What can I say about my favorite small business in town? Best community, genuinely authentic…read morepeople, gifted yoga instructors, good music and vibe. The yoga teachers care about you and make it a point to know and interact w their students. I took my YTT here as well, and I recommend if you are pursuing that. Yoga classes are fun, different, sometimes wild, sometimes calm, instructive, and attuned to different needs.

10/10 experience! This place is divine I took a yoga class…read morewith Sandra and it was the greatest experience I've ever had. Nothing will top yoga here! Sandra was like the calm app came to life! So soothing and this was my first yoga class but she made me feel like a pro. Very accommodating in her positioning and so detailed! I will definitely be back! If you're new to yoga or a postpartum mom like me looking for an hour of zen! Monday's at 6:30 with Sandra! Thank me later ;)

I love trying new things and I found this local place that is into healing, sound baths, and even…read moresome yoga practices. They have a week trial for $49.00 which you can check out the different types of classes that they have. Walk right into the storefront and behind is the studio where they offer the classes. Don't forget to take off your shoes before entering and letting the instructor know it is your first time here. I tried out a yoga and sound bath, a strictly all-sound bath, and one that was more vocal with sound bath/meditation. If you want something relaxing and chill why not come on by? I scheduled all my classes online and I just showed up with a yoga mat. They have a lot of other items in the cabinets for you to use.

I wanted to callout what I call a gimmick where KIN claims to offer a $25 gift certificate if you…read moreand a friend that you recommend purchase a session each. Turns out a friend and I did this and received no such discount/coupon/certificate. I emailed KIN and have not received a reply. Below is the link that they claimed the $25. I really liked the place but false advertising is not cool....

Sometimes we need a reset . Our minds are cluttered and we need to take the time to relax. This…read moremeditation center has meditation sessions where it is guided and have one day retreats to learn more about it. The nice thing is that they will be opening up a larger meditation hall! I went to their groundbreaking ceremony and am excited to see when it opens up . I have actually attended this center for decades and the people there are friendly. Check out www.peacepointmeditation.org for their sessions. Included are photos from the groundbreaking ceremony ;)

As a Buddhist of the Thai Theravada tradition, I was excited when I first thought I could attend…read moredharma talks by legit Thai monks here in CA. When I looked into visiting, it was quite odd to me that the website was asking me to pay to reserve a seat before ever even going. This struck me as odd. Only a bit of investigation was needed before I quickly learned this is a cult with tremendous wealth and power. Rather than accepting "Dana," a contribution made of generosity in Buddhism, where no one is turned away due to a lack of funds to meditate, they specifically charge and further proclaim, the more you donate, the 'better your merit. Be careful if you get involved with this group. They advocate for materialism and wealth, which is absolutely not in alignment with the ancient teachings of the Buddha. In fact, his views were *the very opposite*.

I just had the most relaxing reset at Salt Oasis and I'm honestly still glowing…read more From the moment I walked in, the whole space felt so calming and cozy--like an instant escape from the chaos of everyday life The salt cave was my favorite part it literally felt like a warm hug. The atmosphere is so peaceful, and you can actually feel your body slow down and relax I also tried the breathing chair and I'm OBSESSED it helped me slow my breathing down and I walked out feeling calmer, clearer, and more energized all at once I ended my visit with a sound bath which was the perfect way to fully reset my mind, body, and soul If you've been feeling stressed, anxious, or just need a moment for yourself... I can't recommend this enough ‍ 10/10 experience--this is your sign to romanticize your wellness era

Customer service. We came in early for our appointment as a couple. We were scheduled for the…read moreoxygen chairs and then the salt cave. Everything was fine until the salt cave. They weren't prepared for the amount of people scheduled to be in the room. They were short one chair for my husband. My hubby and I waited patiently outside the room for them to bring him a chair while everyone else went in. By the time they set up his chair, everyone was already lying down in their chairs with their blankets and eyes closed. My husband's chair was placed in the back of the room right under the fountain light. Before I had a chance to say something, they announced, we will be closing the door and shutting off the lights. Therefore, I didn't say anything, assuming this would include the fountain light my hubby was under. It wasn't. His light remained on. He tried his best to use the blanket he grabbed to cover his eyes from the brightness. I couldn't enjoy my own experience knowing he was placed in such an awkward position in the room. Once the session was over, I kindly asked the staff member to stay back so I can show her that his chair was placed right under the light in an awkward corner of the room. She immediately said, well you could have moved the chair around. We actually couldn't have based on the size of the room and them bringing us in at a later time, when everyone was already laying down in their chairs with their blankets. Overall, I tried to voice our disappointment with the experience in a respectful and discreet way. The employee became defensive instead of listening to our concerns. She chose to argue back. The employee finally said sorry once we were at the check out counter in-front of everyone, making it more awkward for me & my husband. We paid everything in advance, and when we were trying to leave, she stopped us and said she needed to check we were good to go. Making us stay there longer, just waiting. We don't recommend this place due to the customer service. They only offered a 50 discount for a future experience with an expiration date. We don't plan to come back.

I had been on the hunt for a local yoga studio and stumbled across the Mind Body Connection on…read moreinstagram. I attended a sound bath and knew I had found my place. The studio itself has a relaxing aesthetic vibe that feels welcoming. Classes are intimate and rejuvenating. The team are all so kind and genuinely have a passion for the work that they do. I always leave feeling relaxed and centered; the evening classes help me sleep like a rock after. So glad to be able to have this place as a part of my wellness routine!

I took a yoga class here with instructor Larissa. The studio is small, but since the class size was…read morealso small (around six students), there was still plenty of room to move comfortably. This particular class focused on yoga for back pain, so the movements were very gentle and aimed at relieving tension and tightness in the back. I really enjoyed the class and found it helpful. The only downside for me was the air conditioning. I happened to be near a vent, and every time the AC kicked on, a strong blast of very cold air hit me directly. I felt chilly for most of the class, and the cold air dried out my nose and throat--especially during breathwork exercises--causing me to cough a few times.

What a beautiful inviting sacred space they have created!…read moreOpen and airy, lots of class variations, friendly faces welcoming conversation for the soul. One word that really seemed to resonate this place is Kindness. -Kid friendly, pet friendly! -Classes So far they do not have classes Monday , Tuesdays, and every month their classes do change. Which is actually really neat! I do think they need to keep some consistent though maybe a few a week that are quickly filled. -I'm not sure if they have a continual membership or if it is a month by month basis. Checking online or calling is the best bet! -Very Clean space! -I love that their willingness to give back to the community through select free trial classes. -They have a private space for all your items, and lots of clean props! -Their integrity with organic teas and sharing :) lovely! I hope they get busier since they're a newer studio here in Brea. What they bring to the table is truly different and worth checking out!

Worst meditation ever!!!…read more They book an area at the mall West Elm store which we where meditating in between furniture and not enough space. People had to meditate on store furniture that people will buy. They forgot to tell people to turn off their cell phones before it started and said it during the process one the text messages were coming through. Not only that the person cell phone who didn't turn it off stared receiving phone calls during the process that's when I decided to just walk out!! Also before I forget there was people knocking on the glass store trying to get in. I don't know if it was a customer or a person who arrived late to class. This group doesn't know how to make a zen place. Don't even waste your time!!! Save your gas! If I could give less then 1 star I would. So, I received a reply to my comment and the event said nothing about a real life meditation event. So I liked how the event coordinator tried to cover their errors instead of just apologizing. I have posted a pic of the actual posting they put. And if this is what you get for free!!! Then I really won't waste my money nor time with these people

Excellent practice- zero pressure- not a cult- learn and alway's know you can attend a check…read moresession with your instructor- my instructor "Carol Travis" - Ithaca, New York- one of the most wonderful teachers of TM - very kind person. She and her husband and Mom have done it for years- great people. I cannot imagine life without this daily practice- If you are feeling a bit stressed or uneasy in today's environment- this is a great way to balance your inner mind- nobody tells you to do or think anything- it's basically thinking.... And creating a positive outlook for you! I personally listen to Bob Roth daily- meditate and absolutely feel so much better -

I had a truly positive experience with Transcendental Meditation. The instructors were genuine role…read moremodels--patient, knowledgeable, and deeply supportive throughout the entire process. They created a calm, welcoming environment that made it easy to learn and feel comfortable practicing. I leave each session feeling more grounded and clear-minded. I'm very grateful for their guidance and highly recommend this program to anyone interested in learning meditation in a structured and meaningful way

Wat Suddhavasa is a Thai Buddhist temple established in 1997 where Thai, Laotian, Chinese,…read moreCambodian, Indonesian, Vietnamese, American and European Buddhists worship. There is a library on the bottom level and classes for people to learn the teaching of Buddha, Thai language and culture. The upper level is where the temple is located. There wasn't anyone there when we visited since it was a weekday morning, and I'm sure covid had something to do with it too. My friend and I were looking for a comfortable place to meditate and find inner peace while the external reality of this year continues to tarnish. It was hot because there was no air condition but it didn't matter to us, we were grateful for the temple to be open and for providing us with a safe place to practice. Thank you.

My twin sisters wanted to devoted a day as a lady monk as a way to dedicate that day to think of…read moreour father. It's been ten years since he passed away. Couple rules as a lady monk you cannot touch them, one meal a day, meditate most of the day, do some cleaning around the temple. (A request from a friend to write more so this is going to be off topic, so skip to recap for a low down of Wat Suddhavasa) We started the meditation with four monks. Don't understand what they're saying but into it you feel centered. You should allowed your mind to wonder and allowed it to come back again. Your eyes are closed, your hands together in a praying positions, you're sitting on the floor. I'm not flexible so I just lean against a sofa. Somewhere you started to reflect... "I miss you, papa" It's nice to be at a Temple it's serene, monks are pleasant and I get to practice my Thai. My sisters and mom look beautiful. After the prayer, a monk gave a little speech... had to call mom on this one it didn't really stick hahaha. He(monk) said, and I'm paraphrasing, people give back to monks and temple, to buddhism and they often wonder of all the donation and giving why is it I'm still stuck in a rut. I thought that by giving I will get something in return... perhaps find peace and money would start rolling in? Monk said, it's not enough to just give and expect something in return. There are three things that you should considered: one, your actions. Are your actions withing the realm of buddhism? There are five principles: don't steal, don't cheat, ... dang I don't know the other three. It's been a long time since I'd gone to Buddha school. Two, your donations does not necessary going to show return in this life. Perhaps you are suffering through Karma. In that you are repaying for your past sin. Third, you should have good intention in your action. This is similar to Wayne Dryer teaching, "The power of Intention" I don't remembered the details but in my world I do good with the intention to make others happy. I tried not to hurt other people. Perhaps there are some goodness that comes from buddha teaching that I'm practicing on a day-to-day basis. But it's hard. So again, it comes back to intention. If you mean well, hopefully the other party sees that and if the result happened to be bad. Well, hopefully she/he understands. Then we pray again this time we "Quad Nam", this is a tradition way to focus on your wishes and making wishes. You'd place your index finger in this golden cup and while the monks are saying their prayers you slowly pour "prayer" water from this little golden vase over your finger, your family can join in and if it's too crowded you can receive that goodness for touching the person who's fingers are being blessed from the "prayer" water. All the while you are saying your wishes. Then we go outside and, "Thum Boud" basically each person gets a bowl of rice and we spoon a little of rice for each monk. Naturally you don't want to run out because then the few last monks wont get any rice. So you'll need to know how many monks are coming and portion it properly. You should take off your shoes while doing so and avoid wearing black to temple. White and tan color and consider earthy and grounded so wear them color. Then we passed entrees to the monks and they spoon a little of each in their "bowl" if they don't want it they'll just touch the plate and you hand it off to the next guy who happened to be in front of another monk and he'll hand it to the monk in front of him. Only guys allowed to do this. It's actually kinda fun. I like handing stuff so what! LOL After monks get their food they move to their room. Finally, we go outside and enjoy a home cooking Thai food. Each person bring food to the Temple and after the prayer it's buffet time. And with Thai food you can expect spicy stuff. Love mom's cooking. Usually it's not something you'll find in Thai restaurant. There weren't a lot of people attending since it's in Riverside but plenty of food. I had my mom's spicy fried string beans (not haricot vert, the chinese kind) with pork shoulders so you get a little fat. Very spicy, very tasty! Then I had pan fried minced pork with basil and chilis. And of course, top my jasmine rice with Thai curry, yellow I think. There were coconut milk, button mushroom, young bamboo shoots. Yuummm! Yes, I went back for second. The plastic plate they were handing out were small, yeah that's it hahaha. Nothing fancy about dessert, just cuts of watermelon. Thai desserts are awesome. It's beautifully decorated and usually has coconut milk with plum sugar and sticky rice. And they're in "petit fours" size. You can find them in Thai Town Holloywood area. If you love sweets and coconut you'll love Thai dessert. And if I decided to ask you out, remember to ask me to take you there. It's so much fun Recap: It's serene and peaceful Nice to sit and pray with monks Food is great, since it's Thai mom's cooking