Over 100 local residents unite in meditation and yoga…reports Asian Lite News
Heartfulness Manchester organized a free community event, “Yoga for Unity and Peace,” to foster peace and unity within the local community. The event took place in the Theatre Hall, The Fuse, Partington, M31 4BU, and was opened by the Mayor of Trafford Councillor Amy Whyte, accompanied by her Consort Reverend Sarah Hooks. Also present were dignitaries Mr. Aman Bansal (Consul and Head of Chancery of the Consulate General of India, Birmingham) and Mrs Rinku Bansal.
“We believe that by fostering individual peace, we contribute to the overall harmony of our community,” says Naren Kumbeswaran (Heartfulness Coordinator for the North of England)) “This event is our way of supporting the Manchester community in finding balance amidst the stresses of modern life.”
This event provided over 100 Manchester participants with an opportunity to: learn Heartfulness meditation techniques; participate in a guided yoga session; discover methods for cultivating peace in daily life; enjoy cafe with locally homemade food.
“In response to the challenges of modern life, Heartfulness offers practical techniques for finding inner calm,” Sri Kamlesh D. Patel (Daaji), president and guide of Heartfulness, explains, “The first step is to still the turbulence of a restless mind and heart. Heartfulness practices bring us to a state where we can be peaceful under all circumstances.”
The session included an introduction to Heartfulness practices, followed by yoga with certified trainer and Consultant at Tameside General Hospital Dr. Muthu Gourishankar, Heartfulness Relaxation, and Meditation led by Local Certified Trainer Elizabeth Gaye Stanley.
Introducing the event, The Mayor of Trafford, Amy Whyte expressed “We are very much looking forward to promoting some inner peace and peace for our communities as well”; local participants reported “feeling lighter in their mind” following the experience and a follow on session is planned for the 12th October. If you are interested to join this or find out further information about Heartfulness Meditation please email event.registration@heartfulness.uk and find us at www.heartfulness.uk
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