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Abstract Ajit Giani, Baha'i Tradition Suggested donation $10This meditation explores the similarities of prayer and meditation in the Baha’i faith since the former is an expression to the Divine, and the latter is listening to the Divine within each of us. Participants chant prayers in various languages with time in between to meditate and listen to the Divine answer. Ajit Giani is the External Affairs Officer for the Baha’is of Houston, Director at Interfaith Ministries and chair of the...

Abstract Abbas Mahvash and Luke Slott, Baha'i TraditionFor the month of October, the Rothko Chapel presented a meditation in the Baha'i tradition. Led by Abbas Mahvash of the Bahá'í Community of Houston, accompanied by Luke Slott, singer, songwriter and composer from Dublin, Ireland, this session explored a Baha'i perspective on the purpose of religious practice through prayer and meditation. The meditation also addressed individual and community healing after Harvey as a part of the...

Abstract Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D., Bon-Buddhist MeditationLearn about meditation in the ancient Bon-Buddhist tradition of Tibet, and how it can be a "medicine" for our mind-wandering and emotional entanglements. We will also practice simple techniques of "Meditation Precious Pills" for every day life, and bring a focus to the importance of community support.Dr. Alejandro Chaoul is an assistant professor and director of education at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center's Integrative...

Abstract Dr. Alejandro Chaoul, Bon-Buddhist Tradition Suggested donation $10Learn about meditation in the ancient Bon-Buddhist tradition of Tibet, and how it can be a "medicine" for our mind, taking the three pills of stillness of the body, silence of speech and openness of one's heart-mind. Also experience how simple movements of Tibetan Yoga, called Tsa Lung, can help us open our chakras, in particular our heart chakra, and how we can connect to our inner qualities to then share with...

Abstract Alejandro Chaoul, Bon-Buddhist Tradition Suggested donation $10This meditation exposes participants to the power of meditation as medicine for the mind from the Bon-Buddhist perspective. Alejandro Chaoul is an assistant professor and director of education at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center’s Integrative Medicine program, where he conducts research using mind-body techniques with cancer patients, holds group and individual meditation classes, and directs the education initiatives on...

Abstract Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D., Bon-Buddhist MeditationLearn about meditation in the ancient Bon-Buddhist tradition of Tibet, and how it can be a "medicine" for our mind-wandering and emotional entanglements. We will also practice simple techniques of "Meditation Precious Pills" for every day life. Dr. Alejandro Chaoul is an assistant professor and director of education at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center's Integrative Medicine program, where he conducts research using mind-body techniques...

Abstract Debbie Mills, Breath Meditation Suggested donation $10Direct your mind to different chakra points in the body while using mantra, slowly integrating deeper breath awareness. As the practice progresses, the breath will become regulated and synchronized with the mantra. The ultimate focus will be on lengthening the hold after exhalation, cultivating a natural and effortless state of non-grasping in the mind. Debbie Mills has been a practitioner of yoga and massage for over 20...

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Claire Villarreal, Buddhist Tradition Suggested donation $10

Claire will lead a meditation using the breath to calm and center us in the present, then bringing healing energy through the body. Both practices cultivate the ability to be present with ourselves in daily life. The series is co-sponsored by Ligmincha Texas Institute, The Jung Center of Houston, M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, and the Rothko Chapel.

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Lee Coffee