Zen Mountain Monastery
zmm.org
Matthew began his monastic training at ZMM in 1996. The Anahat Meditation System draws significant influence from the discipline, meditation postures, and foundational principles of Zen Meditation (Zazen). Additionally, the Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy’s Code of Ethics and its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice are deeply inspired by the monasteries’ emphasis on kindness and compassion for all beings.
Temple of the Universe
tou.org
Matthew lived at and attended services at The Temple of the Universe for approximately five years, intermittently. Michael A. Singer’s teachings (https://tou.org/talks/) have profoundly influenced the training at the Institute of Interpersonal Hypnotherapy (IIH), particularly in areas such as clearing emotional blockages, opening the heart, and cultivating witness consciousness.
Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health
kripalu.org
In 1996, Matthew lived at Kripalu for approximately one year. The Institute’s teachings on breathwork, yogic philosophy, meditation, clearing emotional blocks, and embracing a “spiritual lifestyle” are deeply inspired by the transformative works of Swami Kripalu and Yogi Amrit Desai. The foundations of The Anahat Meditation System emerged during this time, as Matthew engaged in profound 12-hour daily meditation sessions in the woods at Kripalu.
International Meditation Institute Kullu, Himalayas, India
swamishyam.com
In 2003, Matthew resided at the International Meditation Institute, where he studied directly with Swami Shyam and many of his long-term students. The Anahat Meditation System is deeply influenced by Swami Shyam’s writings and teachings, particularly his insights into The Yoga Sutras, The Bhagavad Gita, and other significant yogic scriptures.
acim.org
Every aspect of Anahat Education Group’s teachings is influenced by A Course in Miracles. We highly recommend that anyone on the path engage in the ACIM workbook lessons to supplement any spiritual path.
The works of Samaneri Jayasara come highly recommended for anyone seeking profound spiritual inspiration. Her beautiful renditions of timeless spiritual texts can be explored at her YouTube channel. Many of Matthew’s meditations are deeply influenced by The Cloud of Unknowing, which has been exquisitely set to music in her work.
