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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and via Zoom : "Meditation and Music" A viewing of a prerecorded talk by Rolf Sovik (February 19\, 1978) -  July 2\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nThursday Satsang In Person and via Zoom\nJuly 2\, 2026\n“Meditation and Music”\nA viewing of a prerecorded talk by Rolf Sovik (February 19\, 1978)\n7:00-8:30 p.m. CT\n\n	\n\n\nNew start time\, 6:00-7:00 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Yoga with Michael Snodgrass\n7:00-7:15 p.m.: Guided Meditation\n7:15-8:30 p.m.: “Meditation and Music”\nA viewing of a prerecorded talk by Rolf Sovik  (February 19\, 1978)\n8:35 p.m.: Evening Chants\n8:40 p.m. Tea\n\n	\n\n\nIn this compelling talk\, recorded in 1978\, Rolf Sovik\, a lead teacher and administrator of the Meditation Center at that time\, spoke on Nada Yoga\, the yoga of sacred sound. \nIn this talk Rolf guides students through the subtle body using breath awareness and the So-ham mantra. \nIn this practice\, with the changes of pitch and subtle vibrations\, the body becomes an inner instrument for sound and music. \nRolf also talks about the origin of scale notation in Western music (circa 1025) coming originally from a prayer/hymn to St. John the Baptist\, whereas in other cultures\, such as India\, different musical scales are used\, with more pitches\, based on a musician’s inner experience. \nSee Swami Rama’s description of subtle sounds in PATH OF FIRE AND LIGHT: ADVANCED PRACTICES OF YOGA (1996)\, pp. 106-108 and pp. 132-133. \nBoth Swami Rama and Swami Veda have taught Baka Mudra\, where subtle sounds can be heard. Swami Rama wrote\, “Anahata nada is the celestial sound heard by the mental ear of a yogi” and it is “the very basis of all music practiced and played all over the world. In all the music of the world\, there are only seven key notes. The Sama Veda explains extensively the origin of music and its effect on the minds and hearts of the sadhakas. It is said that music also could lead the aspirant to a state of ecstasy and samadhi\, but such musicians are rare\, and they devote their whole lives to practicing music as the only method for attaining samadhi.” See Swami Rama’s CHOOSING A PATH (1982)\, pp. 172-173.) \n\n	\n\n\nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. Or donate through PayPal. \nThere is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot across the street from the Center. \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-meditation-and-music-a-viewing-of-a-prerecorded-talk-by-rolf-sovik-february-19-1978-july-2-2026/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and via Zoom : "Experiences of Group Sadhana at June Mount Shasta Retreat In California" - July 9\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nThursday Satsang In Person and via Zoom\nJuly 9\, 2026\n“Experiences of Group Sadhana at a June Mount Shasta Retreat In California”\n7:00-8:30 p.m. CT\n\n	\n\n\nNew start time\, 6:00-7:00 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Yoga\n7:00-7:15 p.m.: Guided Meditation\n7:15-8:30 p.m.: “Experiences of Group Sadhana at a Mount Shasta Retreat In California”\n8:35 p.m.: Evening Chants\n8:40 p.m. Tea & Conversation\n\n	\n\n\nDetails to come. \n\n	\n\n\nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. Or donate through PayPal. \nThere is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot across the street from the Center. \n\nSources/Usage: Public Domain.\n\nLenticular clouds over Mount Shasta in July 2024. USGS photo by Andrew Calvert.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-experiences-of-group-sadhana-at-june-mount-shasta-retreat-in-california-july-9-2026/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T203000
DTSTAMP:20260723T182549Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and via Zoom : "Waterfalls\, Sound\, Movement\, Music\, Meaning\, and Yoga" Viewing of a prerecorded talk by Rolf Sovik\, 08/25/1977 - July 23\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nThursday Satsang In Person and via Zoom\nJuly 23\, 2026\n“Waterfalls\, Sound\, Movement\, Music\, Meaning\, and Yoga”\nViewing of a prerecorded talk by Rolf Sovik\, 08/25/1977\n7:00-8:30 p.m. CT\n\n	\n\n\nCancelled 6:00-7:00 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Yoga\n7:00-7:15 p.m.: Guided Meditation with Paul Emerson\n7:15-8:30 p.m.: “Waterfalls\, Sound\, Movement\, Music\, Meaning\, and Yoga”\nViewing of a prerecorded talk by Rolf Sovik\, 08/25/1977\n8:35 p.m.: Evening Chants\n8:45 p.m.: Recording of the “Guru Gita” – the 3rd evening of recitation\nUse the link for Thursday Satsang to join.\n\n	\n\n\nIn this talk recorded on August 25\, 1977\, Rolf Sovik (1947–2026) spoke on the relationship between meaning\, movement\, sound\, music\, and yoga. \nSee Swami Rama’s description of subtle sounds in PATH OF FIRE AND LIGHT: ADVANCED PRACTICES OF YOGA (1996)\, pp. 106-108 and pp. 132-133. \nBoth Swami Rama and Swami Veda have taught Baka Mudra\, where subtle sounds can be heard. Swami Rama wrote\, “Anahata nada is the celestial sound heard by the mental ear of a yogi” and it is “the very basis of all music practiced and played all over the world. In all the music of the world\, there are only seven key notes. The Sama Veda explains extensively the origin of music and its effect on the minds and hearts of the sadhakas. It is said that music also could lead the aspirant to a state of ecstasy and samadhi\, but such musicians are rare\, and they devote their whole lives to practicing music as the only method for attaining samadhi.” See Swami Rama’s CHOOSING A PATH (1982)\, pp. 172-173.) \n\n	\n\n\nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. Or donate through PayPal. \nThere is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot across the street from the Center. \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-waterfalls-sound-movement-music-meaning-and-yoga-viewing-of-a-prerecorded-talk-by-rolf-sovik-08-25-1977-july-23-2026/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T203000
DTSTAMP:20260801T171611Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and Via Zoom : “Ahamkara: The ‘I’ Maker” with Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. - August 6\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThursday Satsang in Person and Via Zoom – August 6\, 2026\n“Ahamkara: The ‘I’ Maker”\nwith Gary Gran\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nn5:30-6:45 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Yoga  –  Rodney Huff (Rajni) \n7:00-7:30 p.m. Meditation Guided by Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. \n7:30-8:30 p.m. “Ahamkara: The ‘I’ Maker” with Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. \n8:30 p.m.: Evening Chants \n8:40 p.m. Snacks \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]. \nWho is the I maker? What is it that defines me as a separate being? Is this the same as ego? Is this our self-image? How is the self-image created? What is the importance of our self-image in the world? What is the importance of ego in maintaining health? What is the importance of ego for those on the spiritual path? How am I to work with my own ego? Who am I anyway? \nI have a physical form\, but I’m not just a physical form. I am also a breathing being… \nAll of these types of questions are considered under the term Ahamkara\, which translates directly as the ‘I-maker’ or ‘I-creator’. It is a Sanskrit term that is used extensively in various Eastern philosophies and sciences. \n  \n“The ego is very useful in helping you to function in the world\,  but it’s not very useful as far as deeper happiness is concerned.  The ego is that which separates you from the Reality\,  from the Truth\,  from the ultimate Source.” \n~ Swami Rama~ \nIn this talk\, we’ll reflect on the views from various sources including yoga and ayurveda\, consider the methods of working with ahamkara\, and listen deeply to the teachings passed down to us from our teachers in the Himalayan tradition. \nAll are welcome. \n“Ask yourself who is it that says I?”  \n \n  \nGary Gran\, CYT\, DAy. Gary and his wife Cynthia have been treading the Himalayan path since the late 1970s. They met at the old Glenview Center in Illinois and have served the tradition in various capacities over the years. They are both certified yoga teachers and Ayurvedic educators. They have published more than eighty articles on yoga\, meditation and Ayurveda. They are currently in summer residence in Minneapolis \n  \nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. Or donate through PayPal. \nThere is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot \nacross the street from the Center. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-ahamkara-the-i-maker-with-gary-gran-cyt-day-august-6-2026/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260819T223739Z
CREATED:20260819T223706Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and Via Zoom : “Ahamkara: The ‘I’ Maker- Part II” with Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. - August 13\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThursday Satsang in Person and Via Zoom – August 13\, 2026\n“Ahamkara: The ‘I’ Maker – Part  II”\nwith Gary Gran\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nn5:30-6:45 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Yoga  –  Michael Snodgrass \n7:00-7:30 p.m. Meditation Guided by Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. \n7:30-8:30 p.m. “Ahamkara: The ‘I’ Maker” with Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. \n8:30 p.m.: Evening Chants \n8:40 p.m. Snacks \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]. \nWho is the I maker? What is it that defines me as a separate being? Is this the same as ego? Is this our self-image? How is the self-image created? What is the importance of our self-image in the world? What is the importance of ego in maintaining health? What is the importance of ego for those on the spiritual path? How am I to work with my own ego? Who am I anyway? \nI have a physical form\, but I’m not just a physical form. I am also a breathing being… \nAll of these types of questions are considered under the term Ahamkara\, which translates directly as the ‘I-maker’ or ‘I-creator’. It is a Sanskrit term that is used extensively in various Eastern philosophies and sciences. \n  \n“The ego is very useful in helping you to function in the world\,  but it’s not very useful as far as deeper happiness is concerned.  The ego is that which separates you from the Reality\,  from the Truth\,  from the ultimate Source.” \n~ Swami Rama~ \nIn this talk\, we’ll reflect on the views from various sources including yoga and ayurveda\, consider the methods of working with ahamkara\, and listen deeply to the teachings passed down to us from our teachers in the Himalayan tradition. \nAll are welcome. \n“Ask yourself who is it that says I?”  \n \n  \nGary Gran\, CYT\, DAy. Gary and his wife Cynthia have been treading the Himalayan path since the late 1970s. They met at the old Glenview Center in Illinois and have served the tradition in various capacities over the years. They are both certified yoga teachers and Ayurvedic educators. They have published more than eighty articles on yoga\, meditation and Ayurveda. They are currently in summer residence in Minneapolis \n  \nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. Or donate through PayPal. \nThere is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot \nacross the street from the Center. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-ahamkara-the-i-maker-part-ii-with-gary-gran-cyt-day-august-13-2026/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T203000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and via Zoom : "Deepening Sādhana with Gāyatrī" with Stephen Parker (Stoma) Psy.D.\, E-RYT 500 - August 20\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nThursday Satsang In Person and via Zoom\nAugust 20\, 2026\n“Deepening Sādhana with Gāyatrī”\nStephen Parker (Stoma) PsyD\, E-RYT500\n7:00-8:30 p.m. CT\n\n	\n\n\nNew start time\, 6:00-7:00 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Yoga with Rodney Huff (Rajni)\n7:00-7:30 p.m.: Guided Meditation with Dr. Stephen Parker (Stoma)\n7:30-8:30 p.m.: “Deepening Sādhana with Gāyatrī” w/Stephen Parker (Stoma) PsyD\, E-RYT 500\n8:35 p.m.: Evening Chants\n8:40 p.m. Tea and Conversation\n \nGayatri Japa\n\n	\n\n\nJoin Stoma on Thursday evening\, August 20th\,  for a presentation discussing the Gayatri mantra as a vehicle for deepening our sādhana. \n\n	\n\n\nStephen Parker (Stoma) was initiated in the Himalayan Yoga tradition by Swami Veda Bharati and was given the initiate name Stoma in 1971. Among the first teachers certified by the Himalayan International Teachers’ Association\, H.I.T.A.\, he began teaching hatha-yoga in 1974. Stoma is a Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500-hour level of the Yoga Alliance (E-RYT 500). A member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists\, he serves on the faculties of the Meditation Center in Minneapolis and the Sadhanamandir and Sadhaka Gram ashrams in Rishikesh\, India.\nHe is also a senior faculty member of the Himalayan Yoga Tradition Teachers’ Training Program. He has lectured on yoga\, meditation\, and spiritual practice in the U.S. and Canada as well as in Caribbean countries\, Holland\, Italy\, Austria\, Hungary\, South Africa\, Korea\, Hong Kong\, and India. In 2004 he helped originate and teach the first course on yoga in an American medical school at the University of Minnesota Academic Medical Center. In 2007 he received took preliminary vows of renunciation from Swami Veda and the Shankaracharya of Karvirapitha. \nStoma has been a licensed psychologist in private practice in St. Paul\, MN since 1985. He also served as Adjunct Assistant School Professor of Counseling and Psychological Services at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Graduate School of Professional Psychology at the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis\, MN. He has taught on the faculty of the Introductory Workshops of the Minnesota Society of Clinical Hypnosis. In addition to authoring journal articles and book chapters\, Dr. Parker edited volume two of Swami Veda’s definitive scholarly work on the “Yoga-sutras of Patanjali” and he has been a peer review editor for the “Journal of Men’s Studies\,” the “American Journal of Orthopsychiatry\,” and the “International Journal of Yoga Therapy.” \n  \nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. \nOr donate here through PayPal \nThere is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot across the street from the Center. \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-deepening-sadhana-with-gayatri-with-stephen-parker-stoma-psy-d-e-ryt-500-august-20-2026/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T203000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang In Person and Via Zoom : “The Mahat” with Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. - September 3\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThursday Satsang in Person and Via Zoom – September 3\, 2026\n“The Mahat”\nwith Gary Gran\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nn5:30-6:45 p.m.: In-Person Gentle Yoga   \n7:00-7:30 p.m. Meditation Guided by Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. \n7:30-8:30 p.m. “ The Mahat” with Gary Gran CYT\, DAy. \n8:30 p.m.: Evening Chants \n8:40 p.m. Snacks \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]. \nWho is the The Mahat? \nAll are welcome. \n“Ask yourself who is it that says I?”  \n \n  \nGary Gran\, CYT\, DAy. Gary and his wife Cynthia have been treading the Himalayan path since the late 1970s. They met at the old Glenview Center in Illinois and have served the tradition in various capacities over the years. They are both certified yoga teachers and Ayurvedic educators. They have published more than eighty articles on yoga\, meditation and Ayurveda. They are currently in summer residence in Minneapolis \n  \nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate here or make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. Or donate through PayPal. \nThere is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot \nacross the street from the Center. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-in-person-and-via-zoom-the-mahat-with-gary-gran-cyt-day-september-3-2026/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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