Rogers’s Television presented a series of
Chronicles on Meditation

From September 24, 2002 until December 17, 2002

Aired on the program "Entre Nous" on the subject of Meditation, with Lynne Cardinal

The Themes Presented:

September 24
Deep Breathing: A Source of Vitality and Healing

We will introduce the guiding principles for healthy breathing, teach breathing exercises that are easy and efficient and explain the importance of deep breathing and its benefits.

October 1st
Stabilizing Meditation: A Technique that is Accessible to All.

We will explain the effect of our thoughts on our daily life and introduce two easy meditation techniques accessible to all while explaining their benefits. These exercises provide us with a deep mental rest and are fundamental to the practice of meditation.

October 8th
Analytical Meditation and Inner Clarity

How to establish priorities and become the creator of a fulfilling existence. Tools to improve our relations and our daily life.

October 15th
Ancient Wisdom for a Modern World: The Yog Sūtras of Patanjali

We will explain the basic philosophy of the ancient sage Patanjali. This traditional text is entitled Patanjali Yog Darshan. The text, which is thousand years old, inspires a remarkable thought process through a concise, profound and pragmatic philosophy. This handbook is the heart of traditional Yoga. Overview.

October 22nd
The Thought of Patanjali: Chapter 1

Concentration and mental meandering. We will explain how to practice concentration. The practice of detachment and patience will carry us toward astonishing results. Techniques to reduce mental activity.

October 29th
The Thought of Patanjali: Chapter 2

The heart of this spiritual practice. The value of regularity and the rich philosophy which surrounds this practice. The obstacles or mental blocks which we encounter on the way; to recognise and to release them.

November 5th
The Thought of Patanjali: Chapter 3

The practice of meditation leads to positive transformations which are inspiring and which we will address. The importance of detachment vis-ą-vis these transformations. Ego and its enticements.

November 12th
The Thought of Patanjali: Chapter 4

The pure nature of mind. Discriminating between Pure Consciousness and mind. Realising the Witness Self.

November 19th
Detachment (vairaagya)

Four stages to reach detachment and mental clarity. The old traditions encouraged a monastic life of renouncement. An evolution of the traditional thought reflects a path which is accessible to all and which is based on a state of detachment. This state does not require us to renounce our social or cultural life.

November 26th
Memory and Its Effects on Our Daily Life
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How to purify a memory which taints our existence. How to cultivate future healthy and positive memories. Selective memory. The importance of meditation to purify the field of memory.

December 3rd
Karma: Principles of Non-action and Destiny

The principles of the law of karma and that of non-action are essential tools. Non-action is a path that releases the consciousness from expectations and anguish vis-ą-vis the results of the actions posed. Non-action is a state of consciousness that has the capacity to transform our destiny, to improve it.

December 10th
The Relationship Between Masters and Disciples

To carefully choose a teacher who will not commit physical, financial or mental abuses and who will encourage inner strength and wisdom within all. Avoiding the hierarchy and bondage contained within certain traditions.

December 17th
Voluntary Simplicity

Refusal of over-consumption. Protection of the environment. More time for the family and leisure. Voluntary Simplicity helps relieve stress and especially allows us to take the time to express deeper feelings of care and empathy for our family and friends. To appreciate moments of peace and quiet and to learn how to draw wisdom and wellbeing in this simplified existence. Voluntary Simplicity creates a great source of satisfaction and happiness.

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