Fitness for the Mind: Learning how to overcome painful states of mind

Each week we will focus on how to deal with a particular delusion, among them – desirous attachment, anger/resentment, jealousy ...

By Akshobya Kadampa Buddhist Centre

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Sunday, May 11 · 11am - 12:30pm MDT

Location

Akshobya Kadampa Buddhist Centre

2120 Kensington Rd NW Calgary, AB Canada

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

May 4 – Jun 29
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Cost:
$15 per class
8 class series for $85
4 class series in May $48
4 class series in Jun $48
(free for supporting members)

Each week we will focus on how to deal with a particular delusion, among them – desirous attachment, anger/resentment, jealousy, miserliness, distraction, lonliness … Learning practical methods to reduce the power of these delusions will allow us to experience a deep and satisfying emotional freedom, and give us skill to be the person we wish to be – positive, joyful, confident and loving. We will learn how to identify each delusion, and learn the opponent to each.

Everyone is welcome to one class or the entire series. You don’t have to be a Buddhist or have any experience. Each week includes Guided meditation, a talk, discussion & questions.

May 4: The basis for transformation

May 11: Transforming anger

May 18: Transforming anger

May 25: Transforming desirous attachment

Jun 1: Transforming desirous attachment

Jun 8: Transforming insecurity

Jun 15: NO CLASS, Away Retreat

Jun 22: Overcoming Ignorance

Jun 29: Fearless heart

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Akshobya Kadampa Buddhist Centre

Akshobya Kadampa Buddhist Centre is a flourishing Buddhist community located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The Centre provides a peaceful and inspiring environment in which people can learn about Buddhism and meditation. The meditation and Buddhist practices taught are suitable for everyone, from those who seek simple relaxation to those who wish to find lasting inner peace and contentment through following the Buddhist path. Whatever you’re looking for, Akshobya Kadampa Buddhist Centre has something to offer.

At the Centre there are regular classes in Buddhism, meditation and positive thinking, meditation retreats and special day and weekend courses.

Akshobya Kadampa Buddhist Centre, located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is a member of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union. We are one of over a thousand centres worldwide founded by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Since 2001 the centre has provided a peaceful, inspiring environment where people can learn about Buddhism and meditation in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

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