Upassana Meditation Sits
Interim Sits to Support Practice
May to September 2024
Program Descripton
Upassana is a beautiful concept in the Yogic teachings, signifying the act of drawing closer to the divine through dedicated practices, devotion, and introspection. Upassana literally translates to "sitting near" or "dwelling near." It signifies the act of approaching or drawing closer to a deity, a higher power, or a spiritual idea. In Buddhism, the Sattipatthana Sutta also emphasizes the four upassanās of practice.
The Upassana meditation sits are only available to those who have attended the Nourishing Your Ground Immersion (NYG). The Alchemy of Emotions program will start on October 19th, 2024 with a prep session on October 12th (edit: old date given was September 28th, 2024). In order to receive the alchemy of emotions teachings, it is important that the foundations (as taught in the NYG immersion) are strong. The NYG practices will help the Vayus flow more coherently and make the body a stronger and more grounded vessel to systematically advance on this path.
Hence, the Upassana sessions are created:
to support you - to bolster your practice
to help you stay connected with the energy of these teachings by offering you regular touch-points
to help you receive the nourishment of group energy by practicing together in community
to answer your questions as they arise over the coming months
offer nuanced guidance as you refine your understanding of these practices
These sessions will be similar in format to the ‘daily sits’ (offered in the 21-day container of the Nourishing Your Ground Immersion). Occasionally, Anuttara Lakshmin Nath will attend the sits - and offer Q&A or teachings - after the first 35 minutes of meditation is over. We will also offer the Sacred Dances practice at least once during these sessions. Some of the Sahaja Fluid Body meditation will also include music.
Please note:
At least four sessions will include Q&A or teachings with Anuttara so please plan for one hour on those dates. We will email before one week to give you prior notice.
These sessions will not be recorded.
Dates and Time
Below are Pacific Times:
May 1st, Wednesday, 7:30am to 8:05am PDT
May 23rd, Thursday, 6.00pm to 6:35pm PDT
June 5th, 2024, Wednesday, 6.00pm to 6:35pm PDT
June 21, 2024, Friday, 7:30am to 8:05am PDT
July 5th, 2024, Friday, 6.00pm to 6:35pm PDT
July 20, 2024, Saturday, 8:30am to 9:05am PDT
August 6, 2024, Tuesday, 7:30am to 8:05am PDT
August 19, 2024, Monday, 6.00pm to 6:35pm PDT
September 2, 2024, Monday, 7:30am to 8:05am PDT
September 17, 2024, Tuesday, 6.00pm to 6:35pm PDT
October 1st, 2024, Tuesday, 7:30am to 8:05am PDT
Time Zone Converter: https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html
Sliding Scale Fees
It is our hope that these priceless spiritual jewels will be accessible to all. The payment structure is based on an ‘honor system'. Therefore, it is important that you consider the scale with care and conscientiousness. Please take an honest look at your own financial position and pay at the highest level of the sliding scale that you can afford. This helps support us for the amount of time, hard work and commitment it takes to hold these sessions.
Please be sure to Register in order to receive the zoom link:
STEP 1) Fill this form: https://www.sahajayana.com/registration-upassana
STEP 2) Make payment using one of the options mentioned in the sliding scale below.
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The actual cost of the Upassana Interim Sessions is $120 (for all 10 sessions). In order to complete your registration please fill the form and finish making the payment.
Payment method options:1) Most preferred method: Zelle
Please use email address: nirali@shvaas.org. Make sure to add first name, last name, email address and ‘Upassana 2024’ in the notes section of Zelle.2) Second most preferred: Venmo
Please use this link: https://venmo.com/Nirali-Shah-3 Make sure to add first name, last name, email address and ‘Upassana 2024’ in the notes section of Venmo.3) Credit card Payment (this option will add a 3% transaction fee):
https://www.sahajayana.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=65c043aa406aab28f5f83295 (Write $120 in the “OTHER AMOUNT” option of the CONTRIBUTIONS SECTION) -
The Benefactor Scale is $120 to $275. ( (for all 10 sessions). Your generosity supports us in keeping our programs highly accessible to low income groups.
In order to complete your registration please fill the form and finish making the payment.Payment method options:
1) Most preferred method: Zelle
Please use email address: nirali@shvaas.org. Make sure to add first name, last name, email address and ‘Upassana 2024’ in the notes section of Zelle.
2) Second most preferred: Venmo
Please use this link: https://venmo.com/Nirali-Shah-3 Make sure to add first name, last name, email address and ‘Upassana 2024’ in the notes section of Venmo.
3) Credit card Payment (this option will add a 3% transaction fee):
https://www.sahajayana.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=65c043aa406aab28f5f83295 (Write any amount in the “OTHER AMOUNT” option of the CONTRIBUTIONS SECTION) -
You may pay anywhere between $1 to $120 (for all 10 sessions). The difference will be covered by people who pay the Benefactor Scale or by us.
In order to complete your registration please fill the form and finish making the payment.Payment method options:
1) Most preferred method: Zelle
Please use email address: nirali@shvaas.org. Make sure to add first name, last name, email address and ‘Upassana 2024’ in the notes section of Zelle.
2) Second most preferred: VenmoPlease use this link: https://venmo.com/Nirali-Shah-3 Make sure to add first name, last name, email address and ‘Upassana 2024’ in the notes section of Venmo
3) Credit card Payment (this option will add a 3% transaction fee): https://www.sahajayana.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=65c043aa406aab28f5f83295 (Write any amount in the “OTHER AMOUNT” option of the CONTRIBUTIONS SECTION)
Please note: We kindly remind all participants that attendance to teachings or sessions are by invitation only. We maintain the autonomy to decline offering teachings to individuals as needed, at any time.
