Understanding your Mind Program

3 months program + yearly membership

For almost any device we use in our lives there are manuals that explain us how to make it work properly. Funnily enough we do not receive such a manual on how to best work with our own computer, our minds. Knowing and understanding how the mind works and operates can make it much easier to navigate through our lives without getting trapped in unnecessary complexities.

In this Yoga & Meditation program we create a clear roadmap of the workings of the mind based on the century old teachings of Ayurveda and Yoga Philosophy, a roadmap that will support you to not get lost but find yourself right in the center of it all.

We explore Yoga from a broad and universal perspective

3 MONTHS PROGRAM

Program

In this program we explore the fifth and the sixth limbs of the Eightfold Path of Yoga, Pratyahara & Dharana. We start with understanding more about the workings of the mind through the lens of Ayurveda and we draw our focus within, which is limb number five Pratyahara. As this is an important turning point on the path of yoga we also dedicated the second Sadhana of the pillar to Pratyahara (withdrawal of the senses). We end this part of the journey by increasing our capacity for one pointed concentration, the 6th limb named Dharana.

This exploration will be both based in yoga & meditation practice and self-reflection. Besides the 3 guided Sadhanas (daily guidance emails) we offer an extra online Masterclass, a 2,5 hour online workshop that adds to your progress and transformation.

Sincere Self-reflection gives crystal clear perception

the Eight Fold Path of Yoga

Pratyahara & Dharana

The fifth and the sixth ‘limbs’ or ‘jewels’ of the Eight Fold Path of Yoga are called Pratyahara and Dharana.

Pratyahara, the fifth limb, is the turning point, from the first four outer limbs that focus on our behaviour and habits that form our character, we now move inwards into the more subtle realms of the mind. This limb is all about the turning our focus within through withdrawing our senses from the outside world that always keep us busy and strengthening our ability to consciously choose what we allow to enter into our awareness.

Dharana, the sixth limb, is the entry point of our journey into expanded self-awareness. Leaving behind social conditioning and outer identification we now truly go deep within to discover who we truly are. We learn how to still and focus the mind, creating single pointed awareness that can, like a laser beam, burn through all the layers of misperception and confusion.

Pratyahara

Bringing awareness within

Dharana

One pointed concentration

Ancient wisdom teachings for modern times

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Daily Practice

Sadhana

Sadhana is your daily practice of yoga, meditation and self-reflection. During this program you will receive daily guidance emails. Our guidance helps you to integrate the effects of your practice and deepen your understanding of Asana & Pranayama through self-reflection & contemplation, thus cultivating the unfolding of your consciousness.

All together you will receive great tools that support you in living in a harmonious way as they clear the clogged subconscious mind and release tension and emotions from our body and mind.

Doing Sadhana has a profound ripple effect into your experience of daily life

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Program structure

Sadhanas for exploration

MIND ♦ 11 days

In this 11 day Sadhana we look into a yogic framework of mind that will give us the foundation for our further exploration of the Eightfold Path of Yoga. Although our mind isn't visible for our eyes it has an incredible influence on our lives through our behaviour and actions. It determines our perception through unconscious workings and it is our aim to make these unconscious patterns conscious. Only when we become conscious of the workings of mind, we are able to transform them and start using the mind as an instrument in service of our soul's calling.

PRATYAHARA ♦ 11 days

Pratyahara, the fifth limb, is the turning point, from the first four outer limbs that focus on our behaviour and habits that form our character, we now move inwards into the more subtle realms of the mind. This limb is all about the turning our focus within through withdrawing our senses from the outside world that always keep us busy and strengthening our ability to consciously choose what we allow to enter into our awareness. In these 11 days we are going to explore and experience how we can withdraw our senses through our daily practice and the accompanying guidance through email.

DHARANA ♦ 11 days

Dharana, the sixth limb, is the entry point of our journey into expanded self-awareness. Leaving behind social conditioning and outer identification. During these 11 days we go deep within to discover who we truly are. Through our practice and our the daily emails we learn how to still and focus the mind, creating single pointed awareness that can, like a laser beam, burn through all the layers of misperception and confusion.

At the end of each Sadhana there will be a few days for catching up and integration. You can continue your daily yoga practice by yourself until the start of the next Sadhana. After these Sadhanas you will have deeply explored the Mind and the fifth and sixth limbs of the Eightfold Path through Pratyahara and Dharana.

the support you need to keep up, stay steady and inspired

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New Practice Video

New Sadhana New Practice

As we move through the program you'll receive a new practice video at every start of a new Sadhana (3 in total). In this way we meet each other in the virtual Sacred Space to stay inspired, motivated and committed to the program. You also receive access to ALL other practice Videos and Online Sessions of the school for a whole year!

*The practice videos will remain available on the website for you to watch at any time for 12 months

Sadhanas, Masterclasses and Practice videos will kindle the flames of your discipline (tapas) to bring out the best of you

EXTRA 2,5 HOUR ONLINE WORKSHOP

Masterclass

A 2,5 hour online Masterclass at the end of this program ties everything together and makes your learning journey more complete and profound. In this Masterclass we offer you both knowledge and experience so that learned knowledge can become your lived experience, in other words wisdom or Self Mastery.

*We share this Masterclass on Sunday the 24th of October 2021, and the recording will remain available on the website for you to watch at any time for 12 months

Bring your life in alignment with your True Self

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Expectations

What results to expect?

Your Yoga & meditation practice, the insightful teachings and self reflection allows you to make the journey within and gives you a deeper understanding of Pratyahara & Dharana and supports you with the integration of the Yogic Philosophy into your daily life.

√. integration of a daily spiritual practice (Sadhana)

√. healing, transformation and spiritual growth

√. more peace of mind, contentment and focus

√. a deeper connection with yourself

√. wisdom, consistency and caliber

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TEACHERS

Marieke & Tim

Marieke

After practicing Hatha Yoga for 10 years I switched to Kundalini in 2011 and I am teaching on a daily basis ever since. My classes always are a deepening experience beyond the comfort zone, to discover new dimensions of ‘being’. Self observation is playing a key role throughout the practice towards self discovery. Teaching Kundalini Yoga is the love of my life and I am passionate about sharing this technology to inspire people on their spiritual journey. Out of this passion Tim and I founded the online Kundalini Yoga School in 2016.

Tim

As a Yoga-psychologist I integrate the teachings of Kundalini Yoga with Psychology. An early fascination for the mind made me choose to study Psychology at the University of Amsterdam. Now, I love sharing yogic knowledge via the online Kundalini Yoga School. Besides Kundalini Yoga classes and private consultations with individuals, I also lead journeys & retreats at inspiring locations worldwide. I am grateful guiding students to establish themselves in their hearts, towards a life filled with compassion and kindness.

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Testimonials

What people are saying

"Thanks a million times for the most amazing guidance through this 40 day Sadhana. I loved every email. Most inspirational in a time where I need nothing more than trust in the universe. Just perfect."

Patrica

"Dear Marieke and Tim, I am grateful that I found your school and receive your mails. Already so much is happening, for example my emotions are moving like a rollercoaster. But I know that will change and it will get better, I have to keep practicing and don't have to be afraid."

Peggy

"I found Marieke and Tim via their podcast about 9 months ago -- and have been relying on their insights and guidance ever since. I strongly encourage anyone interested in Kundalini Yoga (or, anyone interested in making their life better -- that was my motivation) to start with one of their online Sadhanas. Great value in my opinion, as I've benefitted tremendously from their daily email support and insights."

Hans

"I would like to thank you Marieke and Tim for the emails you are sending. I find them of great value to stay motivated, some are very informative (the mantra for example), others are confronting but they all express your true dedication to guide people through their process. Keep it up!"

Chantal

"I have done many 40 days meditations in the past but it truly makes a difference to do it with your guidance via the daily emails. It deepens my experience because you make me reflect and help me to bring unconscious aspects into the light. It feels great to do this practice together with a community, I feel supported and motivated and it doesn’t take any effort to do the meditation everyday, I am looking forward to it! Thanks a lot for your encouraging words."

Saskia

"Love their videos and liked the organisation of the webpage, very good videos, using this to start my early AM practice."

Dennis

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