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Silent Sitting Meditation at Tsogyelgar Dharma Center with Senior Students of Traktung Yeshe Dorje • Sundays, 10-11 a.m. • Sitting meditation is the heart of the Buddhist path. A simple, straightforward encounter with nature and function of one’s mind allows us to discover spaciousness and ease in the midst of all thoughts, feelings, and appearances. Suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced with instruction available upon request. Free with donations requested. Call A-tsal Khandro at 663-3842; a-tsal@tsogyelgar.org.

A Gentle Path with the Goddess Tara at Tsogyelgar Dharma Center with Senior Students of Traktung Yeshe Dorje • First and third Wednesdays of each month, 7:30 p.m. • We will use the books of Pema Chodron and the Tantric meditation on the goddess Tara to discover a way to move through and beyond self-imposed limitations and suffering. By creating an open space of self-acceptance, we can “start where we are” and discover spaciousness within our minds, hearts, and lives. Free with donations requested. Call A-tsal Khandro at 663-3842; a-tsal@tsogyelgar.org.

Meditation Basics for Teens and Adults with Mara Evans through Tree of Life • April 8-June 17, Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. • Experience and learn about the benefits of the meditative state and altered states of consciousness and awareness. Students will experiment with several techniques using color, sound, breath, and depth psychology to discover what is right for you. Tap into your inner wisdom and gain focus and clarity while reducing your stress level. Classes will entail a combination of instruction, discussion, and experiential practice. $12 drop-in or $110 session. Call 433-0697; www.treeoflifestudio.org.

Meditation Day of Practice and Silence with Carol Blotter at Michigan Friends Center in Chelsea • June 1 or Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. • One-day retreats are a great opportunity to enjoy deep meditation and to experience support for our practice. The day includes brief meditation instructions, sitting and walking meditation, a dharma talk, and time for questions. There will be quiet space for those who wish only a day of silence. $30 donation is appreciate; this is a fundraiser for Michigan Friends Center and Deep Spring Dharma Center. Contact cb.voices@gmail.com.

Fundamentals of Meditation: Practice and Discussion with Cristo Bowers • Thursdays, 7 p.m. • Learn the fundamentals of meditation through practice and discussion. Class will open and close with fieften minutes of spiritual discussion. Meditation will consist of 30-45 minutes of practice. By donation. Call Body-Mind-Spirit Wellness Center at 945-8602; staff@BMSWC.com.

Vipassana and Opening the Heart: A Meditation Retreat with Barbara Brodsky, John Orr, Ann Barden, and Aaron of Deep Spring • June 20-27 or June 20-23 (4-day option) in Brighton • Along with vipassana (insight meditation), we will work with the practices of lovingkindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity. The retreat will be held in noble silence, with instructions for beginning and advance meditators, evening talks, and optional group meetings and private interviews with the teachers. Mindfulness throughout the day will be the intention. The meditations derive from Buddhist traditions, but no special religious beliefs are necessary to their practice. $415 for the full week or $245 for four days. Tenting is an option. For times, call Pat Shalis at 996-3743; www.deepspring.org.

Insight Meditation and the Practice of Happiness with David Lawson, Frank Levey, and Lisa Zucker of Deep Spring through Ann Arbor Rec & Ed • Thursdays, July 10-Aug. 28; 7-9 p.m. • This class provides instruction in the ancient method of insight meditation as well as powerful support practices that lead the heart to happiness. Insight meditation is a profound practice of moment-to-moment awareness of mind/body processes as a path to freedom. As we begin to free ourselves from habitual patterns that have caused our suffering, we start to experience the open, radiant heart that has always been with us but has often gone unnoticed. For all levels of experience. $79 or $95 outside Ann Arbor school district. Call 477-5848; info@deepspring.org.

Introduction to Vipassana Meditation Half-Day Workshop with Frank Levey, Lou Weir or Ann Barden of Deep Spring • May 10 or July 12, 9 a.m.-Noon • An introduction to insight meditation with no experience necessary. This program provides an excellent opportunity to find out what Vipassana is all about and experience the practice firsthand. The workshop is oriented to beginners and also recommended for meditators who would like a refresher in practice fundamentals. Wear comfortable clothes. Cushion and chairs provided. $20 per session with opportunity to offer donation to teacher. To find out what teachers are teaching which day, call 477-5848; info@deepspring.org.

Sunday Morning Group Meditation with Susan Weir and Other Deep Spring Teachers • Sundays, 10-11:30 a.m. • Sunday morning sitting with insight meditation from 10-11 a.m., followed by mindful sharing. By donation. Call 477-5848; info@deepspring.org.

Tuesday Morning Group Meditation with Bilha Rivlin of Deep Spring • Tuesdays, 6:30-7:15 a.m. • Sitting meditation to start the day. Please enter and depart in silence. Instruction is not provided. By donation. Call 477-5848; info@deepspring.org.

Deepening Practice with Barbara Brodsky of Deep Spring • June 4 and 11, 7-9:30 p.m. • A two-week class to encourage and deepen practice before the summer and/or Deep Spring’s June retreat. Together, we’ll look at the practice and ask, “What will support and deepen my present practice?” Open to anyone who has taken an introductory insight meditation class. $14 building fee with opportunity to offer donation to teacher. Call 477-5848; www.deepspring.org.

Meditation Foundation Class at Self Realization Meditation Healing Centre in Bath • June 22, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • Conquer stress, improve concentration, find inner peace. Of value in all walks of life, meditation foundation training, which includes the meditative peace breath, helps you be in charge of how you feel physically, mentally, and emotionally. It takes only an hour to learn and a few minutes of practice each day. Stay the night before or after and make it a retreat. $40 includes refreshments. Call 517-641-6201; SRMHCMichigan@CS.com.

Pure Meditation Course including Raja~Kriya Yoga with Self Realization Meditation Healing Centre • May 25-31 or Aug. 10-16, 9:45 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday • Do you yearn for true peace in your mind and joy of spirit? Pure Meditation will give you the tools to relax, focus, and regain mastery of your mind to ease away the layers of ego, revealing your true self, lasting joy, and so much more! With Mata Yogananda Mahasaya Dharma to bless and guide you, and her teachers here to help, you CAN do it. $495 includes lunches and refreshments or $765 also includes lodging and all meals. Call 517-641-6201; SRMHCMichigan@CS.com.

Guided Meditation from the Yoga and Tantra Tradition for Beginner through Advanced with Ema Stefanova of Ann Arbor Yoga and Meditation • Sundays 10-11 a.m. and 6-7 p.m., Wednesdays 9-10 a.m. • Learn meditation, relaxation, and concentration suitable for your own temperament. Become stress resistant and expand your consciousness. For cost, call 665-7801; www.yogaandmeditation.com.

Three-Hour Meditation with Song of the Morning • May 17, June 21, July 5 • These transformative meditations often produce lasting effects that deepen inner awareness. Plan to stay for the entire three hours but, if you need to, arrive late or leave early directly on the hour (at 2:00 or 3:00). Free. For times, call 989-983-4107; office@goldenlotus.org.

Meditation and Chanting with Siddha Yoga Meditation Center of Ann Arbor • Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. • Join us for an evening of Siddha Yoga meditation and chanting. No charge for programs. Call 747-7116; SYMCannarbor@gmail.com.

Introduction to Meditation Techniques with Wasentha Young • June 14, 1-4 p.m. • Students participating in this introductory session will learn the fundamental techniques used in the Buddhist and Taoist styles of meditation, such as sitting, standing, walking, pondering, visualization, focusing, moving, and guided meditation. Weather permissible, portions of the class will be held outside. $50. Call Peaceful Dragon School at 741-0695; www.peacefuldragonschool.com.

Intensive Meditation with Lighthouse Center • First and third Friday of each month, 7-10 p.m. • Mantra meditation, 20 minutes on each of the seven chakra centers. By love offering. Call Prachi at 734-449-4381; thielp17@yahoo.com.

Learn to Meditate with Nirmala Nancy Hanke of Lighthouse Center • May 30, June 27, July 25, Aug. 29 • Introduction to mantra meditation in the Jain tradition, with meditation and empowerment. $35 or $15 to repeat. For times, call Prachi at 734-449-4381; thielp17@yahoo.com.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation with Ruchi Bhatnagar • Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. • Sahaja Yoga is a meditation technique involving the awakening of the Kundalini energy, chakra cleansing, and balancing. Free. Call 369-2465; www.michiganyoga.org.

Art of Living, Part One -- A Five-Day Course with Deepika • June 6-10; Weekdays 6:30-9:30 p.m. and Weekend 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • This course increases participants’ health, energy, inner peace, and awareness through a unique program teaching breathing practices, practical wisdom, and stress relief. This course is built around an ancient technique called Sudarshan Kriya. $375, or $200 for students and seniors. Call Satish at 480-414-3442 or Aditi at 813-404-0003; detroit@us.artofliving.org.