New! My Kindle Book “ Tara Illuminated The Mandala of the 21 Taras “ was published on Amazon

So happy to announce that my book is now available on kindle: ( paperback version still in review but coming soon ) Order at:
https://a.co/d/djdD72V
Tara Illuminated – The Mandala of the Twenty-One Taras” is a transformative and comprehensive guide that takes you on a profound journey into the practices and meditations of the Mandala of the Twenty-One Taras. This illuminating book presents 22 meditations, mantras, praises, teachings, syllables, and practice sequences that empower and uplift your life with the wisdom of the Goddess, the Female Buddha Tara.

Tara, a revered figure in the non-dual Vajrayana Buddhist tradition, offers teachings that are relevant and impactful for modern spiritual seekers of all genders. “Tara Illuminated – The Mandala of the 21 Taras” serves as an invaluable resource for those who wish to deepen their understanding of Tara’s teachings and integrate her profound wisdom into their everyday lives.

Within the pages of this book, you will embark on a transformative exploration of Tara’s feminine empowered energy and learn how to establish a deeper connection with her divine presence. Each chapter focuses on a different Tara in the Mandala, providing clear and accessible instructions on how to engage in the corresponding meditation or practice. Through these practices, you will discover the power of Tara’s energy and how it can positively influence your life.

Whether you are new to Tara’s teachings or have an existing connection with her, “Tara Illuminated” offers a wealth of knowledge and practical guidance to enhance your spiritual journey. This book invites you to embrace the transformative power of Tara’s wisdom and experience the profound impact it can have on your life.

If you are ready to delve into the sacred teachings of Tara and unlock the potential for spiritual growth and empowerment, “Tara Illuminated – The Mandala of the Twenty-One Taras” is the perfect companion on your path. Open its pages and allow the radiant energy of Tara to illuminate your life. “Tara Illuminated – The Mandala of the Twenty-One Taras” is a comprehensive guide that delves into the practices and meditations of the Mandala of the Twenty-One Taras. This book comprises 22 meditations, mantras, praises, teachings, syllables, and practice sequences that empower and uplift your life with the Female Buddha Tara.

Link to Amazon Kindle Store: https://a.co/d/djdD72V

Get the accompanying Mandala of the 21 Taras Practice Deck on my Etsy Store https://www.etsy.com/listing/1505098627/

Tara Card Deck

Published by Melissa Abbott Yoga & Meditation Podcast

A lifelong meditator, learner and seeker, Melissa started her journey with a Hatha Yoga class in 1970 at age 17. Later after a stint in Art School and extensive travel, Melissa became a resident at Shree Muktananda Ashram in upstate NY studying Siddha Yoga meditation practices and is a disciple of Gurumayi Chidvilasananda and the Siddha Lineage Of Swami Muktananda and Bhagwan Nityananda. There she became acquainted with Shaiva Tantra Meditation from Kashmir, while studying with Dr. Paul Mueller Ortega, Dr.Douglas Brooks, Sally Kempton aka Swami Durgananda and many other teachers residing there at that time. Melissa also studied Tibetan Buddhist Practices of the Sakya Lineage with Luding Khenchen Rimpoche. Melissa has had a 40+ year meditation practice receiving many initiations and transmissions from many great contemporary teachers. Currently, since 2017 Melissa has been studying with Christopher Wallis a Sanskrit Scholar Phd covering “The Recognition Sutras”, “Vijnana Bhairava”, “Spanda Karikas”, and “Tantraloka”. Melissa is an avid reader, studying with the scholarly works of Christopher Wallis PhD, Alexis Sanderson Phd.Oxford University , Christopher Tompkins PHd Candidate University Of CA Berkley, and James Mallinson from SOAS in London. A member of Academia.org, Melissa keeps up with the latest translations of historic Yogic Writings by contemporary scholars. On the Hatha Yoga front, Melissa has studied Iyengar and Anusara Hatha Yoga in the 1990’s and later took her first hot yoga class 10 years ago with Suzanne Elliott in Merritt Island, FL, becoming a Raja Hot Core Hatha Yoga 500 hour Teacher in 2016 with Craig Villani. In 2017 she became a USA Yoga Coach and started judging video submissions in 2019. In 2018 Melissa studied with Jimmy Barkan Level 2 Hot Vinyasa Training in Ft Lauderdale and 2019 Adi Westerman’s Teaching 26/2 Plus Training. A member of the Original Hot Yoga Asso OHYA and a Hot Yoga Teacher at Steam House Hot Yoga & Pilates in Epping NH www.steamhousenh.com and Blue Yoga Group in Swampscott, MA. “Melissa Abbott Yoga and Meditation” has a weekly Visionary Tantric Yoga & Yoga Nidra Podcast available on Spotify, ITunes Podcasts, Podbean and YouTube.

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