Meditation Retreat on The NeuroEcoPyschology of the Subtle Body

Meditation Retreat on The NeuroEcoPyschology of the Subtle Body

Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Joseph Loizzo promotes combining Eastern and Western psychological approaches to emphasise the growing recognition of the health benefits of meditation and yoga. He suggests that these ancient contemplative maps and practices are compatible with modern understandings of the nervous system. Dr. Loizzo explores the subtle body model from a Western neuroecopsychological perspective, linking the mental, physical, and energetic aspects of the body. Central to this is the concept of the “subtle body” (suksma-sarira), a detailed framework that includes elements such as channels (nadi), energy centres (chakras), and vital energies (prana). Unlike the gross physical body, the subtle body illustrates how mental and physical processes interact, influencing overall well-being. Understanding the parallels between the Eastern subtle body and the central nervous system, as described in Polyvagal Theory, can deepen our comprehension of how meditation and yoga positively impact physical and psychological health while emphasising the science of self-realisation.

Practices such as mindfulness, kriyas, breath control, and energy regulation help balance emotional states, enhance physical health, and promote self-regulation by influencing the flow of prana and vital fluids. Regular engagement with these subtle body techniques can reshape both the physical and mental structures, supporting a stable internal environment that fosters stress resilience and mental clarity. Join Senior teachers Celia Roberts and Sam Lindsay-German as they expand your awareness across various kuṇḍalinī yoga models from the Hindu, Tibetan, and Sikh Dharma lineages. This retreat will allow you, as a practitioner, to tailor your practice for both health and spiritual awakening, bridging traditional wisdom with modern therapeutic applications.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

166 Pacey Rd, 166 Pacey Road, Upper Brookfield, Australia