Fon led a guided sound bath at one of our Mancini's Sleepworld stores and brought a deep sense of…read morerelaxation to all our guests. She made everyone feel welcome and comfortable, and even incorporated simple stretches people could use at home. Overall, she created a warm, calming experience and was truly a joy to collaborate with.

When I met Fon, I was having blocks and resistance around moving forward and becoming more bold and…read morevisible in my business. I felt fear, hesitation. I was procrastinating getting things done that would create momentum. I was scared of my own success, of becoming overwhelmed, and of being judged or rejected. Fon helped me to identify the limiting beliefs that were hiding behind these blocks and see how they weren't serving me. We also worked on shifting these beliefs into ones that support bold action. Now I'm excited to serve the clients who need me! After working with Fon, I feel much lighter, freer and more inspired. I am ready to share my gifts with the world and be rewarded for it. Fon herself has a special and unique presence. Coaching with her felt like a conversation with a wise friend. She stood for my greatness where I had doubts. Thank you, Fon!

Have never attended here, but was initiated in Washington DC in Spring 1973. TM is a great…read morespringboard into expanded awareness taking only minutes a day. Try it, you,'ll like it. ;)

Life-changing! Learning TM has been a deeply rewarding experience. The instruction was clear,…read morethoughtful, and well-structured. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to reduce stress, improve their health, and find greater inner peace.

InnerSeed was definitely needed in this area. Step away from the chaos and noise into a healing…read morecenter of calm, and serenity. From the moment you walk in, you know you have arrived in a special peaceful place. No need to travel far and wide for a healing retreat when you need a tranquil space. My experience was simply incredible.. I attended for a Sound Bath, and it was one of the most calming, healing, and rewarding experiences I have ever had. Weiwei, the owner has the most beautiful energy; a truly special human. The evening started with a sage cleansing before stepping into the main room, where I silently gasped inside myself at the thoughtful setup of candles and soothing aromas. I walked to my designated space of mat, pillow, and blanket; and the class began... Weiwei began the class with an introduction of what was to come, which I appreciated. Then came the most magically led seated meditation which was truly magical. Then it transcended into us laying on our mats and she enveloped the room into a heavenly and tranquil sequence of musical bowls, chimes, gongs, and vibrations. I honestly did not want it to end. Like the moments you are receiving a massage, and hope the hour has not ticked by... I haven't felt this level of ease in quite some time. For those who find it challenging to turn off their brains, and step out of the day to day to-do lists, step into this sacred space. You will find your peace in a short period of time. This experience was tremendously soothing to the spirit and mind.This was my first sound bath, and I cannot wait to return. Thank you Weiwei, for creating this space, and curating it as you did.

Love this place! I highly recommend treating yourself to a sound bath. It's just magical!read more

The place is a sanctuary for peace. It is warm and welcoming and is there to provide healing for…read moreyour aches and pains, a place to find comforting nourishment, soothing energy, and a destination where you can get lost in the calmness of it all. I have been here several times. The staff are wonderful. The place is impeccably clean and peaceful. The service is top notch. I have done massages, enjoyed soothing tea, and experienced sound baths here. A must-visit place in Midtown.

I've been going to Shanti Dhara Wellness for a while now, and it's one of those places that always…read morefeels grounding the moment you walk in. The space is calm and thoughtfully designed, and nothing ever feels rushed. I really enjoy their custom crystal experiences -- being able to choose and work with the crystals in a personal, intuitive way makes each visit feel a little different and very intentional. It never feels gimmicky, just quietly meaningful. Every session leaves me genuinely relaxed and clear-headed, not just for an hour but well after. If you're looking for a wellness space in Palo Alto that's peaceful, sincere, and personalized, this is a place worth returning to.

A serene place on the campus of Stanford University in Palo Alto…read more.. If you ever needed a time out, Windhover would be a great place for you. I read about this meditation site from another review. It's located right next to the Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden. To enter, you need a student ID which opens the door with a swipe. My friend's son is a student here. My friend is an alumnus of Stanford. They're so fortunate to be a part of this wonderful institution! Windhover was on the warm side. I didn't feel any air conditioning on this warm summer day in July, so I quickly walked through and viewed the artwork and felt calmer from the water feature. This was a nice break in our busy day. I saw students sitting and lying down in a meditative state and wished them well...

When I was an Andrew Mellon postdoctoral humanities fellow here @Stanford, calm and healing places…read morelike the Windhover meditation center did not yet exist. Now, they do. Students, faculty, staff, and their guests can access the inside seating areas designed for mediation & quiet work, but even casual visitors to the Stanford campus can use the outdoor areas, like the stone bench by the reflecting pool or the wooden seating area by the lone Japanese maple and bubbling square shaped water fountain. Also, you can walk the labyrinth as well. See my pics for details and my WordPress blog, sempervirens117.com for more information on cool, under the radar screen places to visit at Stanford if you have the time and energy for some real adventures. Highly recommended!

Erin provided a destiny card reading for me, which was something brand new to me. From the moment I…read moremet Erin, her sense her genuine dedication and passion for her craft stood out to me. Erin did a thorough job of guiding me through the reading and interpreting the symbols and messages that emerged with great insight. She also followed up with more details and always made herself available to me if I had additional questions. What struck me most about her approach was her ability to create a safe and nurturing environment. She really puts you at ease and makes you feel comfortable during your time with her. If you are looking for thought-provoking insights and to learn more about yourself, Erin is a great person to guide you!

Erin Garay is an AUTHENTIC, joyful, loving, compassionate , and beautiful soul…read more She has many modalities under her belt, and I have tried Reiki,Aura Soma, 52 Helpers, and her Divine given gift of being an intuitive, which have all given me tons of insight about myself. She has a very special and gentle way of assisting you cross through the many questions in your mind and heart. Erin LISTENS, and is a LOVER! A lover of life! Joy is abundant once you walk through her doors and settle into her chair or table . She's electric and will leave you feeling 100x better than whence you came. I highly recommend Erin Garay and Love, Heal, Thrive

Very traditional Zen Center, at least for America. If you are looking for a democratically run…read moreorganization this is not it. The teacher is definitely the authority in all matters here. Having said that, it runs more or less smoothly and people treat each other kindly and respectfully. If your focus is on the meditative aspects of practice, and you'd like to interact with others that have that focus as well, then this is a fine place.

I have been doing a lot of general reading about Buddhism over the past year or so, and a friend…read moreconvinced me to stop reading and start doing, so last month I went to the Saturday morning beginner's class at Kannon Do. This center is affiliated with the San Francisco Zen Center, also founded by Zen Master Shunryu Suzuki,s o they are mainstream, excellent pedigree, nothing cult-ish here. Unlike the San Francisco Zen Center, the program for beginners was intense even for me, and I don't think my attention span is as gnat-like as some people. We began by meditating after about a ten minute talk. We sat for 20 minutes, did about 15-20 minutes of walking meditation, took a 10 minute break, did another 20 minutes of meditation, then another 10 of walking, then another 20 of sitting. I was overwhelmed. All the books I read said to start a few minutes at a time, and that even that would be a challenge. I was really struggling. And I had no idea what the purpose of the meditation was. What exactly had I been reading about? If I could focus, to what end? This class was mainly meant to get you started on focusing your mind, and getting your body used to the posture. The nun was very nice, the facility was clean, tranquil, and the gardens beautiful. But this was just too intense for me, and from what I understand, much more intense than the beginners classes at the SF Zen Center. The Wednesday night sessions also have beginner's session, followed by 40 minutes of sitting, followed by a service, then a dhamma talk, which I'm sure would be great to listen to, but I got the distinct impression you couldn't come for just the talk. I don't expect to be good at this overnight, or to gain understanding or insight even after a few years at it, but I think I may need more guidance and a more gentle beginning. If you want to start though, these people are nice and you'll have plenty of time to think, focus, and work on posture.

Art of living teaches wonderful techniques that soothe and calm your mind. I recommend it for…read moreeverybody. These techniques once learnt, can be practiced at home. Fills you with fresh energy, clear mind, free from mental distractions. The first time experience of Sudarshana kriya is exhilarating and I'm sure everybody who has done the course remembers it. Advanced courses teach meditation. Separate courses available for teens too. There are yoga courses as well.

The Art of Living course is a life saver! I'm a software professional, and live with my wife and…read moretwo kids. I did my first Art of Living course two years ago under very stressful conditions. I came to know about the AOL course from a family friend. In the middle of an argument with my wife(which was very frequent those days), I registered for the course. It brought such a tremendous shift in me, my wife did the next course 15 days later. Our lives has taken a new turn since the course. I repeated the course last weekend at the Art of Living Foundation, Cupertino Center. It was simply amazing! The teachers, Suchitra and Krishna, and the center brought in their/its own flavor to already beautiful course. If you are waiting to see how much more stress you can handle, please do yourself a favor - do the course and be stress free!