2024-25 Workshops/Events/Online Disciplines

2024-25 Weekly Puja Ceremony with Raji and Friends, Tuesdays 9-10am ET via Zoom, by donation Mantra. Healing. Prayer.

Weekly Puja Ceremony will continue for 2025!

*Names are put on the ceremony altar for healing and blessings. If you would like additional names aside from yours (family, friends, loved ones, etc.) included, please email me at theyogaspace@gmail.com. Also includes an email after the ceremony with photos and specific mantras to chant to prolong the healing energy.
HERE IS DECEMBER'S 2024 PUJA CEREMONY SCHEDULE:
Dec. 3rd, GANESHA/LAKSHMI NEW MOON PUJA-We honor the New Moon with new beginnings (Ganesha) and abundance (Goddess Lakshmi). This is a powerful time for spiritual practices, meditation, mantra, ceremony, self-reflection and manifestation of desires, as we set the tone for the rest of the month.   
Dec. 10th, GODDESS LAKSHMI PUJA-The goddess of abundance in all of its forms. Lakshmi is one who "adorns" and brings the realization of beauty and "shimmering light", purity, perserverence and liberation. Material wealth and spiritual progress. 
Dec. 17th, VISHNU/LAKSHMI FULL MOON PUJA-We honor the Full Moon with prosperity and happiness. Recieve full moon blessings of light and well-being, wholeness and gratitude and transformation on all levels.  Dec. 24th, GAYATRI/WINTER SOLSTICE PUJA-Celebrate the darkness of Winter and the return of the light as the Sun begins its journey back to longer days. This is an opportunity to drop into ourselves and surrender to the guidance of inner wisdom, to rest and re-evaluate.   Dec. 31st, GANESHA 2025 NEW YEAR PUJA-A New Year blessing for new beginnings as we step into 2025! Good health, complete well-being, wealth, abundance, spiritual illumination, and peace of mind in all aspects of one's life. We join together to release the year 2024 and to embrace the journey ahead. 

*After registration, your name will be placed on the ceremony altar for healing and blessings. If you would like additional names aside from yours (family, friends, loved ones, etc.) included, please email me at theyogaspace@gmail.com. Also includes an email after the ceremony with photos and specific mantras to chant to prolong the healing energy.
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Suggested donation per ceremony is $27, $54, $108, however donations of ANY amount are accepted. For PayPal click the link below. We also take Venmo, account Gretchen-Carmel. Please pre-register at least a half hour before ceremony time.

Vedic Puja Ceremonies are the oldest existing ceremonies in the world. The ancient devotional and spiritual science of Puja is like a powerful prayer, supported and assisted by divine energy. Pujas may be used for many different life situations, including blessings and celebrations; for new beginnings, prosperity, career, health and healing, reduction of karma, assistance and guidance, rites of passage, marriages, births, memorials. Performed by a trained Pujari/Vedic Priest, ceremony is a vehicle which taps into the unlimited possibilities, resulting in energetic shifts that can increase awareness, transform and allow for the manifestation of true desires. Ceremony and Mantra practices are open and available to anyone, regardless of age, situation or religious belief. They are sacred tools we can all use to help merge our energies to the greater source of life, where there are no obstacles; free from judgement, pain and illness. It is our birthright to live in peace. Please email me with any questions theyogaspace@gmail.com, I hope you will join me, Raji

The practice of weekly ceremony offers gifts in all areas of life. Here's what participants have to say…"I’m grateful for today’s puja blessing on this Full moon and for your ongoing support and enrichment for this sangha!" "Thank you so much for these wonderful ceremonies I feel very fortunate for being able to attend them." "Thank you so much for your generosity in performing these weekly Pujas, in teaching us these mantras and for opening up the spirituality they convey!!" "Today's Puja was so uplifting, beautiful, and potent! Am feeling very light-filled from it and from the abundant sunshine!" "The Puja Ceremony this past Tuesday was great. It was my first one. I really enjoyed your Kripalu Gayatri Mantra workshop, which prompted me to sign up for the ceremony. I appreciate you sending the pictures and follow up suggested chants."

THE ALTAR WITHIN Sacred Healing through Mantra and Meditation Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 2024 Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, Stockbridge, MA. Presenter: Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

A CEREMONY OF SELF-INQUIRY AND DEVOTION Since ancient times, external altars and sacred space have provided a sanctuary for prayer, spiritual practice, and gifts from the divine.  Join yoga instructor, Sanskrit mantra teacher, and Vedic ceremonialist, Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel, for a healing exploration into the Self. Through meditation practices, guided imagery, journaling, and the repetition of mantra, learn to embrace the personal altar within as you:

-Engage in discussion on the importance and maintenance of sacred space. -Practice Sanskrit mantras for abundance, healing, protection, and peace.  -Participate in a traditional Vedic puja ceremony dedicated to Shiva Nataraj, the Hindu deity of transformation. -Create a community altar.

The weekend culminates with a special opportunity to assist Raji in blessing some of Kripalu's on campus statues. Revel in how this journey can unlock doors to freedom on the yogic path. 

For all information and to register, please visit Kripalu’s website at https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/altar-within-sacred-healing-through-mantra-and-meditation

THE DANCE OF SHIVA NATARAJA Release & Rebirth through the Divine Cosmic Dancer An Online 40-day Mantra Meditation Practice Created and offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Dec. 1, 2024-Jan. 9, 2025

An opportunity to re-evaluate. Focus on what brings abundance, connect with your true divinity and move into the energy which feeds your highest good. Step into the New Year with mantras of Shiva and Ganesha to release the old and welcome new beginnings. 

Namaste, You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred Online 40-Day Supported Mantra Discipline, which includes Mantra Japa and Guided Meditation. The repetition of mantra, Mantra Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing you closer to your true potential. Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE:  Shiva Nataraj is a depiction of Shiva as the Divine Cosmic Dancer, using a dance called Tandava. This dance of Shiva is vigorous and is a source of the cycle of creation, preservation and dissolution.

This cycle of Release and Rebirth is a constant theme to our lives. Every moment, every day, every month, every season, every year and every lifetime! Having the ability to move through times of transition with an open-heart and trust allows ease, comfort and acceptance into what can sometimes be challenging times.

Can you dance through the flames?

This practice of Mantra and Guided Meditation will allow you to: -Feel the manifestation of primal rhythmic energy for vitality and a healthy immune system, -Develop one-pointed focus, concentration and clarity, -Heal past wounds and patterns that no longer bring you joy, -Establish trust and confidence on your spiritual path, -Cultivate acceptance and total well-being, -Connect with the elements of nature (earth, water, fire, air, ether) for healing on all levels, -Step into 2025 with peace and ease.

For all the details and to register, please visit https://conta.cc/4hFlxdl

HOW TO USE MALA BEADS!
Monday, August 26, 2024
7-8:15pm EST via Zoom by donation
with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

*Can't make the class Live? This class will recorded for your convenience and available for 30 days.

LEARN THE ENERGETIC & HEALING QUALITIES OF MALAS

A mala, or garland, is a string of prayer beads. Mala beads have been used for spiritual practices and worn for thousands of years in the traditions of Buddhism and Hinduism alike. Traditionally, they are used as a counting tool for the recitation of sacred words called Mantra Japa Meditation—and today, many modern yogis wear malas as jewelry or as a sacred and devotional statement.

Join Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel and discover the secrets to this sacred discipline. She will explain how and why mala beads can enhance and deepen a meditation practice. In addition to learning the history, symbology, and meaning of the 108 beads, you will:

-Learn how to hold the mala and count the beads.
-Understand the different types of malas and how to choose one.
-Embrace the energetics and healing qualities of chanting with malas.
-Know what to do if your mala breaks, and how to maintain and clean your malas.

This one-night online program includes discussion, group chant, and Q&A. All levels are welcome and no prior experience with mantra is necessary. It is suggested to have a mala, but not necessary.

*Continuing Education Credits: Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider) and CE credits may be earned.
*This class will be recorded for your convenience. You will have access to the video recording for 30 days.

To register, please donate below by clicking the PayPal button or donate with Venmo, (account Gretchen-Carmel). Sliding scale suggested donation of $20-$40.

You will receive a confirmation email with class handouts and the Zoom link (please allow 24 hours)

COURAGE, CONFIDENCE & STRENGTH Devotional Practices to the Goddess Durga An Online 21-Day Mantra Discipline Created and offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Sept. 1-21, 2024

Please click here to register https://conta.cc/3WBKmx2 Discover the power of the Hindu Goddess Durga through Mantras and Guided Meditation to help destroy negativity, bring confidence and courage and attract positive outcomes. *Suggested devotional practices will be included to enhance your meditative experience. 

Namaste, You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 21-day supported mantra discipline, which includes Mantra Japa and Guided Meditation. The repetition of mantra, Mantra Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing you closer to your true potential. Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE:  COURAGE, CONFIDENCE & STRENGTH “Durga can channel a potent mix of all-animating Para Shakti, Kriya Shakti (the power of mind over matter), and Iccha Shakti (the power of will). She will protect us from external harm with the ferocity of a lioness guarding her cubs.” Thomas Ashley-Farrand (Namadeva Acharya)

Durga is the Divine Protectress. She is a member of the Feminine Trinity, along with Saraswati and Lakshmi. As the warrior aspect of the Divine Mother, she rides a tiger or lion, carries weapons and is radiant with spiritual energy. She is the invincible force, the slayer of demons, unconquerable, the destroyer of all diseases and evils. And, at the same time, she is purity, compassion, knowledge, truth and pure consciousness.

The most familiar aspect of the goddess Durga is shown with 10 arms, signifying the 10 directions. This suggests that she protects her followers from all directions. She wears a crown and is dressed in royal red. She holds many weapons in her hands. This reflects her mastery and power, her authority and control, her malicious intent to destroy negative influence. To the sincere devotee, Durga relieves all sufferings. 

Through this practice of Mantra Japa Meditation, you will experience: 1) Increased energy physically, self-confidence emotionally 2) Focus, concentration, awareness, clarity 3) Protection from negative influences 4) Courage to step firmly into abundance 5) Strength and willpower to stay positive and devoted to Self

A brief summary: Mantra Japa Practice with recordings-you will receive a specific stack of Sanskrit mantras with instructions, plus recordings of the mantras. Daily Newsletters-you will receive Daily Newsletters with inspirational teachings, images and quotes and a detailed break-down of all the Sanskrit mantras with their meanings and applications. 3 Live Zoom Calls-within the 21-days, we will join together with Live Zoom Calls. They include Group Chanting, Guided Healing Meditations and Q & A. These Live Zoom Calls are scheduled for Sept. 1, 11 and 21 from 7-7:45pm EST. They will be recorded for your convenience in case you cannot attend them Live. Guided Healing Meditations-during the Live Zoom Calls, you will be guided through visual meditations to: 1) help you feel grounded and at ease, 2) assist in creating intentions for the practice, 3) bring awareness to your next steps towards manifesting what you truly want and 4) guide you to heart-opening love and deep inner peace. Additional Devotional Practices-suggested devotional practices will be included in the Daily Newsletters to enhance your meditative experience.  Daily Collective Healing Group Energy-chanting the ancient vibrations of Sanskrit in a collective group, in the same 21-days, you will build the energy internally, bathe in light and expand/utilize these energies in whatever form is needed in your individual life. In doing so, you affect all beings.

Please click here to register https://conta.cc/3WBKmx2

FREE INFORMATION SESSION via Zoom, Thurs. Sept. 5, 12-12:45pm EST

200Hr Mantra Training & Study Immersion in the lineage of Thomas Ashley-Farrand
Choose the format:
1) Pre-Recorded/Self-Paced/Virtual, at half the cost of our in-person training,
2) Standard In-Person/Virtual,
Training begins in Oct. 2024

*PLEASE EMAIL RAJI FOR THE ZOOM LINK AT THEYOGASPACE@GMAIL.COM

Vermont Residents: This training is covered under vsac.org. You may be eligible for a full scholarship!

IS THIS THE RIGHT TRAINING FOR YOU? Are you wondering whether this is the right training for you?
Are you a beginner to mantra or an experienced practitioner?
Do you need to have experience with yoga or be a yoga instructor?
How can mantra be used for personal transformation?
Is this training only for those who want to be certified as a mantra teacher?
Join us to learn more!
Raji will talk about the details of the training, its format, its gifts, why it is so unique and how and why mantra is a gateway to personal transformation.
Plus, we'll experience the power of group chant!
Hope to see you there!
Raji

THE MAHA MRITJUNJAYA MANTRA SERIES~ A 3-week Journey of Transformation and Healing with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel July 17, 24, 31, 10-11:15am EST via Zoom

*Can’t make a class? All sessions will be recorded for your convenience and available for 30 days after the program ends.

ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् |
उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात् || Om Trayum-bakam Yajamahe
Sughan-dhim Pushti Vardanam
Urvar-ukamiva Bandhanan
Mrityor Mukshiya Mamritat
“O three-eyed Shiva who is fragrant, bless me with health and immortality…..”

Known also as the Markandeya or Tryambakam, The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is addressed to “the three-eyed one,” also known as Rudra, a manifestation of Lord Shiva.

Join Rajeshwari, senior teacher in the lineage of Thomas Ashley-Farrand, as she guides you step-by-step through one of the most powerful healing mantras in the Hindu tradition. The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra has been known to heal all types of diseases; physical, emotional, mental and spiritual, offer protection from accidents and negativity, provide freedom from anxiety, restore health, rejuvenate and bring profound peace. This is a wonderful opportunity to chant for yourself, for loved ones and for world peace.

This unique virtual program includes: ~The creation, history, and many benefits of the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra, ~Simple instruction on correct pronunciation, meaning and applications, ~Mantra Japa Meditation, the addition of Seed Sounds and Hand Mudras, ~Suggested reading, weekly assignments and mantra disciplines, ~Necessary steps to a successful home practice.

Each session consists of discussion, group chant, plus Q and A. All levels are welcome. No experience with mantra is necessary. *Private Facebook Page will be available to connect and share with other participants. *Recommended reading includes Healing Mantras by Thomas Ashley-Farrand. *Handouts will be provided.

THIS WORKSHOP MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE. Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

PREVIEW THE SCHEDULE SESSION 1 - An Introduction to the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra Learn the creation, history, meaning and benefits, plus the popular tale of Markandeya, the sixteen year old seer who derives great power from the ancient Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra, as he stares fearlessly at the face of impending death.

SESSION 2 - Mantra Japa Meditation, Ceremony and Ancestral Healing Set your intentions and embody the healing vibrations with Guided Meditation, Group Chant and Pranayama (breathing) Practices. Participate in ceremony with the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra to help release karmic trauma and/or disease.

SESSION 3 - Adding Seed Sounds and Hand Mudras Discover powerful one-syllabled seed sounds, placed before and after The Maha Mritjunjaya Mantra, which act as carriers for increased potency. Enhance your chanting with meditative hand gestures that draw focus inward and contribute to overall good health.

Financial Offering $108. Registration is below through PayPal (includes online fee). We also take Venmo, account Gretchen-Carmel.

SUMMER SOLSTICE BLESSINGS Honor the Light Within Online 40-day Mantra Meditation w/ Hand Mudras with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel June 1-July 10, 2024

For all details and to register, please visit https://conta.cc/4bIB7kG

Celebrate the Summer Solstice and its divine power. Embrace love and healing light, strength and well-being, and open your heart to fulfillment on all levels with Mantras of the Sun. *with an emphasis on Hand Mudras to increase healing and vitality 

Namaste, You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred Online 40-Day Supported Mantra Discipline, which includes Mantra Japa, Guided Meditation and Hand Mudras. The repetition of mantra, Mantra Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing you closer to your true potential. Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE:  The Summer Solstice is the day with the longest period of daylight, when the Sun reaches its highest and northernmost point in the sky. Honoring the light, embracing the light, feeling the light, healing with light.

Beginning on June 1, we will prepare for the Summer Solstice by increasing vitality, strength and focus, embrace the Sun at its peak with gratitude and abundance, then bring healing and awareness where it is needed for wholeness, greater happiness and manifestation of desires.

Through this practice of Mantra, Guided Meditation and Hand Mudras you can: 1) Move beyond limited thoughts and conditioned beliefs, 2) Develop one-pointed focus, concentration and clarity, 3) Heal past wounds and patterns that no longer serve you, 4) Practice gratitude and positivity, 5) Build strength, vitality, confidence and well-being, 6) Celebrate the manifestation of abundance in all forms.

A brief summary: Mantra Japa Practice with recordings-you will receive a specific stack of Sanskrit mantras with instructions, plus recordings of the mantras.

Hand Mudras-this mantra discipline includes hand mudras which help to stimulate different parts of the body to cultivate focus and strengthen the flow of prana or life force.

Weekly Newsletters-you will receive Weekly Newsletters with inspirational teachings, images and quotes and a detailed break-down of all the Sanskrit mantras with their meanings and applications.

3 Live Zoom Calls-within the 40-days, we will join together with Live Zoom Calls. They include Group Chanting, Guided Healing Meditations and Q & A. These Live Zoom Calls are scheduled for June 1 from 9-9:45am EST and June 20 and July 10 from 12-12:45pm EST. They will be recorded for your convenience in case you cannot attend them Live.

Guided Healing Meditations-during the Live Zoom Calls, you will be guided through visual meditations to: 1) help you feel grounded and at ease, 2) assist in creating intentions for the practice, 3) bring awareness to your next steps towards manifesting what you truly want and 4) guide you to heart-opening love and deep inner peace.

Daily Collective Healing Group Energy-chanting the ancient vibrations of Sanskrit in a collective group, in the same 40-days, we will build the energy internally, bathe in light and expand/utilize these energies in whatever form is needed in our individual lives. In doing so, we affect all beings.

Being reminded of the deep well of abundance and connection within and around you is vital during these times. It gives you an anchor to rest upon, a wellspring to relax into, a familiar, safe refuge.

Whether you seek balance in the areas of physical or mental health, finances/career, relationships or spiritual advancement/illumination, mantra disciplines give you the opportunity to accelerate the journey of personal transformation.

For all details and to register, please visit https://conta.cc/4bIB7kG

THE GAYATRI MANTRA SERIES A 3-week Journey into Sound and Healing Light with Raji Gretchen Carmel May 15, 22, 29, 10-11:15am EST via Zoom

*All sessions will be recorded for your convenience and available for 30 days after the program ends.

THE GAYATRI MANTRA SERIES, FREE INFORMATION SESSION, Monday, May 13th, 12pm EST via Zoom, Want to learn more? What is the Gayatri Mantra? Can I take the class even if I haven't chanted before? Is Mantra part of the Yogic path? I already know the Gayatri Mantra. What more will I learn? How can I benefit from this 3-week Gayatri Mantra Series? What if I can't make the class times? and more... Please email Raji for the Zoom link at least 30 minutes before this FREE Information Series begins at theyogaspace@gmail.com

Among all the millions of mantras recorded in archives, the Gayatri Mantra is the essence of all mantras. Although there are many mantras that invoke light, the Gayatri Mantra reigns supreme. Its specific purpose is to enlighten the mind and the intellect, to accumulate the highest spiritual light and to attain enlightenment. The prana becomes energized, the aura becomes brighter, a quiet permeates the mind.

Practiced both by Hindus and Buddhists, the Gayatri Mantra is recognized universally for its spiritual potency. Represented with five heads, Gayatri is shown as Lakshmi (the primordial power of manifestation), Saraswati (the power of knowledge and empowered speech), Durga (the power of protection), Radha (the power of bliss) and Bhu Devi (the power of Earth).

Join Rajeshwari, senior teacher in the lineage of Thomas Ashley-Farrand, as she guides you step-by-step through one of the most powerful healing mantras in the Hindu tradition. Enhance your spiritual gifts, improve health and increase prosperity. The Gayatri Mantra can be chanted aloud, whispered or repeated in silence and can be used by people of any religion or spiritual background.

This unique virtual program includes: ~The creation, history, and benefits of the Master Mantra, ~Short and Long Forms of the Gayatri Mantra with meaning and applications, ~Simple instruction on correct pronunciation, ~Suggested reading, weekly assignments and mantra disciplines, ~Necessary steps to a successful home practice.

Each session consists of discussion, group chant, plus Q and A. All levels are welcome. No experience with mantra is necessary. *Private Facebook Page will be available to connect and share with other participants. *Recommended reading includes Healing Mantras and Shakti Mantras by Thomas Ashley-Farrand.

THIS WORKSHOP MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE. Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

PREVIEW THE SCHEDULE SESSION 1 - An Introduction to the Gayatri Mantra Learn the creation, history, meaning and benefits of the Master Mantra, plus a Hindu myth of Gayatri herself! Embody effulgent light, enlighten the intellect and illuminate the mind with the Short Form version.

SESSION 2 - The Long Form Gayatri Mantra Build attunement with the realms of light, commune with the celestials, receive spiritual knowledge, and develop Kavacha, spiritual armor, for protection against negativity with the Long Form Gayatri Mantra.

SESSION 3 - Adding Seed Sounds, Hand Mudras and Kriyas Discover powerful one-syllabled seed sounds to honor Lord Ganesha (remover of obstacles), Lakshmi (goddess of abundance), Saraswati (goddess of knowledge, music, science and the arts), and the Hrit Padma (the self, soul, or atman). Enhance your chanting with meditative hand gestures that draw focus inward and contribute to overall good health.

Financial Offering $108. Registration is below through PayPal (includes online fee). We also take Venmo, account Gretchen-Carmel.

Solar Eclipse Mitigation Navagraha Puja Ceremony Saturday, April 6, 2-4pm EST with Raji Gretchen Carmel In-Person or Virtual, by donation

This year of 2024 the Vedic New Year and New Moon in Pisces occurs on April 8, at which time there will be a total eclipse of the Sun, something that has not happened in centuries and so is quite ominous.

Join us as we come together in ceremony to amplify our intentions and goals and to help mitigate any obstacles in our path.

The Navagraha Puja (honoring of 9 planets) is a time tested Vedic ritual, which combines the Pujas for all the nine planets in our Vedic sciences. The Navagraha Puja has the power to nullify or remove all flaws in your horoscope and enable you to prosper in life. The Navagraha Puja creates a favorable environment to give you the necessary strength and courage to overcome problems in life, resulting in removal of obstacles in personal and professional life.

New Moon Solar Eclipse by Jill Jardine

"New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries on April 8, 2024 is a trigger event perhaps kicking up confusion, conflicts, and distracting scenarios. Mercury is also retrograde in Aries during the eclipse window from 4/1-4/25/24. I view it as a marker point between what has been and what will be in our society, world, and personal lives. Pluto in Aquarius has been stewing behind the scenes, forcing release of the old and unfolding the next scenarios. During the eclipse window (which is strongest from 3/24/24- 4/30/24), there could be interference in the power grids, travel, shipping and forms of connectivity, such as internet and phones. We could view the Baltimore bridge collapse as a precursor to the loss of connectivity (bridges are a metaphor for connection, and the smooth transition of goods, people, vehicles from one side and economic fluidity). 

New Moon Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024, at 19 degrees Aries conjunct Mercury retrograde in Aries and Chiron, the wounded healer teacher. We have to heal the wounds of the past, before we move to the next level. 

Remember whatever version of verity you align with, becomes your reality, so choose wisely. Use this Solar Eclipse energy, to upgrade the physical body, and to rewire our minds to align with higher truth and spiritual source. Dispel confusion, seek clarity and adjust your life according to the bigger vision for yourself. Remember New Moon Solar eclipses signify new beginnings, despite the eclipse of the Sun."  

For more information, please visit Jill Jardine's podcast, the Astrology of April 2024: https://www.buzzsprout.com/958528/14805348

Total Eclipse of the Sun Visible in the United States by David Frawley

"This year of 2024 the Vedic New Year and New Moon in Pisces occurs on April 8, at which time there will be a total eclipse of the Sun, something that has not happened in centuries and so is quite ominous.

A total eclipse of the Sun for this planetary New Year is a matter of concern as the Sun is the ruler of all the planets and the zodiac overall. A total solar eclipse on this date shows a difficult year for the world as a whole. Yet most affected by the eclipse will be the region of the planet in which the track of the total eclipse occurs and can be seen in full. This is a very small region wide but considerable in length.

The main issue with the New Year and its total eclipse is that the eclipse track moves through the eastern United States from Texas to Maine, while a partial solar eclipse can be seen in the entire country. This shows the main influence of the eclipse affecting the United States. It is also called the “Great North American Eclipse”.

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*When you register, your name will be put on the ceremony altar for healing and blessings. If you would like additional names aside from yours (family, friends, loved ones, etc.) included, please email Raji at theyogaspace@gmail.com.

*Registration also includes an email after the ceremony with photos and specific mantras to chant to prolong the healing energy.

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Vedic Puja Ceremonies are the oldest existing ceremonies in the world. The ancient devotional and spiritual science of Puja is like a powerful prayer, supported and assisted by divine energy. Pujas may be used for many different life situations, including blessings and celebrations; for new beginnings, prosperity, career, health and healing.

Puja Ceremonies act like a vehicle which taps into the unlimited possibilities, resulting in energetic shifts that can increase awareness, transform and allow for the manifestation of true desires. Ceremony and Mantra practices are open and available to anyone, regardless of age, situation or religious belief.

Please click below to donate. Donations of any amount are gratefully accepted.

Upon payment, the Zoom link will be sent to you if attending virtually.

WEALTH, FORTUNE, PROSPERITY Shakti & the Abundance of Goddess Lakshmi An Online 21-day Mantra Meditation Practice with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel March 1-21, 2024

FREE INFO SESSION, Thursday, 2/29 at 12noon ET via Zoom. Would you like to learn more about this upcoming Online 21-day Mantra Meditation? *Please email Raji for the zoom link for the Free Info Session at theyogaspace@gmail.com.

*This 21-Day Mantra Meditation is included in the 2024 Mantra Membership OR you can sign up for it separately. To join the 2024 Mantra Membership, please scroll down for all the information and to register. *To sign up for this 21-day Mantra Meditation separately, please click here https://conta.cc/4bM2j30

Namaste, You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred Online 21-Day Supported Mantra Discipline, which includes Mantra Japa and Guided Meditation. The repetition of mantra, Mantra Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing you closer to your true potential. Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE:  Shakti, the primordial cosmic energy, is the creative power of the universe. It is also known as the power of the Great Feminine. It means “power” or “empowerment.” Shakti allows for manifestation and is responsible for all of creation and all change. In its most significant form, Shakti is the Kundalini energy, the serpent-like power coiled three times at the base of the spine. 

Lakshmi is the power of abundance. She is a member of the Feminine Trinity, along with Saraswati and Durga. She is the primordial mother. She bestows all abundance, both spiritual and material. 

“Lakshmi is the very epitome of abundance. According to scriptures written about her (principally, the Shri Suktam and Lakshmi Tantra), not only can she bestow abundance, she is the very source of it.” Thomas Ashley-Farrand (Namadeva Acharya)

Through this practice of Mantra and Guided Meditation, you can:

• Move beyond limited thoughts and conditioned beliefs,

• Develop one-pointed focus, concentration and clarity,

• Attract material wealth and prosperity into your life,

• Activate tantric energy from the base of your spine to renew and awaken creativity, strength and vitality,

• Celebrate the manifestation of abundance in all forms.

  FOR DETAILS AND TO REGISTER, PLEASE CLICK HERE
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2024 MANTRA MEMBERSHIP

*SPECIAL OFFER* Sign up for Level One by Feb. 16 and receive a FREE Tulsi Wood Mala! LEVEL ONE includes: ~Mantras and instructions for all 4 Mantra Meditation Practices (March 1-21, June 1-July 10, Sept. 1-21, Dec. 1-Jan. 9), ~Mantra Recordings, ~Daily Newsletters for the 21-Day Mantra Practices, ~Weekly Newsletters for the 40-Day Mantra Practices, ~Online Support during all Practices, if needed, ~A total of 12 Live Group Zoom Calls for the year (recorded for your convenience), ~A total of 4 Private Consultations with Raji for the year (1 during each 21-day and 40-day Mantra Practice), ~the benefit of the collective healing energy with all group members.

Join the 2024 Mantra Membership!                           4 Powerful Practices. Plan and Commit.                        Online 21-Day and 40-Day Mantra Practices                  with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

Would you like to learn more about the powerful healing benefits of Mantra and Meditation?Would you like to experience a more peaceful, joy-filled life? Would you like guidance and support throughout the year with life coaching, mantra meditation, reiki and other healing modalities?

Here’s an opportunity to commit to your well-being, commit to your spirituality, commit to your  journey of inner transformation for the New Year! Join Raji as she guides you through 4 powerful mantra disciplines…  

1) March 1-21, 2024 - WEALTH, FORTUNE, PROSPERITY, Shakti & the Abundance of Goddess Lakshmi, An Online 21-day Mantra Meditation Practice. The goddess Lakshmi, also known as Shri, is the Hindu goddess who embodies wealth, power, beauty, fertility, prosperity and abundance. Immerse in Mantras and Guided Meditations of Lakshmi, the shimmering one.  

2) June 1-July 10, 2024 - SUMMER SOLSTICE BLESSINGS, Honoring the Light Within, An Online 40-day Mantra Meditation Practice with Hand Mudras. Celebrate the Summer Solstice and its divine power. Embrace love and healing light, strength and well-being, and open your heart to fulfillment on all levels with Mantras of the Sun. Hand Mudras will be included to increase healing and vitality. 

3) Sept. 1-21, 2024 - COURAGE, CONFIDENCE & STRENGTH, Devotional Practices to the Goddess Durga, An Online 21-day Mantra Meditation Discipline. Discover the power of the Hindu Goddess Durga through Mantras and Guided Meditation that destroy negativity, bring confidence and courage and attract positive outcomes. Suggested devotional practices included to enhance your meditative experience. 

4) Dec. 1- Jan. 9, 2025 - THE DANCE OF SHIVA NATARAJA, Release and Rebirth through the Divine Comic Dancer, An Online 40-day Mantra Meditation Practice. An opportunity to re-evaluate. Focus on what brings abundance, connect with your true divinity and move into the energy which feeds your highest good. Step into the New Year with mantras of Shiva and Ganesha to release the old and welcome new beginnings. 

Here's how it works… You are invited to join me in the sacred practice of Mantra Japa Meditation. I have divided up the 2024 calendar year into 4 powerful categories. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing you closer to your true potential. Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

To live in the moment, to adapt to current life situations and to move forward with ease requires practices that reunite you with divine energy. Being reminded of the deep well of abundance and connection within and around you is vital during these times. It gives you an anchor to rest upon, a wellspring to relax into, a familiar, safe refuge. Chanting the ancient vibrations of Sanskrit in a collective group, you will build the energy internally, bathe in light and expand/utilize these energies in whatever form is needed in your individual life. In doing so, you affect all beings.

Whether you seek balance in the areas of physical or mental health, finances/career, relationships or spiritual advancement/illumination, mantra disciplines give the opportunity to accelerate the journey of personal transformation.

Simple, easy-to-follow instructions… 

On the day before the start date of each practice, you will receive the mantra practice in its entirety online with recordings of the mantras and details on the practice. There are varying lengths to each practice which range anywhere from 2 minutes a day to 30 minutes a day. You can customize each practice with the number of mantra repetitions that work best for you.

The mantras you receive are chanted daily, on your own time, at your convenience.

In addition, each practice includes Newsletters plus 3 Live Virtual Zoom Meetings, which are recorded for your convenience.                                            

You can choose your Membership Plan below.                                   Join the 2024 Mantra Membership. Commit to your practice!

LEVEL ONE (preferred):                                                                                                                      *This level includes the addition of Private Consultations with Rajeshwari throughout the year for increased growth and personal transformation.  Sign up for all 4 Mantra Disciplines with Zoom Calls and Private Consultations, (Total Value $1025, Your Cost $465)                                                                                                                     Level One includes:                                                                                                                 -Mantras and instructions for all 4 mantra disciplines,                                                              -Mantra recordings,                                                                                                                             -the benefit of the daily collective healing group energy,                                                                   -Daily Newsletters for the 21-Day Disciplines,  -Weekly newsletters for the 40-Day Disciplines,          -Online support via email for all disciplines, if needed,                                                                     -Plus 3 Live Zoom Calls and their recordings for all 4 disciplines,                                                   *and A PRIVATE PHONE OR ZOOM CONSULTATION WITH RAJESHWARI during each 21-day and 40-day discipline.

LEVEL TWO: Sign up for all 4 Mantra Disciplines with Zoom Calls, (Total Value $675, Your Cost $325)           Level Two includes:                                                                                                                         -Mantras and instructions for all 4 mantra disciplines,                                                              -Mantra recordings,  -the benefit of the daily collective healing group energy -Daily Newsletters for the 21-Day Disciplines, -Weekly Newsletters for the 40-Day Disciplines, -Online support via email during all 4 disciplines, if needed,                                                               -Plus 3 Live Zoom Calls and their recordings for each of the 4 disciplines.  

Please sign-up below:                                                                                                                            1) For your convenience, you can register online through PayPal below (online fee applies)      2) OR use Venmo, account Gretchen-Carmel    

~OR~

JOIN EACH PRACTICE SEPARATELY WITHOUT MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT (Please specify which practice when you sign up, no discounts apply)

21-Day Mantra Disciplines (single sign-up)                                                                                    Option One-$121 (Includes mantra practices and a private phone or zoom consultation with Rajeshwari within the 21-days) Option Two-$81 (Includes mantra practices)

40-Day Mantra Disciplines (single sign-up)                                                                                   Option One-$148 (Includes mantra practices and a private phone or zoom consultation with Rajeshwari within the 40-days) Option Two-$108 (Includes mantra practices)

Please sign-up below:                                                                                                                            1) For your convenience, you can register online through PayPal below (online fee applies)      2) OR use Venmo, account Gretchen-Carmel    

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You'll be participating with like-minded folks all around the globe, contributing to a collective mission of peace and transformation. Mantra Japa Meditation can bring tremendous results. The energetic group support intensifies the practice and brings great possibility for growth and life changes. I look forward to sharing this journey with you! 

In Love and Service,  Rajeshwari

Welcome 2024! TRANSFORMATION / NEW BEGINNINGS An Online 40-Day Mantra Meditation Created and offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Dec. 1, 2023 - Jan. 9, 2024

An opportunity to re-evaluate. Focus on what brings abundance, connect with your true divinity and move into the energy which feeds your highest good. Step into the New Year with mantras of Shiva to explore rebirth and clarity.

*End of year special, 2 for 1. If you would like, you can invite a friend to join for Free! After you register, please email me at theyogaspace@gmail.com with their name and email so they can enjoy this practice at no extra charge.

For all informaion and to register, please click below,
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KRIPALU ONLINE
THE GAYATRI MANTRA
A 3-Week Journey Into Sound And Healing Light
Presenter: Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Nov. 14, 21, 28, 6:30-8pm

To register, please visit: https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/gayatri-mantra-3-week-journey-sound-and-healing-light

ENHANCE YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS Join Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel, senior teacher in the lineage of Thomas Ashley-Farrand, as she guides you step-by-step through one of the most powerful healing mantras in the Hindu tradition.

The purpose of the Gayatri Mantra is to enlighten the mind and the intellect, accumulate the highest spiritual light, and attain enlightenment. Practiced both by Hindus and Buddhists, the Gayatri Mantra is recognized universally for its spiritual potency. It can be chanted aloud, whispered, or repeated in silence—and can be used by people of any religion or spiritual background. While chanting this mantra, your prana becomes energized, your aura becomes brighter, and a quiet permeates the mind.

Through discussion, group chant, and Q&A, you will learn:
-The short and long form Gayatri Mantra with meaning and applications, seed sounds and kriyas
-Simple instruction on correct pronunciation
-How to use mala beads
-Steps to create a successful home practice
*All levels are welcome and no prior experience with mantra is necessary.

NOTE Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider) and CE credits may be earned. More information will be provided during the program. You will have access to the video recording(s) for 30 days after the program ends. All recordings will be available within 72 hours of the end of each session.

Recommended reading: Thomas Ashley-Farrand, Healing Mantras: Using Sound Affirmations for Personal Power, Creativity, and Healing and Shakti Mantras: Tapping into the Great Goddess Energy Within

BONUS SESSION! By signing up for this program, you also get access to Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel program, How To Use Mala Beads, on November 7 for FREE.

Preview the Sessions
Session 1 An Introduction to the Gayatri Mantra
Learn the creation, history, meaning, and benefits of the Master Mantra, plus a Hindu myth of Gayatri herself. Embody effulgent light, enlighten the intellect, and illuminate the mind with the short form version.

Session 2 The Long Form Gayatri Mantra
Build attunement with the realms of light, commune with the celestials, receive spiritual knowledge, and develop Kavacha (spiritual armor) for protection against negativity with the long form Gayatri Mantra.

Session 3 Adding Seed Sounds, Hand Mudras and Kriyas
Discover powerful one-syllabled seed sounds to honor Ganesha, Lakshmi, Saraswati, and the Hrit Padma. Enhance your chanting with meditative hand gestures that draw focus inward and contribute to overall good health.

To register, please visit: https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/gayatri-mantra-3-week-journey-sound-and-healing-light

Kripalu Online
HOW TO USE MALA BEADS
Presenter: Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel
Nov. 7th, 6:30-8pm

To register, please visit https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/how-use-mala-beads

LEARN THE ENERGETIC & HEALING QUALITIES OF MALAS

A mala, or garland, is a string of prayer beads. Mala beads have been used for spiritual practices and worn for thousands of years in the traditions of Buddhism and Hinduism alike. Traditionally, they are used as a counting tool for the recitation of sacred words called Mantra Japa Meditation—and today, many modern yogis wear malas as jewelry or as a sacred and devotional statement.

Join Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel and discover the secrets to this sacred discipline. She will explain how and why mala beads can enhance and deepen a meditation practice. In addition to learning the history, symbology, and meaning of the 108 beads, you will:

-Learn how to hold the mala and count the beads.
-Understand the different types of malas and how to choose one.
-Embrace the energetics and healing qualities of chanting with malas.
-Know what to do if your mala breaks, and how to maintain and clean your malas.

This one-night online program includes discussion, group chant, and Q&A. All levels are welcome and no prior experience with mantra is necessary. It is suggested to have a mala, but not necessary.

Continuing Education Credits Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider) and CE credits may be earned. More information will be provided during the program. You will have access to the video recording(s) for 30 days after the program ends. All recordings will be available within 72 hours of the end of each session.

NOTE Kripalu is delivering this livestream experience through a third party platform. When you purchase this program, you will be sent to union.fit and asked to create an account to complete your purchase and receive further details on accessing the program. All sales are final. All recordings will be available within 72 hours of the end of each session. You will have access to the video recording for 30 days after the program ends.

Come celebrate 20 years of The Yoga Space! Ganesha/Lakshmi Puja Ceremony Thurs. Aug. 31st, 6:30-8pm In-Person or Virtual Doors open at 6:15pm, by donation

Last event at The Yoga Space, You are invited! Celebration, Abundance, Community

It's customary to bring flowers and/or a sweet treat to share. Wearing white or light colors is also suggested. Vedic Puja Ceremonies are the oldest existing ceremonies in the world. The ancient devotional and spiritual science of Puja is like a powerful prayer, supported and assisted by divine energy.

Ceremony and Mantra practices are open and available to anyone, regardless of age, situation or religious belief.

If attending via Zoom, please register through PayPal below or via Venmo, Gretchen-Carmel, to receive the zoom link. Donations of any amount are accepted.

GANESHA BLESSINGS Peace, Beauty & Stability An Online 21-Day Mantra Discipline Created and offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Sept. 1-21, 2023

At this time of year, we honor Ganesha Chaturthi (Ganesha's birthday). With mantras of Ganesha we embody strength and stability, peace and rejuvenation, the ability to remove the old and embrace the new.

"Ganesha is all-pervading spirit, radiant like the sun, and is the embodiment of all blessings." Rajeshwari 

Namaste,

You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 21-day supported mantra discipline, which includes Mantra Japa and Guided Meditation. The repetition of mantra, Mantra Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing you closer to your true potential. Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE: 

Ganesha is one of the most well known deities in the Hindu pantheon. Although Ganesha has many attributes, he is readily identified by his elephant head. He is widely revered, more specifically, as the remover of obstacles and thought to bring good luck, intelligence and wisdom. As the god of beginnings, he is honored at the start of all rites and ceremonies.

Ganesha/Ganapati energy is naturally at hand. As we tap deeper into this energy through the power of Ganesha mantras, we connect to a collective source with limitless resources. The potential magnifies to heal, shift and transform. 

Through this practice of Mantra Japa Meditation, you will experience: ~Focus, power and clarity ~Beauty and gentleness in soul and spirit ~Peace and calm in your environment ~The stabilizing force of the first chakra (Muladhara Chakra) for discernment and stability ~and the culmination of all blessings, what you truly want, as you connect to the all-pervading energy of Ganesha

Please click here and scroll down to register
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SUMMER 2023 MANTRA NARASIMHA MANTRA SERIES Protection, Wealth, Success 7/19, 8/23, 9/20, 7-8pm EST via zoom *Classes will be recorded for your convenience!

*Click on the image above to hear the Long Form Narasimha Mantra!

Narasimha is the lion-man avatar of Lord Vishnu with a lion head and a human torso and lower body. ‘Nara’ is a human being and ‘Simha’ is a lion, and ‘Nara-Simha’ is thus a Man-Lion. He is usually depicted with a fierce look on his face with bulging eyes and four to sixteen hands carrying different weapons, which include mace, discus, conch, axe, etc. One free hand will always be in Abhaya mudra or blessing posture. Sometimes, he is also depicted seated calmly with his consort Goddess Lakshmi as Lakshmi Narasimha.

Significance of Narasimha Mantras There are a variety of benefits to chanting Narasimha Mantras which include protection, curing dis-ease, warding off negative influences, fulfillment of honest desires in respect of longevity, wealth, success, etc. and leading towards liberation.

Class Schedule 7/19-Stories and History of Narasimha, Foundational Mantras of Narasimha with meaning and application. Introduction to the Long Form Narasimha Mantra. Group chant and meditation.

8/23-Learn the first verse of the Long Form Narasimha Mantra with meaning. Group chant and meditation.

9/20-Learn the second verse of the Long Form Narasimha Mantra with meaning. Review. Group chant and meditation. Notes on how to continue the mantras with a home practice.

*Suggested mantra and meditation practices will be offered between classes. *It is recommended to take all classes in the series for the full benefit.

Registration through PayPal is below. Payment can also be made by check or Venmo (Gretchen-Carmel)

FREE INFORMATION SESSION via Zoom
300Hr Advanced Mantra Teacher Training in the lineage of Thomas Ashley-Farrand Fri. July 28th, 12pm EST,
Training begins August 19, 2023

*Please email Raji for the zoom link at theyogaspace@gmail.com

IS THIS THE RIGHT TRAINING FOR YOU? Are you wondering whether this is the right training for you?
Are you a beginner to mantra or an experienced practitioner?
Do you need to have experience with yoga or be a yoga instructor?
How can mantra be used for personal transformation?
Is this training only for those who want to be certified as a mantra teacher?
Join us to learn more!
Raji will talk about the details of the training, its format, its gifts, why it is so unique and how and why mantra is a gateway to personal transformation.
Plus, we'll experience the power of group chant!
Hope to see you there!
Raji

Health & Healing Light Celebrate the Summer Solstice! with Mantra, Meditation and Yoga An Online 40-Day Discipline June 1 - July 10, 2023

The energy and healing light of the Sun (Surya) can bring increased health and vitality in all areas of your life. Celebrate the Summer Solstice and bring power and light to your body and mind.

For all the details and to register please visit
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SPRING 2023 MANTRA & MEDITATION SERIES Great Prosperity, World Peace, Summer Solstice Wed. 4/19, 5/24, 6/21, 7-8pm EST via Zoom *Recordings of the classes will be available. Sign up for one individual class or the 3-class series!

Three opportunities to cultivate a sense of peace and well-being, with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

The practice of Mantra is a form of Meditation. As you repeat and focus on powerful, healing Sanskrit words, the mind relaxes and has the space to rest. Whether a beginner or experienced practitioner, these tools will take you to a new level of awareness.

THE DIVINE MOTHER, SHAKTI OF ALL WEALTH: MANTRAS FOR GREAT PROSPERITY - 4/19/23, For this session, we will focus on prosperity; expanding, visualizing and receiving abundance through mantras of the Great Feminine. Open your heart to infinite possibilities!

HEALING THE PLANET: MANTRAS FOR WORLD PEACE - 5/24/23, Chant for restoration of Dharma and World Peace with Mantras that release negativity, cultivate compassion and bring universal peace.

CELEBRATE THE SUMMER SOLSTICE; MANTRAS OF HEALING LIGHT AND POWER - 6/21/23, We'll celebrate the first day of Summer with Mantras and Meditation of healing light and power. Feel joy and freedom with Spiritual Liberation Mantras of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.

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Each session will consist of a full explanation, meaning and application of the mantras, call and response chant to learn the words and cadence, then we'll chant together.

The ancient sound of mantra is a meditative practice of sound, vibration and healing. The Sanskrit language has a direct effect on our energetic and physical bodies, leading us to a state of peace, personal transformation and complete well-being.

All are welcome! No experience with mantra is necessary. For the full benefit, it is encouraged to participate in all 3 classes.

*Recordings of the classes will be available for your convenience.

$25 per class OR $60 for the entire chant series (3 classes). Venmo at Gretchen-Carmel or PayPal below.

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS: These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.

THESE CHANT CIRCLES MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE. Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

NEW! 4 Powerful Practices. Plan and Commit! Join the 2023 Mantra Membership Online 21-Day and 40-Day Supported Mantra Disciplines Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

1) ABUNDANCE, LOVE & MANIFESTATION, 21-day Mantra Discipline, March 1-21, 2023 Manifestation occurs when our thoughts align with our desires. We'll chant and meditate, using mantras of Krishna and Lakshmi, the highest form of bliss, love and material wealth.

2) HEALTH & HEALING LIGHT, 40-day Mantra Discipline, June 1-July 10, 2023. The energy and healing light of the Sun (Surya) brings increased health and vitality in all areas of our lives. Celebrate the Summer Solstice and bring power and light to the body and mind.

3) GANESHA BLESSINGS - Peace & Stability, 21-day Mantra Discipline, Sept. 1-21, 2023 At this time of year, we honor Ganesha Chaturthi (Ganesha's birthday). With mantras of Ganesha we embody strength and stability, peace and rejuvenation, the ability to remove the old and embrace the new.At this time of year, we honor Ganesha Chaturthi (Ganesha's birthday). With mantras of Ganesha we embody strength and stability, peace and rejuvenation, the ability to remove the old and embrace the new.

4) TRANSFORMATION/NEW BEGINNINGS, 40-day Mantra Discipline, Dec. 1- Jan. 9, 2024 An opportunity to re-evaluate. Focus on what brings abundance, connect with your true divinity and move into the energy which feeds your highest good. Step into the New Year with mantras of Shiva to explore rebirth and clarity.

Here's how it works. You are invited to join me in the sacred practice of Mantra Japa Meditation. I have divided up the 2023 calendar year into 4 powerful categories. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing you closer to your true potential. Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

To live in the moment, to adapt to current life situations and to move forward with ease requires practices that reunite you with divine energy. Being reminded of the deep well of abundance and connection within and around you is vital during these times. It gives you an anchor to rest upon, a wellspring to relax into, a familiar, safe refuge. Chanting the ancient vibrations of Sanskrit in a collective group, you will build the energy internally, bathe in light and expand/utilize these energies in whatever form is needed in your individual life. In doing so, you effect all beings.

Whether we seek balance in the areas of physical or mental health, finances/career, relationships or spiritual advancement/illumination, mantra disciplines give us the opportunity to accelerate the journey of personal transformation.

Simple, easy-to-follow instructions

On the day before the start date of each practice, you will receive the mantra practice in its entirety online with recordings of the mantras and details on the practice. There are varying lengths to each practice which range anywhere from 2 minutes a day to 30 minutes a day. You can customize each practice with the number of mantra repetitions that work best for you.

The mantras you receive are chanted daily, on your own time, at your convenience.

In addition, each practice includes Newsletters plus 3 Live Virtual Zoom Meetings, which are recorded for your convenience. ___________________________________

Choose Your Membership Plan. COMMIT TO YOUR PRACTICE! Join the 2023 Mantra Membership.

• Level One Sign up for all 4 Mantra Disciplines with Zoom Calls and Private Consultations, (Total Value $1026, Your Cost $440) Level One includes: Mantras and instructions for all 4 mantra disciplines, Mantra recordings, The benefit of the daily collective healing group energy, Daily Newsletters for the 21-Day Disciplines, Weekly newsletters for the 40-Day Disciplines, Online support via email for all disciplines, if needed, Plus 3 Live Zoom Calls and their recordings for all 4 disciplines, and A PRIVATE PHONE OR ZOOM CONSULTATION WITH RAJESHWARI during each 21-day and 40-day discipline.

• Level Two Sign up for all 4 Mantra Disciplines with Zoom Calls, (Total Value $678, Your Cost $340) Level Two includes: Mantras and instructions for all 4 mantra disciplines, Mantra recordings, The benefit of the daily collective healing group energy, Daily Newsletters for the 21-Day Disciplines, Weekly newsletters for the 40-Day Disciplines, Online support via email for all disciplines, if needed, Plus 3 Live Zoom Calls and their recordings for all 4 disciplines. ________________________________________

~OR~

JOIN EACH PRACTICE SEPARATELY (Please specify which practice when you sign up, no discounts apply)

• 21-Day Mantra Disciplines-single sign-up Option One-$108, Mantras and instructions, Mantra recordings, The benefit of the daily collective healing group energy, Daily Newsletters for the 21-Days, Online support via email, Plus 3 Live Zoom Calls and their recordings, and A PRIVATE PHONE OR ZOOM CONSULTATION WITH RAJESHWARI within the 21-days.

  Option Two-$81, Mantras and instructions, Mantra recordings, The benefit of the daily collective healing group energy, Daily Newsletters for the 21-Days, Online support via email, Plus 3 Live Zoom Calls and their recordings.

• 40-Day Mantra Disciplines-single sign-up Option One-$135, Mantras and instructions, Mantra recordings, The benefit of the daily collective healing group energy, Weekly Newsletters for the 40-Days, Online support via email, Plus 3 Live Zoom Calls and their recordings, and A PRIVATE PHONE OR ZOOM CONSULTATION WITH RAJESHWARI within the 40-days.

  Option Two-$108, Mantras and instructions, Mantra recordings, The benefit of the daily collective healing group energy, Weekly Newsletters for the 40-Days, Online support via email, Plus 3 Live Zoom Calls and their recordings. _________________________________________

You'll be participating with like-minded folks all around the globe, contributing to a collective mission of peace and transformation. Mantra Japa Meditation can bring tremendous results. The energetic group support intensifies the practice and brings great possibility for growth and life changes. I look forward to sharing this journey with you! In Love and Service, Rajeshwari

Please sign-up below: 1) For your convenience, you can register online through PayPal below (online fee applies) 2) OR use Venmo, account Gretchen-Carmel, 3) OR mail payment to The Yoga Space (address below)

THE LONG FORM GAYATRI MANTRA~108 Repetitions (In-Person or Virtual)
with current 200hr Mantra Teacher Trainees and Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel
Sun. March 5th, 3-4:15pm EST
By donation

Japa Meditation: 108 repetitions of the Gayatri Mantra:
"O Self-Effulgent Light that has given birth to all the lokas (spheres of consciousness) who is worthy of worship and appears through the orbit of the sun, illumine our intellect."

Among all the millions of mantras recorded in archives, the Gayatri Mantra is the essence of all mantras. The Sanskrit words contain essential vibrations of the upper luminous spheres of light. All spiritual powers and potencies are contained within them. For accumulation of the highest spiritual light and attainment of enlightenment, nothing else compares to the Gayatri.

We will chant 108 repetitions of the long form of the Gayatri Mantra. In addition, four seed sounds will be added to honor Lord Ganesha (remover of obstacles), Lakshmi (goddess of abundance), Saraswati (goddess of spiritual knowledge, music, science and the arts), and the Hrit Padma (the self, soul, jiva and the three-fold flame).

***All levels welcome. No experience with mantra is necessary. Handouts of the Gayatri Mantra will be available.

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS:
These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.

THIS CHANT CIRCLE MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

If you are participating virtually, upon receipt of your donation, we will send you the Zoom link and handout!

Payments can be made below via PayPal or via Venmo (Gretchen-Carmel).

WINTER 2023 MANTRA & MEDITATION SERIES Health, Wellness, Peace Wed. 2/1, 2/22, 3/22, 7-8pm EST via Zoom

Three opportunities to cultivate a sense of peace and well-being, with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

MANTRA AS MEDITATION - 2/1/23 The practice of Mantra is a form of Meditation. As you repeat and focus on powerful, healing Sanskrit words, the mind relaxes and has the space to rest.

During this session, you will be guided through simple mantra practices, easy-to-follow visualizations, silent meditation and pranayama (breath control). Whether a beginner or experienced practitioner, these tools will take you to a new level of awareness.

MANTRA WITH HAND MUDRAS - 2/22/23 Hand Mudras are powerful hand gestures used during meditation to produce joy and happiness and to control the flow of energy in the body.

During this session, you'll learn specific hand mudras to use while chanting, to cultivate extra energy and to multiply the healing benefits.

MANTRA & MEDITATION FOR THE SPRING EQUINOX - 3/22/23 We'll celebrate Spring, the return of warmth and light with Sun Mantras of radiance, brilliance, strength and enlightenment, plus you'll be guided through a meditation focused on healing on all levels and the Heart Chakra.

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Each session will consist of a full explanation, meaning and application of the mantras, call and response chant to learn the words and cadence, then we'll chant together.

The ancient sound of mantra is a meditative practice of sound, vibration and healing. The Sanskrit language has a direct effect on our energetic and physical bodies, leading us to a state of peace, personal transformation and complete well-being.

All are welcome! No experience with mantra is necessary. For the full benefit, it is encouraged to participate in all 3 classes.

*Recordings of the classes will be available for your convenience.

$25 per class OR $60 for the entire chant series (3 classes) Venmo at Gretchen-Carmel or PayPal below.

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS: These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.

THESE CHANT CIRCLES MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE. Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

SHAKTI MANTRAS BOOK GROUP Tapping Into The Great Goddess Energy Within with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel A Kripalu Online Event, 6 classes, Tues. 1/10/23-2/14/23, 6:30-8pm ET

JOIN THE BOOK GROUP

TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE

 Join Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel, senior teacher in the lineage of Thomas Ashley-Farrand, for a six-week online journey into the Shakti mantras—ancient prayers chanted by the seers and sages of India to connect us with The Great Feminine. These mantras are packed with energy and intention and designed to help you merge with the dynamic feminine energy of love in all its manifestations.

Through dozens of Sanskrit mantras and Hindu myths in Ashley-Farrand's illuminating book, Rajeshwari will guide you to

• Enhance your spiritual gifts

• Lighten your karmic burden

• Increase your prosperity and Shakti power.

Each online session consists of reading, discussion, group chant, and a Q&A session. Participants will learn Sanskrit goddess mantras with meanings and applications and simple instruction on correct pronunciation. Rajeshwari will also offer suggested weekly assignments, mantra disciplines, and steps to a successful home practice. A private Facebook group will be available for program participants to connect and share with one another.

Recommended reading Thomas Ashley-Farrand (Namadeva Acharya), Shakti Mantras: Tapping Into the Great Goddess Energy Within

Note Rajeshwari is a designated Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider whose course credit hours are honored by Yoga Alliance. 

Note Tuition does not include a copy of Shakti Mantras: Tapping Into the Great Goddess Energy Within. You will have access to the video recording(s) for 30 days after the program ends. All recordings will be available within 72 hours of the end of each session. 

Preview the Schedule 

Session 1 - Chakras, Sanskrit, and Shakti  & The Power of Knowledge and Speech  
Learn how the ancient formulas of divine sound work and their connection to our energetic and spiritual physiology: the chakras, nadis, kundalini energy, classifications of shakti power, and karma. Become familiar with the Goddess Saraswati, the creation of the universe, and the light-filled Gayatri Mantra.  

Session 2 - The Power of Consciousness and Spiritual Growth & The Power of Abundance  
Understand the supreme feminine force of Goddess Parvati, consort of Lord Shiva, and her mantras of devotion, nourishment, and liberation. Experience the birth story of Goddess Lakshmi, with mantras of all types of abundance: beauty, prosperity, power, peace and truth. Meet the Celestial Healer, Dhanvantari.  

Session 3 - The Power of Protection & The Power of Destruction of Negative Ego 
Hear stories of Goddess Durga in her many forms, recite a famous hymn to Shakti from The Devi Mahatmyam, and learn effective mantras for protection, strength, and self-confidence. Explore Goddess Kali, the dark one, with her quick, powerful and sometimes unyielding mantras for difficult circumstances and spiritual evolution.  

Session 4 - The Great Feminine with a Thousand Powers & The Power of Divine Love 
Manifest joy and freedom on the spiritual path with the tantric foundational mantra of Goddess Lalita and become introduced to the Sri Chakra, the wheel of the universe itself. Invoke primal creative power, fulfill desires, and remove depression from the body and mind. Hear stories of Krishna and his beloved Radha with mantras of divine love and bliss.  

Session 5 - The Power of Divine Compassion & The Power of the Divine Mother 
Connect with the Tibetan Goddess Kuan Yin with magical stories and mantras of dynamic compassion. Chant to Goddess Tara, the Universal Mother, discover her primary form, and invoke protection from hindering forces, sickness, and disease, and much more. Expand consciousness and increase healing energy while you infuse the Earth with global peace.  

Session 6 - The Misuse of Shakti Power & Shakti and Your Life 
Learn the outcome of misused power. Celebrate awakened Shakti as it begins to respond to your conscious thoughts in powerful ways. Shakti leads to the Divine Beloved within, where all questions are answered, where all tears are dried, and where all love resides.  

TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE

2022 Workshops/Events/Online Disciplines

MALA MAKING WORKSHOP with Daria Montferrante  Sun., Dec. 4, 2022, 1-3pm The Yoga Space, Keene, NH

Join Daria, Sacred Artist and certified Mantra Teacher, for an afternoon of Mala Making! 

Malas, meaning “garland”, are ancient prayer beads used for the practice of Mantra Japa Meditation, the repetition of sacred words and prayers. During this workshop, Daria will lead you through a process of making your own 108 bead Mala Necklace, infused with your own personal intentions and prayers. Beautiful gemstones such as amethyst, agates, rose quartz, fluorite and jaspers will be available. 

You will also learn simple, effective Sanskrit Mantras, the maintenance and care of your Mala, plus how to energetically cleanse your Mala. 

Whether you want to learn more about Malas and Mantra Japa or create and wear your Mala as spiritual jewelry, this workshop gives you the opportunity to explore, create and manifest!

WIth the holidays just around the corner, a Mala can also be the perfect gift!   

Supply Fee: $25, Workshop Fee: $40. Please contact Raji Carmel at theyogaspace@gmail.com to register.

HANUMAN'S MAGIC Strong Prana, Devotion, Adaptability An Online 40-Day Supported Mantra Practice Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel *Includes the HANUMAN GAYATRI MANTRA Nov. 21 - Dec. 30, 2022

*To help spread the power of this practice, I am offering a 2 for 1 package for this mantra discipline. Invite a friend or family member to join for FREE. When you register, please include their email address as well as yours. Blessings.

Namaste, You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 40-day supported mantra practice. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential.

Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE: HANUMAN'S MAGIC Strong Prana, Devotion, Adaptability

Hanuman, the monkey god, is the humble servant of Lord Rama. He is the embodiment of devotion. Well known in the Hindu epic the Ramayana, he is an emanation of Rama’s prana, or life force, and referred to as the "Son of the Wind God". Hanuman’s other name, Anjaneya, suggests him as an incarnation of Shiva.

Hanuman mantras work directly with prana and have a wide variety of benefits. They can bring grace, wisdom, courage, service, self-discipline, vigorous energy, new dimensions of power, immeasurable strength and resilience. They develop endurance and adaptability. They are also very powerful in helping to clear negative energy in the body and mind and to clear the nadis, the energetic pathways in the subtle body. With consistent practice and dedication, Hanuman mantras can eliminate all evil.

"The more mantra is performed, the more the prana becomes imbued with the consciousness present in the sound and energy of the mantra." Thomas Ashley-Farrand (Namadeva Acharya)

Practices for health and healing that can assist us on a daily basis bring comfort and reassurance. To live in the moment, to adapt to our current life situation and to move forward with ease requires practices that reunite us with divine energy.

Being reminded of the deep well of abundance and connection within and around us is vital during these times. It gives us an anchor to rest upon, a wellspring to relax into, a familiar, safe refuge. Chanting the ancient vibrations of Sanskrit in a collective group, we will build the energy internally, bathe in light and expand/utilize these energies in whatever form is needed in our individual lives.

In doing so, we effect all beings.

The mantras you receive are chanted daily, on your own time, at your convenience, for 40-days from Monday, Nov. 21 - Friday, Dec. 30.

This practice is designed to: 1) Awaken dormant energy within the physical, emotional, and mental bodies, 2) Bring devotion and sacredness to your work, personal life and relationships with self and others, 3) Invoke confidence, clarity, vitality and power into your everyday life, 4) Adapt with ease and grace, to events and current situations, 5) Manifest wishes and magic, new ideas and creative solutions.

Join me, as we dissolve barriers through sound, connection and awareness.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER, PLEASE VISIT
https://conta.cc/3FCDeJU

Speaking from the Heart—and Being Heard! with Bhavani Lorraine Nelson Nov. 6th, 2-4pm, In-Person at The Yoga Space or Virtual via Zoom

Whether your public speaking is on stage, teaching, or offering a toast, you’re not alone if you experience performance anxiety. For many, the fear of public speaking ranks higher than the fear of death. This workshop will teach you how to use the tools of breath and yoga to transform your fear into the joy that comes from authentically communicating the message of your heart.

Or perhaps you’re comfortable with your speaking ability—but still cannot be heard easily by everyone in the room. This workshop is definitely for you. It will give you tools to use your voice safely and effectively when projecting to the back of a large room.

You will learn: ~exercises to bring you present in your body before you speak; ~the body’s relaxation-producing breath, which naturally dissipates anxiety and powers the full expression of the voice;~and mindfulness techniques that maintain an inner focus.

Workshop presenter Bhavani Lorraine Nelson, a TM DTM and senior Kripalu program director, honed her own speaking skills in a long career encompassing acting, singing, radio and television work, and teaching of all kinds. Her Speaking from the Heart—and Being Heard! workshop has enabled many hundreds of students to use their voices more safely and effectively in their chosen professions. For a full bio, please click here.

$45 In-Person, $40 Virtual via Zoom. Payment through PayPal below (includes online fee) or Venmo (Gretchen-Carmel).

AUTUMN 2022 CHANT SERIES via Zoom Wednesdays 7-8pm ET 10/26, 11/30, 12/21

Join Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel once a month for this empowering Chant Series!

OCT. 26 - MANTRAS FOR DIWALI - The Festival of Lights Mantras of Lakshmi and Ganesha for Prosperity and Peace
Deepavali (also: Diwali) is one of India's biggest festivals. The word 'Deepawali' means rows of lighted lamps. It is a festival of lights and Hindus celebrate it with joy. During this festival, people light up their houses and shops with diyas (small cup-shaped oil lamps made of baked clay). They honor Ganesha for good welfare and prosperity and Goddess Lakshmi for wealth and wisdom. Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.

Diwali takes place annually and lasts for five days, marking the start of the Hindu New Year. The exact dates change each year and are determined by the position of the moon - but it usually falls between October and November. This year, Diwali runs from Oct. 21-25 , with Oct. 24 as the primary day.

NOV. 30 - MANTRAS OF GRATITUDE As we move into the holiday season, cultivate gratitude and compassion. Gratitude is a wonderful way to bring us into the present moment, sending out positive vibrations of abundance. The more abundant we think, feel and act, the more abundant we become.

We’ll focus on mantras for truth and bliss, recognizing the True Self with compassion and abundance. The Bhagavad Gita states: “Whatever is coming to you, you should have some level of contentment and with contentment comes gratitude.”

DEC. 21 - MANTRAS AND MEDITATION FOR THE WINTER SOLSTICE Embrace transformation and the return of the light! The Winter Solstice marks the official start of Winter. We have our shortest day and longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere in terms of daylight. The Sun’s gradual decrease in the sky reverses upon the winter solstice, marking what many cultures believe to be a “rebirth” of the Sun as the hours of daylight become longer.

We’ll embrace this change with Shiva Mantras and celebrate the return of the light with Mantras of the Goddess.

The winter solstice for the Northern Hemisphere occurs on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 4:48pm EST. _____________________________________________________________________________

Each session will consist of a full explanation, meaning and application of the mantras, call and response chant to learn the words and cadence, then we'll chant together.

The ancient sound of mantra is a meditative practice of sound, vibration and healing. The Sanskrit language has a direct effect on our energetic and physical bodies, leading us to a state of peace, personal transformation and complete well-being.

All are welcome! No experience with mantra is necessary. For the full benefit, it is encouraged to participate in all 3 classes. Recordings of the classes will be available.

$25 per class OR $60 for the entire chant series (3 classes) Venmo at Gretchen-Carmel or PayPal below.

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS: These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet. THESE CHANT CIRCLES MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE. Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

THE ALTAR WITHIN (Sacred Healing Through Reflection And Service) Sept. 23-25, 2022

EXPERIENCE DEEP DEVOTION & CONNECTION

Since ancient times, external altars and sacred space have provided a sanctuary for prayer, spiritual practice, and gifts from the divine. 

Join yoga instructor, Sanskrit mantra teacher, and Vedic ceremonialist Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel for a healing exploration into the Self as she guides you to embrace your own personal altar within. Through meditation practices, guided imagery, journaling, and the repetition of mantra, you will 

• Create a community altar

• Engage in discussion on the importance and maintenance of sacred space

• Practice self-inquiry and simple Sanskrit mantras for abundance, healing, and to clear negativity

• Participate in a traditional Vedic puja ceremony.

The weekend culminates with a special opportunity to assist Raji in blessing some of Kripalu's on campus statues. Revel in how this journey can unlock doors to freedom on the yogic path. 

Note Program participants are encouraged to wear light colored clothing for the puja ceremony, and bring a journal and small, sacred item to contribute to the community altar. This item can be taken home with renewed energy. A portion of this workshop will be held outdoors.

Registration here: https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/altar-within-sacred-healing-through-reflection-and-service 

SUMMER 2022 MANTRA IMMERSION ~Sarva Mangala Mangalyae Mantra~ 6 classes via Zoom Wednesdays July 20-August 24, 7-8pm EDT (Sessions will be recorded for your convenience)

Receive abundant blessings of the Great Feminine!

Sarva Mangala Mangalyae Shive Sarvartha Sadikae Sharanyae Tryambakae Gauri Narayani Namostute

“Oh, great feminine power which is the driving energy of Shiva, Narayana, whose very touch brings ecstasy, one who opens the eye of wisdom, bestow upon us the highest blesssings.”

Join Raji for a 6-class series exploring this beautiful melodic mantra, learning the subtleties step-by-step, invoking Shiva in a compassionate feminine form, closely related to Durga. Through chant, guided imagery and suggested weekly meditations, you will embody these sacred words and receive abundant blessings of the Great Feminine!

For the full benefit, it is encouraged to participate in all 6 classes.

Sliding scale fee $20-25, per class OR prepay for all 6 classes for $108. PayPal below or Venmo (Gretchen-Carmel)

POWER OF THE GODDESS Strength, Beauty, Justice An Online 21-Day Mantra Meditation Practice New Dates! June 28-July 18, 2022 with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

For more detail and all registrations, please visit https://tickets.brightstarevents.com/event/an-online-21-day-mantra-practice-

“You can, with work and dedication, take on the very qualities of the goddess herself. Why? Because she already lies within you.”  Thomas Ashley-Farrand, Namadeva Acharya

We begin on the New Moon!

Welcome!

You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 21-day supported practice, which includes Mantra Japa and Guided Meditation. The repetition of mantra, Mantra Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential. Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE: 

When the energy is high and the solar light is at its highest, you will embrace a heightened frequency of healing power, plus attune to the strength and beauty of the inner goddess at its peak.

In the East, the Great Feminine is considered the primal source of power, the Shakti that flows through our bodies and in nature itself. Shakti creates the pulse of life.

Through the practices of Mantra Japa Meditation, you will experience:

• The Wonder and Wisdom of Goddess Saraswati

• The Beauty and Abundance of Goddess Lakshmi

• The Strength and Justice of Goddess Durga

• The Nourishment and Devotion of Goddess Parvati

• The Destruction and Power of Goddess Kali

For more detail and all registrations, please visit https://tickets.brightstarevents.com/event/an-online-21-day-mantra-practice-

SPRING 2022 MANTRA INTENSIVE The Maha Ganapati Step Mantra 6-weeks: May 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 2022 7-8pm EST (in-person and zoom)

Join Raji as she guides you through a progression of steps to arrive at the Complete Maha Ganapati Step Mantra, with weekly chanting and discussion. Get ready to practice as we open up the vortex to bring into manifestation all things that have been forestalled. As Thomas Ashley-Farrand (Namadeva Acharya) would say, "Let's roll up our sleeves!"

The Maha Ganapati Step Mantra is constructed of many “steps” to create the complete mantra. The beauty in this formula is that each “step” is also a complete mantra in itself. The power is magnified as the energy builds.

Maha has two meanings. One, meaning “great,” and another, meaning “heart-centered.” Therefore, this mantra can help us merge tangible spiritual powers which are heart felt.

The Complete Maha Ganapati Step Mantra: Om Shrim Hrim Klim Glaum Gam Ganapatayae Vara Varada Sarva Janam Me Vasha-manaya Swaha Om. May the abundance producing Great Remover of Obstacles that transcends this apparent reality bring all things that concern me under my control.

Application: Opens the gates to things and conditions we desire, things that have been temporarily forestalled. Can be helpful in grounding real, tangible spiritual power and allow for manifestation in a heart-centered way.

Please pre-register here: PayPal includes online fees. Payment can also be made by sending a check to The Yoga Space, 82 Washington St, Keene, NH, 03431 or via Venmo (Gretchen-Carmel).

HEALING MANTRAS BOOK GROUP (KRIPALU ONLINE PROGRAM) Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm, March 22-April 26, 2022 with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

Registration at https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/healing-mantras-book-group

EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF SOUND 

Mantras, or simple chants, are short phrases packed with energy and intention, designed to generate powerful sound waves that promote healing, insight, creativity, and spiritual growth. Join Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel, senior teacher in the lineage of Thomas Ashley-Farrand, for a six-week online journey into the practical how-to book Healing Mantras.  

As Rajeshwari guides you through this illuminating book, learn how and why mantras work, and how to use mantras for everything from overcoming fear to finding inner peace. Through reading, discussion, group chant, and Q&A sessions, learn 

• Over 50 Sanskrit mantras with their meanings and applications

• Mantra disciplines and correct pronunciation of terms

• Necessary steps to a successful home practice.

Engage in weekly assignments and take home practices that can be used by anyone of any religious or spiritual background. 

Recommended reading Thomas Ashley-Farrand (Namadeva Acharya), Healing Mantras 

Note Each class consists of reading, discussion, group chant, and a Q&A session. You will have access to the video recording(s) for 30 days after the program ends. All recordings will be available within 72 hours of the end of each session. 

Preview the Schedule 

Session 1 - An Introduction to Sound and Healing  
Learn about the ancient formulas of divine sound work and their connection to our energetic and spiritual physiology, karma, the chakras, prana, and kundalini energy. Understand the importance of Mantra Japa, the basics of a mantra discipline, the correct way to use a mala (prayer beads), and a variety of powerful seed sounds.   

Session 2 - Love and Changing Planetary Karma  
Explore how mantra nourishes and heals, how it strengthens attraction and assists relationships to a place of fulfillment and freedom. Discuss types of karma, how to change the inner landscape, and work with planetary and sun mantras to help influence the body and mind.  

Session 3 - Health and other Inner Conditions  
Experience an array of mantras (Ganesha, Dhanvantari, Rama and Shiva, and more) and learn how they can help to remove energy blockages, offer guidance, develop strength and stamina, bring ease and comfort, and contribute to overall health and well-being. Address fear, anger, and other emotions with a powerful remedy to change negativity to a state of peace.  

Session 4 - Abundance, Prosperity, and Self-Empowerment  
Manifest your desires with intentions and foundational mantras to attract the principle of abundance in all forms. Develop new levels of energy, confidence, compassion, and spiritual advancement with the practice of meditation and the subtle sound of your breath.  

Session 5 - Chanting for the Planet and The Gayatri Mantra  
Connect with humanity and discover joy on the spiritual path. Find evolution, expand consciousness, and increase knowledge while you infuse the earth with dynamic compassion, using mantras of the Buddha, Kuan Yin, Shiva and Saraswati. Enlighten the intellect, join with the higher realms, and increase Kavacha (spiritual protection) with the Gayatri Mantra.   

Session 6 - Teachers, Gurus, and Your Spiritual Ideal   
Celebrate the practice of mantra, the conscious link between student and teacher, and the ancient path of vibration and sound. Access the true guru that resides in the heart and operates in accordance with your soul's own blueprint. Uncover your spiritual nature, spiritual ideal, and spiritual disciplines. 

Chant Circle via Zoom The Long Form Gayatri Mantra~108 Repetitions
with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Wed. March 23, 7-8pm EST, 2022

Japa Meditation: 108 repetitions of the Gayatri Mantra:
"O Self-Effulgent Light that has given birth to all the lokas (spheres of consciousness) who is worthy of worship and appears through the orbit of the sun, illumine our intellect."

Among all the millions of mantras recorded in archives, the Gayatri Mantra is the essence of all mantras. The Sanskrit words contain essential vibrations of the upper luminous spheres of light. All spiritual powers and potencies are contained within them. For accumulation of the highest spiritual light and attainment of enlightenment, nothing else compares to the Gayatri.

We will chant 108 repetitions of the long form of the Gayatri Mantra. In addition, four seed sounds will be added to honor Lord Ganesha (remover of obstacles), Lakshmi (goddess of abundance), Saraswati (goddess of spiritual knowledge, music, science and the arts), and the Hrit Padma (the self, soul, jiva and the three-fold flame).

***All levels welcome. No experience with mantra is necessary. Handouts of the Gayatri Mantra will be available.

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS:
These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.

THIS CHANT CIRCLE MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

Upon receipt of your donation, we will send you the Zoom link!

FULL MOON BLESSINGS Magic, Divine Love, Manifestation. An Online 21-Day Supported Mantra Practice. Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel. *Includes suggestions for Full Moon Ritual Practices February 16th - March 8th, 2022

The full moon is an auspicious time to honor, embrace and celebrate through Mantra and Ritual.

Namaste, You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 21-day supported mantra practice. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential.

Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE: FULL MOON BLESSINGS Magic, Divine Love, Manifestation

February's Full Moon, called the Snow Moon, reaches its peak illumination at 11:59am EST on Wednesday, February 16th. The explanation behind the Snow Moon is a simple one; on average, more snow falls during this month than any other in the Winter. The Full Moon is an auspicious time to honor, embrace and celebrate through Mantra and Ritual.

As the energy builds in the atmosphere around us and the moon shines its magical light, our thoughts, actions and dreams can feel expanded and rich. There is expanded possibility, a higher frequency to manifest and ample opportunity for intentional change. Tuning into nature and the environment around us helps us to understand ourselves on a deeper level. It's a time of abundance, filled with the potential for growth and renewal.

Plus, being reminded of the deep well of abundance and connection within and around us is vital during these times. It gives us an anchor to rest upon, a wellspring to relax into, a familiar, safe refuge. Chanting the ancient vibrations of Sanskrit in a collective group, we will build the energy internally, bathe in light and expand/utilize these energies in whatever form is needed in our individual lives. In doing so, we effect all beings.

For more information and to register, please visit https://conta.cc/34LaUVy

Winter 2022 MANTRA INTENSIVE Via Zoom with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Wed. Jan. 12, 26, Feb. 9, 23, March 9, 23, 2022 from 7-8:15pm EST

Deity Gayatri Mantras

Among all the millions of mantras recorded in archives, the Gayatri Mantra is the essence of all mantras. The Sanskrit words contain essential vibrations of the upper luminous spheres of light. All spiritual powers and potencies are contained within them. For accumulation of the highest spiritual light and attainment of enlightenment, nothing else compares to the Gayatri.

But, did you know that there are different Gayatri Mantras for many of the gods?

During this immersive series of classes, we will learn the meaning, the application, the pronunciation and cadence of at least ten of these additional Gayatri Mantras, culminating in the practice of the Long Form Gayatri Mantra for the last session 3/23.

Join me for this unique experience!

*Some experience with mantra is recommended.

For the full benefit, it is encouraged to participate in all 6 classes.

Sliding scale fee $20-25, per class OR prepay for all 6 classes for $108. PayPal below or Venmo (Gretchen-Carmel)

PAST EVENTS IN 2021….

WINTER SOLSTICE ABUNDANCE Mantras of Lakshmi with Daily LIVE Teachings and Meditation
An Online 9-Day Supported Mantra Practice Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel December 13-21, 2021

For all information and to register, please visit
https://conta.cc/3xCO64J

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Mantras for Prosperity and Peace An Online 21-Day Supported Mantra Practice Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel. *Also includes additional suggested practices for Diwali. November 4-24, 2021

Namaste,

You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 21-day supported mantra practice. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential.

Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE: Festival of Lights Mantras for Prosperity and Peace

Deepavali (also: Diwali) is one of India's biggest festivals. The word 'Deepawali' means rows of lighted lamps. It is a festival of lights and Hindus celebrate it with joy. During this festival, people light up their houses and shops with diyas (small cup-shaped oil lamps made of baked clay). They honor Ganesha for good welfare and prosperity and Goddess Lakshmi for wealth and wisdom. Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.

Diwali takes place annually and lasts for five days, marking the start of the Hindu New Year. The exact dates change each year and are determined by the position of the moon - but it usually falls between October and November. This year, Diwali runs from Nov. 1-5, with Nov.4th as the primary day.

In this 21-day mantra discipline, we will capture the light of Diwali with mantras that bring health, peace and prosperity, building the energy, directing good wishes to all areas of life.

For details on this 21-day discipline, please visit:
https://conta.cc/3bgimYt

Payment can be made through Venmo at Gretchen-Carmel or PayPal below.

Autumn MANTRA INTENSIVE Via Zoom

THE STHAVA-RAJA "king of all prayers" with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Wed. 10/6, 10/20, 11/3, 11/17, 12/1, 12/15, from 7-8:15pm

The Sthava-Raja is a Sanskrit hymn, 12 verses long, to the elephant-headed deity, Ganesha, meaning, "the king of all prayers."

Ganesha is the remover of obstacles, the one who clears the path and allows those things in life that have been forestalled, to manifest.

During this immersive series of classes, we will learn the meaning, the pronunciation and cadence of this hymn. It is said that whoever recites it will have all abundance and happiness!

Join me for this unique experience to learn and chant one of the most sacred hymns.

*Some experience with mantra is recommended. For the full benefit, it is encouraged to participate in all 6 classes. Recordings of the classes will be available.

Sliding scale fee $20-25, per class OR prepay for all 6 classes for $108. Venmo at Gretchen-Carmel or PayPal below.

THESE CLASSES MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE. Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

Autumn HEALING CHANT CIRCLES Via Zoom THE EIGHT FORMS OF SHIVA transformation, balance, happiness with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Thurs. 10/7, 11/11, 12/9, 7-8:15pm

Experience the power of group chant. BEGINNERS WELCOME!

Shiva, the god of destruction and rebirth, goes by many names, each with their own respective mantras and attributes. We'll focus on mantras to eliminate sorrow, to attune to the animal kingdom, to bring great healing, to understand masculine and feminine, to bring connection to the five elements of nature, to acquire sagely attributes, to purify the subtle body and understand time, to bring happiness to the earth, and to embody Shiva qualities.

Each session will consist of a full explanation, meaning and application of the mantras, call and response chant to learn the words and cadence, then we'll chant together.

The ancient sound of mantra is a meditative practice of sound, vibration and healing. The Sanskrit language has a direct effect on our energetic and physical bodies, leading us to a state of peace, personal transformation and complete well-being.

All are welcome! No experience with mantra is necessary. For the full benefit, it is encouraged to participate in all 3 classes. Recordings of the classes will be available.

Sliding scale fee $20-25, per class OR prepay for all 3 classes for $54. Venmo at Gretchen-Carmel or PayPal below.

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS: These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet. THESE CHANT CIRCLES MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE. Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

ARATI 101 3-Class Summer Series, In-Person and Virtual with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel July 14, August 4 & 25, TIME CHANGE 7:30-8:45pm EST

Are you interested in Hindu ceremony? Are you curious about additional devotional practices on the yogic path? Do you want a deeper connection to the Hindu deities?

In this Arati 101 series, we will cover the basics of a 5-Form Pancho-pachara Puja, Arati ceremony:

Here's what you will learn:

1. The history, origin and benefits of Arati Ceremony. 2. Simple Sanskrit Mantras. 3. Select verses from the Purusha Suktum (Hymn to the Transcendental Oversoul). 4. An introduction to the Hindu deities. 5. The purpose and symbology of the materials used in Arati ceremony. 6. Step-by-step instructions on how to set up and perform a 3-5 minute Basic Arati Ceremony, as taught by Thomas Ashley-Farrand (Namadeva Acharya).

For more information and to register, please click here

SUMMERTIME ABUNDANCE. Light, Expansion, Beauty An Online 21-Day Supported Mantra Practice. Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel July 7-27, 2021

Namaste, You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 21-day supported mantra practice. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential. Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

 ABOUT THIS PRACTICE:   

Summertime Abundance (Light, Expansion, Beauty)

As the Summer begins to emerge and we begin to step out from a long hibernation due to the pandemic, there is a sense of renewal, of light, of expansion. This is a time to celebrate, to honor our connection to the inner firepower that nourishes us and sustains our strength and creativity. It's a time of abundance, filled with the potential for growth.

This Online 21-Day Supported Mantra Practice is designed to release stagnant energy from the past and renew, replenish with abundance. We'll be using mantras to both eliminate the old and open to the beauty of the Summer season, with assistance from the Hindu deities Ganesha and Lakshmi.

The mantras are chanted daily, on your own time, at your convenience, for 21-days from July 7th - 27th.

 We bathe in the Summer light and warmth.

Being reminded of the deep well of abundance and connection within and around us is vital during these times. It gives us an anchor to rest upon, a wellspring to relax into, a familiar, safe refuge. Chanting the ancient vibrations of Sanskrit in a collective group, we will build the energy internally, bathe in light and expand/utilize these energies in whatever form is needed in our individual lives. In doing so, we effect all beings.

This practice is designed to:

1) Bring together the energies of Ganesha (removal of impediments) with the Goddess Lakshmi (the source of all abundance). 2) Release thoughts and habits that you don't need and replace them with new positive ways of being. 3) Create opportunities to notice and enjoy the abundant qualities of the season and embrace a more peaceful life. 4) Cultivate time for the things you love, the things that are meaningful, the things that truly nourish your soul.

*I'll also include Summer ritual practices to spark creativity and help honor the Summer months.

*In addition, this practice will include a Virtual Zoom Meeting on Tues. July 20th at 7pm EST, for those that would like to participate, to chant together and for Q & A.

For more information and to register, please click here: https://conta.cc/3xMg0tU

HANUMAN JAYANTI PUJA CEREMONY via Zoom Devotion, Strong Prana, Adaptability  with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Tuesday, April 27th, 2021, 7-8pm EST

This is a FREE event.

This year, Hanuman Jayanti, Hanuman’s birthday, will be observed on Tuesday, April 27, 2021.

Hanuman is the Hindu monkey god and the devoted servant of the god Rama. He is also the son of the wind-god, Vayu, and is one of the central characters of the Hindu epic The Ramayana. 

To celebrate this auspicious day, devotees observe a day-long fast and perform puja by offering vermilion or red cloth. Various kinds of foods, sweets and flowers are also offered to Lord Hanuman and distributed to his followers as Prasad.

Mantras of Hanuman invoke devotion, new dimensions of power, bring vigorous energy, strengthen on all levels, clear pranic blockages, develop endurance, and remove evil and negativity. They also make the sayer physically, mentally and emotionally resilient, adaptable in all situations.

During this Hanuman Puja Ceremony we’ll chant Hanuman Mantras together to increase the energy.   

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Pujas are the oldest existing functional spiritual ceremonies in the world, dating back thousands of years. Pujas are like a powerful prayer, supported by divine energy. They are undertaken as a form of asking the Divine for help and guidance, for seeking true spiritual advancement and for expressing gratitude. Wearing white or light colors to a Puja always enhances the sacred atmosphere.

All are welcome, No experience is needed to attend a Puja. You may simply observe, taking in the energy. 

*If you would like to follow along and perform a small puja at home, please have the following items. I’ll give simple instructions.  

1. Hanuman murthi (statue), any size

2. Plate for Hanuman to sit/stand

3. Cup of water and a small spoon

4. Small towel, or paper towels

5. Kum kum powder and/or sandalwood paste

6. Small piece of red cloth

7. Small bowl with uncooked rice

8. Fresh flowers (red if possible or marigolds)

9. Prasad (fruit and/or sweets)

10. Incense and incense holder

11. Candle and lighter/matches

TO RECEIVE THE ZOOM LINK AND PASSWORD FOR THIS EVENT, please email me at theyogaspace@gmail.com. 

There is no charge to attend this event. If you would like to make a financial offering, donations are gratefully accepted through PayPal, rajima108@gmail.com or Venmo, Gretchen-Carmel. 

I look forward to being in ceremony with you.  In Love and Service, Rajeshwari 

All mantra teachings and Vedic ceremony with Rajeshwari at The Yoga Space are offered with love and devotion in honor of Namadeva Acharya, Thomas Ashley-Farrand. For a complete bio on Raji, please visit https://www.mantrateachertrainings.com/raji

SPRING 2021 CHANT CIRCLES Via Zoom with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel THE EIGHT FORMS OF LAKSHMI Abundance, Abundance, Abundance! Sundays, April 18, May 9, June 20, 5-6:15pm EST

Experience the power of group chant. BEGINNERS WELCOME!

Lakshmi, the goddess of abundance, is the primordial and essential mother of all. Her energy is expansive, her gifts are limitless.

"Abundance" can manifest in many ways. Compassion, purity of body/mind/speech, wealth of good crops, proper nutrition, courage and strength, great patience, inner stability, grace, healthy children, success in endeavors, material wealth, will power, knowledge, education and learning, and more....

The ancient sound of mantra is a meditative practice of sound, vibration and healing. The Sanskrit language has a direct effect on our energetic and physical bodies, leading us to a state of peace, personal transformation and complete well-being.

Each session will consist of a full explanation, meaning and application of the mantras, call and response chant to learn the words and cadence, then we'll chant a certain amount of repetitions together. We'll also move into meditation and breathing techniques to help integrate the energy. Mantra practices will be suggested between classes!

All are welcome! No experience with mantra is necessary.

Sliding scale fee $20-25, per class OR prepay for all 3 classes for $54.

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS:

These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.

THESE CHANT CIRCLES MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE. Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

After we receive your donation, we will send you the Zoom link!

THE MAGIC OF NEW BEGINNINGS Embracing 2021 Continued Support during Covid-19  An Online 40-Day Supported Mantra Practice. Jan. 18 – Feb. 26, 2021

*At this time of uncertainty and to help spread the power of this practice, I am offering a 2 for 1 package for this mantra discipline. Invite a friend or family member to join for free. When you register, please include their email address as well as yours. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Blessings.

Namaste,

You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 40-day supported mantra practice. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential.

Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits. For more information and to register, please visit http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1103455422229&ca=01bb1003-0ef4-40c3-be5b-3ee7bf5e903d

PLANETARY MANTRAS 2021 CHANT CIRCLES~VIA ZOOM with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel
Peace, Health, Well-Being Sun., Jan. 24, Feb. 21, March 21, 2021, 5-6pm EST  *I’ve added an extra class on March 28th, 5pm to cover mantras for Uranus, Pluto, Neptune and Mother Earth, registration below!

The Vedas teach that everything has consciousness, including the planets and the stars. The planets influence our life, our emotions, our physical and mental health. Planetary alignments in our individual birth charts can bring challenges and lessons for us to grow and evolve. A committed practice of Sanskrit mantras can help ease the impact and soften karma.

We’ll study the meanings and applications (material, esoteric, and physiological) of mantras for the Sun, Moon, Mars, Jupiter, Venus, Mercury, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu.

All are welcome! No experience with mantra is necessary.

Sliding scale fee $18-25, per class.

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS:
These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.

THESE CHANT CIRCLES MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

After we receive your donation, we will send you the Zoom link!

PAST EVENTS IN 2020….

THE ART OF RESILIENCE in challenging times Health & Healing Support during Covid-19 An Online 21-Day Supported Mantra Practice. Nov. 30 - Dec. 20, 2020

Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel. (Senior Teacher in the lineage of Namadeva Acharya, Thomas Ashley-Farrand)

*At this time of uncertainty and to help spread the power of this practice, I am offering a 2 for 1 package for this mantra discipline. Invite a friend or family member to join for free. When you register, please include their email address as well as yours. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Blessings.

Namaste,

You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 21-day supported mantra practice. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential.

Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE: The Art of Resilience in challenging times Health & Healing Support during Covid-19

As we continue to navigate through these challenging, uncertain times, practices for health and healing that can assist us on a daily basis bring comfort and reassurance. In a sense, we are being asked to live in the moment, to adapt to our current life situation and to accept this global pandemic, weeding out the gifts and potential lessons. We know all things are temporary, but how do we endure, move forward, stay balanced and healthy, when the future is not clear? So many unknowns, yet we do have the capacity to build resilience and stay optimistic.

This Online 21-Day Supported Mantra Practice is designed to support this process. We'll be using mantras to help sustain equanimity, bring peace of mind and cultivate strength and vitality, even amidst turbulent times.

For all information and to register, please click below, http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1103455422229&ca=a1772120-655a-4edc-916e-c30edf691897

CHANT CIRCLES via Zoom The Twelve Names of Ganesha
with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel
Peace, Health, Well-Being
Sundays, Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 22, Dec. 20, 2020 5-6pm EST

***All levels welcome. No experience with mantra is necessary. Handouts of the mantras will be available. Sliding scale fee $18-25.
Once we receive your donation, we'll send you the Zoom link!

THE TWELVE NAMES OF GANESHA
Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity, removes obstacles through the principle of internal unity. We will learn and chant a stack of mantras which include 12 Ganesha mantras. Each month we will focus on 3 mantras including the meaning and applications. Join me in a powerful practice that brings peace, one-pointedness, abundance, courage, and much more! Om Rajeshwari

The Twelve Names:
Sumukha, Ekadanta, Kapila, Gajakarnaka, Lambodhara, Vikata, Vighanasha, Vinayaka, Dhumraketu, Ganadhyaksha, Bhalachandra, Gajanana

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS:
These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.
THIS CHANT CIRCLE MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

For more info on Raji, please visit https://www.mantrateachertrainings.com/raji

May all beings be healthy, happy and free from harm.
Om Dhumra Ketuvae Namaha 

VIRTUAL EVENT via Zoom
FREE INFORMATION SESSION for the upcoming 200hr Mantra Teacher Training, Oct. 2020-May 2021 Sunday, Sept. 27, 7pm EST (link below)

THIS TRAINING WILL BE OFFERED IN KEENE, NH AND ONLINE!
IS THIS THE RIGHT TRAINING FOR YOU?
THE NEXT 8 MONTH TRAINING BEGINS OCT. 3rd, 2020!
Early Bird Rate~Save $200 until August 15th, 2020.
mantrateachertrainings.com
Vermont Residents - this training is covered under VSAC, vsac.org. You may be eligible for a full scholarship!
Are you wondering whether this is the right training for you?
Are you a beginner to mantra or an experienced practitioner?
Do you need to have experience with yoga or be a yoga instructor?
How can mantra be used for personal transformation?
Is this training only for those who want to be certified as a mantra teacher?
Would you like more information on our Online Training Option?
Join us to learn more!
Raji will talk about the details of the training, its format, its gifts, why it is so unique and how and why mantra is a gateway to personal transformation.
Plus, we'll experience the power of group chant!
Hope to see you there!
Raji
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Raji Carmel is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Free Info Session~200hr Mantra Teacher Training Time: Sep 27, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81110914907?pwd=alBkK05RNWlCODdHWThyUzRzRE4ydz09

Meeting ID: 811 1091 4907 Passcode: 122542

Chant Circle via Zoom The Long Form Gayatri Mantra~108 Repetitions
with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel Sundays, July 19 and August 16, 7-8pm EST

Japa Meditation: 108 repetitions of the Gayatri Mantra:
"O Self-Effulgent Light that has given birth to all the lokas (spheres of consciousness) who is worthy of worship and appears through the orbit of the sun, illumine our intellect."

Among all the millions of mantras recorded in archives, the Gayatri Mantra is the essence of all mantras. The Sanskrit words contain essential vibrations of the upper luminous spheres of light. All spiritual powers and potencies are contained within them. For accumulation of the highest spiritual light and attainment of enlightenment, nothing else compares to the Gayatri.

We will chant 108 repetitions of the long form of the Gayatri Mantra. In addition, four seed sounds will be added to honor Lord Ganesha (remover of obstacles), Lakshmi (goddess of abundance), Saraswati (goddess of spiritual knowledge, music, science and the arts), and the Hrit Padma (the self, soul, jiva and the three-fold flame).

***All levels welcome. No experience with mantra is necessary. Handouts of the Gayatri Mantra will be available.

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS:
These special sessions include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.

THIS CHANT CIRCLE MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

Upon receipt of your donation, we will send you the Zoom link!

THE CELESTIAL HEALER
Health & Healing Support during Covid-19
An Online 21-Day Supported Mantra Practice
May 20 - June 9, 2020

Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel
(Senior Teacher in the lineage of Namadeva Acharya, Thomas Ashley-Farrand)

*At this time of uncertainty and to help spread the power of this practice, I am offering a 2 for 1 package for this mantra discipline. Invite a friend or family member to join for free. When you register, please include their email address as well as yours. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Blessings.

Namaste,

You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 21-day supported mantra practice. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential.

Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

For all information and to register, please click below,
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1103455422229&ca=967f60f1-37c3-43f1-a5f3-f7ec95532424

SHAKTI MANTRAS Book/Study Group
6 sessions, 3-4:30pm via Zoom
April 19, 26, May 17, 31, June 7, 14, 2020

Book written by Thomas Ashley-Farrand, Namadeva Acharya,
Study Group facilitated by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

You're invited to join me for this unique offering, reading and studying Namadeva Acharya's book Shakti Mantras.

"In the East, the Great Feminine has always been held in high esteem, not as a secondary source of power but as the primal power—the shakti that flows through our bodies and all of nature. Centuries ago, the seers and sages of India observed that particular chanted prayers—Sanskrit mantras—connect us with this feminine energy and increase its potency. Now, with Namadeva Acharya's Shakti Mantras, we can all benefit from this ancient practice.
Sound is more than simply a medium of artistic expression. Sound has practical and powerful applications in the real world.
Mantras, or simple chants, are short phrases packed with energy and intention--specifically designed to generate powerful sound waves that promote healing, insight, creativity, and spiritual growth.
These mantras can be repeated aloud or in silence and can be used by people of any religion or spiritual practice, "as you wash dishes, as you drive on the freeway, as you meditate, or as you cook."

Participants can join in for the 6 sessions at The Yoga Space in Keene, NH or Online through Zoom Live Stream. Sessions will be audio recorded and shared if you cannot attend the designated times.

Sessions include:
~Reading,
~Discussion,
~Group chant,
~and suggested homework assignments.
We'll cover all the Sanskrit Mantras in the book with their meanings and applications, plus personal ways to bring Mantra into your daily life.

*Private Facebook Page will be available to connect, share, ask questions.

*Shakti Mantras Book is not included. Available at The Yoga Space or online at https://sanskritmantras.com.

THIS BOOK GROUP MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

Financial Offering: $180, includes 6 Sessions, recorded audio session files, private facebook page access to connect with other participants, suggested homework readings and mantra practices.

CHANT CIRCLE~
THE APADAMAPA MANTRA OF RAMA
Japa Meditation~108 repetitions for Healing & Health
with Raji Gretchen Carmel
April 19, May 17, June 14, 5-6:15pm

Online via Zoom

“Om. O most compassionate Rama, please send your healing energy right here to the earth, to the earth (twice for emphasis). Salutations.”

One of the most powerful healing mantras for physical, emotional/mental and spiritual healing. We will learn and chant this mantra 108 times!

*We will set up a healing altar for this event. Feel free to bring pictures, items, malas, jewelry, etc. to absorb the healing energy. Beginners welcome!

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS:
These special chant circles include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.

*THIS CHANT CIRCLE MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

Financial offering $18-$25

Health, Strength, Resilience
Essential Tools for the Covid-19 Pandemic
An Online 40-Day Supported Mantra Practice
with Mantra Japa and Guided Meditation

March 30th - May 8th, 2020

Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel
(Senior Teacher in the lineage of Namadeva Acharya, Thomas Ashley-Farrand)

*At this time of uncertainty and to help spread the power of this practice, I am offering a 2 for 1 package for this mantra discipline. Invite a friend or family member to join for free. When you register, please include their email address as well as yours. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Blessings.

Namaste,
You are invited to join me in a very powerful and sacred 40-day supported mantra practice. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential.
Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

For all information and to register , please click below,
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1103455422229&ca=4a211c0b-75b4-4253-a4b1-1b8d3b67e6c7

A TIME FOR CHANGE
Awareness, Acceptance, Freedom

An Online 21-Day Supported Mantra Practice

February 24 – March 15, 2020

Created and Offered by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel
(Senior Teacher in the lineage of Namadeva Acharya, Thomas Ashley-Farrand)

Namaste,
You are invited to join Raji in a very powerful and sacred 21-day supported mantra practice. The repetition of mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can reduce karma and ease suffering, bringing us closer to our true potential.
Anyone can practice mantra. You do not need to have any previous experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to fully receive the benefits.

ABOUT THIS PRACTICE:
A Time for Change
Awareness, Acceptance, Freedom

Changed,chang·ing:
to make the form, nature, content, future course, etc., of (something) different from what it is or from what it would be if left alone: to change one’s name; to change one’s opinion; to change the course of history, to transform or convert.

In this 21-day mantra discipline, we will look at and define where there is an opening for change in your life, how you would like to change and what type of change is necessary.
Through the energy of Ganesha (internal balance), Shiva (destruction and rebirth), and Kwan Yin (compassion, peace, stillness), we bring about change to transform and heal. For more information and to register, please click here.

Healing Mantras Book/Study Group

Book written by Thomas Ashley-Farrand, Namadeva Acharya
Study Group facilitated by Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel
6 sessions
Participate in Keene, NH or Online!

You're invited to join me for this unique offering, reading and studying Namadeva Acharya's book Healing Mantras.

"Sound is more than simply a medium of artistic expression. Sound has practical and powerful applications in the real world."

"Mantras, or simple chants, are short phrases packed with energy and intention--specifically designed to generate powerful sound waves that promote healing, insight, creativity, and spiritual growth. Healing Mantras is the practical, how-to guide that makes the strengths and benefits of mantras available to everyone. The transformative power of sound has been passed down to the present from the sages of India, the classical scientists of ancient Greece, and the medieval monks of Europe. Mantras, sounds, and chants have inspired, comforted, and mended the lives of individuals, religious orders, and even entire cultures. Even though the science and discipline of chanting and formal prayer are practiced in every religion around the world, this is the first time that ancient Sanskrit mantras have been explained and adapted to Western needs.

One of the few Western experts in Hindu and Buddhist mantras, Thomas Ashley-Farrand has practiced mantra-based spiritual disciplines for twenty-five years. In this illuminating book, he explains how and why mantras work and shows how to use them for everything from controlling habits to overcoming fear, from curing specific ailments to finding inner peace. In each of the more than fifty mantras, all translated from the original Sanskrit, Ashley-Farrand unlocks the power of every word, explains its appropriate application, and tells you how to pronounce it in easy-to-follow phonetic symbols. Inside, you'll find mantras for:
- Health - Worldly Success - Habit Control - Protection - Grief - Anger - Controlling Fear - Personal Attraction - Wisdom - Concentration and Mental Clarity - Healing Life Issues - and more!

These mantras can be repeated aloud or in silence and can be used by people of any religion or spiritual practice, "as you wash dishes, as you drive on the freeway, as you meditate, or as you cook." Sound can help and sound can heal, and Healing Mantras now makes this sound medicine available to everyone."

Participants can join in for the 6 sessions at The Yoga Space in Keene, NH or Online through Zoom Live Stream. Sessions will be audio recorded and shared if you cannot attend the designated times.

Sessions include:
~Reading,
~Discussion,
~Group chant,
~and suggested homework assignments.
We'll cover all the Sanskrit Mantras in the book with their meanings and applications, plus personal ways to bring Mantra into your daily life.

*Private Facebook Page will be available to connect, share, ask questions.
*Healing Mantras Book is not included. Available at The Yoga Space or online www.sanskritmantra.com

THIS BOOK GROUP MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

Financial Offering: $180, includes 6 Sessions, recorded audio session files, private facebook page access to connect with other participants, suggested homework readings and mantra practices.

The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra, Healing Mantra of Shiva~108 Repetitions with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

“O three-eyed Shiva who is fragrant, bless me with health and immortality…..”

The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is one of the most powerful healing mantras in the Hindu tradition. It has been known to heal all types of diseases…physical, emotional, mental. This is a wonderful opportunity to chant for yourself, for loved ones and for world peace.
No experience with yoga or mantra chanting is necessary. Handouts of The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra will be available.

*We will set up a healing altar for this event. Feel free to bring pictures, items, malas, jewelry, etc. to absorb the healing energy. Beginners welcome!

HEALING GROUP MANTRAS:
These special chant circles include Sanskrit mantra chanting and meditation with a focus on spiritual illumination, healing of ourselves and loved ones and peace for our planet.

*THIS CHANT CIRCLE MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

An Introduction to Mantra Japa Meditation with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

What is Mantra? What are Mala beads? Is Mantra part of the Yogic Path?
Join Raji for an introduction to the world of Mantra. The repetition of Mantra, called Japa, is an ancient meditative tool which can ease suffering and bring us closer to our true potential. It is a powerful modality that can be applied to all life situations. With the proper guidance, the practice of Mantra can change your life, plus you need not have any experience with Yoga or Mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to obtain the benefits!

During this workshop, you will:
-Learn the history and energetics of Sanskrit Mantra,
-Understand the origin and symbology of the sound of OM (AUM),
-Learn what a Mala is, how to properly use and cleanse it ,
-Experience simple, effective meditation and breathing techniques,
-Learn a variety of mantras for common problems in everyday life, with their meanings and applications,
-Experience the power of group chant,
-Learn how to bring Mantra into your everyday life to manifest deep peace, healing on all levels and transformation.

Each participant will receive handouts, plus a special gift to help support a home Mantra practice!
*Workshop fees vary according to venue. Please contact venue for registration.

THIS WORKSHOP MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

MANTRA JAPA MEDITATION Creating a Personal Mantra Practice
with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

The word “mantra” comes from the Sanskrit words “manas” (mind) and “trai” (to protect or set free from). Mantra simply means “to set free from the mind.”
Sanskrit is an energy-based language. Each letter and word carries a specific frequency, which when chanted, can heal, purify, protect, strengthen and calm. It is a powerful tool that can be applied to all life situations. With the proper guidance, the practice of mantra can change your life, plus you need not have any experience with yoga or mantra or have any specific spiritual belief to obtain the benefits!

During this workshop, you will learn:
-The history of Sanskrit Mantra,
-Why the Sanskrit language is so powerful and healing and how it is energetically connected to our Spiritual Physiology,
-Details on how to properly use and cleanse a Mala,
-What an Altar is, the importance of an Altar, steps to create and maintain one,
-The different types of Mantra Disciplines, plus supported practices,
-How to select the most effective Mantras for you and the process to create a Personal Mantra Discipline for healing and transformation.

Areas of focus include: abundance, career, health, relationships, addictive behavior, protection and spiritual advancement. Each participant will receive handouts and individualized guidance on a personal mantra practice to begin at home. This workshop is intended for all levels.

*Workshop fees vary according to venue. Please contact venue for registration.

THIS WORKSHOP MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.

MANTRA MEDITATION Healing the Chakras through Sound with Rajeshwari Gretchen Carmel

Chakras are dynamic wheels of energy, spinning wheels of light, vortexes in our subtle body. Each major chakra corresponds with major nerve ganglia which are located along the spine of our physical body. Chakras are also meeting points of subtle energy channels called Nadis. Sanskrit mantra is an energy-based language having a direct correlation to the chakra system. Each letter and word carries a specific frequency, which when chanted properly, can purify, balance, strengthen and heal.

During this workshop, you will:
-Learn the history and energetics of Sanskrit Mantra, including how the Sanskrit language is directly connected to the Chakra system, -Learn the location, color, symbology and seed sounds associated with each of the seven major Chakras located along the spine, -Learn about additional esoteric Chakras such as the Hrit Padma, Manas Chakra, Soma Chakra and Guru Chakra, plus Chakra systems that are placed in our spiritual anatomy, in every organ and gland, -Learn the healing benefits of a Chakra altar, how to create and maintain one, -Experience a powerful Chakra Meditation with visualization and mantra, -Be guided through a journaling process to reveal areas of personal balance and/or imbalance. 

Each participant will receive handouts and guidance on a chakra mantra practice to begin at home. This workshop is intended for all levels.

THIS WORKSHOP MAY BE USED AS CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS WITH YOGA ALLIANCE.
Rajeshwari is a designated YACEP, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, with course credit hours honored by Yoga Alliance.