Albany
Tuesdays 7 - 8.30pm (during term times)
Lotteries House, 211 - 217 North Rd
This class is taught by Margaret Sefton.
These classes present Buddha's teachings in a practical and accessible way and are suitable for beginners and more experienced meditators. Classes are run as terms with a common theme, however each class is a stand-alone class so you don't need to start at the beginning of the term or even attend all the classes in a term, just drop in as you are able to. There's no need to book. The cost is $12 per class. Everyone is welcome.
Each class consists of a guided breathing meditation, a talk by the Teacher on an aspect of Buddhist practice or philosophy and a guided contemplative meditation. There is also an opportunity to ask questions at the end, either in class, or stay and have a cup of tea.
Term 1: 2, 9, 16, 23 Feb: 2, 9, 16, 23 Mar
Eight Steps to Happiness: The path to happiness is very simple, we just have to reduce our self concern and learn to love others.
Term 2: 13, 20, 27 Apr: 4, 11 May
Advice for a Happy Life: To lead a happy life we need to reduce our negative states of mind as much as possible and benefit others as much as we can.
Term 3: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Jun: 6 Jul
Getting Perspective: Understanding Buddha's teachings on death, reincarnation and karma puts the problems of this life into perspective.
Special Event in Albany
Gen Kelsang Nampur will visit Albany to teach a half-day course called the Clarity of Mind on Saturday the 13th March from 9am to 12.30pm at Lotteries House, 211 - 217 North Rd.
The true nature of our mind is perfectly clear and peaceful, it is just obscured by clouds of negative thoughts. If we could experience the clarity of our mind we would be happy and peaceful all the time. On this course, Gen Nampur will teach the special methods of the Mahamudra through which we can learn to experience the clarity of our mind directly.
The cost for this course is $30. If you would like to attend this course please book.
Whilst in Albany Gen Nampur will also give two talks.
Friday the 12th March: 7 - 8.30pm
Love, Attachment & Desire: Tea House books, Unit 1, 21 South Coast Hwy, Denmark
Saturday the 13th March: 7 - 8.30pm
What is Happiness and how do I get it? Mt Barker Community School Recreation Centre, Albany Hwy, Mt Barker
The suggested donation for these talks is $10 to cover travelling and venue costs. There is no need to book.