Discover Inner Peace and Wellness: Join Our Community Peace Series
Sept. 21 – Oct. 24, 2024
Embark on a transformative journey dedicated to nurturing inner peace and enhancing mental wellness through a series of thoughtfully curated events. We invite you to immerse yourself in a range of activities designed to inspire, heal and connect.
Series of 8 Webinars
Every Tuesday & Thursday @7PM CT
October 1 to October 24
Peace Webinar Series
Welcome to our transformative series of eight webinars designed to guide you on a journey towards inner peace and holistic well-being. Whether you’re seeking to deepen your yoga practice, enhance your mindful leadership skills or connect with your inner self through meditation techniques, these sessions offer valuable insights and practical tools for a balanced and fulfilling life.
You can join the session of your interest or join them all and experience the full benefits of this series as we pave the way for a more peaceful, balanced and fulfilling life.
Register once for the entire series
Webinar 1 | Tuesday, Oct. 1, 7PM CT
Holistic Health and Healing: Exploring Yoga and Ayurveda
Sharon Kapp
Ayurvedic Doctor, Certified Yoga Therapist & Teacher and owner of Houston Yoga Ayurveda
Join us for an enriching webinar featuring Sharon Kapp, founder of the Houston Yoga & Ayurveda Center, as we explore a holistic approach to achieving balance and wellness. This session will introduce you to the therapeutic benefits of yoga and the ancient healing practices of Ayurveda. Learn how to maintain mind-body harmony through time-tested techniques designed to prevent and reverse imbalances.
Discover therapeutic yoga that rejuvenates both body and spirit, offering stress relief and fitness without the exhaustion of a typical workout. Sharon will also guide us through the principles of Ayurveda, offering natural, holistic solutions for conditions where Western medicine may fall short. From yoga to Ayurveda and Panchakarma, this webinar will open doors to alternative healing, no matter your age, weight, gender, or background.
Whether you’re seeking better health, stress relief, or natural healing, this webinar provides practical tools and wisdom for living your best, balanced life.
Webinar 2 | Thursday, Oct. 3, 7PM CT
The Heartfulness Way – from Inner Peace to Outer Peace
Joshua Pollock
Heartfulness Trainer, Speaker, Violinist, and Co-Author of the bestselling book 'The Heartfulness Way'
Our modern, fast-paced world tells us that in order to be happy and fulfilled, we must invest our time and energy in chasing status and success, and accumulating as much as we can. Yet this approach often leaves us feeling empty inside. What if there is another way? What if, instead of gambling our contentment on life’s transient fortunes, we learn to be heartful instead?
Heartfulness is a unique, accessible practice that awakens us to the wisdom and inspiration that comes from the heart and transforms us from within. Discover the core techniques of the practice including relaxation, meditation, cleaning and prayer. Using these experimental tools, you’ll realize the joy of a truly heartful life – one filled with compassion, acceptance, and love, connecting your inner peace to outer peace.
Webinar 3 | Tuesday, Oct. 8, 7PM CT
Exploring Yog Sopanam: A Journey into Ashtanga and Traditional Yogic Wisdom
Dr. Hetal Nayak
Yog Sopanam
Join us for an insightful webinar featuring the founder of Yog Sopanam, as we delve into a transformative yoga journey that bridges tradition and modern practice. Yog Sopanam© offers a structured yet flexible approach, paving the way toward Yog Margam© 1, 2, and 3—a progressive exploration of the Ashtanga Primary Series. This 7-step ladder integrates traditional lineage-based pranayam and meditation techniques, along with a comprehensive syllabus that evolves in complexity at each level.
Participants will discover how the Yog Sopanam curriculum honors timeless yogic texts, such as the Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutras, Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and the Upanishads, while providing adaptable pathways to suit individual proficiency and age. With opportunities to skip levels and engage in community volunteer teaching, this approach offers both 200-hour and 500-hour teacher training programs.
Whether you’re a novice or an experienced practitioner, this webinar will showcase how Yog Sopanam supports a deeper understanding of yoga, making it accessible to all.
Webinar 4 | Thursday, Oct. 10, 7PM CT
Beyond Meditation: Integrating Heartfulness into Daily Life
Uma Mullapudi
Heartfulness Meditation Trainer
- Practical ways to carry meditation practices into everyday actions.
- Building peace in personal, professional, and social spheres.
- Developing lasting habits that promote peace at all levels.
Webinar 5 | Tuesday, Oct. 15, 7PM CT
Mindful Leadership: Fostering Inner Peace and Wellness in the Corporate World
Prasad Sankaran
EVP Software & Platform Engineering at Cognizant
Join us for an insightful webinar featuring Mr. Prasad Sankaran, Executive Vice President at Cognizant, as he shares his perspective on the importance of inner peace in the corporate world and its impact on overall employee well-being. As a leader in a global organization, Mr. Sankaran will discuss how Cognizant’s corporate wellness programs are designed to support mental, emotional, and physical health, fostering a culture of mindfulness and balance. He will explore how organizations can create environments that promote inner calm, resilience, and productivity, contributing to both personal and collective well-being. Drawing from his extensive experience in leadership, Mr. Sankaran will highlight the value of incorporating mindfulness practices into corporate wellness strategies to improve employee engagement, reduce stress, and enhance overall happiness.
This webinar will provide valuable insights for both professionals and leaders seeking to create more peaceful, balanced, and thriving workplaces. The session will include a live Q&A and conclude with a universal meditation practice for peace.
Webinar 6 | Thursday, Oct. 17, 7PM CT
Optimizing Wellness: Cultivating Inner Peace for a Balanced Life
Ruchika Behal
National Board Certified- Health & Wellness Coach, Applied Functional Medicine Practitioner, Founder - Nourish Your Life Wellness Coaching
Join us for an empowering webinar featuring Ruchika Behal, a renowned wellness coach, as she explores how cultivating inner peace can lead to overall well-being and personal transformation. With her extensive experience in guiding individuals toward balanced living, Ruchika will share practical techniques to nurture mental, emotional, and physical wellness. In this session, she will highlight the importance of mindfulness, self-care, and positive mindset shifts in achieving long-term peace and happiness. Drawing on her work as a wellness coach, Ruchika will provide actionable strategies for managing stress, improving emotional resilience, and creating a harmonious life.
This webinar is an opportunity to learn how simple, effective wellness practices can help you reconnect with your inner calm and lead to a healthier, more peaceful existence. Attendees will benefit from her holistic approach to well-being, with the session concluding with a live Q&A and a guided universal meditation for inner peace.
Webinar 7 | Tuesday, Oct. 22, 7PM CT
Holistic Healing: Connecting Inner Peace to Physical and Mental Well-Being
Dr. Munish Chawla
Lifestyle Medicine
Join us for an enlightening webinar featuring Dr. Munish Chawla, co-founder of Embee Lifestyle Docs and advocate for a holistic approach to health and well-being. As an experienced physician specializing in lifestyle medicine, he will explore the profound connection between inner peace and physical health, emphasizing how mindfulness, nutrition, and lifestyle choices contribute to overall wellness. In this session, Dr. Chawla will share practical strategies for integrating mind-body practices, such as meditation and mindful living, into daily routines to prevent disease and promote long-term health. He will also highlight how cultivating inner peace through these approaches can enhance emotional resilience and community well-being.
This interactive webinar is perfect for anyone looking to achieve balance and improve their mental, physical, and social health. It will conclude with a live Q&A session and a short guided meditation.
Webinar 8 | Thursday, Oct. 24, 7PM CT
Transcendental Meditation: Awakening Inner Peace and Collective Consiousness
Dr. Anil Maheshwari
Professor at Maharishi International University
Join us for a profound webinar featuring Dr. Anil Maheshwari, an expert in transcendental meditation and a renowned speaker on collective consciousness. Dr. Maheshwari will explore how individual inner peace can ripple outward to influence societal well-being, offering insights into the power of collective consciousness. Drawing from his extensive experience in meditation, Dr. Maheshwari will explain how transcendental meditation can be a powerful tool for cultivating inner calm, expanding awareness, and contributing to a more peaceful world. This session will guide participants on how personal meditation practices can foster global harmony and how tuning into collective consciousness can enhance both individual and community well-being. Attendees will leave with practical tools to integrate transcendental meditation into their daily lives and a deeper understanding of its role in creating positive social impact.
The session will conclude with a live Q&A and a universal meditation practice.
Peace Walk
Join Heartfulness Houston for a special Peace Day event at the beautiful Sugar Land Memorial Park Pavilion! This free, family-friendly event is open to everyone. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors as we come together to celebrate World Peace Day.
A day filled with love, positivity, and community spirit. Opportunities to connect with others who share a passion for peace and unity.
When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 – 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM CT
Where: Sugarland Memorial Park – 15300 University Blvd Sugar Land, TX 77479
Agenda:
7:30 AM – 8:15 AM Peace walk around the lake
8:15 AM – 8:45 AM Yoga & Sound Healing
8:45 AM – 9:30 AM Refreshments
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Heartfulness Meditation
Heartfulness Event
Join us at the Heartfulness Event happening at the beautiful Hindu Temple of The Woodlands for a day filled with love, meditation, and self-discovery. This event is a great opportunity to connect with your inner self and find peace amid our busy lives.
When: Saturday, September 28, 2024 – 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM CT
Where: Hindu Temple of The Woodlands – 7601 South Forestgate Drive Spring, TX 77382
Agenda:
3:00 PM Welcome Reception & Cultural program
4:00 PM Recognition event
5:00 PM Peace Intention Prayer and meditation
About Heartfulness
Heartfulness Institute, a humanitarian and educational organization that offers simple meditation-based tools for mental and holistic wellbeing. Our mission is to build resilient communities through individual peace and harmony. This is achieved though nurturing the mind through positive affirmations and gentle regulation.