Meditation and Mindfulness

in English, in Paris!


“What lies behind us and what lies before us
are small matters compared to what lies within us.”
—Ralph Waldo Emerson

LEARN how to meditate at the very first session

DISCOVER and practice a variety of meditation techniques, of both concentration and contemplation approaches.

RELAX with gentle, guided meditations in a peaceful atmosphere for the well-being of body, mind and spirit

EXPAND your consciousness as you experiment with lessons in mindfulness

ENJOY the fellowship of a small, supportive group for discussion and sharing on diverse spiritual and life themes

ENHANCE your life with the transformative power of meditation

EXPERIENCE a multitude of benefits for the rest of your life:                           

Inner peace

Deep relaxation

Better focus

More enjoyment in the here and now

Increased awareness

Feeling centered and calm

Better sleep

Healthy work/life balance

Less stress

These are but a few of the multitude of
benefits of meditation.

Learn how to meditate and make it a fulfilling,
enjoyable and regular part of your life in my
Meditation and Mindfulness course, held entirely                      in English, in central Paris.

You'll learn how to meditate in the very
first session. In my full 10-lesson course,
you'll discover and practice a dozen classic,
calming, mindful meditation methods, including:

• conscious breathing and breath-counting
• candle and crystal meditations
• mantras and chanting
• yogic breathing
• compassion, loving-kindness and metta
  
• light and color
• shikantaza and shamatha 

By the end of my course you'll know what
you're doing and why, and be on the path
to a lifetime of benefits of well-being
through meditation.

How does my course differ from other meditation classes in Paris?

• The class is held entirely in English for fluent-English speakers of any nationality. The typical group is multi-national and interesting!
• It is inclusive of all faiths, and not focused just on Buddhism.
• It is appropriate for those who simply want meditation for secular reasons, such as stress management and calm focus.
  
• It teaches you several distinct methods, not just one, so you can find the method that really suits your personality and life.
  
• Both concentration and contemplation techniques are presented.
  
• You are not required to sit in an uncomfortable lotus position on the floor, or get up before dawn to meditate (unless this suits you).
• You receive real instruction and support materials. By the end of the class you have a comprehensive manual which is yours to keep.
  
• Small groups (12 people maximum) are friendly, supportive and relaxed, and allow for personal attention and better connectedness.
• You learn how to incorporate meditation into your life and make it a positive new habit. You also learn how to keep meditating when your routine changes (such as when you have guests or when you travel) and what to do if you stop meditating and how to return to it.
  

Take-home support materials are included with each session. Lesson by lesson, you'll build a beautiful manual with exercises, articles and food for thought. No books are required to read, although there are many wonderful books on meditation which I recommend (see my suggested reading list at right). Tuition includes all materials.

Created and led by Jane Grey, Ph.D.

Meditating since 1989
Teaching meditation since 1994
See bio

Please  contact Jane about organizing a Meditation and Mindfulness course for your business, organization, or group of friends.

Meditation and Mindfulness

Course Curriculum, Format and Formulas

• conscious breathing and breath-counting
• fire, earth and water meditations
• mantras and chanting
• yogic breathing
• compassion and loving-kindness
• light and color
• shikantaza and shamatha 

Tuition for the full 10-session private course:

For one person:  2990 €

For two persons: 3990 €

For other small group rates, please inquire within.

Tuition fees are good through 2021.

Contact Jane

 

Please  contact Jane to arrange for private lessons or a group class for your organization.



Testimonials

A few quotes from Jane's meditation students:


“I came for meditation and got a whole lot more.”
— Birthe Stein

"Jane makes meditation accessible."
— LaVonne W.


“Thank you for this priceless gift.”
— Matthew O.


“Before Jane’s meditation class, I was just dabbling.
Learning a variety of techniques and having the support
of this weekly class helped me to become a real meditator. ”
— Pat Sharron   


"Jane’s meditation class played a crucial role
in my spiritual development.”
— Deborah D.

“This class was like coming home.”
— Kathleen Connors Bouchaud
 

Contact Jane to arrange for enrollment in the next Meditation workshop, or to arrange a class for yourself or your corporate team. 





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Recommended

Reading

for Meditation and Mindfulness. No book purchase is required with my class, but further reading is certainly encouraged.



"How to Meditate"
    Lawrence LeShan
    1974, Bantam Books

"Meditation"
    Eknath Easwaran
    1978, 1991, Nilgiri Press

"The Miracle of Mindfulness"
    Thich Nhat Hanh
    1975, 1987, Revised Ed., Beacon Press

"A Path with Heart"
    Jack Kornfield
    1993, Bantam Books

"The Three Minute Meditator"
    David Harp

"Wherever You Go, There You Are"
    Jon Kabat-Zinn
    1994, Hyperion

"The Attention Revolution: Unlocking the Power of the Focused Mind"                         ....B. Alan Wallace, 2006

Highly recommended non-melodic music "sound" for meditation:

"Angel Love"
by Aeoliah 

www.aeoliah.com



FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Jane's meditation classes



•    What are the benefits of meditation?

Regular meditators often experience any of the following:

• Inner peace and calm
• Better sleep
• Better physical health
• Healing facilitated on every level
• Increased ability to focus and concentrate
• Increased ability to relax
• Increased ability to “let go”
• Increased compassion for self and others
• Increase in faith and trust
• Less anxiety
• Less tension
• Less stress
• Less fuzzy thinking
• Less worry
• Feeling less distracted and scattered
• Feeling more centered and grounded
• Healthier responses to stress and upset
• Expanded self-awareness and understanding
• Increased clarity
• Better self-esteem and self-confidence
• Better self-management
• More contentment
• More creativity
• More patience
• Better decision-making
• Increased ability to forgive
• Increased spiritual connection
• Increased awareness and sensitivity
• Improved intuition
• Increased ability to manage thoughts and emotions
• Increased ability to step out of vicious cycles of thinking
• Feelings of comfort and well-being

...and that’s just for starters!

•    What kind of meditation do you teach?

I teach many different styles because I don’t believe that there is just one “best” way for everyone. Each week in this workshop you will learn at least two approaches to meditation and mindfulness, including the classic techniques of conscious breathing and chanting.  

Different techniques will suit different people, different personalities and different lifestyles, at different times.  By having a repertoire of methods, you can practice what works for you at any given moment in your life. It’s the practice that makes you a meditator, not the method.

Meditation is both an art and a skill, and it can be approached creatively.

•    What about Transcendental Meditation (TM)?

It is called transcendental because it is meant to transcend the ego mind. In fact, ALL meditation is meant to do that. The TM folks just copyrighted the name. In TM you are usually assigned a secret mantra.  I will teach you how to choose a mantra, and how to use it.  I do not “assign” you a mantra, nor require you to keep it a secret, although you may do so if you choose, of course. The TM method is a worthy and valid form of meditation, but there are many other ways to meditate.
 
•    Is this course about religion?   Is this a cult? 

This is a spiritually-oriented course but it is not about religion.  The group is absolutely not a cult. The course is meant to be friendly, inclusive and useful to people of any faith.  People want to learn meditation for different, not necessarily spiritual, reasons. I teach the principles and methods of meditation, not a belief system.

•    Is meditation against my religion?

It is said that prayer is talking to God, and that meditation is listening...

As far as I know, meditation is not prohibited by any religion. However, I have heard of clergy who discouraged people from meditation, considering prayer to be preferable.  I disagree (and I think this clerical disapproval of meditation is really a power play.)  Prayer and meditation are complimentary spiritual practices. I am not advocating one over the other.
 
•    What happens if I don’t attend all of the sessions?

If you keep practicing, you will not fall behind. If you miss a session, you will be provided with your weekly materials so that you can catch up on what was presented during your absence.  I do suggest that you not miss the first session.  There is no tuition reimbursement for missed sessions. Tuition does not include private coaching or make-up sessions.

•    How big is a group?   What can I expect during a typical session?

A group class is limited to 12 people. The class is held entirely in English.  Each session will include presentation and practice of new meditation techniques, relaxing guided meditations and time for questions, sharing and discussion.  The week’s materials are distributed at the conclusion of the session.

Corporate groups of any size are booked 3 months to 1 year in advance.

Private and semi-private lessons are arranged.

•    At what point do we learn to meditate?  When will I become a real meditator?

You will learn the basics of meditation on the very first session. As soon as you practice meditation, you are a
meditator! That can happen immediately.  

Becoming an experienced meditator happens gradually  
as you practice and build your skill and understanding. You will have “homework” which consists of practicing that week’s meditation technique. The real work happens outside of class.

•    I don’t have a lot of time to devote to meditation.
Is this a problem?

Meditation creates more time than it takes. This is because meditation tends to increases your ability to focus, to live and work with more clarity and efficiency. You will enjoy the most benefits from meditation when you practice it regularly and frequently. That could be twice a day or three times a week, depending on the results you want, your lifestyle and level of commitment. In this workshop you will learn how to integrate meditation into your life. In any case, meditating occasionally is always better than not meditating at all.
 

•    I already know how to meditate.   Why should I take this class?

You will find this class stimulating and motivating. If you:

•    don’t meditate regularly and would like to find new impetus

•    would enjoy the experience of group and guided meditation

•    are bored with your current meditation routine and would like to learn new ways to meditate

•    want to meet and make friends with like-minded people

•    want to be part of a spiritually-oriented group, and/or

•    would like to broaden your understanding and experience of meditation,

then this class will be worthwhile for you.  Many people have taken my meditation classes more than once.

•     I want to arrange a private class or corporate workshop. Do we have to do all ten lessons?

Private classes and corporate workshops can be of any duration. I tailor them to fit your objectives, budget and time constraints.

•     My organization or team wants to learn to meditate but we don't want spiritual discussion. Can you teach us meditation without talking about spirituality?

There is absolutely no requirement for any spiritual orientation or discussion. I am happy to teach meditation to secular groups, with no spiritual agenda whatsoever.

Contact Jane to be notified of the next group Meditation workshop, or to arrange a private class for yourself or a workshop for your organization or corporate team.