Positive Thinking Weekend

Description

During this week, you will learn the nature of your thoughts and how to change the thought tendencies from negative to positive. There will be daily practice of Yoga postures, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques that will change the energy of the thoughts and give energy and rest to the nervous system. The daily routine includes guided meditation, chanting of mantras to uplift the mind and open the heart, as well as daily workshops on energy, emotions, and the mind. We will discuss how to change emotions such as anger, fear, anxiety, desires, jealousy, discontentment, depression, and stress to positive emotions such as courage, contentment, harmony, understanding, equal vision, balanced mind.

Daily Schedule

06:00 – 08:00 am – Satsang: Silent meditation, chanting and lecture
08:00 – 10:00 am – Yoga Class: Asanas and Pranayama
10:00 – 10:45 am – Vegetarian Brunch
11:00 – 12:00 am – Karma Yoga (selfless service)
01:00 – 02:30 pm – Affirmations Workshop
03:00 – 04:00 pm – Free Time and Nature walks
04:00 – 06:00 pm – Yoga Class: Asanas and Pranayama
06:00 – 06:45 pm – Vegetarian Dinner
08:00 – 09:30 pm – Satsang: meditation, chanting and lecture

Arrival and Departure

Arrival: The course will begin at 7pm with Orientation followed by Satsang
Departure: The course will end at 3pm on final day.

We encourage you to arrive by 4pm on Day 1, making the most out of the afternoon by joining us for the Asana class and dinner.  You are always welcome and encouraged to extend your stay to any length before or after the course.  Please indicate your desired arrival and departure dates on your registration form.

What to Bring

Textbook: “Essentias of Yoga Practice and Philosophy” & “Positive Thinking Manual” by Swami Sitaramananda

Other: slip on shoes, loose comfortable clothing, writing materials, meditation shawl or blanket, yoga mat, flashlight.
All books and materials are available in our boutique.

Price

$70 Tuition + Accommodations