About
The Center For Psychological and Spiritual Development
Heart Centered Meditation Mentor
Mary White, DD - Founder of The Center for Psychological and Spiritual Development - Heart Centered Meditation Instructor - Personal Development Consultant
"...we need to allow the capacities of mind and heart to stand on their own terms, and not be reduced solely to the language of biology and physics."
The Higher Aspects of Being Human
The guiding assumptions of The Center for Psychological and Spiritual Development are that being human is more mysterious than we often allow ourselves to comprehend. We hope to see both the beauty and dignity of what is real behind appearances, but also live in the real world.
Every individual brings something of unrepeatable dignity and goodness into the world, no matter who they are or where they come from. Much human suffering occurs because we don't realize who we are.
Many of us benefit every day from the advances made in education and medicine. But these disciplines as they are currently conceived are only part of the story. They are rooted in an overly materialist understanding of the body and the brain. We will be limited in our capacity to help people until we can enlarge our vision and understanding of the true nature and needs of the human being. We need to allow the capacities of mind and heart to stand on their own terms, and not be reduced solely to the language of biology and physics.
Research and Beyond
There are two main goals at The Center for Psychological and Spiritual Development. One goal is to provide practical assistance to those who want to further their own personal development. To that end, we offer workshops in Heart Centered Meditation and individual consults. You can click on the links to find available workshops, or send a request form for a consult or workshop in your area. Heart Centered Meditation, built upon centuries of an experiential oral tradition and the exploration of the inner life, provides practical ways to access the wisdom concealed within each of us. The effects on the mind and body become apparent, as the connection to the Heart activates the underlying operating system in a person, giving rise to a creative and healthy way of being.
Another goal has to do with research. We are interested in exploring the higher capacities of mind and heart. Our intention at this time is to find researchers to study the effects and results derived from participants' experience of Heart Centered Meditation, from the inception of their meditation practice. Please contact us if you are interested in undertaking post-graduate research in the fields of nursing, psychology and neurology, studying Heart Centered Meditation.
The Center for Psychological and Spiritual Development is founded upon the belief that beneath and behind all appearances we present to the world, there is something more. Whatever healing potential exists comes from this place.
Business Organizations & Community Groups
Heart Centered Meditation workshops for BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS & COMMUNITY GROUPS are private events, closed to the public. To discuss your needs and create an event in your area please use the form below and we will respond to your request to discuss your needs and help you plan your Heart Centered Meditation workshop.
Introduction & Open Weekend Workshops
Searching for balance in life often eludes us. By engaging your heart through meditation, balance occurs as difficulties resolve. Discover and grow into your potential. A person can learn to stay connected to themselves with ease, clarity, and focus, while interacting with other relationships in sometimes complicated circumstances. Heart Centered Meditation (HCM) is a helpful practice for beginners, as well as for those well acquainted with meditation. Many people searching for an approach to healing find Heart Centered Meditation an essential practice to restore their health and aid in rehabilitation.
Teens & Young Adults
Heart Centered Meditation is very beneficial for young people searching for a "Sense of Self." Often confusing social interactions add to a self-conscious atmosphere for young adults who are unprepared to express themselves. Teens that practiced Heart Centered Meditation (HCM) experience a palpable sense of "who they are", and derived the strength needed to follow a course of action with integrity. Group discussions often include a shared sense of conscience that surfaces during their meditations.
Therapists & Healthcare Professionals
Heart Centered Meditation workshops for THERAPISTS & HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS are private events, closed to the public. To discuss your needs and create an event in your area please use the form below and we will respond to your request to discuss your needs and help you plan your Heart Centered Meditation workshop.