YOU'RE INVITED TO JOIN US AT COMMUNITY YOGA CENTER FOR MORNING MEDITATION WITH TOBY!
Meditation can be beneficial at any time of day, but there’s something beautiful about beginning the day mindfully with meditation. We do not advocate any particular method of meditation and our regular meditators practice a variety of meditation methods, including single-pointed concentration, open awareness meditation, and prayer.
If you're new to meditation, focusing on your breath can be a beautiful starting point for your practice. In breath-focused meditation, you're invited to breathe naturally, bringing awareness to your breath as it flows in and out of your body - noticing the flow of the breath through your nose, heart, and belly. Thoughts and emotions will arise, and when they do, you're invited to acknowledge them with honesty and love, and then gently bring your awareness back to your breath, noticing again the flow of breath through your body.
Loose comfortable clothing is recommended so your body is not overly constricted and can more easily relax. You are welcome to sit on the floor, against a wall or in a chair. You may also stand or lay down - any position that is comfortable for you where you feel aware and at ease.
If you are interested in a space to just be - a space to relax your body, calm your mind, and open your heart - some breathing space - consider meeting us for morning meditation.
WE ARE BUILT ON GIVING
This offering is provided solely through voluntary giving. The giving of many is what allows this gathering to be offered so freely. Anyone who’s experienced benefit from this offerings is invited to give for the benefit of others. There are many ways to give beyond financial contributions. Giving includes all types of altruistic service.
In giving, we expand our hearts in a way that recognizes we are not actually separate from others. Giving is a letting go of a sense of separateness that’s based in ignorance. When we practice giving, we feel into how we all depend on one another - how we are all part of the whole. In this way, giving is the natural response of the awakened heart.
You’re invited to give according to your volition and means - in whatever ways resonate with you. You might like to make monetary donations, contribute to our collective resources, or dedicate your time and skill to assist the community.