


Meditate With A Monk - NYC
Monday, Mar 02
6:30 - 8:00 pm
40 W 27th street
6th floor
New York NY 10001
Carried out by an experienced Buddhist monk
Mahamevnawa Meditation Center of NJ & Hope Is Better
Calm Mind, Fresh Start:
Let’s welcome 2026 with calm hearts and clear minds! Join this serene meditation session in Manhattan to slow down, let go of old stress, and make space for new energy and good vibes. We’ll breathe, reflect, and set gentle intentions for the year ahead. No experience needed — just bring yourself and an open heart. 🌼

Cultivating a Peaceful Mind
Let go of regrets, stress, and anxiety. Embrace the present with clarity and calmness. A peaceful mind thrives on self-care, positivity, and courage. Choose serenity, heal, grow, and find joy in life’s simple moments.

Embracing Happiness
Cultivate mindfulness to find true happiness in the present. Through awareness, gratitude, and inner peace, let go of negativity, reduce stress, and embrace clarity. Happiness is not a destination but a way of being.

Mental Strength
Boost your mental strength by releasing negativity and embracing positivity. Through mindfulness and self-care, cultivate resilience, reduce stress, and find clarity. Choose growth, confidence, and inner peace.
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Meditation Methods
Present Moment Awareness
Delve into the power of your breath as a focal point for cultivating deep relaxation and mental clarity. Through focused breathing techniques, you will learn to anchor your awareness in the present moment, fostering a sense of calm and inner peace.
Breathing Meditation
Delve into the power of your breath as a focal point for cultivating deep relaxation and mental clarity. Through focused breathing techniques, you will learn to anchor your awareness in the present moment, fostering a sense of calm and inner peace.
Body Relaxation
Immerse yourself in a guided meditation that gently guides you to release tension and embrace profound relaxation. This practice involves systematically scanning your body, releasing physical and mental stress, and experiencing a state of deep tranquility.
Loving-Kindness Meditation
Immerse yourself in a guided meditation that gently guides you to release tension and embrace profound relaxation. This practice involves systematically scanning your body, releasing physical and mental stress, and experiencing a state of deep tranquility.
Impermanence Meditation
Embrace the wisdom of impermanence, recognizing the transient nature of all things. This guides you to let go of thoughts, emotions, and sensations without attachment, fostering a sense of equanimity and acceptance of life's ever-changing nature.In this letting go, you create space for clarity, peace, and presence to arise.
Schedule for This Session
6:30 - 6:45 pm
Introduction
6:45 - 7:00 pm
Present Moment Awareness
7:00 - 7:15 pm
Contemplation on impermanence of thoughts
7:15 - 7:30 pm
Body Scanning + Breathing Meditation
7:30 - 7:45 pm
Short Talk
7:45 - 8:00 pm
Loving-kindness Meditation
Location
We’ll be gathering at Faces by AKJ, a cozy and peaceful salon space in the heart of New York City — the perfect spot to relax, unwind, and refresh your mind before 2026. 🌿✨
40 W 27th street 6th floor New York NY 10001
- 10-minute walk from Penn Station
- 7-minute walk from 34 St–Herald Sq Subway Station
- 3-minute walk from 28 St Subway Station
Cost
Suggested Donation is $10
Everyone is welcome, regardless of ability to pay. Contact Us on info@mahamevnawanj.org
Q&A
Dress code?
There’s no dress code, although we recommend modest clothing for both men and women. Some people that come like to wear white. Some people just wear jeans and a hoodie.
Can I sit on a chair?
We have chairs & cushions. Feel free to choose anything you are comfortable with. (Normally, most sit on cushions)
Is it okay to come late?
Yes, you may join quietly if you arrive late. However, we encourage everyone to come a few minutes early to settle in and begin together peacefully.
Can I leave early?
Yes, of course. You’re welcome to leave the meditation at any time if you need to.
Terms and conditions
- Code of Conduct: We expect all attendees to treat others and the retreat environment with respect. Any disruptive or disrespectful behavior may result in being asked to leave the retreat.
- Photography and Media: Please note that the retreat organizers may take photographs or videos during the retreat for educational purposes and social media. By attending the retreat, you grant permission to use your likeness and photographs for such purposes.