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Dear Meditator,
The topic that came up at the Monday night meeting last weeks was…humour!
The discussion revolved around the natural tendency as one becomes more conscious or enlightened to see the lighter side of life, to see the playfulness of all things and to be willing to lend oneself to all situations and not be too serious.
Seriousness quickly becomes “unattractive” and by that I mean it has a repelling effect. People generally do not wish for greater levels of “seriousness” in their lives and relationships – they wish for greater shared experience of joy!
Being earnest at times is required of course but a general tendency towards looking towards the brighter side of life (thank you Monty Python – I am going to have that song in my head all week now!) is always a welcome worldview.
This does not need to be a mood made experience, it comes from greater contact with inner bliss – Meditators often report they feel the sides of their mouth turning upwards into a smile when they meditate, or even feel like laughing sometimes as the mind heads towards and touches on the bliss state!
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, my teacher Thom Knoles’ teacher was often referred to as “The Giggling Guru” for good reason – he was always naturally inclined towards seeing the playful nature in all things and if you have every heard Maharishi laugh it was incredibly infections – bliss has a tendency of being so!
So another good reason to sit twice a day to meditate and to continue to deepen your meditation experiences (see below for upcoming opportunities to do so).
Enjoy the Wisdom
and Continue to Radiate Life for ALL to Enjoy!
Jai Guru Deva
Tim
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Profile ~ Nick Tobias
Husband, father & architect
"I learnt Transcendental Meditation about twenty years ago, when I was fifteen. Although I have only been a twice-a-day meditator for about 12 of all of those years, the practice has always been there, underpinning everything I do. Today I am a happy husband, and father of two tiny children. I run an architecture practice in Paddington with seventeen staff; I sail and ski and travel and regularly entertain friends. Life is nothing short of dynamic and full.
By practising TM regularly and consistently, twenty minutes twice a day means that the everyday chaos of life becomes playful and I can take pleasure from everything I do. The feeling of being ‘snowed under’ and ’stressed out’ evaporates and I feel calm and in control. This positively affects my relationship with my wife and children, work colleagues, and friends.
With regular meditation, I find I can see the charming aspect of most situations, and put things in the context of the 'big picture'. I make better decisions that keep things evolving in a creative direction, and I becomes more adaptable and discerning -- an important skill for any architect!"
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Facebook Page - "Like" us!
We've recently launched our Facebook Page - Tim Brown Meditation Teacher.
We will post regular updates and information to this page, so if you use Facebook, feel free to "Like" the page and you'll receive all of our news.
Group Advanced Technique Course
24th & 25th August
If you have been meditating regularly for a your or more and are feeling like your meditation practice needs a bit of a lift, then you may benefit from undertaking an Advanced Technique course.
See the website for more details.
Note: There has been a re-structure to the AT course fees which you are bound to like!
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New Programme - Private one-day rounding retreat
We are delighted to offer this new programme.
The private one-day rounding programme will allow you to experience the benefits of an intensive rounding programme in a safe environment without the need to set aside a full weekend to do so.
The programme is conducted from 9.30am - 5.00pm on a day that suits you, and includes private instruction in the yoga asana sequence, lunch - catered for by Flat White Cafe - and personal mentoring time with Tim.
To book your one-day retreat, contact us via email.
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Introductory Talks - August
Mon 9th, 6.00pm
Fri 13th, 11.15am
Mon 16th, 6.00pm
Fri 20th, 11.15am
Mon 23rd, 6.00pm
Fri 27th, 11.15am
Mon 30th, 6.00pm
Register via email to attend one of these Introductory Talks.
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Ayurveda ~ How to balance Kapha
Kapha is represented by the elements of earth and water, it provides lubrication and structure to the cells and tissues of the body. Kapha’s basic qualities include being slow-moving, cold in temperature, heavy in weight, wet to the touch and sweet-tasting.
Late winter and early spring are often times that aggravate Kapha. Try this easy recipe to help maintain balance.
A recipe suggestion, with thanks to Tim Mitchell, our ayurvedic chef extraordinaire
Sweetcorn & English Spinach Vegetable Subji
2 tbsp ghee
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp ginger, grated
½ tsp fennel seeds
1 red capsicum sliced
2-3 cobs corn sliced in rounds
½ tsp garam masala
1 tsp sweet chilli sauce
½ tsp tumeric
bunch English spinach or baby spinach
Heat ghee in a pan, add spices and fry gently. When slightly browned and fragrant, add capsicum and soften.
Add corn and spice powders with a dash of water.
Cover and cook until tender, five – ten minutes. When soft, toss spinach through, take off the heat and cover for a few minutes until wilted.
Serve with lentils and rice.
Tim Mitchell offers regular ayurvedic cooking classes, for more information visit Tim's website, www.yogaofthekitchen.com.
For more tips on foods to assist with keeping Kapha in balance, see the website.
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