Sacred Sound - A 6 Week Exploration of Sanskrit Mantra as a Meditation Practice
Sacred Sound - A 6 Week Exploration of Sanskrit Mantra
as a Meditation Practice
3/22/2022 - 5/3/2022
क्षणश: कणशश्चैव विद्यामर्थं च साधयेत्
Moment by moment, bit by bit, knowledge and wealth are gained.
People have been using mantra as a means for physical, mental and spiritual transformation for thousands of years.
Chanting mantra is an anchor for the busy mind. Using mantra as a meditation tool gives the mind something to hold onto when distractions arise.
As a practice, it is pranayama (breath work), meditation and sound healing all in one.
Sanskrit is a vibrational language. When we chant in Sanskrit, we are bringing our own vibration in alignment with the vibration of the mantras. In turn, we are also cultivating and manifesting the creation of the intention we hold as we chant.
This course will focus on using mantra as a 40 day meditation practice. Each week we will explore developing a relationship with different types of Sanskrit mantras and meditation practices that can be used with them. In between classes participants will choose ways to engage a steady practice tailored to personal intentions.
No prior experience in Sanskrit or chanting is necessary.
CLASS FORMAT:
TUESDAYS 7PM EST -8:30PM EST online class and practice
You will receive the class recording whether or not you are able to attend live.
SUNDAYS 7PM EST-8PM EST - WEEKLY CHANTING CIRCLE - You will receive an invitation to participate in a weekly online chanting group to reinforce your practice.
A 30 MINUTE PRIVATE SESSION- In the week leading up to the first class I will be available to schedule a one on one with you via phone or Zoom to check in and discuss if there is a particular intention you have for this practice and how I can support you in making the most out of this course.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH SANSKRIT MANTRAS?
PHYSICAL
-Improved breathing and lung capacity
-Excellent for heart health
-Stimulates parasympathetic nervous system
-Calms and anchors the mind
MENTAL/EMOTIONAL
-Improves concentration
-Improves memory
-Clears emotional blocks
-Relieves stress
SPIRITUAL/ENERGETIC
-Opens and clears the 5th chakra
-Connects the 3rd chakra (power center) to the 4th (heart/intentions/desires) to the 5th (creativity and manifestation)
-Connects one to universal archetypal energies in nature for greater well being
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
-An introduction to the Sanskrit alphabet
-The deeper meaning of the mantras used each class through translations and mythology
-A different meditation technique each week to use with mantra
-In depth practice of each mantra in class for pronunciation
-Mantra as a sound healing tool
-How to connect with archetypal communication
-How to use mantra as a means for manifesting change
SOME OF THE THINGS WE WILL EXPLORE INCLUDE:
Lesson 1 - Introduction to Sanskrit
-Introduction to Devanagari - the Sanskrit Alphabet
-The Om mantra
-Beej (seed) mantras
-Beej Chakra Meditation
Lesson 2 - Connecting with Ganesha & the Goddesses
-Mantras and symbolism of the Lord of Obstacles and the Goddesses
-Mantra with Mudra Meditation
Lesson 3 - Exploring a Relationship with Archetypes of the Gods
-Mantras and symbolism of Hanuman, Shiva, Krishna, Vishnu and Brahma
-Communicating with the Archetypes Meditation
Lesson 4 - Bringing Awareness to the Light
-Exploring the Gayatri within and without
-Tratak Meditation
Lesson 5 - Moksha: Liberation from the Fear of Death
-The story of the Moksha Mantra for Healing
-Creating the Inner Healing Circle Meditation
Lesson 6 - Lifting the Vibration for All
-Shanti Mantras, the deeper meaning and why we do them
-Working with Japa Mala
Lesson 7 - Closing Circle, Reflections, and Kirtan
INVESTMENT:
7 live classes and Q&A w/ recordings
7 chanting circles
1 private session
A workbook to practice writing Devanagari, the Sanskrit alphabet
A link for a recording of all the mantras that we will using in the course
Continuing Education Credits: 16 non-contact CE credits are available with Yoga Alliance with completion of weekly homework assignments.
Early Registration by 3/08/22 - $225
Regular Registration by 3/19/2022 - $275
Payment Plans Available
To register fill out the form at the bottom of the page. A PayPal invoice will be sent upon submission.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me!