This class varies in meditation themes and methods. Methods offered could be: visualization, mindfulness, mantra, chakra, body scan, inner wisdom or spirit guides, meditation for stress or anxiety, and so many more.

Fee: $10 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

This class varies in meditation themes and methods. Methods offered could be: visualization, mindfulness, mantra, chakra, body scan, inner wisdom or spirit guides, meditation for stress or anxiety, and so many more.

Join us for our offering of Vipassana or also known as “Insight” Meditation. This practice emphasizes mindful attention to the breath, physical sensations, thoughts, and even emotions, to develop a loving awareness of one’s life experience. Loving-Kindness, Compassion, Joy and Equanimity practices are at times added to the meditation. It varies each session.

Fee: $10 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

**Laughter Wellness and Meditation
Laughter Wellness, also known as Laughter Yoga, is a joyful practice that combines laughter exercises with deep breathing techniques to enhance overall well-being. In this session, we'll engage in light-hearted activities that stimulate spontaneous laughter, helping to release stress, boost your mood, and connect with others. Laughter Yoga Wellness doesn't rely on humor or jokes; instead, it encourages natural, contagious laughter through playful exercises that anyone can do.

After the laughter session, we'll transition into a calming meditation to ground the positive energy and bring a sense of peace and relaxation to your body and mind. This unique combination creates a powerful and uplifting experience that leaves you feeling rejuvenated and centered. Join us for this special hour of laughter and mindfulness, and discover the healing power of joy. We plan to do this on the last Wednesday of the month.**

Join our "Guided Meditation Circle: Connect and Reflect" class, a weekly gathering designed to deepen your meditation practice and foster community connections.

Each session features guided meditations, a space for sharing experiences, and a Q and A segment where you can explore your practice more deeply and receive personalized guidance.

This class is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of meditation, connect with like-minded individuals, and find support in their mindfulness journey.

We'll explore various methods of meditation so you find methods that work for you. We will vary our guided meditations from mindfulness, visualization, body scan, inner wisdom, yoga nidra, mantra, chakras, deep relaxation, self-compassion, sound bath meditation, laughter wellness meditation and others.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find valuable insights and a welcoming atmosphere to grow and learn.

Please bring slippers or warm socks (floor is cork so it could be cold for bare feet)

Classes may include various types of meditation methods ().

The class is accessible: Choose a chair or a cushion (even one with backing) on the floor. Comfort is in important in practicing meditation.

Classes are 60 minutes for $10 per class.

The Madison Studio Membership is $35 and includes the Wednesday night meditation class and other Madison meditations as noted in schedule. Plus online meditation classes with Deb and the 1000+ Meditation and Sound Bath Video Library. Plus a free 20-minute sound healing session on your birthday!

Classes are presented by Deb Phelps, owner of Peaceful Wellness. I've been a meditation practitioner since 1980 and a certified instructor. I'd love to share my experience and knowledge with you. I teach various methods of meditation.

9/26: Today's session is a special 40 minute Transitioning from Summer to Autumn Sound Healing Rest™ (Yoga Nidra Meditation and Gentle Sound Bath). It was recorded at my Madison studio on Sunday afternoon. You are the first to hear its release!

Thursday is Sound Bath Meditation unless circumstances change. Each week it will be a different YouTube link.

Choose your payment as donation for today.

NOTE: There will be a YouTube link for this today, it will be sent out in your registration email and the email that arrives 30 minutes before class start.

Best way to listen to sound bath is through headphones/earbuds of if you have stereo speakers hooked up to your computer. The session will run approximately 20 minutes.

The Friday class is Loving-Kindness with Vipassana (Insight Meditation) and . This practice emphasizes mindful attention to the breath, physical sensations, thoughts, and even emotions, to develop a loving awareness of one’s life experience.

Loving-Kindness, Compassion, Joy and Equanimity practices are at times added to the meditation. It varies each session.

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

Eight Mindful Steps to Happiness By Bhante Gunaratana
Purchase on Amazon, see link below.

Starts September 13 through the end of the year.
Sessions are held on Zoom on the 2nd & 4th Fridays at 1:00 pm ET/12:00 pm CT.
We take one chapter per session in a meaningful manner.

This book offers practical advice and accessible techniques to help readers cultivate a deeper sense of peace, clarity, and happiness in daily life. Through clear explanations and actionable steps, Gunaratana helps demystify complex concepts and makes Buddhist wisdom relevant to contemporary challenges and spiritual seekers.

With generous and specific advice, Eight Mindful Steps to Happiness offers skillful ways to handle anger, to find right livelihood, and to cultivate loving-friendliness (Loving-Kindness) in relationships with parents, children, and partners, as well as tools to overcome all the mental hindrances that prevent happiness. Whether you are an experienced meditator or someone who's only just beginning, this gentle and down-to-earth guide will help you bring the heart of the Buddha's teachings into every aspect of your life.

Link to Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007TNKTZ2?ref=yb_qv_ov_kndl_dp_rw

It’s available in Kindle, Audiobook and Paperback. Used paperback copies for a few dollars.

MINDFUL BOOK GROUP
Goal
Our goal for the Mindful Book Group is to embrace mindfulness practices in all areas of our lives. All the books that are chosen for our group are either from teachers of mindfulness or otherwise rooted in mindfulness practices.

Sessions
Included in each session is time for mindfulness meditation. Sessions are not recorded but recordings of mindfulness meditations and practices are available to members of the group.

Connections
You will find that our sangha (community) is welcoming, supportive, and kind. We also have an email group available for members to share insights, ask questions, and otherwise connect with one another in between our group sessions.

Mindful Book Group Website - https://mindfulbookgroup.com/

This class varies in meditation themes and methods. Methods offered could be: visualization, mindfulness, mantra, chakra, body scan, inner wisdom or spirit guides, meditation for stress or anxiety, and so many more.