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I Meditate, Therefore I Am
>>> Presentation ― IN FRENCH
DESCRIPTION :
For the past few years, the term “meditation” seems to have remained in vogue. Its merits are praised by science, and various forms of it are used to improve our physical and mental performance, or even as a remedy for the stresses of modern life. However, we are entitled to ask what type of activity this term specifically refers to. What form must an activity take to be considered meditation?
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Is it practiced solely in silence?
Anyone who accompanies it with chanting or music would disagree.
Does it absolutely require bodily stillness?
Yoga practitioners or mindful walkers would oppose this notion.
Does meditation necessitate stopping or observing thoughts and emotions, or rather, interacting with them?
Philosophers, Zen Buddhists, and lucid dreamers would debate this endlessly.
Nevertheless, beyond the form, we can feel the “heart” of what the meditative act is. Even without being able to define it precisely, we know not only that it exists, but many of us also feel a strong pull towards it.
It is therefore with great pleasure that author and mystic Dominic Vallée invites you to discover the living spirit of meditation beyond its many manifestations. During this talk, we will explore how this practice, performed in every moment, reconnects the practitioner to their true nature, infusing even the most mundane moments with a divine and sacred quality.
DETAILS:
DATE: Thursday, September 14, 2023, 7:30–9:00 p.m.
LOCATION: SOHA Centre, Montreal, QC
DURATION: 1.5 hours
COST: Donations and voluntary contributions
TriniTea – The Art of Introspective Tea Tasting
>>> Workshop ― IN FRENCH
DESCRIPTION:
There are various ways for a spiritual person to transcend the boundaries of their conscious mind in order to reveal the imagery of their personal myth. To do this, in addition to introspective presence, the practitioner will sometimes use catalysts such as music, incense, mantras, and so on. Similarly, tea and its myriad aromas prove to be not only perfect partners for this type of exploration, but can even become its primary triggers.
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Although we often drink it absentmindedly at breakfast or sometimes in a meditative “mindfulness” setting, a quality tea consumed in a context of introspection can also transport us, through the power of imagination, to the dreamlike realm of our subtle realities.
This very experience lies at the heart of TriniTea, a unique workshop created to open participants to the revelatory power of introspective tasting. For this journey, in addition to the facilitator who will act as our guide and ambient music, we will be accompanied by three exceptional natural teas, each with its own distinct character… three inner worlds to explore. A few points will then be addressed to conclude the experience, and we will end by sharing our impressions (if we wish).
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The Mystical Path to Self-Knowledge
>>> Presentation ― IN FRENCH
DESCRIPTION:
The theme of self-knowledge, from a conventional perspective, is often perceived in a simplistic way. However, many of the great mystics throughout history agree that this knowledge is equivalent to gnosis, enlightenment, and union with the divine. But regardless of beliefs and traditions, humanity is perhaps called upon today, more than ever, to inquire into its inner and intimate bearings in order to remain healthy amidst the chaos of our era.
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That said, are we truly and solely the sum of our desires, fears, opinions, and preferences?
Our physical body and its limitations?
Our histories, traumas, and ecstasies?
What else is there to know about ourselves, and how can we unravel this mystery?
This quest for transcendence manifests itself in a highly specific way for each individual, and even the most enlightened of masters is powerless to reveal the adept to themselves. But however solitary this quest may be, a growing number of mystics are opening themselves to their true nature, and by decentralizing the sources of wisdom, everyone’s experiences benefit all.
DETAILS:
Thursday, August 3, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
SOHA Centre, Room 5,
961 Rachel Street East, Montreal.
COST: Donations or voluntary contributions, payable in advance or on-site (cash, Interac e-Transfer, or PayPal).
Limited seating.
PROGRAMME:
- Presentation and brief overview of my work;
- Short summary of my book ZINFAENDEL, the mystical path to self-knowledge;
- Discussion, questions, and sharing;
- If time permits, a guided exploratory meditation.