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SUMMARY:Cutting Through Delusion: A Guide to the Solitary Hero Yamantaka Sadhana (Empowerment Required)
DESCRIPTION:In this course Geshe Thubten Sherab will provide a commentary on the Highest Yoga Tantra Sadhana practice of Yamantaka. Prior empowerment of Yamantaka is required in order to attend. By attending you certify that you have previously received such an empowerment.\nGeshe-la will give a step-by-step explanation of the complex structure\, visualizations\, and details of the sadhana in order to help students understand the purpose\, significance and meaning behind this tantra practice.   \nParticipants will learn how to strengthen their connection with their tantric commitments\, ensuring that their practice is both correct and sustainable. \nBy the end of the course\, students will have a deeper appreciation of the transformative potential of Yamantaka and be equipped with the tools to engage in the practice with confidence\, clarity\, and devotion.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/cutting-through-delusion-a-guide-to-the-solitary-hero-yamantaka-sadhana-empowerment-required-28/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250821T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250911T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
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SUMMARY:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online Course - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online CourseAre you ready to transform the way you think\, act\, relate\, and create meaning in your life?\nAbout the Course\nThe 16 Guidelines for Life – Level 1 is a dynamic and interactive course designed to help you cultivate inner wisdom\, emotional resilience\, and deeper connections with yourself and others. Based on ancient wisdom and modern science\, the 16 Guidelines offer practical tools for personal growth\, mindfulness\, and ethical leadership—empowering you to bring more clarity\, compassion\, and purpose into your daily life.\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is perfect for anyone seeking personal growth\, mindfulness practitioners\, educators\, coaches\, leaders\, and changemakers who want to bring positive transformation into their lives and communities.\nWhat you’ll learn:\nAn ethical framework that inspires more purpose in life and deepens experience in mindfulness as an embodied practice.\nPractical tools to build inner strength which will benefit relationships and embrace community\nA fresh perspective on daily life\, available choices and actions\nEnhanced capacity for reflection\, resulting in more well-being\, emotional resilience and creative action\nSchedule:\nFour Thursdays in May 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (UK Time)\nBookings\nFor more information and bookings\, please email Kitty on: kitty_dcosta@hotmail.co.uk.\nConcessions are available upon request\, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.\nFacilitators\n Claudia van Zuiden – An international speaker\, coach\, and trainer\, Claudia is the CEO & Founder of Solution Ways and Co-Founder of Conscious World Agents. With over 30 years of experience in holistic leadership\, personal development\, and mindfulness education\, she integrates neuroscience\, ethics\, and solution-focused approaches to help individuals and organizations thrive. She is accredited to facilitate Level 1\, 2\, and 16G for children and teens\, as well as Unlocking Your Potential. Claudia is passionate about compassionate leadership\, mindfulness\, and empowering people to lead with purpose.\n Kitty D’Costa – A dedicated 16 Guidelines Trainer with over 20 years of experience in mindfulness\, meditation\, and mental health support. Kitty has worked extensively in the field of substance misuse and mental well-being\, bringing deep insights into self-awareness\, emotional resilience\, and personal transformation. Her facilitation style is warm\, engaging\, and deeply practical—helping participants integrate mindfulness into their daily lives.\n Karl Grey – A qualified counsellor\, engineer\, and experienced 16 Guidelines facilitator. With a diverse background across multiple fields\, Karl brings a unique and insightful approach to his work. His deep understanding of the 16 Guidelines allows him to integrate their principles effectively\, offering valuable guidance and support in both personal and professional settings. Karl’s broad expertise and thoughtful approach empower others to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.\n Gillian Watt – An experienced mindfulness practitioner\, facilitator\, and educator\, Gillian has a background in community development\, coaching\, and personal growth. With a strong focus on creating positive change through mindful leadership\, she helps individuals and teams build resilience\, enhance well-being\, and cultivate a deeper sense of meaning in their lives. Gillian is passionate about empowering others to unlock their potential through the 16 Guidelines framework.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/16g-l1-building-inner-strength-an-innovative-co-facilitated-online-course-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-17/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250824T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250824T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
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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-32/
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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
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SUMMARY:Cutting Through Delusion: A Guide to the Solitary Hero Yamantaka Sadhana (Empowerment Required)
DESCRIPTION:In this course Geshe Thubten Sherab will provide a commentary on the Highest Yoga Tantra Sadhana practice of Yamantaka. Prior empowerment of Yamantaka is required in order to attend. By attending you certify that you have previously received such an empowerment.\nGeshe-la will give a step-by-step explanation of the complex structure\, visualizations\, and details of the sadhana in order to help students understand the purpose\, significance and meaning behind this tantra practice.   \nParticipants will learn how to strengthen their connection with their tantric commitments\, ensuring that their practice is both correct and sustainable. \nBy the end of the course\, students will have a deeper appreciation of the transformative potential of Yamantaka and be equipped with the tools to engage in the practice with confidence\, clarity\, and devotion.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/cutting-through-delusion-a-guide-to-the-solitary-hero-yamantaka-sadhana-empowerment-required-29/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250828T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250918T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250325T074425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T041504Z
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SUMMARY:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online Course - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online CourseAre you ready to transform the way you think\, act\, relate\, and create meaning in your life?\nAbout the Course\nThe 16 Guidelines for Life – Level 1 is a dynamic and interactive course designed to help you cultivate inner wisdom\, emotional resilience\, and deeper connections with yourself and others. Based on ancient wisdom and modern science\, the 16 Guidelines offer practical tools for personal growth\, mindfulness\, and ethical leadership—empowering you to bring more clarity\, compassion\, and purpose into your daily life.\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is perfect for anyone seeking personal growth\, mindfulness practitioners\, educators\, coaches\, leaders\, and changemakers who want to bring positive transformation into their lives and communities.\nWhat you’ll learn:\nAn ethical framework that inspires more purpose in life and deepens experience in mindfulness as an embodied practice.\nPractical tools to build inner strength which will benefit relationships and embrace community\nA fresh perspective on daily life\, available choices and actions\nEnhanced capacity for reflection\, resulting in more well-being\, emotional resilience and creative action\nSchedule:\nFour Thursdays in May 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (UK Time)\nBookings\nFor more information and bookings\, please email Kitty on: kitty_dcosta@hotmail.co.uk.\nConcessions are available upon request\, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.\nFacilitators\n Claudia van Zuiden – An international speaker\, coach\, and trainer\, Claudia is the CEO & Founder of Solution Ways and Co-Founder of Conscious World Agents. With over 30 years of experience in holistic leadership\, personal development\, and mindfulness education\, she integrates neuroscience\, ethics\, and solution-focused approaches to help individuals and organizations thrive. She is accredited to facilitate Level 1\, 2\, and 16G for children and teens\, as well as Unlocking Your Potential. Claudia is passionate about compassionate leadership\, mindfulness\, and empowering people to lead with purpose.\n Kitty D’Costa – A dedicated 16 Guidelines Trainer with over 20 years of experience in mindfulness\, meditation\, and mental health support. Kitty has worked extensively in the field of substance misuse and mental well-being\, bringing deep insights into self-awareness\, emotional resilience\, and personal transformation. Her facilitation style is warm\, engaging\, and deeply practical—helping participants integrate mindfulness into their daily lives.\n Karl Grey – A qualified counsellor\, engineer\, and experienced 16 Guidelines facilitator. With a diverse background across multiple fields\, Karl brings a unique and insightful approach to his work. His deep understanding of the 16 Guidelines allows him to integrate their principles effectively\, offering valuable guidance and support in both personal and professional settings. Karl’s broad expertise and thoughtful approach empower others to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.\n Gillian Watt – An experienced mindfulness practitioner\, facilitator\, and educator\, Gillian has a background in community development\, coaching\, and personal growth. With a strong focus on creating positive change through mindful leadership\, she helps individuals and teams build resilience\, enhance well-being\, and cultivate a deeper sense of meaning in their lives. Gillian is passionate about empowering others to unlock their potential through the 16 Guidelines framework.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/16g-l1-building-inner-strength-an-innovative-co-facilitated-online-course-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-18/
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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250903T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250403T034553Z
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SUMMARY:Retreat – Another World is Possible: Green Tara Practice as a Path of Compassion in Action
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/retreat-another-world-is-possible-green-tara-practice-as-a-path-of-compassion-in-action/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Land of Joy (LoJ)":MAILTO:info@landofjoy.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250831T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250831T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250325T074425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T041504Z
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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-33/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250902T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250403T032856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T101431Z
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SUMMARY:Guru Puja
DESCRIPTION:Guru Puja is a profound and inspiring practice for developing faith and devotion to our spiritual masters and the Three Jewels. With the guru merit field as the object\, one engages in an extensive practice of the seven-branched worship –paying homage\, making offerings\, confessing faults and so on-with the wish to attain the highest of aspirations.\nThis event is on-site only. Registration is not required. \nWe schedule prayer sessions throughout the year\, offering a continuous opportunity for anyone\, including visitors\, to take part in practices that focus on bringing the precious benefit of accumulating heaps of merit and eliminating negativities. All our sessions are conducted in English\, with some chanting in Tibetan.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guru-puja-12/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Ritual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amitabha Buddhist Centre (ABC)":MAILTO:centre@fpmtabc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250903T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250903T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T104018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141146Z
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SUMMARY:Cutting Through Delusion: A Guide to the Solitary Hero Yamantaka Sadhana (Empowerment Required)
DESCRIPTION:In this course Geshe Thubten Sherab will provide a commentary on the Highest Yoga Tantra Sadhana practice of Yamantaka. Prior empowerment of Yamantaka is required in order to attend. By attending you certify that you have previously received such an empowerment.\nGeshe-la will give a step-by-step explanation of the complex structure\, visualizations\, and details of the sadhana in order to help students understand the purpose\, significance and meaning behind this tantra practice.   \nParticipants will learn how to strengthen their connection with their tantric commitments\, ensuring that their practice is both correct and sustainable. \nBy the end of the course\, students will have a deeper appreciation of the transformative potential of Yamantaka and be equipped with the tools to engage in the practice with confidence\, clarity\, and devotion.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/cutting-through-delusion-a-guide-to-the-solitary-hero-yamantaka-sadhana-empowerment-required-30/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250904T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250904T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T081854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141146Z
UID:10000525-1756971000-1756972800@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Morning Express Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Start the day at 7am Mountain Time with guided meditations every weekday
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-express-meditation-5/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250904T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250325T074426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T041504Z
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SUMMARY:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online Course - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online CourseAre you ready to transform the way you think\, act\, relate\, and create meaning in your life?\nAbout the Course\nThe 16 Guidelines for Life – Level 1 is a dynamic and interactive course designed to help you cultivate inner wisdom\, emotional resilience\, and deeper connections with yourself and others. Based on ancient wisdom and modern science\, the 16 Guidelines offer practical tools for personal growth\, mindfulness\, and ethical leadership—empowering you to bring more clarity\, compassion\, and purpose into your daily life.\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is perfect for anyone seeking personal growth\, mindfulness practitioners\, educators\, coaches\, leaders\, and changemakers who want to bring positive transformation into their lives and communities.\nWhat you’ll learn:\nAn ethical framework that inspires more purpose in life and deepens experience in mindfulness as an embodied practice.\nPractical tools to build inner strength which will benefit relationships and embrace community\nA fresh perspective on daily life\, available choices and actions\nEnhanced capacity for reflection\, resulting in more well-being\, emotional resilience and creative action\nSchedule:\nFour Thursdays in May 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (UK Time)\nBookings\nFor more information and bookings\, please email Kitty on: kitty_dcosta@hotmail.co.uk.\nConcessions are available upon request\, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.\nFacilitators\n Claudia van Zuiden – An international speaker\, coach\, and trainer\, Claudia is the CEO & Founder of Solution Ways and Co-Founder of Conscious World Agents. With over 30 years of experience in holistic leadership\, personal development\, and mindfulness education\, she integrates neuroscience\, ethics\, and solution-focused approaches to help individuals and organizations thrive. She is accredited to facilitate Level 1\, 2\, and 16G for children and teens\, as well as Unlocking Your Potential. Claudia is passionate about compassionate leadership\, mindfulness\, and empowering people to lead with purpose.\n Kitty D’Costa – A dedicated 16 Guidelines Trainer with over 20 years of experience in mindfulness\, meditation\, and mental health support. Kitty has worked extensively in the field of substance misuse and mental well-being\, bringing deep insights into self-awareness\, emotional resilience\, and personal transformation. Her facilitation style is warm\, engaging\, and deeply practical—helping participants integrate mindfulness into their daily lives.\n Karl Grey – A qualified counsellor\, engineer\, and experienced 16 Guidelines facilitator. With a diverse background across multiple fields\, Karl brings a unique and insightful approach to his work. His deep understanding of the 16 Guidelines allows him to integrate their principles effectively\, offering valuable guidance and support in both personal and professional settings. Karl’s broad expertise and thoughtful approach empower others to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.\n Gillian Watt – An experienced mindfulness practitioner\, facilitator\, and educator\, Gillian has a background in community development\, coaching\, and personal growth. With a strong focus on creating positive change through mindful leadership\, she helps individuals and teams build resilience\, enhance well-being\, and cultivate a deeper sense of meaning in their lives. Gillian is passionate about empowering others to unlock their potential through the 16 Guidelines framework.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/16g-l1-building-inner-strength-an-innovative-co-facilitated-online-course-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-19/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)":MAILTO:info@compassionandwisdom.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250904T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250904T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T081854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141146Z
UID:10000526-1757012400-1757017800@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Toolkit: TBD
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/dharma-toolkit-tbd/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250904T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250904T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T081855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141146Z
UID:10000527-1757019600-1757021400@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Evening Express Meditation
DESCRIPTION:End the day with a purification practice\, the Four Opponent Powers.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/evening-express-meditation-5/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lotus.fpmt.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ven-Katy-2-iksuSp.tmp_.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250905T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250905T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T082352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141146Z
UID:10000553-1757057400-1757059200@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Morning Express Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Start the day at 7am Mountain Time with guided meditations every weekday
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-express-meditation-12/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lotus.fpmt.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ven-Katy-2-iksuSp.tmp_.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250905T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250905T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T082549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141146Z
UID:10000554-1757106000-1757107800@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Evening Express Meditation
DESCRIPTION:End the day with a purification practice\, the Four Opponent Powers.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/evening-express-meditation-16/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lotus.fpmt.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ven-Katy-2-iksuSp.tmp_.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250906T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250906T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T082636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141146Z
UID:10000567-1757143800-1757145600@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Morning Express Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Start the day at 7am Mountain Time with guided meditations every weekday
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-express-meditation-18/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250907T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250907T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T082709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141145Z
UID:10000579-1757230200-1757232000@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Morning Express Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Start the day at 7am Mountain Time with guided meditations every weekday
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/morning-express-meditation-26/
CATEGORIES:Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lotus.fpmt.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ven-losang-dondrup_600x600-e1624523869324-GI78sW.tmp_.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250907T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250907T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250325T074426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T041503Z
UID:10000333-1757232000-1757235600@lotus.fpmt.org
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-34/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)":MAILTO:info@compassionandwisdom.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250907T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250907T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T083049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141145Z
UID:10000607-1757271600-1757277000@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Cutting Through Delusion: A Guide to the Solitary Hero Yamantaka Sadhana (Empowerment Required)
DESCRIPTION:In this course Geshe Thubten Sherab will provide a commentary on the Highest Yoga Tantra Sadhana practice of Yamantaka. Prior empowerment of Yamantaka is required in order to attend. By attending you certify that you have previously received such an empowerment.\nGeshe-la will give a step-by-step explanation of the complex structure\, visualizations\, and details of the sadhana in order to help students understand the purpose\, significance and meaning behind this tantra practice.   \nParticipants will learn how to strengthen their connection with their tantric commitments\, ensuring that their practice is both correct and sustainable. \nBy the end of the course\, students will have a deeper appreciation of the transformative potential of Yamantaka and be equipped with the tools to engage in the practice with confidence\, clarity\, and devotion.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/cutting-through-delusion-a-guide-to-the-solitary-hero-yamantaka-sadhana-empowerment-required-6/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250908T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250908T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T082730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T101431Z
UID:10000589-1757350800-1757354400@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Medicine Buddha Puja
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/medicine-buddha-puja-5/
CATEGORIES:Ritual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250909T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T082809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141145Z
UID:10000595-1757444400-1757448000@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Be Your Own Therapist
DESCRIPTION:These open-ended 60-minute discussions are an easy-going introduction to the Buddhist approach to the mind. Participants learn how to pay attention to\, identify and then unpack the thoughts that inform our emotions in day-to-day life and learn how to reconfigure them\, rather than focusing on the event or person that triggered them. This is the key to success in Buddhist practice. As Lama Zopa Rinpoche says\, “We can mold our mind into any shape we like.”
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/be-your-own-therapist-3/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250910T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T104019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141145Z
UID:10000744-1757530800-1757536200@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Cutting Through Delusion: A Guide to the Solitary Hero Yamantaka Sadhana (Empowerment Required)
DESCRIPTION:In this course Geshe Thubten Sherab will provide a commentary on the Highest Yoga Tantra Sadhana practice of Yamantaka. Prior empowerment of Yamantaka is required in order to attend. By attending you certify that you have previously received such an empowerment.\nGeshe-la will give a step-by-step explanation of the complex structure\, visualizations\, and details of the sadhana in order to help students understand the purpose\, significance and meaning behind this tantra practice.   \nParticipants will learn how to strengthen their connection with their tantric commitments\, ensuring that their practice is both correct and sustainable. \nBy the end of the course\, students will have a deeper appreciation of the transformative potential of Yamantaka and be equipped with the tools to engage in the practice with confidence\, clarity\, and devotion.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/cutting-through-delusion-a-guide-to-the-solitary-hero-yamantaka-sadhana-empowerment-required-31/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250911T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250325T074426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T041503Z
UID:10000334-1757610000-1759429800@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online Course - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online CourseAre you ready to transform the way you think\, act\, relate\, and create meaning in your life?\nAbout the Course\nThe 16 Guidelines for Life – Level 1 is a dynamic and interactive course designed to help you cultivate inner wisdom\, emotional resilience\, and deeper connections with yourself and others. Based on ancient wisdom and modern science\, the 16 Guidelines offer practical tools for personal growth\, mindfulness\, and ethical leadership—empowering you to bring more clarity\, compassion\, and purpose into your daily life.\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is perfect for anyone seeking personal growth\, mindfulness practitioners\, educators\, coaches\, leaders\, and changemakers who want to bring positive transformation into their lives and communities.\nWhat you’ll learn:\nAn ethical framework that inspires more purpose in life and deepens experience in mindfulness as an embodied practice.\nPractical tools to build inner strength which will benefit relationships and embrace community\nA fresh perspective on daily life\, available choices and actions\nEnhanced capacity for reflection\, resulting in more well-being\, emotional resilience and creative action\nSchedule:\nFour Thursdays in May 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (UK Time)\nBookings\nFor more information and bookings\, please email Kitty on: kitty_dcosta@hotmail.co.uk.\nConcessions are available upon request\, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.\nFacilitators\n Claudia van Zuiden – An international speaker\, coach\, and trainer\, Claudia is the CEO & Founder of Solution Ways and Co-Founder of Conscious World Agents. With over 30 years of experience in holistic leadership\, personal development\, and mindfulness education\, she integrates neuroscience\, ethics\, and solution-focused approaches to help individuals and organizations thrive. She is accredited to facilitate Level 1\, 2\, and 16G for children and teens\, as well as Unlocking Your Potential. Claudia is passionate about compassionate leadership\, mindfulness\, and empowering people to lead with purpose.\n Kitty D’Costa – A dedicated 16 Guidelines Trainer with over 20 years of experience in mindfulness\, meditation\, and mental health support. Kitty has worked extensively in the field of substance misuse and mental well-being\, bringing deep insights into self-awareness\, emotional resilience\, and personal transformation. Her facilitation style is warm\, engaging\, and deeply practical—helping participants integrate mindfulness into their daily lives.\n Karl Grey – A qualified counsellor\, engineer\, and experienced 16 Guidelines facilitator. With a diverse background across multiple fields\, Karl brings a unique and insightful approach to his work. His deep understanding of the 16 Guidelines allows him to integrate their principles effectively\, offering valuable guidance and support in both personal and professional settings. Karl’s broad expertise and thoughtful approach empower others to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.\n Gillian Watt – An experienced mindfulness practitioner\, facilitator\, and educator\, Gillian has a background in community development\, coaching\, and personal growth. With a strong focus on creating positive change through mindful leadership\, she helps individuals and teams build resilience\, enhance well-being\, and cultivate a deeper sense of meaning in their lives. Gillian is passionate about empowering others to unlock their potential through the 16 Guidelines framework.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/16g-l1-building-inner-strength-an-innovative-co-facilitated-online-course-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-20/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)":MAILTO:info@compassionandwisdom.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250914T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250914T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250325T074909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T041503Z
UID:10000335-1757836800-1757840400@lotus.fpmt.org
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-35/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Secular Ethics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)":MAILTO:info@compassionandwisdom.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250916T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250916T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250403T033056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T101431Z
UID:10000370-1758051000-1758058200@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Guru Puja
DESCRIPTION:Guru Puja is a profound and inspiring practice for developing faith and devotion to our spiritual masters and the Three Jewels. With the guru merit field as the object\, one engages in an extensive practice of the seven-branched worship –paying homage\, making offerings\, confessing faults and so on-with the wish to attain the highest of aspirations.\nThis event is on-site only. Registration is not required. \nWe schedule prayer sessions throughout the year\, offering a continuous opportunity for anyone\, including visitors\, to take part in practices that focus on bringing the precious benefit of accumulating heaps of merit and eliminating negativities. All our sessions are conducted in English\, with some chanting in Tibetan.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/guru-puja-13/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism,Ritual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amitabha Buddhist Centre (ABC)":MAILTO:centre@fpmtabc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250917T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250406T104020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T141145Z
UID:10000745-1758135600-1758141000@lotus.fpmt.org
SUMMARY:Cutting Through Delusion: A Guide to the Solitary Hero Yamantaka Sadhana (Empowerment Required)
DESCRIPTION:In this course Geshe Thubten Sherab will provide a commentary on the Highest Yoga Tantra Sadhana practice of Yamantaka. Prior empowerment of Yamantaka is required in order to attend. By attending you certify that you have previously received such an empowerment.\nGeshe-la will give a step-by-step explanation of the complex structure\, visualizations\, and details of the sadhana in order to help students understand the purpose\, significance and meaning behind this tantra practice.   \nParticipants will learn how to strengthen their connection with their tantric commitments\, ensuring that their practice is both correct and sustainable. \nBy the end of the course\, students will have a deeper appreciation of the transformative potential of Yamantaka and be equipped with the tools to engage in the practice with confidence\, clarity\, and devotion.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/cutting-through-delusion-a-guide-to-the-solitary-hero-yamantaka-sadhana-empowerment-required-32/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250918T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T231231
CREATED:20250325T074909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T041503Z
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SUMMARY:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online Course - Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online CourseAre you ready to transform the way you think\, act\, relate\, and create meaning in your life?\nAbout the Course\nThe 16 Guidelines for Life – Level 1 is a dynamic and interactive course designed to help you cultivate inner wisdom\, emotional resilience\, and deeper connections with yourself and others. Based on ancient wisdom and modern science\, the 16 Guidelines offer practical tools for personal growth\, mindfulness\, and ethical leadership—empowering you to bring more clarity\, compassion\, and purpose into your daily life.\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is perfect for anyone seeking personal growth\, mindfulness practitioners\, educators\, coaches\, leaders\, and changemakers who want to bring positive transformation into their lives and communities.\nWhat you’ll learn:\nAn ethical framework that inspires more purpose in life and deepens experience in mindfulness as an embodied practice.\nPractical tools to build inner strength which will benefit relationships and embrace community\nA fresh perspective on daily life\, available choices and actions\nEnhanced capacity for reflection\, resulting in more well-being\, emotional resilience and creative action\nSchedule:\nFour Thursdays in May 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (UK Time)\nBookings\nFor more information and bookings\, please email Kitty on: kitty_dcosta@hotmail.co.uk.\nConcessions are available upon request\, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.\nFacilitators\n Claudia van Zuiden – An international speaker\, coach\, and trainer\, Claudia is the CEO & Founder of Solution Ways and Co-Founder of Conscious World Agents. With over 30 years of experience in holistic leadership\, personal development\, and mindfulness education\, she integrates neuroscience\, ethics\, and solution-focused approaches to help individuals and organizations thrive. She is accredited to facilitate Level 1\, 2\, and 16G for children and teens\, as well as Unlocking Your Potential. Claudia is passionate about compassionate leadership\, mindfulness\, and empowering people to lead with purpose.\n Kitty D’Costa – A dedicated 16 Guidelines Trainer with over 20 years of experience in mindfulness\, meditation\, and mental health support. Kitty has worked extensively in the field of substance misuse and mental well-being\, bringing deep insights into self-awareness\, emotional resilience\, and personal transformation. Her facilitation style is warm\, engaging\, and deeply practical—helping participants integrate mindfulness into their daily lives.\n Karl Grey – A qualified counsellor\, engineer\, and experienced 16 Guidelines facilitator. With a diverse background across multiple fields\, Karl brings a unique and insightful approach to his work. His deep understanding of the 16 Guidelines allows him to integrate their principles effectively\, offering valuable guidance and support in both personal and professional settings. Karl’s broad expertise and thoughtful approach empower others to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose.\n Gillian Watt – An experienced mindfulness practitioner\, facilitator\, and educator\, Gillian has a background in community development\, coaching\, and personal growth. With a strong focus on creating positive change through mindful leadership\, she helps individuals and teams build resilience\, enhance well-being\, and cultivate a deeper sense of meaning in their lives. Gillian is passionate about empowering others to unlock their potential through the 16 Guidelines framework.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/16g-l1-building-inner-strength-an-innovative-co-facilitated-online-course-foundation-for-developing-compassion-and-wisdom-21/
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:The Altruistic Bodhicitta and the Two Methods for its Cultivation Based on Chapter Eight of A Guide of the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life
DESCRIPTION:This 10-day residential course is suitable for beginners and experienced students!\nGeshe Dorji Damdul is the Director of Tibet House in New Delhi\, eminent scholar and author\, and one of the official translators for His Holiness the Dalai Lama. \nGeshe Dorji Damdul is widely renowned for his highly dynamic\, engaging and inspiring teaching style – combining his deep understanding of Buddhist philosophy in the Nalanda tradition with the tender heart of Bodhicitta and a keen interest in modern science. This way Geshe-la makes even the most profound and complex topics accessible to new and experienced students alike. \nBodhisattva Shantideva: A Bodhisattva’s Way of Life\nIn the whole of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition\, there is no single treatise more deeply revered or widely practiced than A Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life. Composed in the eighth century by the Indian Bodhisattva Santideva\, it became an instant classic in the curricula of the Buddhist monastic universities of India\, and its renown has grown ever since. Santideva presents methods to harmonize one’s life with the Bodhisattva ideal and inspires the reader to cultivate the perfections of the Bodhisattva: generosity\, ethics\, patience\, zeal\, meditative concentration\, and wisdom. \nHis Holiness the Dalai Lama said: “If I have any understanding of compassion and the Bodhisattva path\, it all comes from studying this text.” \nShantideva composed his text in the form of an inner dialog. He turned his own weapons upon himself\, doing battle with his negative emotions. Therefore\, when we teach or listen to this text\, it is important that we do so in order to progress spiritually\, rather than making it simply a subject of academic study.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/the-altruistic-bodhicitta-and-the-two-methods-for-its-cultivation-based-on-chapter-eight-of-a-guide-of-the-bodhisattvas-way-of-life/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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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-36/
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Secular Ethics
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SUMMARY:Cutting Through Delusion: A Guide to the Solitary Hero Yamantaka Sadhana (Empowerment Required)
DESCRIPTION:In this course Geshe Thubten Sherab will provide a commentary on the Highest Yoga Tantra Sadhana practice of Yamantaka. Prior empowerment of Yamantaka is required in order to attend. By attending you certify that you have previously received such an empowerment.\nGeshe-la will give a step-by-step explanation of the complex structure\, visualizations\, and details of the sadhana in order to help students understand the purpose\, significance and meaning behind this tantra practice.   \nParticipants will learn how to strengthen their connection with their tantric commitments\, ensuring that their practice is both correct and sustainable. \nBy the end of the course\, students will have a deeper appreciation of the transformative potential of Yamantaka and be equipped with the tools to engage in the practice with confidence\, clarity\, and devotion.
URL:https://lotus.fpmt.org/event/cutting-through-delusion-a-guide-to-the-solitary-hero-yamantaka-sadhana-empowerment-required-33/
CATEGORIES:Buddhism
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thubten Norbu Ling":MAILTO:info@tnlsf.org
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