Experience the powerful energy of group meditation! Whether you're new to meditation or looking to deepen your existing practice, our gatherings offer a welcoming and nurturing space for everyone.
In our shared moments of stillness and through our conversations, you’ll discover how to gently shift your focus to the peace that's always present, quiet the mind's persistent chatter, respond calmly and skilfully to life’s challenges and find emotional balance, unlocking a serene state of being that endures beyond our sessions.
Our gatherings offer more than just a meditation session they are a doorway to:
- practice meditation regularly and in a group amplifying its impact compared to practising alone
- receive personal guidance on your meditation journey
- attend retreats monthly to explore meditation deeper and gain profound insights
- form friendships and meaningful connections in a compassionate community that shares the same journey through our monthly social gatherings
NOTE: to fully experience the benefits we suggest attending at least 5 consecutive sessions.
IMPORTANT: The event is free. To ensure we have enough places for all, we kindly ask you to register via this registration link: forms.gle/25SbuYAu3SUaZXQy8 (please copy and paste to open). The same link will be provided upon getting a free ticket here which can be found under "Instructions from the host".
❦ When
Mondays at 18.00 - Kindly arrive on time!
❦ Schedule
- Tea, chocolate meditation & discussions
- 2 x 25 min. meditation and 10 min. walking meditation in between
- Private meditation counselling (optional)
❦ Private Meditation Counselling
During the meditation session, you’re welcome to step into a private room for a short conversation with either Julia or Harri. You can discuss your meditation practice share your thoughts and feelings openly and find guidance.
❦ Connect & Form Friendships
Let's create a community of friends keen to support one another! Join us every last Thursday of the month at Kahvila Lähde for a heartwarming evening where we share stories and form meaningful connections over tea and coffee.
As friendships blossom so is everybody’s meditation practice as it’s being nurtured and strengthened by the shared sense of connection of the community. We'll give you more details in person.
♥ Be part of the community: facebook.com/groups/helsinkinondualityandmeditationgroup
Search "Helsinki Nonduality and Meditation Group" on Facebook
❦ Sharing a nondual understanding
As this group is anchored in nonduality we aim to consciously become one with reality by being present with our breath touch sight and all experiences. When we become lost in these the ego or the psychological “I” emerges which means we unconsciously identify with our experiences.
❦ Dress Comfortably
Please bring clothes that allow you to sit cross-legged. Chairs are also available.
❦ How to get here
Wanha Labra room - go Kahvila Lähde, turn left and go upstairs.- Check this video on finding Wanha Labra from Ruoholahti Metro Station:
Lapinlahden Lähde (8-min. walk from Ruoholahti metro station)
Lapinlahdenpolku 8
Helsinki
❦ About the hosts
Julia
Julia's life and work as a Mental Health Coach and Meditation Teacher is profoundly anchored in 15 years of studying and training in Nonduality, Zen Buddhism, Mindfulness, and Philosophy. Struggling deeply with severe anxiety and depression she found lasting freedom and inner peace through the practice of meditation while living a monastic life in a Zen temple.
Her journey was further enriched by practicing nonduality under Rupert Spira's guidance in the UK. Julia studied at Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice at Bangor University UK and holds a master's degree in Philosophy. Her unique blend of lived experience and academic study informs her approach to guiding others on their paths to mindfulness and meditation.
Harri
Harri's path as a Mindfulness Teacher began with a series of intense life challenges that shattered his core identity leading him to experience a profound sense of liberation from the constructed self. This life-changing experience set him on a quest for meaning finding his answers in his own experience guided by the principles of Nonduality Zen Buddhism and the teachings of the legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi.
Transformed by these experiences Harri felt a strong calling to share these insights guiding others towards a deeper understanding of themselves and the world. His journey intertwines personal discovery with ancient wisdom offering a unique perspective to those he guides in mindfulness and meditation.
Both Harri and Julia have meditated daily for more than 8 years and continue to do so today. They live their life from a place of stillness truth and peace.
❦ What previous participants said
(reviews taken from our public Facebook and Google pages)
★ Maija Leminen said:
"I just had my first monday evening meditation together with this group. It was a relaxing and grounding experience. Was lovely to share the inner quietness with others. Faciliators were really supporting and gentle. They created a safe atmosphere. And made it feel like everyone is truly welcome as they are. The place itself was peaceful good energy well suited for meditation."
★ Saara Pajos said:
"The instructors were kind and welcoming and the overall atmosphere was warm and calming. Thank you for a wonderful experience! :)"
★ Hsin-Yi Chen said:
I really like the atmosphere there very welcoming for newcomers. And good guidance on the meditation practice.
★ A.M. said:
"I would like to thank fate for the opportunity to meditate in this place. Because of meditation I discovered many things inside myself. Before this I tried different meditation practices. Only the meditation here opened my eyes to my inner world. I learned to concentrate. I understood how focus of attention works. I also felt the benefits of group meditation. Group meditation is incomparably better than individual meditation. I recommend everyone to visit this place!"
★ Deborah L. said:
"Very nice meditation sessions with a short explanation about the key concepts of meditation and of thoughts that are not you (so true) and a private counseling time where it is possible to connect deeper thanks to their guidance. The empathy and awareness are shining from the inside out. They also organise retreats which after some time of meditation practice would definitely be a beneficial experience. Thank you so much!"
We are looking forward to meeting you! ♥
Warmly
Julia and Harri
Event Venue
Lapinlahden Lähde, Lapinlahdenpolku 8, 00180 Helsinki, Finland, Helsinki
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