Give the Gift of Acceptance

A young student who didn't like the way some of his colleagues were behaving commented to his teacher: "Isn't it a shame that they are behaving in this way." 

The master smilingly responded: "No.  It's a shame when one expects a walnut tree to produce mangoes."

What the master was trying to teach his young student is:
All knowledge is structured in consciousness; all action is performed on the level of consciousness and all perception and experience comes through our state of consciousness.

One cannot expect anyone to behave in any way other than according to their state of consciousness - having any other expectation will always lead to disappointment.

Giving the gift of acceptance means we need to accept that a person is behaving according to their state of consciousness.  We do not expect a new born baby to speak perfect English, eat food gracefully and not cry when their favourite toy is taken away. In the same way, we cannot expect an adult who is carrying numerous stresses in their body to exhibit divine behaviour and to always act in a way that is friendly, compassionate and loving.

As meditators, we are fortunate to have a technique that is not only a technology for the elimination of stress, but also a supreme tool for the systematic expansion of consciousness.

Acquiring a higher state of consciousness naturally yields greater perception, broader awareness, appropriate behaviour and more dynamic fruitful action.

In order for thinking, behaviour and action to change, one's state of consciousness needs to change.

With love,
Limor

Complimentary Private Meditation Checking Session - Until end of January, 2011

From now until the end of January, I am offering complimentary private meditation checking sessions to my students (usual fee: $120).  If you learned to meditate with me and would like to come in for a 1 hour private checking of your meditation, please email me at: info@doublebaymeditation.com.au to make an appointment.  This is an ideal opportunity to have your meditation checked if you are unable to attend a Monday night Group checking meeting or for those of you who have lapsed in your meditation practice and wish to get back on track.

Exploring the Veda

Below you will see a photo of some of the course participants who just completed the Advanced Knowledge Course entitled Exploring the Veda this weekend.  Exploring the Veda is a course of knowledge and tools which are designed for those meditators who wish to fast track their growth to higher states of consciousness.  You can read more about the course by clicking here:
http://www.doublebaymeditation.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=23&menuid=41&Itemid=27&subid=42&selfid=41

Monday night Group Meditation Meeting

Some photos from tonight's Group Meditation Meeting.  These meetings are free of charge for anyone who has completed the beginner's course in Vedic Meditation.  They are held every Monday night at 6.30pm.  They commence with group meditation (which most people find very relaxing and stabilising) followed by a discussion about the fine mechanics of correct practice of meditation and the life implications of continued practice of twice daily meditation.

Double Bay Meditation Centre - a celebration of Vedic Architecture

My vision for the design of the Double Bay Meditation Centre was to create a sanctuary in the city where people could come and immediately feel uplifted.  Fortunately with the help of my teacher, Thom Knoles and brilliant Vedic Architect Alex Smith (http://www.csa-arch.com.au/) we were able to design and build the Centre in accordance with the principles of Sthapatyaveda or Vaastu. 

People who live and work in buildings designed according to the principles of Vedic Architecture report that they think more clearly, make better decisions, feel happier and healthier, enjoy more restful and refreshing sleep and have more energy and less fatigue.

Below are 2 photos of the Centre - one from the outside and one of the meditation room.

Advanced Meeting at Double Bay Meditation Centre

Below you will see the group after our Advanced Meeting which was held today at 5.30pm.  These meetings are held on the first Sunday of each Month and are for meditators who have completed the course, Mastering the Siddhis.  The Siddhis program involves practicing a set of Sutras at the end of meditation.  For more information, please click here:

http://www.doublebaymeditation.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=24&menuid=41&Itemid=27&subid=43&selfid=41

The Innocence Of Meditation

People quite often forget the simplicity of the technique. Often I like to remind my students, that reaching the meditative state is as effortless as a mote of dust falling onto a rose petal. When one engages the mantra, the importance is not to try and manipulate your way into a meditative state by concentrating or controlling, but to effortlessly surrender yourself to the natural desire of the mind to find greater levels of charm.  The mantra is the vehicle that provides this charm.  Take it as it comes, be effortless.

We are off to Rishikesh, India in February 2011 for our Retreat

For all those interested in coming on a unique journey please email me at: info@doublebaymeditation.com.au

One Of My Friends Gave Me This Portrait (as she thought it looked like me!)

Guru Deva

You don't have to look like Guru Deva in order to meditate.  The Vedic Meditation technique doesn't require you to wear orange robes, change your lifestyle, religion or philosophy.  It requires no belief or faith.  Even if you don't believe in it, it still works.  It is a natural technique that is able to be mastered by anybody.  The only requirement is that you are able to think.  If you can think then you can meditate.

After some procrastination, the blog begins!

Dear Students,

I have succumbed to the phenomenon of 'blogging'. Over the coming weeks I will share wise words, videos, exciting news and updates, Ayurvedic recipes and much much more in this blog. The mission is simple, to spread the word of the benefits of Vedic Meditation. Vedic Meditation is a simple, natural, effortless technique which produces wide-ranging benefits in all areas of life - mind, body, behaviour and the effectiveness of our activity . Below you will see the group after one of our Monday night meetings which are always free once you have taken the beginner's meditation course. Remember, I am always available on info@doublebaymeditation.com.au or else visit the formal website on http://www.doublebaymeditation.com.au/

With love, Limor