Clarity of Mind: Essentials for Brain Longevity

What if the yoga practice you already love could be one of your most powerful tools for protecting your mind as you age? Clarity of Mind: Essentials for Brain Longevity bridges ancient yogic wisdom and cutting-edge neuroscience to show you exactly how. Held at the serene Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville in Buckingham, Virginia, this transformative workshop invites you to explore the profound connection between your breath, body, and cognitive health—with practical techniques you can integrate into your life immediately.

Led by certified yoga teacher Jane Stelboum, who specializes in brain longevity science, this in-person workshop meets you wherever you are on your yoga journey. Whether you're a dedicated practitioner seeking to deepen your mental acuity, an adult child caring for aging parents, or a wellness professional wanting to offer evidence-based guidance, you'll leave with both understanding and actionable tools. Stelboum translates complex neurobiology into accessible methods, demystifying how stress affects your cognition, why certain meditation practices rewire your brain, and what lifestyle pillars truly matter for long-term mental health.

This isn't a clinical lecture dressed as yoga—it's a lived experience. You'll practice Kirtan Kriya, a research-backed meditation technique shown to support cognitive resilience. You'll move and breathe with intention, feeling how your nervous system responds. And you'll integrate it all within the peaceful sanctuary of Yogaville, a place devoted to spiritual practice and self-discovery.

What to Expect

Expect a thoughtfully woven day that honors both science and soul. The workshop opens with foundational teachings on stress physiology and how chronic tension clouds clarity. You'll then explore the Four Pillars of Alzheimer's Prevention—diet, exercise, sleep, and social connection—through a yogic lens, discovering how your asana practice, pranayama, and meditation directly support these pillars.

The heart of the experience is learning and practicing Kirtan Kriya meditation, a specific technique with measurable cognitive benefits documented in neuroscience research. You'll understand why it works, not just how to do it. Throughout, Stelboum bridges traditional yoga philosophy with modern brain science, making complex topics feel intuitive and empowering.

Leave with a clear toolkit: specific breath and movement practices to calm your nervous system, a meditation you can practice daily, and the knowledge to explain to loved ones why these practices matter for brain health. The group setting amplifies the experience—you're surrounded by others equally committed to clarity and longevity.

Venue & Logistics

Location: Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville, Buckingham, Virginia
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
What to bring: Comfortable yoga clothes, a mat (or one will be provided), water, and an open mind. The ashram's tranquil setting supports deep learning.