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mr_anderson
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 Posted - Mar 23 2009 : 10:00:41 AM
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Hi guys,
I post this here, because I wonder if more people look at the "Satsang Cafe" regularly than they do "events".
I am trying to form a London (UK) based meditation group.
This is because I'm very interested in finding out what may be set in action when a group of people, with shared intent of spiritual realisation, get together to meditate.
When would we meditate?
It seems to me a good idea to do this at the same time as the AYP global group meditation, so we also fit in with this global collective intent.
Days : Saturday and Sunday
Time : 11.15 am ET USA. / 15.15 pm UK time (moving to 16.15 pm UK time when we are DST adjusted)
What would practises would we do?
Spinal breathing practise followed by deep meditation. If anyone else wanted to add their own practises, that would be fine. But these practises can be performed by both beginners and veterans alike.
Where would we meditate?
Central London.
Options -
a) I think we could plan to go to Hyde Park when the weather is good
b) For practises which are pretty discrete, like SBP and DM, there is a beautiful and quiet church in Mayfair which I go to. It's not an organised thing, but I often just take an hour out of work and go to the church to meditate. All are welcome to sit quietly in churches, and the peace is very conducive to meditation. I personally think its fantastic to revive the use of these wonderful buildings, which have dwindling numbers of churchgoers, as quiet spaces in the city for sincere spiritual practise.
c) I may be buying a small apartment in Bayswater, W2 which is literally just across the road from Hyde Park. If so, we can always use that. But I'm not 100% sure if I'm going to buy now or wait till next year.
Who are you?
My name is Josh. I am 23 years old. I work in Mayfair as professional/consultant raising money from wealthy investors for hedge funds. I am a very sincere spiritual seeker, and have been driven to "god" (please disregard any preconceptions as to the meaning of this label) always since I was young.
How would it take place/what would happen?
Basically each week, I would e-mail everyone who is interested the time of the meditation and where it is taking place. You tell me if you're going to come.
You arrive and we meditate. There is no need for conversation, I'm not so interested in forming a discussion group. In fact it would be nice if we arrive silently, kindly and silently acknowledge one another, and then if we wish leave silently too. Or we can talk aftwerwards if people want to.
What a quiet and beautiful experience, just to arrive and sit peacefully with one another, kindly acknowledge one another with warm and welcoming energy (but no spoken words), and then leave silently to continue our lives.
What this won't be is
a) something anyone is forced to commit to. people can come and go silently as they wish. there will be no pressure on you to come, or to come regularly. you will just be allowed to feel "yes I think I'd like to do that, then I will go today".
b) a discussion group/social convention. I have no interest in applying social conventions where everyone has to tell each other their story, and make banal conversation!! =) If you feel compelled to talk to me, someone else, or I to you, after the meditation, then fine. Otherwise just use your energy to say hello, good bye, and good wishes to us all, instead of your mouth.
I would really greatly love to hear from anyone who interested in taking part in this exciting spiritual experiment.
Thank you and Best wishes |
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NagoyaSea
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Posted - Mar 23 2009 : 12:16:12 PM
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Josh, I wish I could join in, but am too far away. Good thoughts and good plan you have. It sounds like it is going to be a good spiritual growth experience with lovely group energy.
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mr_anderson
USA
734 Posts |
Posted - Mar 23 2009 : 12:59:08 PM
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| Thanks Kathy!! =) |
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Plutom
United Kingdom
5 Posts |
Posted - Oct 21 2012 : 2:45:59 PM
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Hi
I am interested, have you managed to arrange any such meditation sessions? |
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mr_anderson
USA
734 Posts |
Posted - Oct 22 2012 : 7:41:37 PM
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hey Plutom, I live in New York now actually so unfortunately not :-(
I'm waiting to find if the government will renew my VISA to stay in the US, if they don't I'll be back in London and maybe we could do something then,
best,
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Plutom
United Kingdom
5 Posts |
Posted - Nov 01 2012 : 5:29:02 PM
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Sure
I liked u'r idea of group meditation without too much discussions etc
Group meditation is supposed to be very effective in spiritual progress of everyone involved
All the best for Visa
Plutom |
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mathurs
United Kingdom
197 Posts |
Posted - Nov 02 2012 : 1:53:37 PM
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Plutom,
There is a retreat being organised in the UK in December if that is of any interest to you...
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Pheel
China
318 Posts |
Posted - Nov 05 2012 : 09:48:14 AM
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Hi Josh,
Have you moved back to London now? Group practice is awesome, though it might take a while for it to form and grow...it's a great thing to do for you and for others, and enjoy:)
Pheel |
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mr_anderson
USA
734 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2012 : 11:17:32 AM
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hi pheel,
no I originally posted that back in 2009 when I was still in the UK.
I got my VISA, so I remain in the US for now.
Hope you are well man! it's been a long time since I saw you last. :-)
josh |
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Plutom
United Kingdom
5 Posts |
Posted - Nov 09 2012 : 2:23:06 PM
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quote:
Originally posted by mathurs
Plutom,
There is a retreat being organised in the UK in December if that is of any interest to you...
Hi mathuras
Let me know the details but if it means staying away from London then it's difficult
Regards
Plutom
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Shanti
USA
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Posted - Nov 09 2012 : 2:24:42 PM
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quote:
Originally posted by Plutom
quote:
Originally posted by mathurs
Plutom,
There is a retreat being organised in the UK in December if that is of any interest to you...
Hi mathuras
Let me know the details but if it means staying away from London then it's difficult
Regards
Plutom
Plutom,
Here are the details:
http://www.aypsite.org/forum/topic....11794#102505
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Plutom
United Kingdom
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Posted - Dec 17 2015 : 05:47:47 AM
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Finally have managed to have small group for meditation, we meet at each others house on Sunday around 07:00am for 2 sessions of 1 hour with T break in between
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