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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-18/
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-14/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250416T123000
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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-18/
CATEGORIES: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-4/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeshin Norbu Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:hello@yeshinnorbu.se
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T080000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T100000
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-15/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T123000
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CREATED:20250406T084057Z
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SUMMARY:Kshitigarbha Practice
DESCRIPTION:Practice to overcome financial obstacles\, on Zoom and in-person.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/kshitigarbha-practice-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
CREATED:20250406T084658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T103744Z
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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-19/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
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SUMMARY:Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre« All Events\nMedicine Buddha Puja\nApril 17 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm\nAbout Medicine Buddha Puja\nIn Person Only\nPujas are rituals in which consecrated offerings – such as food\, water\, light and incense – are made to an enlightened being for the sake of creating conditions for progress on the spiritual path\, as well as removing obstacles. These offerings are made alongside prayer and chanting.\nThe seven Medicine Buddhas\, attainers of bliss\, strongly prayed for the temporal and ultimate happiness of yourself and all sentient beings. They vowed that their prayers would be actualized during these degenerate times when the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha are in decline. As the buddhas’ holy speech is irrevocable\, you can wholly trust in their power to quickly grant blessings to help all sentient beings in these degenerate times\,” Lama Zopa Rinpoche instructs “If you pray to Guru Medicine Buddha\, you will quickly accomplish all that you wish. Just hearing the holy name of Guru Medicine Buddha and the sound of his mantra closes the door to rebirth in the suffering lower realms. It is written in the scriptures that you should not have a two-pointed mind (doubt) with regard to these benefits”.\nHow can I join?\nJust turn up!\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-april-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-14/
CATEGORIES:Ritual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamyang London Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:welcome@jamyang.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250418T080000
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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250418T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250418T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-16/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250418T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250420T170000
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SUMMARY:Less Desire\, Less Pain – The Art of Satisfaction led by Venerable Thubten Wangdu
DESCRIPTION:3-day non-residential course led by Venerable Thubten WangduOpen to all levels of practitioners: beginners and experienced alike. \nNo desire means no emotional pain of attachment\, anger and jealousy. There is peace\, openness and space for genuine love and compassion to arise. – Lama Zopa Rinpoche \nBuddhism aims to provide methods for us to become more genuinely happy human beings—to cultivate a sense of contentment that is lasting. This derives from understanding our own minds and clearly seeing how things are. From the buddhist perspective\, our repeated experiences of dissatisfaction and frustration do not have external conditions as their root cause\, but all mental problems come from the dissatisfied mind. \nIn this course we will take a look at the Buddha’s teaching on how our own attachment-desire keeps us imprisoned in a state of dissatisfaction and how we have the potential to completely break free from that. We will also learn methods on how to tap into our potential for lasting peace and fulfilment through the power of study\, reflection and meditation.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/less-desire-less-pain-the-art-of-satisfaction-led-by-venerable-thubten-wangdu/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250418T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250418T130000
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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-20/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250418T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
CREATED:20250403T032415Z
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SUMMARY:Retraite de Bodhicitta et de Tara blanche (SUR PLACE)
DESCRIPTION:Retraite de Bodhicitta et de Tara blanche (SUR PLACE)Offertes par Paula Chichester et Vén. Thubten Lhamo\nRetraite en deux temps :\ndu vendredi 18 au mercredi 23 avril\, retraite de Bodhicitta guidée par Paula puis par Vén. Lhamo\ndu mercredi 23 au soir au dimanche 27 avril\, retraite de Tara blanche guidée par Paula\nLa première retraite est une préparation à la retraite de Tara Blanche. Les étudiants peuvent faire l’une ou l’autre des retraites\, ou les deux. Il n’est pas nécessaire d’avoir pris d’initiation pour participer à cette retraite de Tara Blanche. Elle est ouverte à tous.\nRetraite de Bodhicitta :\nLama Thubten Yéshé nous a incités à valoriser le développement de bodhicitta plus que tout autre quête dans la vie. Bodhicitta ou l’esprit de bodhi désigne l’esprit qui réside dans la compassion et l’amour\, et est unifié à la sagesse de l’ouverture ou de la vacuité.\nAu cours de cette retraite\, j’aimerais partager avec vous les méthodes que j’ai apprises pour soutenir et développer l’expérience de bodhicitta\, de la paix intérieure\, du bien-être et de l’ouverture.\nEn tant qu’individu issu de la société moderne\, j’ai dû faire l’expérience de techniques qui préparent et nourrissent notre système nerveux afin que les entraînements tibétains classiques de transformation de l’esprit deviennent plus que des entraînements ancrés uniquement dans les pensées\, mais afin que ces idées fassent partie intégrante de ce que nous sommes\, et pas seulement de ce que nous pensons.\nPour participer à ce court atelier\, il n’est pas nécessaire d’avoir suivi au préalable un enseignement quelconque\, il suffit de venir avec un esprit ouvert et un cœur qui aspire à se sentir épanoui et libre\, libre de ressentiment\, de désir et d’incertitude. C’est la paix intérieure qui créera un monde de paix.\nRetraite de Tara blanche :\nUne fois que nous avons goûté à Bodhicitta\, comment pouvons-nous maintenir et renforcer ce précieux état d’esprit dans nos vies ? Comment pouvons-nous créer les causes et les conditions pour que cette Bodhicitta croisse et se développe dans notre expérience ? Tara blanche est une méthode de méditation qui répond à cet objectif. De nombreux lamas et méditants tibétains pratiquent Tara blanche même s’ils ont par ailleurs une autre déité principale. Tara blanche améliore et renforce notre santé\, notre longévité\, notre bien-être et nos réalisations.\nLa première retraite constitue un préliminaire à la retraite de Tara Blanche\, il est possible de participer à l’une ou l’autre\, ou aux deux retraites. Il n’est pas nécessaire d’avoir pris une initiation au préalable pour participer à cette retraite de Tara Blanche. Elle est ouverte à tout le monde.\nPaula et Lhamo sont heureuses de guider ensemble ces retraites et d’apprendre ainsi l’une l’autre de leur propre expérience.\nPaula Chichester :\nConnue pour son style personnel basé sur l’expérience dans sa guidance des retraites\, Paula Chichester pratique la méditation\, les arts somatiques et la guérison psychologique depuis 1977. Inspirée alors par les grands yogis qu’elle a rencontrés à Dharamsala\, en Inde\, elle a dit à Lama Yéshé qu’elle voulait devenir un mahasiddha ! Lama lui a conseillé de se consacrer à plein temps au Dharma. Cette aspiration élevée prête aujourd’hui un peu à sourire\, toutefois elle a réussi à apprendre certaines choses au cours de toutes ces années de retraite et d’étude. Il y a sept ans\, à l’Institut Lama Tsong Khapa\, son Maître\, Kyabjé Thubten Zopa Rinpoché\, l’a encouragée à commencer à animer des retraites et à partager. Elle souhaite entrer de nouveau en retraite cette année pour une certaine durée.\nVén Lhamo :\nAnila Thubten Lhamo est une moniale qui a pris refuge avec Lama Yéshé en 1979 à Kopan et a été ordonnée par Lama Zopa Rinpoché en 2019. Elle a étudié le PEBA de 2003 à 2010 à l’Institut\, puis a fait de nombreuses retraites. Elle a contribué à la création d’Education Universelle France en mettant en place les ateliers sur les ’16 attitudes pour mieux vivre’.\nRetraite de Bodhicitta (SUR PLACE)°\nAvec Paula Chichester et Vén Lhamo\, ouvert à tous\nvendredi 18 Avr. – 20H\nmercredi 23 Avr. 2025 – 12H\nParticipation libre à partir de 0 €Plus hébergement et repas\nDétails et horaires\nPlanning :\n06h00 Méditation guidée\n09h00 Enseignement\n11h00 Méditation guidée du corps et de l’esprit\n14h30 Groupe de discussion\n16h30 Enseignement\n20h00 Méditation guidée\nParticipation sur place\nRetraite de Tara Blanche (SUR PLACE)°\nAvec Paula Chichester et Vén Lhamo\, ouvert à tous\nmercredi 23 Avr. – 16H30\ndimanche 27 Avr. 2025 – 12H\nParticipation libre à partir de 0 €Plus hébergement et repas\nDétails et horaires\nPlanning :\n06h00 Méditation guidée\n09h00 Enseignement\n11h00 Méditation guidée du corps et de l’esprit\n14h30 Groupe de discussion\n16h30 Enseignement\n20h00 Méditation guidée\nParticipation sur place
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/retraite-de-bodhicitta-et-de-tara-blanche-sur-place/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Institut Vajra Yogini (IVY)":MAILTO:reception@institutvajrayogini.fr
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T180000
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SUMMARY:Madhyamakavatara Revision Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us to discuss and revise concepts taught in the Illuminating the Intent classes taught by Khen Rinpoche Geshe Chonyi.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/madhyamakavatara-revision-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amitabha Buddhist Centre (ABC)":MAILTO:centre@fpmtabc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250420T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250420T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
CREATED:20250325T074000Z
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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-14/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250420T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250420T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
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SUMMARY:Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for April 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-april-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-15/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250421T090000
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-17/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250421T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
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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-21/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250421T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
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SUMMARY:Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre« All Events\nRecovery Dharma\nApril 21 @ 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm\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-april-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-16/
CATEGORIES:Connect
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamyang London Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:welcome@jamyang.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
CREATED:20250406T084828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T084828Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-18/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
CREATED:20250406T084057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T084057Z
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SUMMARY:Kshitigarbha Practice
DESCRIPTION:Practice to overcome financial obstacles\, on Zoom and in-person.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/kshitigarbha-practice-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
CREATED:20250406T084658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T103744Z
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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-22/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
CREATED:20250403T033257Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Course with Geshe Lhakdor: Awaken your Profound Nature by Understanding your Mind and Emotions
DESCRIPTION:Special 7-day residential course with Geshe Lhakdor! Appropriate for beginners and advanced students.\nGeshe Lhakdor is renowned for his inspiring\, down to earth and humorous teaching style\, making the ancient Buddhist philosophy and science of mind applicable to a 21st century audience. \nThe topic of this course will be the Cycle of Existence – negative emotions\, karma and the twelve links of dependent origination. \nAs Geshe la often mentions\, “the real troublemakers in our lives are the countless negative emotions in us. Not only do they hinder us in achieving the lasting happiness of liberation and enlightenment\, they also don’t allow us to have peace and happiness in this life. The reason to do dharma practice is to fight with these negative emotions.” \nThis course will explain cyclic existence or samsara – meaning our body and mind circling in the various realms under the influence of afflictions and karma – by using the Wheel of Life\, a visual illustration of the twelve links of dependent arising. These instances of samsara represent suffering and the cause of our suffering\, where these negative emotions come from\, and practice methods which will eventually lead us to liberation from cyclic existence.\nLearning about the process of entering samsara offers us a marvellous insight into how to reverse samsara. In this way\, the Wheel of Life becomes an incredible tool to awaken our profound nature and end the vicious cycle of suffering and attain the everlasting happiness of liberation and enlightenment.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/annual-course-with-geshe-lhakdor-awaken-your-profound-nature-by-understanding-your-mind-and-emotions/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T180000
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CREATED:20250325T074015Z
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SUMMARY:The 4 Noble Truths & Their 16 Characteristics - Yeshin Norbu
DESCRIPTION:The 4 Noble Truths & Their 16 CharacteristicsThe 4 Noble Truths & Their 16 Characteristics\nThis in-depth intermediate level course will deepen your understanding of the Four Noble Truths and their 16 characteristics. The Four Noble Truths are the foundational teachings of Buddhism\, offering profound insight into the nature of suffering\, its causes and the path to liberation.\nCourse Details\nAbout This Course\nThe course will offer a comprehensive exploration of these core teachings\, guiding you through their profound implications for both personal transformation and spiritual practice. Learning the Four Noble Truths can offer a range of profound benefits that can transform your approach to life and spiritual practice\, such as:\nClarity on the nature of suffering: By gaining insight into why suffering arises\, you can begin to release attachment to things that are impermanent and avoid unnecessary suffering in your life.\nPath to liberation: Learning this path helps you cultivate ethical conduct\, mental discipline\, and wisdom\, fostering a life of greater peace and fulfillment.\nDeepened compassion & wisdom: By understanding the interconnectedness of all beings and the causes of suffering\, you naturally develop greater compassion and empathy. The teachings also lead to wisdom by showing you how to see things as they truly are\, beyond the surface-level appearance of phenomena..\nTransformation of perspective: Instead of viewing difficulties as obstacles\, you begin to see them as opportunities for spiritual growth and a means of developing resilience and inner strength.\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/the-4-noble-truths-their-16-characteristics-yeshin-norbu/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeshin Norbu Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:hello@yeshinnorbu.se
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
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SUMMARY:Events for April 2025 – Jamyang London Buddhist Centre
DESCRIPTION:Events for April 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-april-2025-jamyang-london-buddhist-centre-17/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamyang London Buddhist Centre":MAILTO:welcome@jamyang.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
CREATED:20250406T084829Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Daily morning prayers on Zoom for all sentient beings.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-prayers-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193005
CREATED:20250403T034057Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Guided MeditationMonday – Saturday @ 9.00 – 10.00am IST\n(No sessions on Sunday and during Short Courses) \nThis is a hybrid event! You can attend in person at Tushita or online via live zoom (and video recordings).
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guided-meditation-19/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Meditation
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