OCTOBER 9, 2017 NYC EDITION
Ascent Today — This Week’s Top

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Every week we search for great companies to spotlight that comprise our Top 11 list to help our subscribers with their self-improvement and wellness journey.

The Meditation Studio Issue: NYC is at the center of innovation with a wide variety of options to give your mind a break. From traditional eastern meditation practices to the impact of technology on your mental health to trendy meditation studios where you want to be seen wearing your best Lululemon pants. 

➊ The Soulcycle of Meditation
MNDFL Meditation

TheDeal:

  • 56% Savings for 1st time class, $10.00 (reg. $18.00) Click Here
  • Ascent Today Members: Enter Code: AT115 for additional $5.00 off
  • Savings Expiration Date: 10.1..2017

Why We Love It:

  • 30, 45 and 60-minute thematic classes
  • Experienced staff from varied backgrounds, well-designed studio
  • MNDFL online monthly video meditation $19.99 subscriptions; 14-day Free trial

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Upper East Side; Greenwich Village; Williamsburg

➋ Tradition Meets Technology
Inscape

The Deal

  • 23% Savings for a 3 Session Package, $50.00 (reg. $65.00) Click Here
  • Ascent Today Members: Enter Code: AT1125 for additional $25.00 off
  • Savings Expiration Date: 10.1.2017

Why We Love It:

  • Immersive meditation by merging tradition, modern thinking, and technology.
  • 5,000-square foot studio offers fully immersive audio-guided group experiences for meditation and relaxation.
  • Inscape App with useful tools, meditation audio sessions, and studio class schedule.

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Flatiron District

➌ Clear Mind At Work, Kids Classes & More
Kadampa Meditation Center

The Deal:

  • $5.00 lunchtime, and $15.00 evening meditation classes Click Here
  • Ascent Today Members: Enter Code: AT115 for additional $5.00 off
  • Savings Expiration Date: 10.1.2017

Why We Love It:

  • Welcoming environment offering a wide range of drop-in classes from basic introductions, work stress relief, to Buddhist meditation.
  • Extensive meditation for kids classes to choose from.
  • Clear mind at work courses and weekend retreats designed for personal growth and to invigorate mind, body, and spirit.

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Chelsea, main location; 11 others to choose from

➍ Jazz, Matcha, and Guided Meditations
Shinnyo Center NYC

The Deal:

  • Up to 79% Savings,  $20 for 10 or $34 for 20 group guided meditation classes  Click Here (Groupon)
  • Savings Expiration Date: 9.30. 2017

Why We Love It:

  • Guided Meditation, the meditation guide presents images and situations for reflection and cultivation of positive perspective.
  • Specially themed meditations, jazz, matcha, nutrition, and movement.
  • Open sitting, The Shinnyo Center provides public access to its meditation halls and
    rooms for individuals who seek a quiet retreat.

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Midtown

➎ How To Develop A Free Mental Attitude
Acem Meditation

The Deal:

  • Affordable $95 two-day beginner & advanced courses to choose from Click Here
  • Free 30 minute introductory courses offered
  • Ascent Today Members: Enter Code: AT1125 for additional $25.00 off
  • Savings Expiration Date: 10.1.2017

Why We Love It:

  • Founded in 1966 in Norway, Acem is based on scientific research and psychological perspectives, and not on any particular belief system or political ideology.
  • Run by a group of dedicated volunteer instructors. No one earns money in developing and teaching meditation or other group activities in Acem.
  • International special events and group retreats provide meaningful deepening of your meditation journey.

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Midtown West

➏ Free 30 Minute Introductory Class
Ben Turshen Meditation

The Deal:

  • Free 30-minute Intro Course Click Here
  • Each student is asked at the commencement of the course to make a financial contribution in exchange for their instruction.

Why We Love It:

  • A former attorney and fitness professional, Ben Turshen is an expert in performance enhancement and a qualified independent teacher of Vedic meditation.
  • The course involves four 2-hour sessions, and the goal is to be able to practice on your own.
  • It’s an investment, and not necessarily for casual meditators as the course fees range from $400 – $1,200

Website
Union Square

➐ Know Thyself With The Insight Meditation
New York Insight Meditation Center

The Deal:

  • Base membership starts at $25.00 per month Click Here
  • 6-week beginners course – $20 starting price donation

Why We Love It:

  • Called Insight or Vipassana meditation. NYI programs include talks, weekly sittings and courses as well as daylong and weekend retreats and workshops for the integration of meditation teachings into daily life.
  • NYI is a casual, non-ceremonious spiritual center. We do not observe any specific rituals.
  • Attractive and spacious center with specialty focuses on wide-ranging topics from aging, LBGT, color and race, addictions.

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NoMad

➑ Celebrities Love This Meditation Technique
Transcendental Meditation Manhattan

The Deal:

  • $960 for 4-day course  Click Here
  • Ascent Today Members: Enter Code: AT11100 for additional $100.00 off
  • Free 45-minute introductory course
  • Savings Expiration Date: 10.1.2017

Why We Love It:

  • Meditation of the stars such as Jerry Seinfeld, Ellen Degeneres, Russell Brand
  • Brought to the West in 1959 by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi — is an ancient technique that’s easy to learn and enjoyable to practice.
  • It’s not a religion, philosophy, or lifestyle. Over six million people have learned it — people of all ages, cultures, and religions.

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Downtown, Financial District

➒ Develop Inner Peace
Vajradhara Meditation Center

The Deal:

  • $10.00 to $15.00 per class, $33 monthly memberships Click Here
  • Ascent  Today Members: Enter Code: AT1110 for additional $10.00 off
  • Savings Expiration Date: 10.1.2017

Why We Love It:

  • Workshops on practical everyday living challenges and growth.
  • Buddhist teachings with most people who attend classes are not Buddhist.
  • Each class begins with a guided meditation so that everyone can learn and practice together. Then there will be an explanation by the teacher, based on Buddhist teachings, of how to apply the topic to one’s meditation practice and everyday life.
  • Varied staff from all life stage, Teachers

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Boerum Hill

➓ Effective 7 Step Meditation Process
New York Meditation

The Deal:

  • Each location has a monthly membership fee  Click Here

Why We Love It

  • New York Meditation uses a unique method called the subtraction method.  Through this method of meditation, you can look back on your mind and throw away the mind that makes you unable to live as you want.
  • The method has seven steps. It is very easy to follow. So you feel a big change even after few weeks and realize your true nature within few months.

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Bayside, multi locations in Queens, Park Slope

⓫ Meditation For the Modern Mind With the Subtraction Method
The Path 

The Deal:

  • $24.00 Tuesday evening sites, Free Community sits  Click Here
  • Ascent Today Members: Enter Code: AT1112 for additional $12.00 off
  • Savings Expiration Date: 10.1.2017

Why We Love It:

  • New York Meditation uses a unique method called the subtraction method.  Through this method of meditation, you can look back on your mind and throw away the mind that makes you unable to live as you want.
  • Much of the Path community comes from the startup world, Investors, bankers, artists, and filmmakers are other frequent guests.

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East Village

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