Sitting Acupuncture Meditation
with
Mathew Kulas
TOP RATED
49 Have Dabbled
ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category
Fitness & Wellness
Event Overview
De-stress in the middle of the week by combining acupuncture and silent meditation.
Please arrive promptly at 7pm so as not to disturb other meditators. If you are running late then please come in but just arrive like a gentle breeze. We will end the event at 8pm.
We will begin with needles for whomever will want them, then begin the quiet meditation which will last for about 40 minutes. (You can attend just for the group meditation). We will end with some reflection, or a reading from the Tao te Ching.
This group will no longer be primarily sitting on the ground. We will be transitioning the meditation and acupuncture to sitting in chairs for space and comfort during the entire session. Feel free to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated during the session, and ear buds if you wish to sit in complete silence.
What to Bring
Might want to bring noise canceling earbuds if you're desiring absolute silence, and a water bottle.
Minimum age
All ages welcome
Cancellation PolicyLocation
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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST
Mathew Kulas
TOP RATED
Mathew Kulas is a licensed and board certified Acupuncturist in the state of Illinois. He has extensive experience in helping clients deal with anxiety, depression, and stress. He has worked with many conditions in the past, but feels our dis-ease in life has more of an emotional root. Some other commonly treated conditions he has worked with are HIV, fibromyalgia, cancer, rape/abuse trauma, back pain, migraines, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, bone spurs, diabetes, and countless more.
Mathew has been meditating since he was 15 years old, and now is looking to share what he has experienced and learned on his own journey by providing quality and affordable acupuncture while looking into our own hearts.
EXPERIENCE REVIEWS
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Adam F.Reviewed on 09/17/15I've only just started to explore meditation within the last month or two - Reading Mindfulness in Plain English and practicing much less regularly than I should. I had 0 experience with acupuncture, but this sounded really interesting. At the very least, I knew signing up would force me to set aside substantial time for meditation on at least one day! Plus, for 10 bucks a person, this seemed like a steal.
And it was! Mathew is great and makes you feel right at home, even if you have no experience at all. he gives a good quick overview of the acupuncture (5 points in each ear at the session I attended). With the meditation, he gives helpful guidance For newcomers but also leaves you the freedom to practice in whatever style you want (as long as it's silent). It's a great environment all around regardless of your current level of practice - though newcomers beware: an hour is a long time to meditate, and you may lose focus and drift off after a while. That doesn't make it any less relaxing or enjoyable though!
The acupuncture had a much more noticeable effect than I expected. Staying centered and calm and mindful was much easier than my average practice session. Between the pins and the meditating, I felt GREAT for the rest of the night. It's been a stressful few months, and last night I felt better than I have in a while. Highly recommend to anyone interested in mindfulness, relaxation techniques, even mental health and philosophy. Will be returning!
I've only just started to explore meditation within the last month or two - Reading Mindfulness in Plain English and practicing much less regularly than I should. I had 0 experience with acupuncture, but this sounded really interesting. At the very least, I knew signing up would force me to set aside substantial time for meditation on at least one day! Plus, for 10 bucks a person, this seemed like a steal.
And it was! Mathew is great and makes you feel right at home, even if you have no experience at all. he gives a good quick overview of the acupuncture (5 points in each ear at the session I attended). With the meditation, he gives helpful guidance For newcomers but also leaves you the freedom to practice in whatever style you want (as long as it's silent). It's a great environment all around regardless of your current level of practice - though newcomers beware: an hour is a long time to meditate, and you may lose focus and drift off after a while. That doesn't make it any less relaxing or enjoyable though!
The acupuncture had a much more noticeable effect than I expected. Staying centered and calm and mindful was much easier than my average practice session. Between the pins and the meditating, I felt GREAT for the rest of the night. It's been a stressful few months, and last night I felt better than I have in a while. Highly recommend to anyone interested in mindfulness, relaxation techniques, even mental health and philosophy. Will be returning!
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Bridget M.Reviewed on 09/17/15
Very relaxing experience and nice way to wind down and meditate after a long day of work. Mathew created a calm and welcoming space that was very open to people like me who are new to acupuncture.
Very relaxing experience and nice way to wind down and meditate after a long day of work. Mathew created a calm and welcoming space that was very open to people like me who are new to acupuncture.
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Neeva S.Reviewed on 08/21/15
Very restful experience! This was my first time with acupuncture - Mathew did a nice job of explaining the type of acupuncture and letting us know what to expect. His passion for acupuncture and mediation practice really shone through the whole experience! I'd definitely recommend!
Very restful experience! This was my first time with acupuncture - Mathew did a nice job of explaining the type of acupuncture and letting us know what to expect. His passion for acupuncture and mediation practice really shone through the whole experience! I'd definitely recommend!
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S M.Reviewed on 07/16/15
Loved the class!!! Matthew is totally sweet!! I slept all through the night afterwards and cant wait to go back to another class. I especially enjoyed the reading afterwards, one I could read over and over again! Thank you for the positive Chicago experience!
Loved the class!!! Matthew is totally sweet!! I slept all through the night afterwards and cant wait to go back to another class. I especially enjoyed the reading afterwards, one I could read over and over again! Thank you for the positive Chicago experience!
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D K.Reviewed on 03/26/15Thrilled with how my experience went!
Neither my guest nor I had never had acupuncture before, nor had we ever meditated! Mathew was great - his energy is amazing and I felt immediately comfortable and at-ease with the newness of the situation. He explained things thoroughly, created a comforting and tranquil setting, and was really interesting - he has a wealth of knowledge, both in his field and in his personal life that will help you to connect.
If you're nervous, he doesn't mind answering any and all questions. My experience was so great (and I LOVED the acupuncture part) that I'll definitely return for more classes and services!
Thrilled with how my experience went!
Neither my guest nor I had never had acupuncture before, nor had we ever meditated! Mathew was great - his energy is amazing and I felt immediately comfortable and at-ease with the newness of the situation. He explained things thoroughly, created a comforting and tranquil setting, and was really interesting - he has a wealth of knowledge, both in his field and in his personal life that will help you to connect.
If you're nervous, he doesn't mind answering any and all questions. My experience was so great (and I LOVED the acupuncture part) that I'll definitely return for more classes and services!
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Janine M.Reviewed on 11/20/14
I thought Mathew was great and this was my first time with acupuncture, so he helped calm my nerves a bit before class with his calm demeanor. It was a nice, small class and very relaxing. I'd come again!
From Teacher:
Thank you for the kind words Janine. It was a pleasure having you there, and I appreciate the helpful feedback.
I thought Mathew was great and this was my first time with acupuncture, so he helped calm my nerves a bit before class with his calm demeanor. It was a nice, small class and very relaxing. I'd come again!
From Teacher:
Thank you for the kind words Janine. It was a pleasure having you there, and I appreciate the helpful feedback.
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Jill R.Reviewed on 07/17/14
Nicely run class. The instructor guided us to a wonderful meditation journey. The acupuncture points helped to center and ground me. It was powerful. I will be back.
Nicely run class. The instructor guided us to a wonderful meditation journey. The acupuncture points helped to center and ground me. It was powerful. I will be back.
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