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Join us at 11:30 a.m. for a meditation class led by Khenpo Karze, followed by a public talk and Q&A. The meditation focus varies from class to class. We are currently learning how to meditate on the Four Immeasurables: loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity. The class begins with 30 minutes of meditation instruction, followed by 5-10 minutes of meditation practice, and then continues with discussion and Q&A. Each session concludes with a brief Chenrezig practice in which we recite Om Mani Padme Hung (a prayer of compassion), and a dedication prayer that our efforts benefit all beings. This class offers a strong foundation in meditation, helping cultivate inner peace and compassion amidst busy lives. All are welcome! This program is open to anyone with an interest in Buddhism and you can come to all or any part of the program. Families are welcome. There is no fee, but donations are encouraged. Join us! Class is offered IN-PERSON in our Prayer Room and ONLINE on [Facebook Live](https://www.facebook.com/KPCBuddhistTemple/) and [YouTube Live](https://www.youtube.com/@KunzangPalyulCholing/streams). You can also watch online here: https://www.tara.org/kpc-maryland-events-calendar/ About the teacher: Khenpo Tenzin Karze graduated from Ngagyur Nyingma Institute’s intensive Buddhist graduate course in 2006, and was awarded the degree of Khenpo, equivalent to a PhD in Buddhist Philosophy, in 2011. He has received teachings and empowerments from many great Nyingma masters, and taught extensively in various Palyul temples in Nepal, India, Europe and Taiwan. This is his first time in the USA. We are delighted that Khenpo is now in residence at KPC and will be providing traditional Dharma instruction to help us deepen our practice of wisdom and compassion.

Discover the path to stress management, life's tranquility, and self-improvement through Heartfulness Meditation. Embrace relaxation, meditation, and emotional detoxification practices to unlock your best self. Join our free sessions every Sunday at 8 AM at VA. Experience the profound benefits of these simple yet powerful practices. Commit to a few months of meditation and witness the transformative impact firsthand. We eagerly await your presence at these enlightening sessions.

So, the world of meditation has a lot to offer, and you have heard it all. This Meetup is about discovering the EXPERIENCE of meditation. Come check us out - volunteer meditation instructors from the Maryland Community will help lead you into the East's best kept relaxation secret, meet like-minded people, and in general have a fun time. As an added bonus, you will also get to experience some of the Art of Living Foundation's breathing programs and get an insight into what makes the Sudharshan Kriya tick. Try saying it 10 times in a row for some tongue twister fun! Anyways, your group lead is likely to be young, fun, a professional who does this on a volunteer basis, might have an accent, smiles a lot (yeah, meditation does that to you)... and at the end of the day, is a meditation instructor par excellence. We are trying to hold meetups across MD but, for now, we will stick to the one free venue we have. Let us know if you want to host one of the meditation Meetups at your venue.. somewhere in MD though!

Please bring a nutritarian dish or salad to share with at least 8 members. Also, you could bring containers to take home etras at the end of the evening. We will share resouces, recipes and other info as we support each other in choosing high nutrient dense eating.

http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/6/f/7/d/600_444628541.jpeg Have you ever wondered what "raising your vibration" really means....and how you actually do it?? Did you know that we are all capable of connecting with Spirit (Angels, Spirit Guides, & loved ones) for messages & guidance?? Join me as I take you through the process of raising your vibration through Meditation....with Intention! Spirit is with us and around us all the time, nudging us and guiding us from the other side. Their loving energy is closer than we realize and they love when we are able to connect with them. During the workshop, you will learn: • How to raise & lower your vibrational frequencies • How to differentiate between the Divine, Angelic, Spirit Guide, and loved ones energy levels • How to protect your energy • How to tune in for messages & guidance from Spirit You will also go through a guided meditation to put it in to practice :) Trust me....this isn't your average meditation! Cost: $150 \*\* please send payment, via Venmo (@Juli-Richardson) or Paypal (lightworksreiki@aol.com) \*\* http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/6/b/5/3/600_444627475.jpeg

Women are constantly giving, at work, at home, in relationships, and in service to their communities. But who supports the woman behind it all? This session invites women to pause, reflect, and reset. We’ll explore how to move beyond burnout and into balance, not by doing more, but by being more intentional. Together we will: * Identify hidden stress patterns and energy drains * Learn mindfulness practices to restore calm in real time * Create a personalized “inner balance” plan Join us to celebrate Women’s History Month by honoring your own well-being! Leave feeling clearer, lighter, and empowered to thrive, not just survive. Sunday, March 15th, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm. Held at Brahma Kumaris Center, 14020 Thunderbolt Pl, Suite 200, 2nd Floor, Chantilly, VA. | | | --- | |

# Prana Breath Workshop 🗓 Sunday,March 15, 2026 🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 DhyanYoga Meditation Center · Centreville, VA (near Bull Run Park) 🔗 Reserve your spot here: [zeffy.com/ticketing/prana-breath-from-healing-to-awakening-group-sessions](https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/prana-breath-from-healing-to-awakening-group-sessions?utm_source=chatgpt.com) ✨ **Breathe Into Stillness. Release Into Light. Return to Yourself.** ✨ Step away from daily noise and reconnect with your true self through this **3-hour immersive breathwork journey**. Using conscious connected breathing, gentle movement, and meditative stillness, Prana Breath opens space for release, clarity, and inner peace. **🌬️ What to Expect** * Opening Circle & Intention Setting * Somatic Warmups & Energy Activation * Main Prana Breathwork Journey (curated music + guidance) * Integration & Silent Sitting * Optional Sharing Circle ## **🌿 Benefits** * Release stress and emotional blockages * Reduce anxiety, insomnia, and mental chatter * Balance your nervous system * Deepen meditation and awareness * Reconnect with vitality and inner stillness ## 🕊️ Who Is This For? Open to all adults (14+). No prior experience needed—just bring yourself. Especially supportive for those feeling emotionally heavy, restless, or seeking clarity and calm. ## 🧘 What to Bring * Water bottle * Light blanket or shawl (optional) * Journal (optional) * Comfortable clothes * An open heart 💙 💰 **Energy Exchange:** $20 ✨ Let your breath guide you home. We look forward to breathing with you.

[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“A Practical Guide to Social Change,”** a research-based look at how communities bring about reform and progress, with Marissa Robinson, founder of Real Health Impact LLC and an adjunct professor at George Washington University who teaches courses focused on public health leadership and social change. [Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-social-change](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-social-change) .] Systems built on inequality rarely transform without deliberate pressure from the people most committed to justice, because progress takes coordination, conviction and willingness to change what has always been accepted. Real change starts when people choose to move together. Learn what research and experience say about how to make real social progress with Dr. Marissa Robinson, a public health practitioner who previously worked in federal agencies coordinating global and national public health initiatives focused on infectious diseases, HIV, and health equity. Among the key questions she’ll tackle: How do communities overcome barriers to create real change? When should evidence guide decisions and when does context matter more? She’ll discuss established frameworks for moving from intention to measurable progress and talk about the importance of building coalitions that actually work and of making decisions grounded in real data. You’ll learn about the importance of testing ideas on a small scale before going big, as well as how to use rapid feedback loops and continuous improvement cycles to refine approaches and scale what truly works. Dr. Robinson will share stories of ordinary people and communities who refused to accept the status quo and pushed through real barriers to achieve breakthrough results. She’ll talk about practical strategies, usable frameworks, and evidence-based examples that people can apply immediately in their own communities and organizations to support change that lasts. If you have dreamed about bringing about progress in your world, this talk will give you the clarity, direction, and confidence it takes to turn such dreams into reality. ( Door: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. The talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image by Canva.

Whether you're new to Insight meditation or an advanced practitioner looking for like-minded people to sit with, you're welcome to join us at our Sunday morning drop-in group, sponsored by the Insight Meditation Community of Washington. Insight meditation cultivates our natural wisdom and compassion. Meditation practice develops concentration, which allows us to calm and steady the mind. This class includes a 30-minute lightly-guided meditation, followed by a short talk and time for questions and discussion. The size of the group usually runs somewhere between 25-40 people in-person and between 12-25 online. Chairs are provided, or you may bring a sitting cushion or bench. You may also use the blankets and bolsters offered by the yoga studio. **We offer both in-person and online attendance.** To learn more about our topics and teachers, view our videos or **get the Zoom link**, visit our [class page](https://imcw.org/event/?eventId=735&utm_source=MeetUp&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=vienna-drop-in).

踏入《广论》研讨班，对许多人来说是开启生命转变的契机。或许您也会好奇：在繁忙的工作与生活之余，投入时间研读佛典，究竟能为人生带来哪些实质的成长与收获？ 《广论》研讨班秉持着日常老和尚以心灵提升、圆满生命的目标，提供大众身、心、灵健康的学习环境与循序渐进的佛法课程。学员通过听师父的录音带和研讨交流，对佛法建立整体认识，全面的理解，同时学习如何将佛法智慧运用于生活中，打造幸福人生。 **《菩提道次第广论》简介** 佛法大全，给与您心灵滋养，人生方向 次第井然，引领您脚踏实地，步步向上 心智科学，帮助您认识自己，了解他人 幸福教育，教会您正确取舍，离苦得乐 生命教育，陪伴您创造希望，走向美好

Curious about spirituality beyond traditional religious boxes? You’re warmly invited to explore **Unity**, a spiritual movement that blends practical Christianity with metaphysical wisdom, personal growth, and inclusive theology. Unity is grounded in the idea that each person has an innate spiritual nature, that love is the essence of all faith traditions, and that our thoughts, intentions, and practices shape our lived experience. Rather than focusing on doctrine or dogma, Unity emphasizes spiritual principles you can *apply*—right where you are, exactly as you are. On this fourth Sunday of the Lenten season, guest speaker and congregant **Duane Bowers** invites us into a reflective and empowering journey. In each moment of our lives, we are constantly creating the next moment. How different would our lives be if we were more intentional about what we were creating ---particularly when life is tough and we're in darkness? Whether you’re spiritually curious, deconstructing old beliefs, or simply seeking a meaningful way to engage the season, this gathering offers a thoughtful, compassionate entry point into an untraditional faith tradition that honors both inner wisdom and shared humanity. All are welcome—no prior experience with Unity required. [Learn more](https://unityoffairfax.org/what-we-believe-what-unity).

We all go through times when it feels like the ground is being pulled out from under us. What we relied on as steady and solid may change or even appear to vanish. In this era of global disruption, threats to our individual, social, and planetary safety abound, and at times life can feel overwhelming. Not only are loss and separation painful, but even positive changes can cause great stress. Yet life is full of change: birth, death, marriage, divorce; a new relationship; losing or starting a job; beginning a new phase in life or ending one. Change is stressful, even when it is much desired or anticipated—the unknown can feel scary and threatening. In We Were Made for These Times, the extraordinary mindfulness teacher Kaira Jewel Lingo imparts accessible advice on navigating difficult times of transition, drawing on Buddhist teachings on impermanence to help you establish equanimity and resilience. Classroom 1 and via **[Zoom](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88912244670?pwd=jtR4LLF3bM6YkuFgevZXlJtM9tGZL2.1),** Meeting ID 889 1224 4670, Password 488104

LIFT (Learn, Inspire, Fuel, Transform) Session Ever wanted to start lifting weights but weren't sure where to begin? LIFT is a welcoming, beginner-friendly group designed to help women build strength, confidence, and consistency together. Join this session for a structured strength workout and the accountability that comes from showing up alongside other women towards similar goals. **Agenda** * Brief welcome and introductions * Review of the day's workout plan * Guided group strength workout using free weights and machines * Cool down and check-in **What to Bring & Wear** * Water bottle * Comfortable workout clothes * Athletic shoes **Location Details** Meet by the cubbies toward the back of the fitness room inside NZone. A $20 Znone membership is required to access the facility.

Freya’s Teas – Spring Energetic Tea Workshop Celebrate the return of spring with Freya’s Teas and join Sonja for an evening of herbal connection, learning, and ceremony. In this seasonal workshop, we will explore the energetic qualities of herbs and how they can support balance and renewal as the earth awakens in spring. Participants will enjoy a special spring tea blend while learning about the plants that make up the blend and their supportive qualities. The evening will also include an experiential tea ceremony, inviting participants to slow down, connect with the plants, and welcome the fresh energy of the new season. Sonja’s approach to herbalism is rooted in both tradition and study. Through Freya’s Teas, she shares her passion for helping others reconnect with nature as a source of nourishment, balance, and gentle healing. Join us for an evening of tea, learning, and seasonal renewal. $33 per person includes herbal instruction, supplies to make your own tea blend to take home with you, and tea ceremony. **Bonus:** Come early and enjoy a complimentary tasting of Freya’s ready-made tea blends at the Rising Phoenix booth during the **Manassas Farmers Market from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM**. paypal: [https://www.paypal.me/SonjaKline](https://www.paypal.me/SonjaKline) Venmo: [https://venmo.com/code?user_id=3567792959784992657&created=1770002983](https://venmo.com/code?user_id=3567792959784992657&created=1770002983)

## About the Event Join us for a special Open House at Vedic Health Center from **4:00–6:00 PM**! This is a relaxed, drop-in event—come anytime during the two-hour window. While registration is requested, all are welcome. Enjoy a **complimentary dinner**, explore our beautiful center, and meet our caring team of practitioners. New visitors will also have the opportunity to receive a **free Ayurvedic pulse reading** with one of our practitioners to experience this traditional wellness assessment. During the open house, you can: * Tour the center * Meet our staff and learn about our services * Enjoy a free dinner with our community * Receive a complimentary pulse reading (new visitors) Guests are also warmly invited to **stay for our All-Levels Hatha Yoga class at 6:00 PM**, taught by **Ranjini**, immediately following the open house. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the healing environment of Vedic Health Center.

## About the Event **Instructor: Dr Naresh Chand** **Cost**: Free for Vedic Health members; $25 for non members [*[Membership from $19/month](https://www.vedichealth.org/memberships)]* Experience a deeply restorative session that combines **chakra cleansing meditation** with **gentle stretching yoga** to help you reset your body, calm your mind, and rebalance your energy. We will begin with grounding breathwork to help you settle into the present moment. From there, you'll be guided through a **chakra cleansing meditation**, focusing on the body's seven main energy centers to release blockages and invite a smoother flow of energy throughout the body. Following meditation, we will move into **slow, gentle yoga stretches** designed to ease tension, improve mobility, and support the energetic balance of each chakra. The movements are simple, mindful, and accessible to beginners as well as experienced practitioners who want a calming and nurturing practice. This session is ideal if you are looking to: * Reduce stress and mental fatigue * Reconnect with your body and breath * Balance your energy centers (chakras) * Release physical tension through gentle movement * Cultivate a sense of inner calm and clarity No prior meditation or yoga experience is required. All are welcome. Come as you are, breathe deeply, stretch gently, and leave feeling lighter, centered, and renewed.

**🌞 CORE Yoga – Activate Your Powerhouse!** 📍 *Mind Body Paloma Studio – Oakton, VA (near Vale Rd)* 📩 Exact address shared upon RSVP Join us **every Tuesday evening** for a dynamic fusion of **yoga and Pilates-inspired movement** designed to fire up your core and awaken your **solar plexus chakra**. This class blends mindful breath with functional movement to build strength, improve mobility, and help you reconnect with your inner power. 🧘‍♀️ **What to Expect:** – Core-focused yoga asanas – Pilates-inspired strengthening exercises – Hip mobility and full-body stretches – Intimate small-group setting (Max 10 people) ✨ **What to Bring:** A yoga mat and positive vibes 🎟️ **Your first class is FREE!** Visit: [www.mindbodypaloma.com/services](https://www.mindbodypaloma.com/services) for class passes and pricing. 💻 *Can't make it in person? Join us online!* 🔗 **RSVP to secure your spot** and receive the exact studio address: https://events.humanitix.com/core-yoga-tuesdays-7pm-d3np535b Let's strengthen from the inside out—see you on the mat! 💛🌿

**Sahaja Yoga teaches a unique method of meditation, rooted in ancient spiritual knowledge.** We follow a format of continuous integration of topics in our classes so that no two classes are same and so we are able to accommodate new meditators along with experienced ones. **Through Sahaja Yoga, you can achieve a state of meditation known as thoughtless awareness. In this state, you experience and enjoy the present moment without any distractions from the past or future. Your consciousness works in flow with your inner energy ([Kundalini](https://us.sahajayoga.org/the-kundalini/)).** Some of the things we go over with in our programs are how to awaken your dormant Mother energy called Kundalini. Meditation with Mantras using power of very basic mantra to bring peace within! Meditation with music, what are Chakras, how to take affirmations, what is Thoughtless Awareness and how to find the state of your Chakras. *Meditation sessions led by an experienced fellow meditator.* **Please join us to awaken the dormant energy within you and re-balance your emotional, physical and mental state of being!** **Sahaja Yoga was founded in 1970 by Shri Mataji**. She envisioned a world where people would be transformed, and lead more balanced lives. She has worked tirelessly to help people meditate and achieve greater spiritual heights through this meditation. **Cost**: Free **Parking**: Paid parking in garages and on street. Garage-40 Cordell-St.Elmo Garage, Saint Elmo Avenue, Bethesda, MD is 2 mins walking distance from meditation center. **How to reach us?** We are at **Sahaja Yoga Meditation Center** on **4901 Saint Elmo Avenue** **Bethesda, MD 20814**, *walking distance from Bethesda Metro Center* **You can learn more about this meditation** from [us.sahajayoga.org](https://us.sahajayoga.org)

This is introductory meditation for people who wants to learn basics of meditation. It's a free event held every week and everyone is welcome to join.