Class detail
Modern Buddhism – Inspiring Solutions for Difficult Times (Sept. 5 – 26 )
How does one cope with the uncertainty and instability of our modern world without getting jaded or living in a constant state of anxiety? This 4 week series will explore practical methods for building stability and peace from the point of view of Buddhist philosophy, psychology and establishing a daily meditation practice. Everyone is welcome!
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Oct 17 – Nov 7
Choose Kindness – The Buddhist Way of Loving Kindness
Explore how to cultivate an authentic experience of loving kindness through meditation and practical application of Buddha’s timeless wisdom advice. Through this training we can solve many of our daily problems, improve our relationships with others and maintain a happy and peaceful mind all the time.
Nov 21 – Dec 12
Rebel Wisdom – Against the Stream
In many ways, Buddha’s teachings are a rebellious approach to our normal views and attitudes. Buddha taught how to accept and even enjoy difficulties, to not believe everything we see and to realize the illusion-like nature of reality. This series will explore how to develop become a “virtuous rebel”, seeing all our experiences with a fresh new perspective.
Teacher
Gen Kelsang Thekchen, Resident Teacher at Bodhisattva KMC
Our Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Thekchen, is a senior meditation teacher in the New Kadampa Tradition.
Class format
Guided breathing meditation
Practical teaching
Second guided meditation based on the teaching
Option to ask the Teacher questions in cafe after the class
