What is meditation?

Meditation is a tool for rediscovering the body’s own inner intelligence. Practiced for thousands of years, it’s not about forcing the mind to be quiet; it’s finding the silence that’s already there and making it a part of your life. Silence is the birthplace of happiness, creativity, and infinite possibilities. From this field of pure potentiality we get our bursts of inspiration, our most intuitive thoughts, and our deepest sense of connection to the Universe.

Practicing meditation on a daily basis allows you to weave silence and stillness into your mind and body to create a life of greater compassion and fulfillment. Meditation is a journey to the center of our very being, a journey to emotional freedom, and a journey to the reawakening of our unconditioned self.   

The Chopra Center Meditation is a meditation technique originating in the ancient wisdom of India. The basic, most essential sounds of nature—are used to disconnect us from the activity of life. These individually selected sounds, known as mantras, are based on the vibration the universe was making at the moment of your birth.

Once your mantra has been determined, you will be taught how to use it on a daily basis to reawaken balance, tranquility, and compassion within. We will help you to integrate this practice into your daily routine.  

How will Meditation affect my health?

Nowadays, doctors are increasingly citing stress as a major contributing factor to most illnesses. Even though meditation should not be considered a cure by itself, research has shown it to be beneficial for a wide range of health problems. As stress is greatly eliminated through Meditation, our minds and bodies begin to function with maximum effectiveness, creating health, vitality, and happiness.    How do I get started? To take your first step toward developing a Primordial Sound Meditation practice, check out our Meditation Course schedule and register.

This is an Amana Institute/Chopra Center Program

"Meditation has helped re-introduce me to the idea that meditation and yoga can be both preventative and healing when it comes to my overall well-being.  The meditation weekend  is a wonderful introduction to the healing powers of meditation, and if done in a group, it can provide a sense of positive energy."