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Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama, Rishikesh, India

24th - 28th February 2009

SPONSORED BY
• Association of Himalayan Yoga Meditation Societies International (AHYMSIN)
• Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust (HIHT)
• Seema Dental College
• World Academy of Spiritual Sciences (WASS)

“All of the body is in the mind, but not all of mind is in the body.”
-H. H. Sri Swami Rama, Founder, Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust

INAUGURAL SPEAKER
Dr. Karan Singh
Born Crown Prince of Jammu and Kashmir, Dr. Karan Singh entered a changing world and has distinguished himself as a visionary statesman, cultural ambassador, educator, philanthropist, environmentalist, humanitarian, author, poet, international lecturer, composer, scholar and champion of interfaith dialogue. He is an MP, the founder and chairman of the Temple of Understanding (an international interfaith organization), the director of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, founder of the People’s Commission on Environment & Development (India), and Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University.

 

 

 

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Swami Veda Bharati
“Body is cured by the body” — Rg-Veda
“Let not body conditions become mind conditions” — Swami Veda
Mahamandaleshwar Swami Veda Bharati will teach from the results of his own experience and experimentations with pain and with meditation.
Swami Veda Bharati was initiated into one of the highest paths of meditation and yoga by his master, H.H. Sri Swami Rama of the Himalayas, and has since spoken to and taught people around the globe. He is the founder and spiritual guide of both the Association of Himalayan Yoga Meditation Societies International (AHYMSIN) and Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama. He serves as chancellor of HIHT University.
At the Institute of Noetic Sciences’ Consciousness Research Laboratory in California, it was found that Swami Veda:
1) breathed once per minute during meditation; 2) his predominant brainwave power was in the theta and delta bands before, during, and after meditation; and 3) his meditative state may have produced a change in the physical randomness in the environment in the direction of increased cohesiveness. He also demonstrated blocking and unblocking a photon beam in an interferometer placed inside a Faraday Chamber nine times, thus providing proof that mind energies can influence material energies.
Meeting objectives:
1. promote scientific research on pain management and meditation;
2. to examine the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual nature of pain and stress through modern scientific knowledge and ancient wisdom traditions;
3. to understand the underlying philosophy and benefits of an integrated-therapy approach to chronic pain and stress- related disorders;
4. to learn the clinical applications of the specific therapeutic modalities involved;
5. to recognize one’s own pain and stress-related symptoms in order to better serve yourself and, thereby, your clients/patients;
6. to personally experience the effects of meditation in the Himalayan Tradition and related techniques (breathing, relaxation, biofeedback, yoga asana practice, etc.) which comprise the Combined Therapy Program as originally taught by Swami Rama of the Himalayas, and other techniques for pain management;
7. To produce a manual/publication which can serve as a source of current information and a guide to meditational approaches to pain management.
Conference Content
Top research scientists, medical doctors, and meditation practitioners will lecture and give practicums on pain management. Meditation as a tool in pain management will be explored both experientially and scientifically. Poster sessions, formal and informal dialogue, time to rest, reflect and share in a beautiful setting will make the conference a memorable experience.
INVITED TALKS from many Expert including John Clarke, MD ; Susan Gould Fogerite, PhD; Richard P. Brown, MD; Stephen (Stoma) Parker, PsyD; Jyoti Dvivedi, MD et. al.
For an introduction to the spiritual philosophy of pain management through meditation, please listen to Swami Veda Bharati by visiting : http://www.globalmeditationsite.org/html/ mp3_files.html
Then right click on pain management link to save to your computer.

Location :

SRSG Retreat Center is located in the city of Rishikesh, India. Situated near the foothills of the Himalayas, its environment refreshes the spirit and unleashes creativity of the mind. The Center’s staff provides the personal service that will make you feel right at home as you concentrate on your activities.
SRSG provides the necessary amenities for a pleasant stay. Each fully furnished cottage features bedrooms, dining area, and a bath with shower (with hot water) and western style toilet. Guests have access to the internet within the Mandala Office. Guests are provided excellent balanced vegetarian meals.
Address :
Swami Rama Sadhaka Grama,
Virbhadra Road, Virpur Khurd Village,
P.O. Pashulok, Rishikesh,
Uttarakhand 249203, INDIA
International Conference Chairs
Susan Gould Fogerite, PhD
Director of Research, ICAM, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, USA
John Clarke, MD
Former Chairman of the Himalayan International Institute of Yoga Science and Philosophy, USA; Certified in Family Practice, Internal Medicine and Cardiology.
National Conference Chairs
Veena Maitra, PhD
Former Director General Defence Estate, Ministry of Defence, Vice President, AHYMSIN
Vijay Dhasmana
Vice-Chancellor HIHT University, Jolly Grant (Dehradun)

Call for Papers :
The delegates attending the conference can submit papers for possible oral/poster presentations. The contributions must be original. The selected papers may also be included in the conference proceedings.
Abstracts / Papers are to be submitted electronically in Word.doc format.
Deadline for Abstracts: 1 November 2008
Deadline for Full Paper: 1 December 2008
Fees:
The conference fee includes boarding, lodging, and entry to all events.
For registration before 31st December 2008:
Delegates from abroad: $400
Indian Delegates: Rs 5000/-
For registration after 1st January 2009:
Delegates from abroad: $500
Indian Delegates: Rs 8000/-
Early registrations are recommended and are on a first come first served basis.
To download your registration form go to:
http://www.ahymsin.org/painconf/
For further information contact:
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Fax: (91-0135) 245083
S.P. Nijhawan, Conference Director
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