cost: No charge! Workshops are provided by volunteers, as a non-profit community service.
Catering: Lunch provided, morning tea and workshop materials are provided.
Seating arrangements provided: Chairs, pillows and carpeted floor.
Bookings: For planning and catering purposes, please RSVP by emailing [email protected] or telephone Hugh on 0439 990 603 if you would like to attend.
We hope you’ll be able to attend this informative and enjoyable day.
Best wishes,
The Sahaja Yoga Collective of Melbourne
The 8-week Sahaja Yoga programs in Parramatta are starting again from Monday, 19 October 2009.
Venue: Harry Todd Hall, Parramatta
Jubilee Lane off Marion Street, close to the Harris Park Train Station
Time: Mondays, 7.30 pm to 8.30 pm
Bookings and enquiries: 0425 261 119