Robert Fettgather has a bachelor's degree in psychology from San Jose State University, as well as a master's degree in education and a Ph.D. in psychology. With an interest in psychology, spirituality and religion, Robert Fettgather practices meditation and also teaches at Mission College. Alongside work, Robert Fettgather is passionate about Buddhism and spirituality and served as a co-founder and discussion leader at the Tashi Lhunpo Sangha group.
Meditation can help practitioners unwind from the stress of their daily lives. Anyone can use spiritual meditation at home or in a house of worship. Various forms of meditation exist. Focused attention meditation may be the easiest form for beginners. It entails focusing on a particular thing, sound, or sensation.
A common stimulus is breath awareness, in which practitioners gently release all other thoughts and focus on their breathing. Primordial Sound Meditation (PSM) or mantra-based meditation uses a mantra unique to each practitioner. Individuals silently repeat the mantra, like thinking a sound, which helps focus attention and calm the mind. Transcendental meditation is also a mantra-based meditation, developed by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. It uses mantras and promotes inner calmness, creativity, energy, mind clarity, and happiness. Meditation groups with both secular and religious emphases are increasingly common.
The Tashi Lhunpo Sangha is a Buddhist meditation group in Palo Alto, California that offers a haven for individuals looking for peace of mind and connection. It aims to create a community of friends who practice the dharma together and mutually foster and enjoy awareness, love, harmony, and acceptance. The group originally organized under the guidance of Abbott Khen Rinpoche Zeekgyab Tulku of the Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, located in India. The meditation sessions are open to everyone, regardless of background or experience. Since its inception in 2007 and officially opening up to the public in 2010, the community has grown to about 1000 "Meet Up" members who contribute and benefit from the Sangha. The participants meet every Wednesday and Sunday starting at 7 pm. The 30 minute meditation sessions are open to people across all levels of experience. The Sunday evening meeting also features a pertinent reading with discussion. The sessions are free, but visitors are welcome to make donations to support the Tashi Lhunpo Monastery.
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