Living Lightly Wednesdays in July Meditation Classes Online and Onsite 7-8pm Buddha's most profound teachings explain that to live more lightly we need to understand how things really exist. At the moment, we grasp onto problems and difficulties as being so solid and real that this can cause us to experience fear and suffering. With the practice of mindfulness and alertness in our meditation session and in our daily life, we can gradually learn to relax our tight hold. In this way we can enjoy a stable experience of peace and happiness and cope [...]

Living Lightly Sundays in July Meditation Classes Online and Onsite 2:30 - 4pm Buddha's most profound teachings explain that to live more lightly we need to understand how things really exist. At the moment, we grasp onto problems and difficulties as being so solid and real that this can cause us to experience fear and suffering. With the practice of mindfulness and alertness in our meditation session and in our daily life, we can gradually learn to relax our tight hold. In this way we can enjoy a stable experience of peace and happiness [...]

The Strength of Patience Sundays in June Meditation Classes Online and Onsite 2:30 - 4pm Patience is an inner strength that enables us to accept and grow from whatever life throws at us. Without cultivating patient acceptance we remain vulnerable to anxiety and frustration, and it is difficult for us to maintain peaceful relationships with others. If on the other hand we understand what true patience is and its extraordinary power and value, we will be confident to practice patience in daily life. Join Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Kunden for Sundays in June [...]

The Strength of Patience Wednesdays in June Meditation Classes Online and Onsite 7-8:30pm Patience is an inner strength that enables us to accept and grow from whatever life throws at us. Without cultivating patient acceptance we remain vulnerable to anxiety and frustration, and it is difficult for us to maintain peaceful relationships with others. If on the other hand we understand what true patience is and its extraordinary power and value, we will be confident to practice patience in daily life. Join Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Kunden for Wednesdays in June for a [...]

Difficult Conversations Sundays in May Meditation Classes Online and Onsite 2:30 - 4pm When faced with having to have difficult or uncomfortable conversations we may try avoiding them, repressing our true feelings, lashing out in anger—or all of the above! Ultimately, none of these approaches will lead to resolution, harmony and happiness. Buddha emphasized the need for wise and beneficial actions in all circumstances, and in particular he taught special approaches to dealing with difficulties. These special approaches will help us to navigate even the most challenging situations calmly and wisely, allowing us to communicate with [...]

Difficult Conversations Wednesdays in May Meditation Classes Online and Onsite 7-8:30pm When faced with having to have difficult or uncomfortable conversations we may try avoiding them, repressing our true feelings, lashing out in anger—or all of the above! Ultimately, none of these approaches will lead to resolution, harmony and happiness. Buddha emphasized the need for wise and beneficial actions in all circumstances, and in particular he taught special approaches to dealing with difficulties. These special approaches will help us to navigate even the most challenging situations calmly and wisely, allowing us to communicate with clarity and [...]