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SUMMARY:Shadow Work with the 16 Guidelines with Craig Mackie - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Shadow Work with the 16 Guidelines with Craig MackieShadow Work with the 16 Guidelines: Uncover\, Transform\, Heal:-\nJoin Craig for a special three-part immersive series designed to go deeper into transforming the shadow side of good quality.\n*Participants should be familiar with either the 16 Guidelines or Transformative Mindfulness Methods (TMM).\n March 17\, 24\, 31 (Mondays)\n⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST (Toronto\, Canada)\n Live on Zoom\nCourse Journey:\nSession 1: Preparing for transformative work\nconnecting with a healing space\ngrounding in compassion and wisdom\nacceptance of pain and the root causes of suffering.\nSession 2: Approaching and transforming our relationship to the shadow:\nwelcoming the negative aspects into a healing space\nencountering resistance\, introducing wisdom and compassion\nasking for help and letting go.\nSession 3: integrating and healing transformed the shadow:\nwelcoming and encountering resistance\,\napplying and integrating new insights and feeling\nnext steps and embodying transformed shadow.\nWhy this course?\nSo often in mindfulness practices\, for participants and facilitators alike\, deep discomfort and distress can arise. Having a toolkit to encounter stress\, paint\, trauma\, childhood wounds or resistance of any kind is essential.\nThis course will introduce participants to a framework and practices that will help them meet blockages to their highest embodied potential through transformative mindfulness.\nThe 16 Guidelines are an indigenous set of embodied virtues that originate from Tibet. In their modern iteration they comprise a framework that can be universally accessed through our own experiences and inner wisdom. Laid out in 4 wisdom themes of how we Think\, Act\, Related and Create Meaning\, each corresponding 4 guidelines can be used to meet challenges and transform suffering.\nWith each good quality also comes the potential for a shadow to arise – something that resembles the qualities but is not (semblance)\, a misuse of the quality (unskillful) that is tainted by unclear motivation or malicious intention\, and the opposite of the quality (contra). Each of these shadow aspects has the potential to be transformed through introspection and healed by introducing wisdom and compassion.\nTransformative Mindfulness Methods provides the perfect framework to dive into transforming a specific shadow that may arise.\nIn this workshop\, participants will be encouraged to pick a specific quality with which they wish to have a deeper relationship. Over three weeks they will participate in transformative work through visualization\, group discussion and didactic instruction.\nWho is this for?\nThis course is ideal for those familiar with either the 16 Guidelines or Transformative Mindfulness Methods and who want to:\n✔️ Work with inner blockages preventing their full potential\n✔️ Gain new tools for healing emotional distress and resistance\n✔️ Deepen their understanding of shadow work & transformation\n Pay What You Can (Suggested: $100 CAD)\n Receipts available for psychological services/social work\n Register: craig@essentialchange.net\nJoin Craig in this powerful and supportive space for deep transformation. ✨\nFacilitator:\nCraig Mackie –Craig is a registered 16G facilitator and trainer\, born in Ottawa\, he has a BA in Developmental Psychology/Philosophy from the University of Alberta\, an MA in Philosophy from the University of Ottawa and an MSW from the University of Toronto. He has worked in wilderness therapy and addiction treatment centers as well as schools and leadership programs for youth. He has also worked with Aboriginal men who have experienced homelessness in Toronto and multiple marginalized communities in Ottawa.\nOther projects he has played a key role in include Social Rec Connect and Christie Lake Kids.\nIn addition to his work in individual counseling and coaching in private practice\, he is the founder of Essential Change and teaches as an instructor for the Applied Mindfulness Meditation Certificate Program at the University of Toronto\, Continuing Education\, Faculty of Social Work.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/shadow-work-with-the-16-guidelines-with-craig-mackie-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-3/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-6/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreWhat is Sound Meditation?\nDuring the group Sound Meditation\, Craig and his array of sound tools will take you on a relaxing\, restorative\, nourishing sonic journey.\nThis is a group Sound Meditation session using Metal Himalayan Singing Bowls\, Crystal bowls\, the Gong\, Chimes and the Handpan.\nCraig’s Group Sound Meditations utilise the strengths of many instruments and sound tools to create calm\, safe and welcoming spaces for all to relax in. You will be guided to a restful and restorative state by the sounds of Himalayan singing bowls\, crystal singing bowls\, the Gong\, chimes and kalimbas – and not to forget\, the beautiful sounds of the Handpan.\nThe benefit of the Sound Meditation\nStimulating frequencies create sympathetic reactions that allow us to clear blockages\, whether emotional\, mental or physical. Work with such sound tools can be detoxing\, balancing\, de-stressing and uplifting. You are free to drift away to wherever the sound may take you.\nHow can I join the Sound Meditation session?\nThis is an in-person session held in the main temple at Jamyang London Buddhist Centre.\nYou might like to bring a small cushion / pillow to rest your head on and while mats are provided\, you are welcome to bring your own yoga mat should you prefer. Sound is more effective with an eye-cover so feel free to bring your own\, or you can purchase one at the check-out when booking online.\nYou can book here\nSound Meditation Session: 11:00 – 12:30\nAbout the Sound Meditation Teacher\nCraig is an IPHM certified Sound Therapy Practitioner providing Individual treatments and Group Sound Meditations through his practice ‘Soundworks’.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-march-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-36/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Movement
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SUMMARY:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreDrop-in meditation on Sunday\nStart your week off right and banish stress and anxiety with the power of meditation.\nThese meditation drop-in sessions are secular and have been created so that like-minded people can meet\, meditate and learn how to meditate together.\nCome to Discover what meditation is\nMeditation is a simple practice available to all\, which can reduce stress\, increase calmness and clarity and promote happiness. Learning how to meditate is straightforward\, and the benefits can come quickly.\nThese meditation sessions provide a much-needed respite from the hustle and bustle of city life\, allowing individuals to find inner peace and tranquility. Whether you are seeking solace\, stress relief\, or simply a moment of stillness\, these meditations offer a valuable opportunity to cultivate a sense of well-being in the midst of our fast-paced world.\nIn this drop-in meditation session\, you will have the chance to experience a 60-minute guided meditation. This is an in-person gathering where you can connect with like-minded individuals and explore the transformative power of meditation.\nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to find inner calm and uncover the true essence of life. Join us at Jamyang London Buddhist Centre and embark on a journey of self-discovery and enlightenment.\nIs meditation for me?\nThis class is for beginners and all who wish to develop basic meditation methods which they can apply to improve their daily lives\, whether or not they identify as Buddhists\, and regardless of their prior experience with meditation.\nBy creating a welcoming and inclusive environment\, these meditation sessions encourage individuals from all walks of life to come together and embark on a journey of self-discovery and mindfulness. These meditations are for everyone\, regardless of their religious or cultural background.\nLed by experienced guides\, these meditations offer a gentle introduction to the practice\, ensuring that participants feel comfortable and supported throughout the process. However\, they also cater to those who may have some familiarity with meditation\, providing an opportunity for individuals to deepen their meditation practice.\nDrop-in Meditation: What can I expect?\nDrop-in Meditation\n60-minute guided meditation on Sunday Morning\nIn-person only\nMeditation led by Roy Sutherwood\nDonations are welcome\nMeditation Leader\nRoy Sutherwood is a former Trustee and Director of Jamyang London Buddhist Centre\, and an FPMT recognised teacher. He has studied under masters of Buddhist philosophy and meditation for many years. He facilitates classes in Tibetan Buddhism at the Buddhist Society and is also a qualified teacher of secular Mindfulness techniques.\nHow to join?\nBook now on eventbrite\nWe suggest saving your spot ahead of time to help the facilitator to organise the event.\nDonations are welcome: Jamyang relies on the kind donations of those who attend activities in the centre.The funds enable us to offer this type of class on a regular basis – we thank you for your generosity.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-march-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-35/
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh\nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.\nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.\nRegistrations are not required.\nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight)\nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech)\nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage).\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life.\nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered online:\nTIME: 10.00 – 11.00 am CE(S)T\,\nDATES: Sundays from 19th January – 4th May 2025\nONLINE: Join Zoom here – Passcode: 353076\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support Maitreya Institute\, please make a donation using this link . The meditations will be recorded and made available to you to use them during the week. Please send us an email if you would like to join us to get access to the recordings.\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators.\nFacilitator\nVen. Gönpo is an accredited FDCW facilitator and a Buddhist monk based in Australia. He discovered Buddhism as a child through martial arts movies and TV shows\, this was the inspiration for the childhood dream of becoming a wandering kung fu monk. It was a few decades before part of that dream could be realized with many other life adventures distracting him from the spiritual path in his teens and twenties.\nIt wasn’t until he was in his thirties that Gönpo began to really understand the power of Buddhist teachings when he used them to navigate the emotional roller-coaster of life’s many experiences such as a marriage break down and raising children alone. Fortunately\, due the kindness of his teachers and great good karma\, after his children finished school\, Gönpo was able to fulfil the long-held dream of becoming a monk\, albeit without the kung fu. Ending a 20-year career as a high school teacher of languages\, he become a wandering monk spending time studying and meditating in Europe\, India and Nepal before returning to his hometown\, Brisbane\, to take up the role of Spiritual Care Practitioner at Karuna Hospice Services\, giving care and support to people with life limiting illnesses and their families.\nIn his time as a school teacher\, it was the feedback from students around mindfulness practices and life lessons that had the biggest impact on Gönpo\, motivating him to become a 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life facilitator. In his sessions\, Gönpo encourages discussion and deep engagement in the topics\, challenging participants to examine their own ways of thinking. Through understanding how we are now\, we are better equipped to develop the habits that will bring us closer to how we want to be\, interacting with our own minds and the people around us in ways that will make us and the communities we live in\, happier and healthier.\nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Maitreya Institute website
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-11/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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SUMMARY:In-Depth Meditation Course for Experienced Practitioners: Year 2 Term 2 (February – April 2025) - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:In-Depth Meditation Course for Experienced Practitioners: Year 2 Term 2 (February – April 2025)In a world that often dismisses its significance\, the mind remains mysteriously at the heart of what we call life. Founded by the brothers Vasubandhu and Asanga\, the Buddhist Yogācāra school focusses on the mind as ‘forerunner of all things’\, the creator of our experience\, and the storyteller that narrates our existence. Yogācāra’s analysis of how the mind constructs our reality\, can help us relieve the constraints of the ego\, habitual patterns and reactive emotions\, to experience greater ease\, possibility\, and freedom in every moment.\nIn the second year of the IDMT\, we will emphasize the lived experience of meditation\, both on and off the cushion. Guided by the Buddha’s third turning of the Wheel of Dharma\, we will begin by training in the successive stages of shamatha\, followed by a deeper journey into insight meditation. We will also explore how concepts can blind and alienate us by adding an imaginary layer to our interdependent world. Using spiritual developmental models such as the 37 Factors of Awakening and the 10 Perfections\, we will learn how to live more freely in daily life. We will also explore the role of narratives\, the philosophy of language\, and how to cultivate great compassion for all living beings to help heal our conflicted world.\nVenerable Losang Gendun has dedicated nearly four decades to practicing Buddhism and has served as a Bhikshu (Buddhist monk) in the Tibetan tradition for the past 18 years. Prior to his ordination\, he worked in diverse fields such as palliative care\, technology\, refugee organizations\, and commercial management. His extensive training includes ten years of studying Buddhist philosophy and practice in monasteries across France\, India\, Nepal\, and Myanmar. Additionally\, he spent over four years in retreat\, immersing himself in Tibetan sutra and tantra\, as well as the Burmese Theravada Forest Tradition. For the last 15 years\, Ven. Gendun has been a dedicated teacher\, sharing his knowledge of Buddhist philosophy\, psychology\, and meditation worldwide. He serves the aspirations of H.H. the Dalai Lama and Lama Zopa Rinpoche as part of the FPMT (Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition). Ven. Gendun is also a member of Mind & Life Europe\, a multidisciplinary laboratory that brings together researchers and contemplative practitioners to explore the nature of experience. Beyond his Buddhist affiliations\, Ven. Gendun serves as an interreligious canon at the Peace Cathedral in Tbilisi\, Georgia\, and feels at home at a Mevlavi Sufi dargah in Istanbul. In 2023\, he founded The Buddha Project\, which engages in long-term guidance for Buddhist meditators\, scientific research\, art projects\, and intercontemplative social engagement.\nThe Buddha Project\nThis meditation course is part of The Buddha Project led by Ven. Losang Gendun\, a branch of which is the Buddha Research Project\, an on-going collaboration between Buddhist contemplatives and scientific researchers from the universities of Nîmes and Lausanne\, and the Mind & Life organization (founded by neuroscientist Francesco Varela in collaboration with H.H. the Dalai Lama). It is aimed at investigating transformative processes in long-term meditators\, regarding such topics as mental health\, perception\, and self-transcendence. For the initial research it has been granted a European Varela Award.\nIntroduction of the IDMT training\nMeditation is essential for personal transformation and a crucial complement to Buddhist studies. This 4-year online course provides students with long term\, in-depth support in their meditative development. This weekly course will offer:\nAuthentic traditional instructions\, in contemporary language\, aimed at providing a comprehensive set of meditation tools for students to transform their knowledge of the Dharma into personal experience.\nTraditional and modern theories on supplementary topics such as models of healthy psychological and spiritual development\, ritual\, narrative\, ethics\, and social engagement.\nAn international community of meditators\, online and live.\nTo complement the IDMT course we will also offer:\nMeditation Retreats – week & weekend retreats on vipassana\, compassion\, and mahamudra\, offered both at the centers and online.\nYogi Bootcamp – an intensive\, guided\, 1-year meditation training with weekly personal interviews (call) for a small group of international students.\nPractice days guided by Ven. Gendun and experienced students of Ven. Gendun\nWeekly reflection sessions\, led by experienced students\nWeekends with the opportunity to receive Refuge / Lay Vows (Feb. 8-9)\, Aspiring Bodhisattva Vows (June 14-15) and Engaging Bodhisattva Vows (Nov. 8-9).\nFor more information about the content of the course\, download the course description (PDF) here.\nThis course is a collaboration between 5 FPMT Buddhist centers: Shantideva Center New York (US)\, Jamyang Buddhist Centre Leeds (UK)\, Institut Vajrayogini in Marzens (FR)\, Yeshin Norbu Stockholm (SW) and Maitreya Instituut (NL) and therefore the course will be attended by an international group of Buddhist practitioners.\nIf you’re enrolling later on in the course\, it is possible to request access to recordings of previous classes.\nPractical details\nThe In-Depth Meditation Training will run weekly on Saturdays and will consist of about 1-hour of guided meditation and 1\,5 hours of teachings. The course offers a great opportunity for Buddhist practitioners. In the first year many of the foundational topics will be introduced\, however a basic understanding of Mahayana Buddhism is a prerequisite to attend. It will be given in English\, with French translation\, online via Zoom. The recordings will be made available after the sessions.\nPractical information and how to register:\nCourse dates: 1 Feb – 12 April\nWeekday: Saturday\nTime: 15:30-18:00 European Central Timezone\nLanguage: English\nLocation: Online (zoom link will be sent after registration)\nDonation: drop in 250 SEK\, monthly 800 SEK\, term 2000 SEK\nLast day of registration: you can join any time\nYou register for the drop-in by purchasing a ticket here on the website\, see “Tickets” below.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/in-depth-meditation-course-for-experienced-practitioners-year-2-term-2-february-april-2025-yeshin-norbu-5/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-5/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Discovering Buddhism - Mind & It's Potential - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:Discovering Buddhism – Mind & It’s PotentialDiscovering Buddhism: Mind & Its Potential\nBegin your journey into Buddhist philosophy and meditation with this foundational module exploring the nature of mind.\nAbout This Course\nDuring this four evenings we examine the meaning of “mind” according to Buddhism\, its nature and function\, and how it determines our experience of happiness and suffering. We explore the differentiation between mind and brain\, how mind is the creator of our experiences\, and the implications of possessing a mind that has no beginning and no end.\nYou will learn methods to transform destructive thoughts and attitudes and develop a more positive and joyous mind. Most welcome to this enlightening course!\nYour Teacher\nVenerable Khadro brings years of experience teaching Buddhist philosophy and meditation in the tradition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Her clear and practical approach makes profound Buddhist concepts accessible to modern students.\nCourse Preview\nFor more information about this module\, watch this 26-minute video on Youtube:\nDiscovering Buddhism Module 1 – Mind and its Potential – YouTube
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/discovering-buddhism-mind-its-potential-yeshin-norbu-4/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeshin Norbu Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:hello@yeshinnorbu.se
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-4/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-3/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreThis regular drop-in session allows students to practice various Buddhist meditations with their peers\, followed by a discussion group for anyone interested in the Buddhist worldview and way of life.\nThis drop-in group it meets on Tuesday evenings for meditation and discussion about Buddhist practice\, and it offers an opportunity to build a meaningful community with people who care about practice and mindfulness. People of all experience levels are welcome.\nDrop-in Meditation + Discussion Group\nIn-person only\nMeditation led by peers\nDonations are welcome\nSchedule\n18:30-19:00 Meditation Session\n19:00-20:00 Discussion Group\nMeditation Session: What can I expect?\nRegular drop-in meditation sessions.\nA short guided meditation session facilitated by various students of Jamyang Buddhist Centre London\, to practice various Buddhist meditations with their peers\nDiscussion Group: What can I expect?\nLight-hearted conversation on various topics of Buddhist philosophy\, Buddhist psychology and Buddhist practice over some light refreshments.\nThe meditation is followed by a group-directed discussion of Buddhism with no agenda\, objectives or themes to discuss the Buddhist teachings and to share ideas and reflections in a fun\, informal and friendly setting.\nAll are welcome\, whether experienced students or completely new to Buddhism.\nHow do I join?\nBook on Eventbrite\nWe suggest saving your spot ahead of time to help the facilitator to organise the event. Alternatively\, you can just drop in.\nPlease arrive at 18:20 for a 18:30 start.\nDonations are welcome: Jamyang relies on the kind donations of those who attend activities at the centre. The funds enable us to offer this type of class on a regular basis – we thank you for your generosity.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-march-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-32/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Death and It's Stages - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:Death and It’s Stages – Yeshin NorbuDeath and It’s stages\nExplore the profound Tibetan Buddhist perspective on death\, its stages and the process of rebirth.\nAbout This Course\nDuring this in-depth intermediate level course we will explore the profound Tibetan Buddhist perspective on death\, its stages and the process of rebirth. Through the teachings on the bardo (the intermediate state)\, the stages of dying\, and the journey of the mind\, you will gain a deeper understanding of life’s final transition.\nWe will also discuss how to deal with our own mortality\, how to support others during their process and what essential prayers & practices are suggested for navigating death with awareness and compassion.\nThis course offers valuable tools for cultivating inner peace and spiritual resilience in the face of mortality. Join us to uncover how Tibetan Buddhism provides a path to embrace death as a doorway to liberation and enlightenment.\nYour Teacher\nVenerable Khadro brings years of experience teaching Buddhist philosophy and meditation in the tradition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Her clear and practical approach makes profound Buddhist concepts accessible to modern students.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/death-and-its-stages-yeshin-norbu-4/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Qi gong with Maria Hallström - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:Qi gong with Maria HallströmQi gong with Maria Hallström\nMaria Hallström erbjuder qi gong på centret. Qi gong är medvetna rörelser för att optimera energiflöde\, flexibilitet\, styrka\, andning och koordination i ett lugnt och meditativt tillstånd. Rörelserna är flödande och mjuka men effekten upplevs som kraftfull och stärkande för både rörelseapparaten och sinnet.\nI qi gong finner vi en dimension som ofta saknas i andra träningsformer där betoningen ligger mestadels på muskulaturen och fysisk struktur. Den dimensionen är medvetenheten\, alltså koncentrationen på den inre kraften förstärkt genom medveten andning.\nEn annan viktig aspekt i qi gong är att uppleva olika uttryck av energi i kroppen. Qi gong betyder ordagrant “energi-arbete”\, eller mer bildligt översatt: “att odla livsenergi”. Här har vi möjligheten att skapa och uppleva både subtil men även vibrerande och pulserande energi i våra muskler\, leder\, skelett\, bindväv samt kommunikationssystemet i form av våra energibanor.\nYour Teacher\nMaria har ett stort intresse för livets många vägar till välbefinnande. Hon är utbildad qigonglärare / energipedagog\, och har även många års studier och praktik av meditation\, yoga och ayurveda. Maria sedan länge varit medlem i föreningen och erbjudit Qigong på Yeshin Norbu i drygt ett år.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/qi-gong-with-maria-hallstrom-yeshin-norbu-2/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeshin Norbu Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:hello@yeshinnorbu.se
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-2/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Free Monday Meditation - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:Free Monday Meditation – Yeshin NorbuDo you sometimes feel stressed\, worried or distracted? Brain research has shown that mindfulness and meditation can help us develop more focus\, become more relaxed and create greater mental clarity.\nJoin our drop-in meditations to make meditation part of your daily routine. Even short meditations help you relax and regain focus.\nWhen? On Mondays\, from 18.00 to 19.00\nWhere? We offer the meditations at the center and online (via Zoom).\nWho can join? Everyone is welcome\, regardless of previous experience of meditation and mindfulness. If there are beginners we adapt to this. For those who are more experienced this is a great opportunity to sustain a regular meditation practice.\nThe meditations are guided in Swedish or English depending on the people attending.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/free-monday-meditation-yeshin-norbu-4/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeshin Norbu Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:hello@yeshinnorbu.se
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SUMMARY:Shadow Work with the 16 Guidelines with Craig Mackie - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Shadow Work with the 16 Guidelines with Craig MackieShadow Work with the 16 Guidelines: Uncover\, Transform\, Heal:-\nJoin Craig for a special three-part immersive series designed to go deeper into transforming the shadow side of good quality.\n*Participants should be familiar with either the 16 Guidelines or Transformative Mindfulness Methods (TMM).\n March 17\, 24\, 31 (Mondays)\n⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST (Toronto\, Canada)\n Live on Zoom\nCourse Journey:\nSession 1: Preparing for transformative work\nconnecting with a healing space\ngrounding in compassion and wisdom\nacceptance of pain and the root causes of suffering.\nSession 2: Approaching and transforming our relationship to the shadow:\nwelcoming the negative aspects into a healing space\nencountering resistance\, introducing wisdom and compassion\nasking for help and letting go.\nSession 3: integrating and healing transformed the shadow:\nwelcoming and encountering resistance\,\napplying and integrating new insights and feeling\nnext steps and embodying transformed shadow.\nWhy this course?\nSo often in mindfulness practices\, for participants and facilitators alike\, deep discomfort and distress can arise. Having a toolkit to encounter stress\, paint\, trauma\, childhood wounds or resistance of any kind is essential.\nThis course will introduce participants to a framework and practices that will help them meet blockages to their highest embodied potential through transformative mindfulness.\nThe 16 Guidelines are an indigenous set of embodied virtues that originate from Tibet. In their modern iteration they comprise a framework that can be universally accessed through our own experiences and inner wisdom. Laid out in 4 wisdom themes of how we Think\, Act\, Related and Create Meaning\, each corresponding 4 guidelines can be used to meet challenges and transform suffering.\nWith each good quality also comes the potential for a shadow to arise – something that resembles the qualities but is not (semblance)\, a misuse of the quality (unskillful) that is tainted by unclear motivation or malicious intention\, and the opposite of the quality (contra). Each of these shadow aspects has the potential to be transformed through introspection and healed by introducing wisdom and compassion.\nTransformative Mindfulness Methods provides the perfect framework to dive into transforming a specific shadow that may arise.\nIn this workshop\, participants will be encouraged to pick a specific quality with which they wish to have a deeper relationship. Over three weeks they will participate in transformative work through visualization\, group discussion and didactic instruction.\nWho is this for?\nThis course is ideal for those familiar with either the 16 Guidelines or Transformative Mindfulness Methods and who want to:\n✔️ Work with inner blockages preventing their full potential\n✔️ Gain new tools for healing emotional distress and resistance\n✔️ Deepen their understanding of shadow work & transformation\n Pay What You Can (Suggested: $100 CAD)\n Receipts available for psychological services/social work\n Register: craig@essentialchange.net\nJoin Craig in this powerful and supportive space for deep transformation. ✨\nFacilitator:\nCraig Mackie –Craig is a registered 16G facilitator and trainer\, born in Ottawa\, he has a BA in Developmental Psychology/Philosophy from the University of Alberta\, an MA in Philosophy from the University of Ottawa and an MSW from the University of Toronto. He has worked in wilderness therapy and addiction treatment centers as well as schools and leadership programs for youth. He has also worked with Aboriginal men who have experienced homelessness in Toronto and multiple marginalized communities in Ottawa.\nOther projects he has played a key role in include Social Rec Connect and Christie Lake Kids.\nIn addition to his work in individual counseling and coaching in private practice\, he is the founder of Essential Change and teaches as an instructor for the Applied Mindfulness Meditation Certificate Program at the University of Toronto\, Continuing Education\, Faculty of Social Work.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/shadow-work-with-the-16-guidelines-with-craig-mackie-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-2/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)":MAILTO:info@compassionandwisdom.org
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your lunchtime with a guided meditation session to help calm your mind. These secular meditation sessions are a great way to relax and create some space for reflection in the middle of your day.Wellbeing Programme – All levels
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/lunchtime-meditation/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreDrop-in meditation on Sunday\nStart your week off right and banish stress and anxiety with the power of meditation.\nThese meditation drop-in sessions are secular and have been created so that like-minded people can meet\, meditate and learn how to meditate together.\nCome to Discover what meditation is\nMeditation is a simple practice available to all\, which can reduce stress\, increase calmness and clarity and promote happiness. Learning how to meditate is straightforward\, and the benefits can come quickly.\nThese meditation sessions provide a much-needed respite from the hustle and bustle of city life\, allowing individuals to find inner peace and tranquility. Whether you are seeking solace\, stress relief\, or simply a moment of stillness\, these meditations offer a valuable opportunity to cultivate a sense of well-being in the midst of our fast-paced world.\nIn this drop-in meditation session\, you will have the chance to experience a 60-minute guided meditation. This is an in-person gathering where you can connect with like-minded individuals and explore the transformative power of meditation.\nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to find inner calm and uncover the true essence of life. Join us at Jamyang London Buddhist Centre and embark on a journey of self-discovery and enlightenment.\nIs meditation for me?\nThis class is for beginners and all who wish to develop basic meditation methods which they can apply to improve their daily lives\, whether or not they identify as Buddhists\, and regardless of their prior experience with meditation.\nBy creating a welcoming and inclusive environment\, these meditation sessions encourage individuals from all walks of life to come together and embark on a journey of self-discovery and mindfulness. These meditations are for everyone\, regardless of their religious or cultural background.\nLed by experienced guides\, these meditations offer a gentle introduction to the practice\, ensuring that participants feel comfortable and supported throughout the process. However\, they also cater to those who may have some familiarity with meditation\, providing an opportunity for individuals to deepen their meditation practice.\nDrop-in Meditation: What can I expect?\nDrop-in Meditation\n60-minute guided meditation on Sunday Morning\nIn-person only\nMeditation led by Roy Sutherwood\nDonations are welcome\nMeditation Leader\nRoy Sutherwood is a former Trustee and Director of Jamyang London Buddhist Centre\, and an FPMT recognised teacher. He has studied under masters of Buddhist philosophy and meditation for many years. He facilitates classes in Tibetan Buddhism at the Buddhist Society and is also a qualified teacher of secular Mindfulness techniques.\nHow to join?\nBook now on eventbrite\nWe suggest saving your spot ahead of time to help the facilitator to organise the event.\nDonations are welcome: Jamyang relies on the kind donations of those who attend activities in the centre.The funds enable us to offer this type of class on a regular basis – we thank you for your generosity.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-march-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-30/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamyang London Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:welcome@jamyang.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh\nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.\nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.\nRegistrations are not required.\nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight)\nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech)\nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage).\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life.\nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered online:\nTIME: 10.00 – 11.00 am CE(S)T\,\nDATES: Sundays from 19th January – 4th May 2025\nONLINE: Join Zoom here – Passcode: 353076\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support Maitreya Institute\, please make a donation using this link . The meditations will be recorded and made available to you to use them during the week. Please send us an email if you would like to join us to get access to the recordings.\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators.\nFacilitator\nVen. Gönpo is an accredited FDCW facilitator and a Buddhist monk based in Australia. He discovered Buddhism as a child through martial arts movies and TV shows\, this was the inspiration for the childhood dream of becoming a wandering kung fu monk. It was a few decades before part of that dream could be realized with many other life adventures distracting him from the spiritual path in his teens and twenties.\nIt wasn’t until he was in his thirties that Gönpo began to really understand the power of Buddhist teachings when he used them to navigate the emotional roller-coaster of life’s many experiences such as a marriage break down and raising children alone. Fortunately\, due the kindness of his teachers and great good karma\, after his children finished school\, Gönpo was able to fulfil the long-held dream of becoming a monk\, albeit without the kung fu. Ending a 20-year career as a high school teacher of languages\, he become a wandering monk spending time studying and meditating in Europe\, India and Nepal before returning to his hometown\, Brisbane\, to take up the role of Spiritual Care Practitioner at Karuna Hospice Services\, giving care and support to people with life limiting illnesses and their families.\nIn his time as a school teacher\, it was the feedback from students around mindfulness practices and life lessons that had the biggest impact on Gönpo\, motivating him to become a 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life facilitator. In his sessions\, Gönpo encourages discussion and deep engagement in the topics\, challenging participants to examine their own ways of thinking. Through understanding how we are now\, we are better equipped to develop the habits that will bring us closer to how we want to be\, interacting with our own minds and the people around us in ways that will make us and the communities we live in\, happier and healthier.\nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Maitreya Institute website
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-10/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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SUMMARY:In-Depth Meditation Course for Experienced Practitioners: Year 2 Term 2 (February – April 2025) - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:In-Depth Meditation Course for Experienced Practitioners: Year 2 Term 2 (February – April 2025)In a world that often dismisses its significance\, the mind remains mysteriously at the heart of what we call life. Founded by the brothers Vasubandhu and Asanga\, the Buddhist Yogācāra school focusses on the mind as ‘forerunner of all things’\, the creator of our experience\, and the storyteller that narrates our existence. Yogācāra’s analysis of how the mind constructs our reality\, can help us relieve the constraints of the ego\, habitual patterns and reactive emotions\, to experience greater ease\, possibility\, and freedom in every moment.\nIn the second year of the IDMT\, we will emphasize the lived experience of meditation\, both on and off the cushion. Guided by the Buddha’s third turning of the Wheel of Dharma\, we will begin by training in the successive stages of shamatha\, followed by a deeper journey into insight meditation. We will also explore how concepts can blind and alienate us by adding an imaginary layer to our interdependent world. Using spiritual developmental models such as the 37 Factors of Awakening and the 10 Perfections\, we will learn how to live more freely in daily life. We will also explore the role of narratives\, the philosophy of language\, and how to cultivate great compassion for all living beings to help heal our conflicted world.\nVenerable Losang Gendun has dedicated nearly four decades to practicing Buddhism and has served as a Bhikshu (Buddhist monk) in the Tibetan tradition for the past 18 years. Prior to his ordination\, he worked in diverse fields such as palliative care\, technology\, refugee organizations\, and commercial management. His extensive training includes ten years of studying Buddhist philosophy and practice in monasteries across France\, India\, Nepal\, and Myanmar. Additionally\, he spent over four years in retreat\, immersing himself in Tibetan sutra and tantra\, as well as the Burmese Theravada Forest Tradition. For the last 15 years\, Ven. Gendun has been a dedicated teacher\, sharing his knowledge of Buddhist philosophy\, psychology\, and meditation worldwide. He serves the aspirations of H.H. the Dalai Lama and Lama Zopa Rinpoche as part of the FPMT (Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition). Ven. Gendun is also a member of Mind & Life Europe\, a multidisciplinary laboratory that brings together researchers and contemplative practitioners to explore the nature of experience. Beyond his Buddhist affiliations\, Ven. Gendun serves as an interreligious canon at the Peace Cathedral in Tbilisi\, Georgia\, and feels at home at a Mevlavi Sufi dargah in Istanbul. In 2023\, he founded The Buddha Project\, which engages in long-term guidance for Buddhist meditators\, scientific research\, art projects\, and intercontemplative social engagement.\nThe Buddha Project\nThis meditation course is part of The Buddha Project led by Ven. Losang Gendun\, a branch of which is the Buddha Research Project\, an on-going collaboration between Buddhist contemplatives and scientific researchers from the universities of Nîmes and Lausanne\, and the Mind & Life organization (founded by neuroscientist Francesco Varela in collaboration with H.H. the Dalai Lama). It is aimed at investigating transformative processes in long-term meditators\, regarding such topics as mental health\, perception\, and self-transcendence. For the initial research it has been granted a European Varela Award.\nIntroduction of the IDMT training\nMeditation is essential for personal transformation and a crucial complement to Buddhist studies. This 4-year online course provides students with long term\, in-depth support in their meditative development. This weekly course will offer:\nAuthentic traditional instructions\, in contemporary language\, aimed at providing a comprehensive set of meditation tools for students to transform their knowledge of the Dharma into personal experience.\nTraditional and modern theories on supplementary topics such as models of healthy psychological and spiritual development\, ritual\, narrative\, ethics\, and social engagement.\nAn international community of meditators\, online and live.\nTo complement the IDMT course we will also offer:\nMeditation Retreats – week & weekend retreats on vipassana\, compassion\, and mahamudra\, offered both at the centers and online.\nYogi Bootcamp – an intensive\, guided\, 1-year meditation training with weekly personal interviews (call) for a small group of international students.\nPractice days guided by Ven. Gendun and experienced students of Ven. Gendun\nWeekly reflection sessions\, led by experienced students\nWeekends with the opportunity to receive Refuge / Lay Vows (Feb. 8-9)\, Aspiring Bodhisattva Vows (June 14-15) and Engaging Bodhisattva Vows (Nov. 8-9).\nFor more information about the content of the course\, download the course description (PDF) here.\nThis course is a collaboration between 5 FPMT Buddhist centers: Shantideva Center New York (US)\, Jamyang Buddhist Centre Leeds (UK)\, Institut Vajrayogini in Marzens (FR)\, Yeshin Norbu Stockholm (SW) and Maitreya Instituut (NL) and therefore the course will be attended by an international group of Buddhist practitioners.\nIf you’re enrolling later on in the course\, it is possible to request access to recordings of previous classes.\nPractical details\nThe In-Depth Meditation Training will run weekly on Saturdays and will consist of about 1-hour of guided meditation and 1\,5 hours of teachings. The course offers a great opportunity for Buddhist practitioners. In the first year many of the foundational topics will be introduced\, however a basic understanding of Mahayana Buddhism is a prerequisite to attend. It will be given in English\, with French translation\, online via Zoom. The recordings will be made available after the sessions.\nPractical information and how to register:\nCourse dates: 1 Feb – 12 April\nWeekday: Saturday\nTime: 15:30-18:00 European Central Timezone\nLanguage: English\nLocation: Online (zoom link will be sent after registration)\nDonation: drop in 250 SEK\, monthly 800 SEK\, term 2000 SEK\nLast day of registration: you can join any time\nYou register for the drop-in by purchasing a ticket here on the website\, see “Tickets” below.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/in-depth-meditation-course-for-experienced-practitioners-year-2-term-2-february-april-2025-yeshin-norbu-4/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Discovering Buddhism - Mind & It's Potential - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:Discovering Buddhism – Mind & It’s PotentialDiscovering Buddhism: Mind & Its Potential\nBegin your journey into Buddhist philosophy and meditation with this foundational module exploring the nature of mind.\nAbout This Course\nDuring this four evenings we examine the meaning of “mind” according to Buddhism\, its nature and function\, and how it determines our experience of happiness and suffering. We explore the differentiation between mind and brain\, how mind is the creator of our experiences\, and the implications of possessing a mind that has no beginning and no end.\nYou will learn methods to transform destructive thoughts and attitudes and develop a more positive and joyous mind. Most welcome to this enlightening course!\nYour Teacher\nVenerable Khadro brings years of experience teaching Buddhist philosophy and meditation in the tradition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Her clear and practical approach makes profound Buddhist concepts accessible to modern students.\nCourse Preview\nFor more information about this module\, watch this 26-minute video on Youtube:\nDiscovering Buddhism Module 1 – Mind and its Potential – YouTube
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/discovering-buddhism-mind-its-potential-yeshin-norbu-3/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Recitation of Names of Manjushri for the swift return for Lama Zopa Rinpoche - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:Recitation of Names of Manjushri for the swift return for Lama Zopa RinpocheRecitation of Names of Manjushri for the swift return for Lama Zopa Rinpoche\nWelcome to join us of an evening of practice\, reciting the names of Manjushri for the swift return of Lama Zopa Rinpoche.\nAbout This Event\nWe are continuing with a news series of Recitation of Names of Manjushri for the swift return for Lama Zopa Rinpoche following His Holiness advice. These sessions are mostly online lead by our resident teacher Venerable Khadro and occasionally by experienced practitioner Veronica Ziesemer.\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81548696755?pwd=xb3rKMyu43OZe1LmGITxWBLUaSKAv4.1\nMeeting ID: 815 4869 6755\nPasscode: practice\nYour Teacher\nVenerable Khadro brings years of experience teaching Buddhist philosophy and meditation in the tradition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Her clear and practical approach makes profound Buddhist concepts accessible to modern students.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/recitation-of-names-of-manjushri-for-the-swift-return-for-lama-zopa-rinpoche-yeshin-norbu-2/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre« All Events\nThis event has passed.\nGentle Yoga: Exploring the vastness of being\nMarch 18 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm\nSatyananda Yoga classes include Asana\, Pranayama\, Mudra\, Banda \, Deep relaxation and array of nourishing\, life enhancing meditation techniques\nThe Asana (postures) we will practice will be mostly gentle and will integrate practices from Tattwa Shuddhi – (an exploration of deeper levels existence)\nClasses are limited to 10 people so book now to avoid disappointment.\nIs this for me?\nThe classes are suitable for all levels of yoga experience as well as complete beginners.\nAbout the Teacher\nJudy Watchman has been practicing yoga for 30 years and teaching for 20 years. She is a British Wheel of Yoga accredited Satyananda Yoga teacher and trained with Swami Nischalananda of the Mandala Yoga Ashram in Wales.\nHow to join?\nBook via Eventbrite\nFor further information\, please contact the teacher directly.\nJivatmayoga@hotmail.co.uk\n07791081112\nWe use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”\, you consent to the use of cookies.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-march-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-24/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Movement
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SUMMARY:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreThis regular drop-in session allows students to practice various Buddhist meditations with their peers\, followed by a discussion group for anyone interested in the Buddhist worldview and way of life.\nThis drop-in group it meets on Tuesday evenings for meditation and discussion about Buddhist practice\, and it offers an opportunity to build a meaningful community with people who care about practice and mindfulness. People of all experience levels are welcome.\nDrop-in Meditation + Discussion Group\nIn-person only\nMeditation led by peers\nDonations are welcome\nSchedule\n18:30-19:00 Meditation Session\n19:00-20:00 Discussion Group\nMeditation Session: What can I expect?\nRegular drop-in meditation sessions.\nA short guided meditation session facilitated by various students of Jamyang Buddhist Centre London\, to practice various Buddhist meditations with their peers\nDiscussion Group: What can I expect?\nLight-hearted conversation on various topics of Buddhist philosophy\, Buddhist psychology and Buddhist practice over some light refreshments.\nThe meditation is followed by a group-directed discussion of Buddhism with no agenda\, objectives or themes to discuss the Buddhist teachings and to share ideas and reflections in a fun\, informal and friendly setting.\nAll are welcome\, whether experienced students or completely new to Buddhism.\nHow do I join?\nBook on Eventbrite\nWe suggest saving your spot ahead of time to help the facilitator to organise the event. Alternatively\, you can just drop in.\nPlease arrive at 18:20 for a 18:30 start.\nDonations are welcome: Jamyang relies on the kind donations of those who attend activities at the centre. The funds enable us to offer this type of class on a regular basis – we thank you for your generosity.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-march-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-25/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Death and It's Stages - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:Death and It’s Stages – Yeshin NorbuDeath and It’s stages\nExplore the profound Tibetan Buddhist perspective on death\, its stages and the process of rebirth.\nAbout This Course\nDuring this in-depth intermediate level course we will explore the profound Tibetan Buddhist perspective on death\, its stages and the process of rebirth. Through the teachings on the bardo (the intermediate state)\, the stages of dying\, and the journey of the mind\, you will gain a deeper understanding of life’s final transition.\nWe will also discuss how to deal with our own mortality\, how to support others during their process and what essential prayers & practices are suggested for navigating death with awareness and compassion.\nThis course offers valuable tools for cultivating inner peace and spiritual resilience in the face of mortality. Join us to uncover how Tibetan Buddhism provides a path to embrace death as a doorway to liberation and enlightenment.\nYour Teacher\nVenerable Khadro brings years of experience teaching Buddhist philosophy and meditation in the tradition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Her clear and practical approach makes profound Buddhist concepts accessible to modern students.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/death-and-its-stages-yeshin-norbu-3/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeshin Norbu Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:hello@yeshinnorbu.se
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SUMMARY:Free Monday Meditation - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:Free Monday Meditation – Yeshin NorbuDo you sometimes feel stressed\, worried or distracted? Brain research has shown that mindfulness and meditation can help us develop more focus\, become more relaxed and create greater mental clarity.\nJoin our drop-in meditations to make meditation part of your daily routine. Even short meditations help you relax and regain focus.\nWhen? On Mondays\, from 18.00 to 19.00\nWhere? We offer the meditations at the center and online (via Zoom).\nWho can join? Everyone is welcome\, regardless of previous experience of meditation and mindfulness. If there are beginners we adapt to this. For those who are more experienced this is a great opportunity to sustain a regular meditation practice.\nThe meditations are guided in Swedish or English depending on the people attending.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/free-monday-meditation-yeshin-norbu-3/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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SUMMARY:Shadow Work with the 16 Guidelines with Craig Mackie - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Shadow Work with the 16 Guidelines with Craig MackieShadow Work with the 16 Guidelines: Uncover\, Transform\, Heal:-\nJoin Craig for a special three-part immersive series designed to go deeper into transforming the shadow side of good quality.\n*Participants should be familiar with either the 16 Guidelines or Transformative Mindfulness Methods (TMM).\n March 17\, 24\, 31 (Mondays)\n⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST (Toronto\, Canada)\n Live on Zoom\nCourse Journey:\nSession 1: Preparing for transformative work\nconnecting with a healing space\ngrounding in compassion and wisdom\nacceptance of pain and the root causes of suffering.\nSession 2: Approaching and transforming our relationship to the shadow:\nwelcoming the negative aspects into a healing space\nencountering resistance\, introducing wisdom and compassion\nasking for help and letting go.\nSession 3: integrating and healing transformed the shadow:\nwelcoming and encountering resistance\,\napplying and integrating new insights and feeling\nnext steps and embodying transformed shadow.\nWhy this course?\nSo often in mindfulness practices\, for participants and facilitators alike\, deep discomfort and distress can arise. Having a toolkit to encounter stress\, paint\, trauma\, childhood wounds or resistance of any kind is essential.\nThis course will introduce participants to a framework and practices that will help them meet blockages to their highest embodied potential through transformative mindfulness.\nThe 16 Guidelines are an indigenous set of embodied virtues that originate from Tibet. In their modern iteration they comprise a framework that can be universally accessed through our own experiences and inner wisdom. Laid out in 4 wisdom themes of how we Think\, Act\, Related and Create Meaning\, each corresponding 4 guidelines can be used to meet challenges and transform suffering.\nWith each good quality also comes the potential for a shadow to arise – something that resembles the qualities but is not (semblance)\, a misuse of the quality (unskillful) that is tainted by unclear motivation or malicious intention\, and the opposite of the quality (contra). Each of these shadow aspects has the potential to be transformed through introspection and healed by introducing wisdom and compassion.\nTransformative Mindfulness Methods provides the perfect framework to dive into transforming a specific shadow that may arise.\nIn this workshop\, participants will be encouraged to pick a specific quality with which they wish to have a deeper relationship. Over three weeks they will participate in transformative work through visualization\, group discussion and didactic instruction.\nWho is this for?\nThis course is ideal for those familiar with either the 16 Guidelines or Transformative Mindfulness Methods and who want to:\n✔️ Work with inner blockages preventing their full potential\n✔️ Gain new tools for healing emotional distress and resistance\n✔️ Deepen their understanding of shadow work & transformation\n Pay What You Can (Suggested: $100 CAD)\n Receipts available for psychological services/social work\n Register: craig@essentialchange.net\nJoin Craig in this powerful and supportive space for deep transformation. ✨\nFacilitator:\nCraig Mackie –Craig is a registered 16G facilitator and trainer\, born in Ottawa\, he has a BA in Developmental Psychology/Philosophy from the University of Alberta\, an MA in Philosophy from the University of Ottawa and an MSW from the University of Toronto. He has worked in wilderness therapy and addiction treatment centers as well as schools and leadership programs for youth. He has also worked with Aboriginal men who have experienced homelessness in Toronto and multiple marginalized communities in Ottawa.\nOther projects he has played a key role in include Social Rec Connect and Christie Lake Kids.\nIn addition to his work in individual counseling and coaching in private practice\, he is the founder of Essential Change and teaches as an instructor for the Applied Mindfulness Meditation Certificate Program at the University of Toronto\, Continuing Education\, Faculty of Social Work.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/shadow-work-with-the-16-guidelines-with-craig-mackie-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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SUMMARY:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for March 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist CentreDrop-in meditation on Sunday\nStart your week off right and banish stress and anxiety with the power of meditation.\nThese meditation drop-in sessions are secular and have been created so that like-minded people can meet\, meditate and learn how to meditate together.\nCome to Discover what meditation is\nMeditation is a simple practice available to all\, which can reduce stress\, increase calmness and clarity and promote happiness. Learning how to meditate is straightforward\, and the benefits can come quickly.\nThese meditation sessions provide a much-needed respite from the hustle and bustle of city life\, allowing individuals to find inner peace and tranquility. Whether you are seeking solace\, stress relief\, or simply a moment of stillness\, these meditations offer a valuable opportunity to cultivate a sense of well-being in the midst of our fast-paced world.\nIn this drop-in meditation session\, you will have the chance to experience a 60-minute guided meditation. This is an in-person gathering where you can connect with like-minded individuals and explore the transformative power of meditation.\nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to find inner calm and uncover the true essence of life. Join us at Jamyang London Buddhist Centre and embark on a journey of self-discovery and enlightenment.\nIs meditation for me?\nThis class is for beginners and all who wish to develop basic meditation methods which they can apply to improve their daily lives\, whether or not they identify as Buddhists\, and regardless of their prior experience with meditation.\nBy creating a welcoming and inclusive environment\, these meditation sessions encourage individuals from all walks of life to come together and embark on a journey of self-discovery and mindfulness. These meditations are for everyone\, regardless of their religious or cultural background.\nLed by experienced guides\, these meditations offer a gentle introduction to the practice\, ensuring that participants feel comfortable and supported throughout the process. However\, they also cater to those who may have some familiarity with meditation\, providing an opportunity for individuals to deepen their meditation practice.\nDrop-in Meditation: What can I expect?\nDrop-in Meditation\n60-minute guided meditation on Sunday Morning\nIn-person only\nMeditation led by Roy Sutherwood\nDonations are welcome\nMeditation Leader\nRoy Sutherwood is a former Trustee and Director of Jamyang London Buddhist Centre\, and an FPMT recognised teacher. He has studied under masters of Buddhist philosophy and meditation for many years. He facilitates classes in Tibetan Buddhism at the Buddhist Society and is also a qualified teacher of secular Mindfulness techniques.\nHow to join?\nBook now on eventbrite\nWe suggest saving your spot ahead of time to help the facilitator to organise the event.\nDonations are welcome: Jamyang relies on the kind donations of those who attend activities in the centre.The funds enable us to offer this type of class on a regular basis – we thank you for your generosity.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/events-for-march-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-20/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh\nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.\nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.\nRegistrations are not required.\nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight)\nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech)\nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage).\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life.\nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered online:\nTIME: 10.00 – 11.00 am CE(S)T\,\nDATES: Sundays from 19th January – 4th May 2025\nONLINE: Join Zoom here – Passcode: 353076\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support Maitreya Institute\, please make a donation using this link . The meditations will be recorded and made available to you to use them during the week. Please send us an email if you would like to join us to get access to the recordings.\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators.\nFacilitator\nVen. Gönpo is an accredited FDCW facilitator and a Buddhist monk based in Australia. He discovered Buddhism as a child through martial arts movies and TV shows\, this was the inspiration for the childhood dream of becoming a wandering kung fu monk. It was a few decades before part of that dream could be realized with many other life adventures distracting him from the spiritual path in his teens and twenties.\nIt wasn’t until he was in his thirties that Gönpo began to really understand the power of Buddhist teachings when he used them to navigate the emotional roller-coaster of life’s many experiences such as a marriage break down and raising children alone. Fortunately\, due the kindness of his teachers and great good karma\, after his children finished school\, Gönpo was able to fulfil the long-held dream of becoming a monk\, albeit without the kung fu. Ending a 20-year career as a high school teacher of languages\, he become a wandering monk spending time studying and meditating in Europe\, India and Nepal before returning to his hometown\, Brisbane\, to take up the role of Spiritual Care Practitioner at Karuna Hospice Services\, giving care and support to people with life limiting illnesses and their families.\nIn his time as a school teacher\, it was the feedback from students around mindfulness practices and life lessons that had the biggest impact on Gönpo\, motivating him to become a 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life facilitator. In his sessions\, Gönpo encourages discussion and deep engagement in the topics\, challenging participants to examine their own ways of thinking. Through understanding how we are now\, we are better equipped to develop the habits that will bring us closer to how we want to be\, interacting with our own minds and the people around us in ways that will make us and the communities we live in\, happier and healthier.\nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Maitreya Institute website
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-9/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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SUMMARY:In-Depth Meditation Course for Experienced Practitioners: Year 2 Term 2 (February – April 2025) - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:In-Depth Meditation Course for Experienced Practitioners: Year 2 Term 2 (February – April 2025)In a world that often dismisses its significance\, the mind remains mysteriously at the heart of what we call life. Founded by the brothers Vasubandhu and Asanga\, the Buddhist Yogācāra school focusses on the mind as ‘forerunner of all things’\, the creator of our experience\, and the storyteller that narrates our existence. Yogācāra’s analysis of how the mind constructs our reality\, can help us relieve the constraints of the ego\, habitual patterns and reactive emotions\, to experience greater ease\, possibility\, and freedom in every moment.\nIn the second year of the IDMT\, we will emphasize the lived experience of meditation\, both on and off the cushion. Guided by the Buddha’s third turning of the Wheel of Dharma\, we will begin by training in the successive stages of shamatha\, followed by a deeper journey into insight meditation. We will also explore how concepts can blind and alienate us by adding an imaginary layer to our interdependent world. Using spiritual developmental models such as the 37 Factors of Awakening and the 10 Perfections\, we will learn how to live more freely in daily life. We will also explore the role of narratives\, the philosophy of language\, and how to cultivate great compassion for all living beings to help heal our conflicted world.\nVenerable Losang Gendun has dedicated nearly four decades to practicing Buddhism and has served as a Bhikshu (Buddhist monk) in the Tibetan tradition for the past 18 years. Prior to his ordination\, he worked in diverse fields such as palliative care\, technology\, refugee organizations\, and commercial management. His extensive training includes ten years of studying Buddhist philosophy and practice in monasteries across France\, India\, Nepal\, and Myanmar. Additionally\, he spent over four years in retreat\, immersing himself in Tibetan sutra and tantra\, as well as the Burmese Theravada Forest Tradition. For the last 15 years\, Ven. Gendun has been a dedicated teacher\, sharing his knowledge of Buddhist philosophy\, psychology\, and meditation worldwide. He serves the aspirations of H.H. the Dalai Lama and Lama Zopa Rinpoche as part of the FPMT (Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition). Ven. Gendun is also a member of Mind & Life Europe\, a multidisciplinary laboratory that brings together researchers and contemplative practitioners to explore the nature of experience. Beyond his Buddhist affiliations\, Ven. Gendun serves as an interreligious canon at the Peace Cathedral in Tbilisi\, Georgia\, and feels at home at a Mevlavi Sufi dargah in Istanbul. In 2023\, he founded The Buddha Project\, which engages in long-term guidance for Buddhist meditators\, scientific research\, art projects\, and intercontemplative social engagement.\nThe Buddha Project\nThis meditation course is part of The Buddha Project led by Ven. Losang Gendun\, a branch of which is the Buddha Research Project\, an on-going collaboration between Buddhist contemplatives and scientific researchers from the universities of Nîmes and Lausanne\, and the Mind & Life organization (founded by neuroscientist Francesco Varela in collaboration with H.H. the Dalai Lama). It is aimed at investigating transformative processes in long-term meditators\, regarding such topics as mental health\, perception\, and self-transcendence. For the initial research it has been granted a European Varela Award.\nIntroduction of the IDMT training\nMeditation is essential for personal transformation and a crucial complement to Buddhist studies. This 4-year online course provides students with long term\, in-depth support in their meditative development. This weekly course will offer:\nAuthentic traditional instructions\, in contemporary language\, aimed at providing a comprehensive set of meditation tools for students to transform their knowledge of the Dharma into personal experience.\nTraditional and modern theories on supplementary topics such as models of healthy psychological and spiritual development\, ritual\, narrative\, ethics\, and social engagement.\nAn international community of meditators\, online and live.\nTo complement the IDMT course we will also offer:\nMeditation Retreats – week & weekend retreats on vipassana\, compassion\, and mahamudra\, offered both at the centers and online.\nYogi Bootcamp – an intensive\, guided\, 1-year meditation training with weekly personal interviews (call) for a small group of international students.\nPractice days guided by Ven. Gendun and experienced students of Ven. Gendun\nWeekly reflection sessions\, led by experienced students\nWeekends with the opportunity to receive Refuge / Lay Vows (Feb. 8-9)\, Aspiring Bodhisattva Vows (June 14-15) and Engaging Bodhisattva Vows (Nov. 8-9).\nFor more information about the content of the course\, download the course description (PDF) here.\nThis course is a collaboration between 5 FPMT Buddhist centers: Shantideva Center New York (US)\, Jamyang Buddhist Centre Leeds (UK)\, Institut Vajrayogini in Marzens (FR)\, Yeshin Norbu Stockholm (SW) and Maitreya Instituut (NL) and therefore the course will be attended by an international group of Buddhist practitioners.\nIf you’re enrolling later on in the course\, it is possible to request access to recordings of previous classes.\nPractical details\nThe In-Depth Meditation Training will run weekly on Saturdays and will consist of about 1-hour of guided meditation and 1\,5 hours of teachings. The course offers a great opportunity for Buddhist practitioners. In the first year many of the foundational topics will be introduced\, however a basic understanding of Mahayana Buddhism is a prerequisite to attend. It will be given in English\, with French translation\, online via Zoom. The recordings will be made available after the sessions.\nPractical information and how to register:\nCourse dates: 1 Feb – 12 April\nWeekday: Saturday\nTime: 15:30-18:00 European Central Timezone\nLanguage: English\nLocation: Online (zoom link will be sent after registration)\nDonation: drop in 250 SEK\, monthly 800 SEK\, term 2000 SEK\nLast day of registration: you can join any time\nYou register for the drop-in by purchasing a ticket here on the website\, see “Tickets” below.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/in-depth-meditation-course-for-experienced-practitioners-year-2-term-2-february-april-2025-yeshin-norbu-3/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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