Spiritual Meditation Retreats

The Attitude of Happiness - Weekend Retreat
Life presents us with a variety of situations. How we respond depends on our inner state. Can we choose to hold an attitude of happiness? How can I prepare for this? What adjustments could I make? Join us for an interactive weekend filled with insightful dialogue, meditation, fun, and growth.
Escape to a serene weekend retreat nestled amidst nature's embrace, dedicated to unlocking the secrets of happiness through the lens of science.
Immerse yourself in engaging workshops where you'll explore evidence-based techniques for cultivating joy and fulfillment in everyday life.
Discover mindful practices designed to enhance self-awareness and emotional well-being.
Connect with like-minded individuals in intimate group discussions, sharing insights and experiences on the pursuit of happiness.
Rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit in this tranquil oasis, leaving empowered with practical tools to live a happier, more meaningful life.

### Facilitators

Vijai Sadal lives in Trinidad and is a student of the Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Meditation Center since 1978. He is a seasoned meditation teacher who shares his proficiency and practice with audiences around the world.
Professionally, he worked as an educator for 10 years and is a director of his family business. In Trinidad, he is a member on the Board of the Inter-Religious Organization and of the Council of Prison Chaplains and Ministers. He is a guest lecturer at the University of the West Indies..
Sabita Geer is a Raja Yoga practitioner for nearly 45 years. She has conducted courses, workshops and retreats on Self Empowerment around the US, the Caribbean, UK, India, and the Middle East. She is a representative of the Brahma Kumaris at the UN. Sabita believes that happiness is the innate nature of the soul which can be easily accessible by being more in the now.
David Howard has been a student with the Brahma Kumaris for 25 years. He regularly teaches classes on meditation and spiritual awareness at the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museums in Washington DC.
David currently coordinates information technology for the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development in Washington DC, supporting a staff of 90 people. He also manages high school internships at the Deputy Mayor's office and was chosen as Mentor of the Year by the Urban Alliance in 2016. He began his career with the Mayor's office in 1999 and has worked for the last 4 administrations.
Craig Gordon will share, having extensive experience in the field of happiness; having danced, taught, and choreographed for the stage & television, around the world; from Taipei to Buenos Aries, showing both royalty and the humble, how to to dance in happiness.
A Raja Yoga meditation practitioner for over 30 years, Craig finds new balance (the secret of happiness) teaching Hatha yoga in South Florida, with more than 500 regular students.

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SPIRITUALITY IN FOOD - WEEKEND RETREAT
We all know the phrase "You are what you eat". In this retreat, we discuss the subtle impacts that food has on our thoughts and emotions. We seek to understand the dynamics between food and the quality of our thoughts and habits. We explore the role food plays in our spiritual life and identify eating strategies that can nourish the whole self – both body and mind. Food can be the missing link that supports our efforts for personal change and provides the necessary foundation for the development and maintenance of a regular meditation practice.

FACILITATORS
Ann Singh has been a student of the Brahma Kumaris since 1989, she has always had the quest for a deeper understanding of the self. Living at Peace Village since 1999 has allowed her to explore and find her deeper truth, and she can share that with those who are seeking to find themselves.

Merrillyn Hener, MSPT, is a teacher of Raja Yoga meditation since 2000. Professionally, she earned her master's degree in physical therapy from Boston University in 1996 and more recently a certification in Integrative Manual Therapy, a unique specialization that brings a multi-system approach to healing from physical illness and injury. Her meditation practice is an essential piece in her work. She practices in Cambridge, MA, and her career focus is on integrating an alternative approach to healing into the typical PT practice setting - a hospital-based clinic.

Jenny Ramkumar has been practicing Raja Yoga Meditation since 1998 and a few years later began to teach Meditation at the Brahma Kumaris centers based on her life-changing experiences. She is the sole proprietor of a day spa that promotes and supports the balance of inner and outer beauty and self-care. She is dedicated and passionate about experiencing spirituality with honesty, creativity, love, and gentleness.

Parul Patel came to the Brahma Kumaris at the age of eight. She has been teaching meditation since 2000. Serving humanity spiritually gives her a sense of purpose.

The Fire Within: Navigating Intense emotions with strength - Weekend Retreat
Strong emotions are powerful expressions of inner pain, signaling that something isn’t right in our world. Whether it’s frustration, irritation, or overwhelming rage, these emotions can damage both ourselves and our relationships. This retreat takes you on an inner journey, offering insights and practical tools to understand and transform intense feelings into sources of strength. Through mindful practices and self-awareness, you’ll learn to navigate these emotions with resilience, turning them into opportunities for growth. By the end, you’ll have the tools to channel your feelings constructively, fostering peace within yourself and in your relationships.

FACILITATORS:
Sandhya Kanthan is an IT professional who enjoys translating spiritual truths into practical methods for day-to-day life.

Dorothy Steinfeld comes from the field of Education, Radio Account Executive, a Business Entrepreneur. While pursuing spirituality and meditation. Dorothy landed in the lap of God and is the Director of Programs at Peace Village. She has been with the Brahma Kumaris since 1986. It’s been said that Dorothy balances the serious part of life with lightness.

Erik Larson has been teaching with the Brahma Kumaris since 1985. With a background in Civil Engineering and property loss control for over 30 years, Erik blends the very practical with the very spiritual to achieve a common-sense way of looking at life.