Do you ever find yourself in situations in which it seems impossible to keep a happy mind? Even after getting out of an unhealthy relationship or a bad situation, do you still find yourself tormented by old resentments that continue to burn, even years later? In these classes we will explore tried and tested methods for letting go of, not repressing, anger and resentment, without taking it out on others. The practice of patient acceptance, when combined with wisdom and compassion, is the most effective way to work with our unhappy feelings, learn from them, and then heal our mind and our heart so that we can finally get some peace.
Recommended reading: How to Solve Our Human Problems by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
July 6 – The Power of the Mind: Introduction
July 13 – Is it Worth It?: The Faults of Anger
July 20 – Irritation, Frustration, and Fear: Why We Get Angry
July 27 – Staying Peaceful Whatever Happens: Learning to Accept Suffering
August 3 – Wisdom and Patience: The Patience of Definitely Thinking About Dharma
August 10 – Compassion and Forgiveness: Learning Not to Retaliate
Finding Inner Peace through Meditation
Guided meditations and teachings with modern Buddhist teacher Gen Kelsang Tashi
Wednesdays, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Meditation is a great way to overcome stress, promote health and well-being, and maintain a positive and relaxed attitude to life. Through following practical instructions, everyone can learn to meditate. During these online weekly guided meditations you will learn the basics of meditation so that you can practice with confidence and joy. With regular practice, these meditations help to relax both body and mind and lead to a deep experience of inner peace.
August 17 – Experiencing the inner peace of meditation
August 24 – Learning to let go of distractions and disturbances
August 31 – A special meditation for deep inner peace