Meditation Makes Me Unstoppable

Meditation makes me Unstoppable!

By Dr Veronique Blanc

PhD, Molecular Biologist and SoulCentre Meditation Teacher, www.soulcentre.org

11th April 2018

My life before meditation

When I was just a teenager, I would see my friends buy women magazines such as Elle, People etc, while I would buy magazines about the brain, how it works and its functions, because I had an avid interest in understanding human behaviours.

I had an enquiring mind and wanted to understand the big picture of how everything worked and connected together, but I was never satisfied by what I read or found.

My mum also told me recently that since I was very young, I wanted to become a Biochemist (even though I surely didn't know what it was back then, being so young!), and sure enough, I did become a Biochemist and Molecular Biologist.

I even got a PhD in Pathology (from a renowned London University) researching how cancer cells spread all over the body (metastases).

This was all interesting but also very frustrating as I couldn't grasp how it all worked out, so immersed in the details I was. The big picture was missing, I couldn’t connect all the dots.

I then decided to move into managing research rather than doing the research myself. I started by managing research centres in metabolic diseases such as Diabetes, and then, drawn by my deep desire, I dived into studying the genetics of neurological disorders such as anorexia/bulimia, schizophrenia, and the like.

However, I was still frustrated with the minutia of the research and the very little progress I was making. So I changed my path again, and managed a research centre in Environmental Sciences, where engineers get things done very fast and move forward with great progress.

I learnt a lot about the climate, urban air and water pollution, as well as robotics. I also learnt about marine corals and mangroves, and the impact of humans on their environment. Quite varied and interesting subjects.

Along the way I also gave birth to two beautiful children and as a good mother I was driven to give them the best possible food, environment and love I could provide. This had a tremendous impact on my life, as it triggered the awakening of my long-term desire for deeper understanding of the human mind and body. There I was again, back to square one!

My discovery of meditation

One day, when I was looking for something to centre my oh-so-energetic 4-year-old, I stumbled upon SoulCentre (www.soulcentre.org) and its SoulKids program. I thought it sounded great.

They also offered classes for adults about Meditation and being the researcher that I am, I decided to try it for myself before I would send my child there.

My scientific mind wanted something that I could understand and see proof of, and a teacher who could explain everything in a scientific and systematic manner; I was not going to become a student of anything woo-woo.

Starting out, I had no particular understanding or interest in meditation as I thought it was not for me to just sit doing nothing for hours, waiting for things to happen. This was my misconception of meditation then. But I was still curious, so I went to SoulCentre.

That was the turning point of my life. Little did I know that I was embarking on a great enlightening journey of knowledge and wisdom, where all my thirst for understanding the human mind, body and their interactions and resulting behaviours would be satisfied!

My training in meditation and wisdom

I soon learnt that meditation is a science, the science of the mind! How brilliant is that? I also realised that for nearly all my adult life I had been confused, like most people are, by the brain/mind conundrum. Now I realised the difference between the brain and the mind, and even better, I understood how to train my mind to trigger my brain and body to actually do what I want to do.

Learning meditation at SoulCentre was a dream come true in many ways!

I trained with Vikas Malkani personally, for a whole year, to become a SoulCentre certified Meditation Teacher (http://www.soulcentre.org/teacher-certification-programs) . I started with ‘Meditation Made Simple’, the beginners program and continued all the way to complete the Meditation Teacher Training with SoulCentre.

My life has been transformed from the inside out, and I feel so much happier, lighter, joyful, love towards myself and others, excited about life in general, more stable, peaceful and just present.

I've come out of my shell, and I'm now aligned with who I really am! Priceless!

Vikas Malkani is known as the Worlds #1 Wisdom Coach. He is a man of wisdom who coaches Hollywood stars, royalty, millionaires, sports champions, top CEO’s, award-winning entrepreneurs, educators, doctors, psychologists, life coaches, and countless others to maximize their personal and professional success.

This learning experience with SoulCentre founder Vikas Malkani has been, is and will always be one of the most transformative encounters of my present life.

I can't get enough of these truths that just put my mind and heart at peace.

My future in meditation

SoulCentre has won multiple awards for their unique transformational training programs and professionalism in teaching. Clients from over 40 countries have benefitted from the inspiration, wisdom and training that SoulCentre provides.

As a certified teacher of meditation, I want to bring the wisdom and techniques of meditation to as many people as I can.

Everyone seeks to be happy and fulfilled; to be stress free and enjoy inner peace; to bring out their best potential. And meditation is the way.

This wisdom needs to be shared far and wide. And I'm up for it! I am unstoppable now!

Connect with me to start your meditation journey. Life will never be the same again.

Dr. Veronique Blanc

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vero@soulmetaphysician.com

Meditation For Busy Mums

Vidhya Shailesh
SoulCentre Certified Meditation Teacher
9^th August 2017

Juggling between work and home, coordinating the children’s schedules, driving them to and from their classes, seamlessly attempting to run your home and keeping abreast and on top of everything – such is an average day in the life of a busy mum. The never ending demands of the family and the to-do lists that never seem to get done can often make you feel like you are just running from pillar to post day in and day out. Life often gets into such a crazy routine cycle that one day rolls on to another and on to another and months sometimes years pass by too quickly.

 

If you are such a busy mum who often finds yourself with more than you can handle, then meditation is the solution for you. As a mother of two, I often find myself in similar situations and even in times when it appears I have no time, I often turn towards meditation to center myself and find my balance. I am often asked, “When do you get the time to meditate?” I believe, if you try and find time, you always can. Meditation is a way of life. The wisdom and practices of meditation help us train our minds and take control of our emotions. Meditation teaches us to live joyfully. So here’s a few tips from meditation that busy mums can benefit from.

 

1)  Start your day on a positive note.

As soon as you wake up, even before your mind starts thinking about the many things you need to get done, spend a few minutes setting the intention for the day. Offer gratitude for the many blessings life has gifted you and see the day as an opportunity to contribute. When you start the day on a positive note, it lays down the foundation for the rest of the day. Many times through the day, whenever you feel you are getting overwhelmed, stop and reconnect to the many blessings in your life. Gratitude has the power to change you from the inside. It creates a feeling of happiness and peace on the inside and this reflects in your actions through the day. As you end the day, reflect on the day gone by and offer gratitude for it once again.

 

2)  Meditate by focusing on your breath.

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t necessarily need an hour to sit and meditate always. Depending on the situation, sometimes even a 3-minute practice can help you feel better. Make it a habit to focus on your breath for a few minutes every now and then. You might be waiting at the parking lot of the school to pick your child up, or riding a taxi to your next appointment. Use the time to just close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. With each breath, focus on the inhalation and exhalation. Repeat this for a few minutes till you feel relaxed.

 

3)  Be in the moment.

Meditation teaches you to bring your attention to the moment. While we may all have long list of things to do, we have to understand that at any given moment, you can only handle the task on hand. Prioritize your list and focus on what needs to get done at this moment. You might be approaching a project deadline and planning your child’s birthday party within the same week. Learn to compartmentalize your mind. Meditation teaches you to focus on one thing. When you are at a particular task, the training helps you avoid thinking about all the other things you need to get done. With greater focus, comes better efficiency. Move through your list this way one thing at a time. For example, when you are working on your project, give it your full attention. Once that is done, you can focus on planning the birthday party. Trying to do both at the same time, only leads to stress and neither gets done properly.

 

4)  Choose what you fill your day with.

We all have the same twenty-four hours in a day. Therefore, choose the things you would like to fill your day with and let go of things that just take up too much of your time. Delegate where possible and give small responsibilities to the children as well. This will not only clear up your time, it will also make them accountable.

 

5)  Find joy in all that you do.

Meditation teaches you to live joyfully. When you are simply moving from one thing to the next on your to-do list, it is often easy to become disconnected and mechanical. Remember to stop and connect with life every now and then. Find joy in everything that you do. Even the seemingly mundane things you do can become joyful if you just change your perspective.

 

Meditation helps us become aware of our thoughts. Everything in our life starts at the level of our thoughts. Take charge of your thoughts to take charge of your life. Do not allow the routine and rigors of an ever demanding life consume you. Learn meditation at SoulCentre® and benefit from the wisdom and techniques on a daily basis. Live your life joyfully and get more out of your life.

 

To learn more, get in touch with us at info@soulcentre.org or visit www.soulcentre.org.

 

 

 

 

The Secret Is To Say YES To The Important Things In Life!

Sally Forrest

17 May 2017

 

 

At a recent Meditation workshop, the students were sharing why they attended the Meditation class, what was their driver?

 

It was one of those Ah-Ha moments for me, as their responses are all too familiar.

• Life is too stressful
• I have “lost” myself
• I have become sick
• It’s all too much and I simply need to de-stress
• I am not in control of my thoughts
• There has to be more to life than the one I am living
• I’m depressed and unhappy

We get so busy that we forget to notice what we are doing with our time and what we are saying “Yes” to in life.

 

In a world of far too many distractions we are being constantly pulled here and there and we no longer take ownership of our time.

 

We allow “other people’s“ agendas to occupy our day, it really is that simple.

 

An e-mail comes in, we react.

 

A text message beeps and we look at it within 3 seconds usually.

 

A what’s app group is set up and before too long 15 messages a day are flying here and there taking up time, energy and effort.

 

We also allow other people to occupy our mind space, and often these are people we hardly know.

 

Admit it you scroll down Facebook and take in all those images and stories and before too long these people (who you do not even know personally) have taken root in your mind space. You even find that your daily communication starts to change to what you saw on social media today.

 

Then there is Linked in, Private Messaging, Instagram, Twitter and a whole host of other distractions to bombard your precious mind space with.

 

OK ENOUGH.

It’s time to STOP, REVIEW and then take DIFFERENT ACTIONS

 

Here is my 3-step process to support you :

1. DELETE any accounts that no longer serve you. Too drastic? Well then limit the time you spend on them. For example, spend 15 minutes 3 times a day checking the social sites as a MAXIMUM.
2. Focus on what you WANT to spend time on. List these things and plan them in the diary.
3. Plan in “Me time”, time to do the things that relax and pamper you.

Try it for a week and soon your life will be back on track and the stress levels will reduce.

 

You were not born to react to a beeping phone, walk the streets staring at it, panic if you left it behind, take it to bed with you, check it as soon as you wake up……. take back your life and make a change!

 

You have one life – LIVE It fully with awareness and full responsibility.

 

If we can support in any way, please do connect.

Join our life lesson events or book a one on one coaching to support your first step on the journey.

Simply connect : info@soulcentre.org

Meditation – Benefits For Sleep

Vikas Malkani

30 November 2016

NEW BOOK LAUNCH!! INSTRUCTIONS FROM SOURCE

WISDOM AND BEAUTY – INSTRUCTIONS FROM SOURCE

Sally Forrest

23 November 2016

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Instructions from Source is a beautiful coffee table book full of inspiration and beauty.

188 Instructions that will guide you on how to live a fuller and happier life.

These instructions came to Vikas in moments of deep meditation and are simple to apply to life. Just one instruction when applied to life will make a huge difference.

The wisdom is interspersed with beautiful images depicting nature in all its splendor.

“The circle of life begins with me.”

“What your mind becomes full of your life becomes full of.”

“Everything and everyone is your teacher if you pay attention.”

“It is not change that hurts you; it is your resistance to it that does.”

The books are limited edition as only 500 are printed.

Each one has its own number.

Each book is A4 in size, hard backed and complete with butterfly cover.

Opening Special Offer – Ideal for X'mas gifts

Individual books are $75 SGD

Buy 3 for $150 SGD

Buy 6 for $270

Reserve your copy today. Connect on info@soulcentre.org

What Is Meditation – Meditation For Beginners

Sally Forrest

16 November 2016

The term meditation is often misunderstood.

Many assume that it is difficult to learn and that you have to sit cross legged on the floor for hours on end and achieve a state of “no thought”.

Many think it is linked to certain religions and is not for everyone.

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Allow us to clarify exactly what meditation is and how it can support you in life.

Meditation simply is a way that allows you to see how your thoughts are affecting your reality.

“As you think, so you become” is the basis of meditation.

Once you start to see your thoughts and understand that they really do affect how you feel and act in life, then you have a choice to take.

“Do I want to keep thinking in a certain way – always reacting to the external world and its stimulus, and getting disturbed and upset about things I cannot control or do I want to choose my thoughts in a considered way and respond to life differently.”

Let me give you an example; you are driving to work in the morning and a car suddenly cuts into your lane with no indication.

The first reaction could be to horn the driver, get angry and allow this anger to translate into actions (you pull an angry face at the driver- raise a finger in the air – get angry and rant to those in your car, naming and blaming the driver in front as “an idiot/stupid“)

I think you know the scene and it’s a familiar one.

In the moment of anger, you lose all of your happiness and it was not even something that you did – it was as a result of an external event.

With meditation, you first see what is happening and then see how your thoughts are reacting to the external situation. You then simply allow yourself to make a decision – do these thoughts support me and my peaceful/calm mind or not?

The event has happened already and you cannot change or control the external event. However, what you can control is how your respond to it.

Meditation provides you with tools and techniques that allow you to choose how you want to respond to life instead of reacting to it.

It is easy to learn and at SoulCentre® techniques are shared that you can apply in every situation that life offers.

At SoulCentre® we teach through life stories and practical techniques that will suit every occasion.

We teach from beginner all the way to teacher level. Many of our teachers now travel all over the world teaching and sharing the wisdom with others.

Anyone and everyone can learn, children from the age of 6 all the way to seniors of 86 have passed through our Meditation Made Simple® programs.

So what are you waiting for?

Sign up today for a class and see how life changes.

It will be the best decision you have ever made.

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Reiki Singapore – Healing For All

Sally Forrest

2 November 2016

I first discovered Reiki over 15 years ago whilst living in Thailand.

As a medical pharmacist I found it fascinating to see how healing can take place naturally and how once the body and mind are peaceful and positive then healing follows.

I am a firm believer that the body has an innate intelligence and intuitively “knows” how to heal itself, we simply have to get into the flow of being in harmony and balance and allow the miracles to happen.

Reiki is easy to learn and super easy to use, all you need to do is to put your hands on yourself and the healing flows.

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Having taught thousands of students, from all ages and all walks of life, it is fascinating to see that Reiki affects people primarily on one of 3 levels :

• The Physical Level  (healings occur in the body)
• The Emotional Level (negative emotions are replaced with a more pragmatic and positive approach to life)
•  The Mental Level (how you think about life starts to change, and the small issues no longer become issues)

Students arrive for our Reiki programs not knowing what to expect, there is natural apprehension and maybe even a “fear of the unknown”.

However they soon discover and experience the Reiki “magical effects” and I always say its like receiving an “eye bath”, suddenly the world looks different and you move in the flow of life in a smooth and easy way.

Synchronicity starts to kick in and amazing events unfold just at the right time and the results are super positive.

At SoulCentre we teach Reiki to many professionals, Spa Therapists, Reiki Practitioners and medical doctors.

We provide professional and complete training for students to become Reiki practitioners and teachers.

We teach to high standards because we want everyone who receives Reiki to do so in a professional and supportive manner.

Reiki really is for everyone and the benefits are instant.

It is the best gift that you can give to yourself and it is with you for life.

Register for one of our Reiki programs and see how life changes…… it will be the start of a new and exciting chapter in life.

Guided Meditation

Sally Forrest

26 October 2016

The world is speeding up and we are connected 24/7to stimulus and gadgets.

Have you ever stopped to think about your super busy mind?

When does your mind get time to rest and truly relax?

Meditation classes are wonderful to attend, however busy schedules and meetings that over run, coupled with traffic jams and a feeling of ‘I simply cannot be bothered after such a hectic day’ often mean you skip class.

So now we have the solution – 4 professionally recorded guided meditations by our resident experts Vikas Malkani and Sally Forrest.

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Relaxing music and verbal instructions to bring you to a state of inner happiness and bliss.

15-20 minutes is all it takes.

Relaxing music and words of wisdom that guide you into a state where your mind-body and spirit truly relaxes and regenerates.

Health, healing happiness and inner peace result.

4 titles that suit everyone and everyday situations :

• Meditation for Love – Sally Forrest
• Meditation for Happiness – Sally Forrest
• Meditation for Manifestation – Vikas Malkani
• Meditation for Positive Energy – Vikas Malkani

Simply switch on and listen to the relaxing music and words of wisdom.

Plan it into your schedule, make it a part of your daily routine and see the benefits immediately. Download it onto your phone and bliss out on the train:-)

It becomes a companion and a trusted guide in times of need.

Some of the many benefits include :

• Deep inner stillness.
• Removal of negative thoughts.
• Clearing the clutter in the mind and allowing relaxation and focus.
• Reduces stress.
• Reduces anxiety.
• Helps pain management.
• Improves sleep.
• Removes anger and negative emotions.
• Increases happiness, joy and well-being.

Wisdom had never been so affordable.

ONLY 9 SGD per track or 30 SGD for all 4 tracks

Connect today and take the first step towards a happier, healthier and calmer life.

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How Meditation Has Helped Me As A Mother

Vidhya Shailesh

19th October 2016

Meditation has been one of the greatest blessings of my life.

I came to meditation with mixed feelings, not very convinced that I really needed it. As any parent would attest, parenthood presents one with several challenges. However, not once did it occur to me to consider meditation. After all meditation was something I had to do for myself, all my challenges were outside of me, and it was others that needed help. This thinking changed completely as I embarked on my journey into the world of meditation.

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Signing up for the course on Meditation was one of the best investments I have ever made. It gave me the wisdom and tools for life from a perspective I had not considered before. What struck me first and foremost was how wrong I was in my thinking and it taught me how important it was to be able to manage my own mind first.

The meditation training was phenomenal. In simple, practical ways, it helped me see how often I was becoming a victim of my own thoughts and how I could stop that from happening. The benefits could be felt from the very first day. I could feel the calm and peace within after just a few minutes of practice. While I have always been an optimist, I often struggled with my ability to manage my own emotions. Needless to say, the children were often victims of my outbursts. Meditation taught me how to manage these emotions and to be more balanced in all situations, helping me focus on my conscious response.

By focusing on the good and the positive, it gave me the ability to create my happiness. The kids too were delighted to see the new “me”.

My engagement with the children has been enhanced significantly. I have become more aware of my own thoughts and feelings and certainly able to manage them better. A regular meditation practice serves as my daily happiness pill. It helps me stay balanced. When conflicts do arise, it helps me respond to them in a calm manner. When I am more in control of myself, I find even the children become more receptive, and willing to reason. There is certainly more peace and harmony in our relationship.

While challenges continue to exist, I believe the one thing that has changed is my ability to handle them. Meditation has taught me to choose happiness always. It has opened my heart in many ways and I find myself more able to give love and happiness to those around me. My world around me is a result of what I put out. Meditation has helped me create a life by choice.

It is a practice I am committed to not just because it makes me a better mother, but because it is making me a better person.

Meditation Courses - What Are The Benefits Of Learning Meditation In A Group Class

Sally Forrest 

12^th October 2016

We have been teaching Meditation & Mindfulness at SoulCentre for the past 12 years.

Many different people have passed through our doors and each one leaves a happier and calmer person as a result.

Finding a good teacher is the secret of meditation.

It is easy to do on line courses or listen to guided meditations and to think that this is what meditation is all about, however this is not the truth.

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The true test of meditation is when the storms of life hit us and we are able to stay anchored and calm as we sail through them.

Many people are not able to do this and at the first sign of trouble a few things happen;

• The “why me” response …life is not fair and why has this hit me.
• The verbal reaction happens – Sh*t - F*** - Bas***d ……you pick the language – the chances are this is what you say the moment the storm hits. “Jesus” is another popular one and often it is uttered from people who are not particularly religious.
• The blame starts – if so and so had not done x/y/z …then this would not have happened to me….
• Often we become angry – we feel like we are victims – we moan, crib and blame everyone else but ourselves.

This is the benefit of a teacher, a real person who will simply listen and hold up a mirror for us to see the reality of our life. We begin to see why the things that happen to us do so.

Our thoughts, actions and choices brought the storm upon us, so now, how we chose to respond will determine the next chapter.

The joys of group meditation allow you to experience the lives of many other individuals and to listen and learn from them.

Experiences are shared and a storm that one person is going through may resonate with you and you can see a different way of dealing with it.

Alternatively the storm may not have hit you just yet, but who knows what the future holds and at least you are prepared.

One thing is for sure, we all encounter storms, and with the right tools and training we can adjust our sails and continue with life.

• Group meditation classes have many benefits and these include;
• Like-minded people on the journey to calmness.
• A sharing of experiences.
• A sharing of techniques and what worked and great ideas how to benefit even more.
• A brotherhood and sisterhood develops.
• Successes are celebrated and people start to notice your calmness and gentle aura.
• Ideas are shared openly and ones that you can apply to your life should be welcomed and applied.
• You start to realize that everyone has issues and stuff happening to them – and actually your life is not that different from others.
• The dramas start to reduce as you realize they are no longer dramas, unless of course we choose to make them into dramas.
• You have a dedicated teacher who supports you and guides you on this journey called life.

We teach meditation each month in 4 session courses ( morning and evening sessions).

If you have not learnt yet, what are you waiting for?

It's the best gift that you can give to yourself!

Connect with us today; info@soulcentre.org

Inner Stress Relief – How to manage your Stress? By Vikas Malkani

The word 'stress' originates from the French word 'estrece' meaning 'narrowness' and is used to depict a limiting or constriction of your power and abilities. You have the feeling of being emotionally and mentally stressed out when you think you have too much to handle.

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Anything viewed negatively has the potential of causing stress in your life regardless of what the thing may be. However, what makes one person stress-full may be quite an ordinary event for another. The secret to releasing stress is to realize that stress therefore is created not by the event or circumstance itself but by the way we respond to what happens to us in any moment of our life. We are the creators of stress and it we alone can provide the solution to it.

In essence, stress is the result of the way you think. And if you develop the ability to change the way you think, you will have in your hands the power to eradicate the stress that you feel.

Here are 3 easy ways to manage the inner stress you may encounter ;

1. Act, then Detach

Trying to control every moment and outcome of your life causes more stress and disharmony than any other process.

Take the action the present moment requires, and once the action is done, stop clinging to the results. After your best is done, step back and wait for the results to arrive, then respond to them.

It’s the constant clinging and worry about the results that is the primary creator of stress.

Do your best, then Let-go, and become stress-free.

2. Meditate

You always have two choices in every situation – either curse the darkness, or light a candle. Meditation helps you to train your mind to choose the more positive attitude, always, regardless of the situation.

Negative thinking produces stress and thinking positively releases it. Remember that stress arises out of the way you think, and since meditation is the skill of training your mind, meditation is also one of the most effective antidotes to stress.

Find a good teacher, and learn to meditate. And whatever the situation, keep your mind focused on the positive outcome you want to achieve, rather than the negative outcome you want to avoid!

3. Chunk it down!

Do things one at a time. Don’t be too concerned about how much there is to do, or how overwhelming some of the tasks seem. Just get one thing done at a time, again and again. Keep your mind focused on the one action you can take now, and do what’s in your power. One step at a time you can climb the highest mountain, and one step at a time you can accomplish the greatest task.

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. So chunk it down and you will accomplish more with greater ease.

SoulCentre is Asia’s Premier Centre for Meditation, Mindfulness & Stress-Management.

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