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GATHER - Kirtan & Social

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GATHER ~ Kirtan & Social
Happy Om Yoga Studio 6.30-8PM
On the last Friday of the month

This gathering is an evening of community, sacred sound vibration, mantra chanting, kirtan, and togetherness.

​​The word Mantra is derived from two Sanskrit roots; manas β€˜mind’ and tra meaning β€˜tool’. Mantra can teach the mind to become increasingly absorbed in that which is most essential. The Upanishads tell us that mantras can lead us towards healing, inspiration, transformation & and self-realisation.
"Mantra is a conversation between the self and divinity. All too often we separate ourselves from the divine, forgetting our truest nature. Chanting the names of God/Goddesses guides us back to a space of remembrance, of faith, devotion and love."
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Kirtan - devotional, melodic call and response chanting in Sanskrit.
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Calling upon the sacred sound allows your body and mind to absorb its resonance. Come and elevate yourself into a state of joy, unity, and deep connection.
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What to expect from this offering:
-Vocal warm-up, Indian scale chanting
-Devotional, melodic call-and-response chanting of mantras in Sanskrit (you will learn the mantra pronunciation and meaning)
-Company of fellow human beings and deepening the connection to your self-essence
-Satsang (sat means truth); therefore, sitting in the company of the Truth
- Tea & Homemade treats
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Benefits of Singing + Chanting...why do we do it?
Transformation of the Mind
- Remembrance of Divine; Remembrance of Self
- Purifies thoughts and alters habit patterns
- Calms the mind
- Upliftment of the Emotions
- Purifies our feelings - repeating a mantra with feeling internally short circuits the cascade of negative thoughts and emotions
bringing us back to the present moment
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Physical Benefits of Group Singing
- Regulated breathing - Kirtan as a form of Pranayama (by causing us to
breathe deeply as we sing) -- increases the flow of energy / Prana throughout
the whole system.
- Singing releases endorphins and oxytocin (lessens feelings of depression, loneliness, even physical pain)
- Brain is charged with positive energy
- Soothes, recharges, and strengthens the nervous system, creating relaxation,
releasing stress (lowers cortisol levels in the blood).
- Vagus nerve stimulation
- Social benefits
- Connection to others; strengthen feelings of togetherness, intimacy
- Vulnerability, sympathy

Booking is essential as spaces are limited. Open to absolutely everyone / Β£ 15

A discounted rate is available for this offering if you are unable to pay the full price. Please just email me:
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OM PREM,
Ivana

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