Saturday October 5, 2024
One Day
10:00 am - 3:15 pm
R0 – R400
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Description
In this full-day meditation workshop we will explore some timeless advice from the Buddhist tradition on how we can develop and maintain a sense of well being, protect our self from becoming unhappy and practice self-care without being selfish.
We may find that sometimes when we care about others, we may prioritize their needs and wishes while completely neglecting the need to care for our self. If we do this we can easily end up exhausted or burned out.
Through practicing the instructions presented in this course we can learn to transform the act of caring for our self into part of our spiritual practice of cherishing others. In this way we can protect and look after our own happiness and well being, while at the same time being of benefit to others.
Things we will explore in this course are:
- What can we do to prevent stress and anxiety?
- How can we find a balanced and fulfilling life?
- How can we nurture compassion for others without it making us unhappy?
Meditation Workshop Schedule
Meditation Workshop Venue
Meditation Workshop Leader
Gen Kelsang Namkhyen
Gen Kelsang Namkyhen is the Resident Teacher of Tushita Kadampa Meditation Centre.
He ordained as a Buddhist monk in 1999 and taught extensively in the UK and The Netherlands before coming to South Africa in 2020.
FAQ
Why do you charge for classes?
As a nonprofit organisation, fees for classes and member contributions are our only source of income.
What if I don't have money and I want to attend?
Everyone can participate in the classes regardless of ability to pay. Nobody is ever turned away for lack of funds. Please speak to us.
Do I need to have experience in meditation or Buddhism to attend the classes?
No. All you need is the wish to improve yourself and the quality of your life.
Do I have to be a Buddhist to benefit from meditation?
No. Anyone can learn basic meditation and experience the great benefits. Buddhism is a non-evangelical religion. Buddhists respect all people, and are happy to help anyone regardless of whether they subscribe to another faith, or to none.
Do I need to bring anything?
You do not need to bring any mats or wear any special clothing. Comfortable chairs are used for seating. If you wish to take notes, please bring a pen and notepad.
I’ve been coming to drop-in classes for a while. Is there a class which goes into more depth?
For those who want to deepen their experience of Buddhism, we also have the Foundation Program. The Foundation Program (FP) immerses us in Buddhist teachings by studying systematically one of five texts on the FP curriculum.
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