Saturday Classes

Saturday Classes

Silencing the Inner Critic

Saturday, Sept 23
Time: 10:00 – 12:30pm
Cost: $30 ($15 for supporting members)

 

Half-day Course with Kadampa Buddhist Nun & Teacher Kelsang Khacho

Many of us have a tendency to be our own worst critic, which leads to low self-esteem and a negative self-perception. We start to believe we are not good enough, comparing ourself to others in distorted ways. As a result of these debilitating thoughts, we become insecure, feeling inadequate, judged and even rejected at times.

This negative self-criticism serves no useful purpose. It undermines our relationships, our work, and our ability to realize our full potential. Why not learn how to feel better about yourself!

In this half-day course, we will learn how to use Buddha’s teachings and meditations to let go of self-critical thoughts and the negative feelings they produce. By putting these teachings into practice, we will develop the ability to recognize, reduce and finally eliminate this inner critic, and begin to experience inner peace, self-acceptance and mental freedom.

Everyone is welcome!

SCHEDULE

Session 1: 10:00 – 11:10am
Break: 11:10 – 11:30am 
Session 2: 11:30 – 12:30pm

 

Registration

How to Overcome Negative Self-Talk​

Free Your Mind

Saturday, Oct 21
Time: 10:00 – 12:30pm
Cost: $30 ($15 for supporting members)
Free Your Mind
Half-day Course with Kadampa Buddhist Nun & Teacher Kelsang Khacho

Anxiety and stress are endemic in our busy, fast-paced life. We tend to think that situations or people in our life are the causes of our stress and unhappiness. Consequently, we waste our time and deplete our mental energy by trying to figure out how to ‘fix’ those situations or people. This usually creates even more mental busyness and stress.

Buddha taught that all our worries, anxiety and stress comes from within our own mind. More specifically, they come from our unrealistic expectations and our exaggerated views of ourself, the people around us and the world in general. By learning to identify the actual causes of our unpleasant feelings and emotions, we can begin to understand how to free our mind from them.

In this half-day course, we will look at how meditation can eliminate stress and help us to be more relaxed, peaceful and positive in our daily life. We will train in powerful stress-busting techniques derived from ancient Buddhist wisdom, and learn to face life’s adversities with a happy, peaceful heart.

Everyone is welcome!

SCHEDULE

Session 1: 10:00 – 11:10am
Break: 11:10 – 11:30am 
Session 2: 11:30 – 12:30pm

 

Registration

A Life Beyond Anxiety, Worries and Stress

Being at Peace with Everyone

Saturday, Dec 9
Time: 10:00 – 12:30pm
Cost: $30 ($15 for supporting members)
Half-day Course with Kadampa Buddhist Nun & Teacher Kelsang Khacho

At times, the people we love the most can be the ones with whom we have the most problems and who create the greatest tensions. For this reason, the busy gatherings of the holiday season offer us the unrivalled opportunity to train our mind, not only in patient acceptance, but also in generosity, love, compassion and wisdom.

In this half-day course, we will learn practical, proven methods to keep our mind calm and our heart open with everyone, regardless of what they say or do. With this calm, composed mind, we can be at peace with everyone, using challenging situations as opportunities for spiritual growth. This is the best way to enjoy quality time with friends and family, giving them the best gift of all – the gift of peace and happiness!

SCHEDULE

Session 1: 10:00 – 11:15am 
Break: 11:15 – 11:45am 
Session 2: 11:45 – 12:30pm 

 

Registration

Maintaining a Peaceful & Loving Heart Over the Holidays

Details

Our general program classes include guided meditations, and practical teachings given by Buddha.
These classes are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitioners
General meditation classes are given as a series, but can also be taken individually.
Chairs and cushions are provided.