Paramahansa Yogananda

Call 202-797-9826 with any questions and to register! You are welcome to arrive 15 minutes early for refreshments! Are insecurities hindering your ability to live a happy life? Maybe you have suffered a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? After that, you try to move on- you just can't. Possibly you have a thought or emotion that hangs around for days and you just can't shake it. What is all this stress, anxiety, depression, and self doubt? It's just crazy! This baggage is not the real you. You can find out what is at the root of all this. Areas you can be helped with: Control of unwanted emotions Lack of confidence Grief Anxiety Anger management Creating ideal relationships Depression Memory and more... This is an on-line class that can start you on the way to a better life, more confidence and less negativity. All the happiness you have lies within you. Let's find it! We only use natural proven techniques, called Dianetics; no drugs or labeling. This group is sponsored by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center.\

***“I am struck with how rare it is to find a few good friends on the path. It is easy to find people who simply want to sit and be entertained by teachers, or who want to sit and entertain by playing the role of teacher. In other words, the quest for affirmation often outweighs the quest for truth.*** ***Yet you may have one or two good friends, and definitely have one or two waiting to be discovered. Find them; be thankful.”*** ***— Shawn Nevins*** 'What will make me happy in life?' ... 'Am I my thoughts?' ... 'What is Enlightenment?' ... We meet every week to ask questions like these in the pursuit of Self-Knowledge and Truth. We are interested in topics like: Zen, stoicism, spirituality, psychology, mindfulness, Nisargadatta, non-violent communication, Socrates, existential philosophy, Alan Watts, taoism, Eckhart Tolle, meditation, Ramana Maharshi, etc. But we are not affiliated with any dogma, philosophy, or religion. Our goal each meeting is to serve as mirrors for one another using question-based inquiry in a safe environment. In a session, every participant takes turns discussing the week's question or topic, and the group asks reflective questions without any agenda besides trying to understand the person's beliefs. A few other guiding principles of our group: * No one is obligated to share * Be honest with yourself and others * Do not try to convince others to believe or think as you do * Keep the focus on the person being questioned We meet at the [Bethesda Library](https://maps.app.goo.gl/GWMozF8zpY1m1PY26) every Monday. The library is a 5 minute walk from the Bethesda Metro on the Red Line, approx 25 minute Metro ride from Metro Center and Gallery Place stations. The library has a a parking lot with metered parking for $1/hour. \*\*\* WE WILL BE IN MEETING ROOM 3 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED ----- THE MEETING ROOM IS IN THE BACK OF THE LIBRARY \*\*\* Please contact us with any questions!

Join us for FREE classes in the beautiful outdoors throughout Prince George’s County! Learn basic moves to strengthen your body, increase flexibility, and free your mind. Ages 13 & up. **[Register here](https://mdpgparksweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?Action=Start&SubAction=&_csrf_token=Hp0M0E6T0I712L473B2Q2N4F5J5R6M5E035L4X6O6I04705R6O5S045J4M526G6A5S5Q5J6K1I5P4S6E550O5G4I6F511L4L63505I095R4M6N671F545U6H6A735O3L6M&age=0.25&age=0.5&age=0.75&age=1&age=2&age=3&age=4&age=5&age=6&age=7&age=8&age=9&age=10&age=11&age=12&age=13&age=14&age=15&age=16&age=17&age=Adult&age=Senior&primarycode=17680-479AB&keyword=&keywordoption=Match+One&showwithavailable=No&spotsavailable=&beginyear=&instructor=&dayoption=All&display=Detail&module=AR&multiselectlist_value=&arwebsearch_buttonsearch=yes)** (summer registration opens 5/13 for residents & 5/20 for non-residents). Activity Code: 17680-479B Classes may be canceled due to inclement weather or wet grounds. Call 301-927-0822 for weather-related cancellations. For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com

**THE POWER OF THE SUBCONSCIOUS OVER YOU** You are welcome to arrive 15 minutes early for refreshments! At the lecture "The Power of the Subconscious", the speaker will clearly and understandably explain topics such as: What is the exact definition of the Subconscious Mind? How does it inflict unwanted feelings and anxiety in you? What determines how much pressure it exerts on a person? What exactly is the goal of the subconscious? This is not just a lecture where you sit quietly and listen. It's interactive and LIVE, so you can ask questions at any time. And the most important topic: **HOW DO YOU TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR SUBCOUNSCIOUS?** **Attend and find out.** This group is sponsored by the Dianetics Life Improvement Center

Does your past affecting all parts of your life? Can you do do anything about it? In this meeting, you will learn about a tool to help you let go of your past, so the painful memories and anxiety will no long affect your relationships and life. It's hard to have a happy, worry free life when your mind is playing tricks on you. Come to this meetup and learn how to free yourself from your past trauma. Refreshments will be served. Call to reserve your seat 202-797-9826. This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement information center in Washington, DC.

DISTANCE CLEARING SESSION: Developing Your Intuitive/Energy Skills Contents: Clearings, empath work, meditation, learning and enhancing energy work skills for working on self and others For further information, please contact Madhu 301-760-7491, info@stress-reliefcenter.com

Join us for an eye opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way. You'll gain insights into: \*The true definition of the subconscious \*How it generates unwanted emotions \*Its real real purpose and function \*What determines the pressure it exerts on you But this isn't just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It's interactive and engaging--you can ask any questions at any time. Refreshments will be served. Call to reserve your seat 202-797-9826. Sponsored by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Washington ##

Join us for FREE classes in the beautiful outdoors throughout Prince George’s County! Learn basic moves to strengthen your body, increase flexibility, and free your mind. Ages 13 & up. **[Register here](https://mdpgparksweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?Action=Start&SubAction=&_csrf_token=Hp0M0E6T0I712L473B2Q2N4F5J5R6M5E035L4X6O6I04705R6O5S045J4M526G6A5S5Q5J6K1I5P4S6E550O5G4I6F511L4L63505I095R4M6N671F545U6H6A735O3L6M&age=0.25&age=0.5&age=0.75&age=1&age=2&age=3&age=4&age=5&age=6&age=7&age=8&age=9&age=10&age=11&age=12&age=13&age=14&age=15&age=16&age=17&age=Adult&age=Senior&primarycode=17680-479F&keyword=&keywordoption=Match+One&showwithavailable=No&spotsavailable=&beginyear=&instructor=&dayoption=All&display=Detail&module=AR&multiselectlist_value=&arwebsearch_buttonsearch=yes)** (summer registration opens 5/13 for residents & 5/20 for non-residents). Activity Code: 17680-479F Classes may be canceled due to inclement weather or wet grounds. Call 301-927-0822 for weather-related cancellations. For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com

Explore how authenticity restores energy, self-acceptance strengthens relationships, and inner honesty becomes a path back to peace. Many people today are not just stressed; they are tired of pretending. Tired of keeping up, looking okay, staying productive, being positive, managing expectations, and quietly carrying emotional pressure. Current mental health polling shows many Americans are anxious about personal finances, uncertainty about the future, and current events, while the American Psychological Association’s recent stress report frames this moment as a “crisis of connection.” This workshop creates a safe and reflective space to explore the difference between the self we perform for the world and the self we are longing to return to. We will examine where we feel pressure to prove, please, compare, or constantly produce, and how to gently release those patterns. Together, we will explore how authenticity restores energy, how self-acceptance strengthens relationships, and how inner honesty can become a path back to peace. You will leave with a clearer understanding of where you may be emotionally overextending yourself, simple practices for returning to the authentic self, and renewed permission to live with more honesty, ease, and inner freedom. **FREE EVENT - Registration Required** *Support the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museum with your tax-deductible contribution.* **Sat Jul 11th 1:00pm - 2:30pm (EDT)** **Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museum - Maryland** 9525 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Join us for FREE classes in the beautiful outdoors throughout Prince George’s County! Learn basic moves to strengthen your body, increase flexibility, and free your mind. Ages 13 & up. **[Register here ](google.com/url?q=https://mdpgparksweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?Action%3DStart%26SubAction%3D%26_csrf_token%3DHp0M0E6T0I712L473B2Q2N4F5J5R6M5E035L4X6O6I04705R6O5S045J4M526G6A5S5Q5J6K1I5P4S6E550O5G4I6F511L4L63505I095R4M6N671F545U6H6A735O3L6M%26age%3D0.25%26age%3D0.5%26age%3D0.75%26age%3D1%26age%3D2%26age%3D3%26age%3D4%26age%3D5%26age%3D6%26age%3D7%26age%3D8%26age%3D9%26age%3D10%26age%3D11%26age%3D12%26age%3D13%26age%3D14%26age%3D15%26age%3D16%26age%3D17%26age%3DAdult%26age%3DSenior%26primarycode%3D17680-479E%26keyword%3D%26keywordoption%3DMatch%2BOne%26showwithavailable%3DNo%26spotsavailable%3D%26beginyear%3D%26instructor%3D%26dayoption%3DAll%26display%3DDetail%26module%3DAR%26multiselectlist_value%3D%26arwebsearch_buttonsearch%3Dyes&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1777646416003691&usg=AOvVaw3LcXJ5QbQbIc2sA6OjX1Hj)**(summer registration opens 5/13 for residents & 5/20 for non-residents). Activity Code: 17680-479E Classes may be canceled due to inclement weather or wet grounds. Call 301-927-0822 for weather-related cancellations. For fastest response to any questions, or for more information, please contact Health and Wellness directly via email wellness@pgparks.com

Meet in the parking lot of the Handy Bikes Service Center. At the start of each ride, we'll go over introductions to have a sense of participants' cycling experience. Over the course of our rides, we'll address the following: group riding dynamics; safety (ABC check & trail hazards); gear shifting; hill climbing; audible and hand communication within the group, with other trail users, and automobile drivers; what to bring on each ride; etc... Bring your questions, water & a snack. When it starts getting dark earlier, we'll need lights as well. Helmets a MUST. If you can, and especially if you've had issues with your bike, come a bit early to have it looked at ahead of the ride. PS - all levels are welcome to join, however, be mindful that if you are an experienced rider, please be prepared to ride at the pace of the newest rider in the group. Each week, depending on who's in attendance, and participants' riding ability/comfort level, we may do skills practice as a group in the parking lot or at the west end of Wheeler Ave. Once everyone is comfortable, we'll go for a ride on local trails and neighborhood streets and finish back at the shop. Happy Pedaling !! \~Maya

**Our true self, Soul, naturally speaks the language of Divine Love. We freely give and receive unconditional respect and regard, and can effortlessly harmonize with all life. However, in the human bodies we inhabit, we often struggle with relationships of all kinds – including those with friends, colleagues, family members, and Spirit Itself.** **How can we best build and maintain balanced and supportive relationships? How can these relationships sustain us as we spiritually unfold and create lives that are filled with greater joy and purpose?** **Please join us for a lively discussion as we explore the great secret of all relationships and how to apply it to our everyday lives.** **All attendees will receive a free copy of the book, “ECK Wisdom on Relationships”, while supplies last.** **A flyer for this event is available for you at:** **[https://eck-va.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Poster-for-July-12th-2026-Grasp-the-Secret-of-All-Relationships-Rev-2c-revised.pdf](https://eck-va.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Poster-for-July-12th-2026-Grasp-the-Secret-of-All-Relationships-Rev-2c-revised.pdf)**

PLEASE CHECK THE ONLINE MEDITATION CALENDAR FOR DETAILS OF THESE MORE THAN 50 SERVICES A WEEK- https://onlinemeditation.yogananda.org/calendar/

All levels of Meditators or welcome. In person or on Facebook Live! There will be instructions and inspiration for new inexperienced meditators. The hosts, meditators and Kriya Yoga initiates for over 50 years, are direct disciples of Yogacharya J. Oliver Black one of Paramahansa Yogananda's most advanced male disciples. He is the founder of Golden Lotus, Inc., which owns & operates 'Song of the Morning' an 800 acre Yoga Retreat Northest of Gaylord, MI on the Pigeon River. Paramahansa Yogananda founded Self Realization Fellowship, headquartered in Los Angeles, CA and is the author of the Spritual Classic, 'Autobiography of a Yogi.'

We are excited to host Guided Meditations on Sundays at 6 pm in our Ashram/Gallery/Home! !! !! Everyone wants to know what kind of God we worship and what kind of meditation we do. We worship the GOD that LOVES US! We understand that god is an energy and it lives in us as us. Our meditations guide others to actually experience that energy! xoxo We don't just talk about peace, love and affection, we experience it :) Also we are a home not a business, so we enjoy building community one friend at a time. We always build in time for people to mingle & develop friendships! xoxo Much Love, Frank Tennyson Namaste, Frank Tennyson http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/f/9/9/600_447824953.jpeg

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) 15 for One Class 20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space. Viva Dance Columbus 2809 Festival Lane Dublin OH 43017

Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel. Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger. Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life. Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.

Join us for our Sunday Meditation Service - !' Or join us on Facebook Live! Our Facebook Page is Golden Lotus Yoga for Spiritual Awareness

Communication is everything in life! You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024