Anam Cara Inc. of Bedford Hills, NY

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Kirtan, the ecstatic practice of chanting sacred mantras, is enjoyed by everyone! It is a form of yoga that opens the heart, feeds the soul and sways the body to the rhythms of pure delight! All while sitting comfortably! What could be easier! Come and experience this joyous practice for yourself. "Ananda" - pure bliss in the ancient Sanskrit language - is the aim of all practices, and especially kirtans.

A mini-retreat to give yourself the opportunity to enter the deep stillness of meditation, like diving into the clear inviting waters of a quiet lake. Come and refresh yourself, enter the Holy Days filled with joy and peace! This program will include meditation instruction, contemplations and chanting.
All are welcome!
A light vegetarian meal is included.

Silent Meditation Retreat
Led by Lawrence Edwards, Ph.D.
Dates To Be Announced
Sunday 9:00am-3:30pm
The Anam Cara Foundation, Bedford, NY
Fee: $90, includes light meal
To register call 914-234-4800

Dive into the depths of meditation by living in silence, even for this brief span of time the effects are powerful. Deepen and expand your meditation practice by nurturing it with the time and attention it deserves. The Buddha said, "Better than a hundred years of ignorance is one day spent in reflection. Better than a hundred years of idleness is one day spent in determination."

Anam Cara Foundation
Bedford, NY
Preregistration required
Call 914-234-4800
Register early.
Checks can be made out to Anam Cara, Inc.
Mail registration to:
Anam Cara Foundation
P.O. Box 215
Bedford Hills, NY 10507

Directions to
The Anam Cara Foundation
501 Guard Hill Rd, Bedford, NY 10506:
From Mt. Kisco take Rt. 172 east, from in front of the hospital, toward Rt. 684. Go under Rt. 684 and continue 1 mile to Clark Rd on your left. Take Clark Rd, a dirt road, to its end at Guard Hill Rd. Turn left onto Guard Hill. 501 is the second building on your left, red with gray trim. Please pull in as far as you can and park. Please arrive early. Bring a blanket, cushion and something for writing if you are taking the retreat or a course.
From Bedford take Rt. 22 north and make a left onto Guard Hill Rd. just after leaving the center of town. 501 will be on your left about a mile or so up the road, just past Clark Rd on your left.

Refund Policy:
Full refund given if cancellation is received 8 weeks prior to the program or if the program has to be canceled for any reason. 50% refund given if canceled 4-8 weeks in advance. If you cancel within 2-4 weeks of the retreat no refund is given and 50% may be applied to a future program. The balance will be received as a tax deductible gift to Anam Cara, Inc. Last minute cancellations are non-refundable. If we have to cancel a program your paid registration fees will be refunded in full.

Tuesday Nights
7:30-8:45 pm
Everyone is welcome!
Sponsored by The Anam Cara Foundation, Bedford, NY.
For information and directions see below.

Science and Art of Meditation - special introductory program on Tuesday, January 12th, 7:30pm

In this program Dr. Edwards will talk about the recent scientific research that shows the extraordinary effectiveness of meditation for enhancing your health, immune system, cardio-vascular fitness and empower you to be stress resistant. This is a great program for people new to meditation or interested in the science of meditation. Everyone is welcome!

Swatantriya Meditation-The meditation of absolute freedom. This is the form of meditation taught at Anam Cara and includes practices from all traditions.

Swatantriya Meditation is based on the inner power of Consciousness called Kundalini It embraces and empowers all meditation techniques to take one beyond the ordinary confines of the mind.

We offer an ongoing nondenominational meditation group that meets every week except for holidays.
$20 suggested donation per session.

All donations go to support The Anam Cara Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making meditation and related practices available to everyone. You are welcome to come as often as you choose. Beginners are welcome, along with experienced meditators. A wide variety of techniques and practices are taught, including chanting and mantra meditation.

No preregistration is necessary.

If the group is going to be canceled on any evening due to bad weather or some other circumstance, then a message on 914-234-4800 will state that the group is canceled for that evening, otherwise we meet every Tuesday evening.

The Buddhist tradition offers great insights into the workings of the mind and how we can be free not only of the mind, but of all suffering. One doesn't have to be a Buddhist to gain the tremendous benefits from the wisdom that this ancient tradition offers. Priests, nuns, rabbis, ministers, scientists, business leaders and people from all walks of life have found the teachings of the Buddha enhanced their everyday lives and their spiritual practices.

During this course we will explore the foundational teachings and practices that the Buddha offered to anyone who was interested in gaining greater freedom from suffering and gaining access to unwavering joy.

Buddhist Wisdom Treasures II
4 week course
Wed. evenings 7:15-8:45pm
Jan. 13, 20, 27, Feb. 3

Many people have been asking for a continuation of the Buddhst Wisdom Treasures for Non-Buddhists initial course and here it is! Start the New Year off with your highest good at heart. You don't have to have taken the first course, though it will be helpful, and of course you don't have to become a Buddhist to enjoy and benefit from the insights and wisdom of this great tradition.

Pre-registration required.
Fee: $125

The Anam Cara Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded by Dr. Edwards for teaching people meditative practices.

Friday Nov. 6- Sun. Nov. 8, 2009
Anam Cara, Bedford, NY
Friday evening 7pm- Sunday 3:30pm
Led by Lawrence Edwards, Ph.D.

The extraordinary power of Consciousness to transcend the mind and body, indeed the entire world, and thereby to know the Infinite directly, is called Kundalini in the yogic tradition. This power of Consciousness is innate to everyone and is often depicted as a goddess. The Divine Feminine as the Great Goddess both creates the many forms that bind us and it is She who releases us from that bondage. It is by Her grace that ultimate, lasting freedom is won. This power of revelation, transformation and grace is known in some form in every spiritual tradition, from Mother Mary to Inanna, from Ma Kali to Tara. In this retreat people will be guided through practices that awaken and unfold the inner power of meditation, Kundalini. With that light of Consciousness we will explore the archetypal realms of wisdom, grace and transcendence. Through empowered mantra, shaktipat diksha, chanting, breath work, and the profound tales of the Eastern and Western mystical traditions we will further access the inner source of true knowledge, wisdom and freedom. That inner source is your own highest Self, the Divine within, beyond all forms. Kundalini, the power of the Self to know Its Self awakens the most profound levels of meditation and transformation. There is nothing more potent, nothing more liberating, nothing more empowering. Come and discover the real secret code that reveals the deeply satisfying and enriching meaning of life and access to your own divine wisdom.

Includes vegetarian meals, accommodations are extra.
Preregistration with payment is required.
Call 914-234-4800
Please Register Early. This empowerment retreat will be limited to 15 participants
Checks can be made out to Anam Cara, Inc.
Mail registration to:
Anam Cara Foundation
P.O. Box 215
Bedford Hills, NY 10507

Sharings from people who have attended this retreat:

Very powerful energy came through the empowerment ritual, the chants, meditations and when you touched my head it felt like a liquid golden energy flowed in. I love your interpretations and guidance on myths, the Vedic texts, etc. It was all beautiful, profound and full of love.
K.R., artist/entrepreneur, Tennessee

I came without expectations and am leaving with a wealth of potential, feeling lighter, having shed some armor that no longer served.
A.C., herbalist/healer, NY

I experienced transformation on a very deep level. Lawrence is a master!
T.O., accountant/lawyer, New York

The empowerment ritual had very powerful energy come through. I felt the Kundalini-Holy Spirit-heart connection. I was also impressed with the beautiful people who attended this weekend - all with deep waters.
L.B.; therapist, NY

Anam Cara Foundation
Bedford, NY
Preregistration required
Call 914-234-4800
Please register early.