Shanti's Blog & Articles
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April 13, 2021
2020/2021 RESIDENTIAL RETREATS Profound Healing, Sustainable Wellbeing See Events Calendar and click for more detail on each event. May 7-9, 2021 Letting Go. Spiritualising Anger, Cultivating […]
February 15, 2021
To promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable, our work is about conscious evolution, planetary awakening, and flourishing at every level of life. We have […]
June 1, 2020
Nirvana’s therapeutic and kitchen gardens continue by trial, error and flexible participation. They serve the purpose of social experiments so that we evolve real authentic ways of advancing. […]
June 1, 2020
As per the permissions we will be opening for classes from today 1st June 2020. We have updated our timetable with changes that will apply to […]
June 1, 2020
We want to give you the best authentic yoga experience, and it has always been our mission our goal to deliver a safe and friendly environment […]
May 3, 2020
The traditional Indian culture, its values, food habits, heritage, spiritual beliefs, positive outlook towards life and challenges have much to offer. From the simple heartfulness of […]
May 3, 2020
We send our heartfelt thoughts and positive blessings to everyone, as we navigate through these unprecedented times. As we do our part to preserve the health […]
April 27, 2020
A poem from Rumi put to music in a 1½ minute video. Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll meet you […]
April 27, 2020
Divine Love is now flooding the Earth. It seems like the less we can move on the outside, the more life moves us on the inside. Joy is not […]
April 3, 2020
Chawanaprash is the most well-known revitalisers (Rasayanas) of Ayurveda. It is one of Ayurveda’s anti-aging supplements, which is purely herbal in nature. Its main ingredient is […]
March 31, 2020
Shanti Yoga Posture Colour Series. Photography: Peter Gowans Shanti Yoga Floor Asanas. Photography: Ivan Gaal Shanti Yoga Kneeling Asanas. Photography: Ivan Gaal Shanti Yoga Seated Asanas. […]
March 25, 2020
Some experiences can only be felt and cherished. A retreat at Nirvana Wellness Sanctuary is one of these. The ambiance of glorious views in nature, the […]
March 25, 2020
Silence, retreat, and meditation are the main ingredients many people are discovering to find and live in the heart of awareness. These are precious days, free […]
March 25, 2020
Every day each of us makes a multitude of choices that will impact our lives. When the choices are minor, they may impact our lives for the […]
March 25, 2020
In this rapidly changing response and management to COVID-19, our practitioners and consultants are still able to continue working from our Southport Centre and Gold Coast Retreat, offering […]
June 1, 2020
Nirvana’s therapeutic and kitchen gardens continue by trial, error and flexible participation. They serve the purpose of social experiments so that we evolve real authentic ways of advancing. […]
October 17, 2018
Belonging and Volunteering: Be of service. Mentor. Make a difference OPPORTUNITIES Shanti Yoga Community Graduate Volunteers Shanti Yoga and Ayurveda Affiliate Program Touch the Earth and […]
October 17, 2018
Shanti Yoga offers a sense of family and companionship with like-minded people who have similar spiritual, health and cultural interests. This provides the potential for community, great spiritual […]
October 17, 2018
Bollywood Dance Classes, Free Spiritual Movies, Queensland Ballet Season, Introduction to Calligraphy, Sanskrit & Sound, Chanting, Art - Drawing, Painting, Design & Mandalas at longer retreats, Ad-hoc outings, Vegetarian Dinners & Fellowship
October 17, 2018
Philosophy evening, meditation and buffet dinner Feel inspired by Shantiji’s talk, release stress through guided meditation, meet like-minded people and enjoy a gourmet feast with flavours […]
October 16, 2018
Inspirational/Spiritual Movie Tuesday 2:00-4:00 pm (or when the movie ends) – Free OR CHANTING – 2-3:15 pm Free ARTS AND CULTURE Weekly Meetings Spiritual Cinema Tuesday […]
October 16, 2018
LUNCH AND LEARN Weekly Meetings Yoga off the mat… Eastern Philosophy, Psychology and dharma discussions Join Shanti Gowans, students and our team, for a conversation about everyday […]
October 16, 2018
The earth is a living, conscious being. We call space, air, fire, water and earth sacred because nothing can live without them. To honour the sacred […]
October 16, 2018
Have you been diagnosed with cancer or do you know someone who has? Yoga enhances physical and emotional wellness, it also brings about peace to many […]
March 5, 2018
Sacred Chants, Kirtan, Vedic Mantras and Slokas FREE All being well with Stage 3 of COVID-19 will allow us to recommence Chanting from 13 July 2020. When: […]
March 5, 2018
Be informed We present specific activities, clarify issues, answer questions, and explain new programs through:- Our email newsletters On the notice board at the centre Brochures, […]
November 28, 2017
Chapter 2 of the Bhagavad Gita, translated by Shanti Gowans. Please click to expand the following sections:- [toggle title=”Overview of Chapter 2″ state=”close”] 2. The […]