Weekly Meditation Class
Live Online β’ Wednesday Evenings β’ Centre Cardholders only
Suitable for everyone, our weekly online meditation classes are the perfect opportunity to take a break from busy daily life, increase your inner peace, happiness and well-being, and experience the benefits of meditation for yourself.
Each class consists of two guided meditations and a Buddhist mindfulness teaching to help us solve our daily problems and find happiness. This class is suitable for complete beginners as well as those who wish to improve their understanding of meditation and Buddhist wisdom. The classes are self-contained so you can tune in any week. The course topics and dates are outlined below.
Class Information
When
Wednesdays
7 - 8.15pm
Where
Online
Price
Free for Centre Cardholders.
Only available to Centre Cardholders.
Topics & Dates
Who was Buddha? What is Dharma? What is Buddhism all about?
Explore the foundations of Buddhism in this weekly meditation class series. Perfect for beginners and anyone wishing to deepen their understanding, these practical teachings introduce the essential principles and practices of Buddhism and how they can be applied to everyday life.
Each class offers practical wisdom and simple meditation techniques to help us solve everyday problems, develop inner resilience, and cultivate lasting peace of mind. Through guided meditation and clear explanations, discover how Buddhist teachings can help you meet life with greater calm, wisdom, and an open heart.
Sep 16, 23, 30; Oct 7, 14
Buddha explained that all painful emotions are states of mind. Following Buddhist wisdom, we can understand where our painful feelings come from and how to gradually free ourselves from them.
In this class series we will explore how it is possible to stay calm and respond constructively even when painful feelings arise. Instead of feeling overwhelmed and trying to escape from our feelings, weβll learn how to be at peace with painful feelings and uncover their deeper causes. By training in these meditations, we can learn the tools for changing our mind – from negative and painful to positive and peaceful.
Oct 21, 28; Nov 4
It seems fair to say that weβre in a distraction crisis these days. Or perhaps youβve been too distracted to notice. The world seems to be moving ever and ever faster, throwing more and more things into our path. And our natural instinct is to move just as fast in order to keep up. And good luck with that.
Buddha is a b-i-g fan of the Slow Down Movement.
When we slow down in meditation, for example, we give ourself the chance to absorb. When we slow down in daily life, we give ourself the chance to respond to people, events, thoughts, etc. with wisdom and empathy. We regain crucial control over our own mind and our own actions.
When life feels like itβs getting out of control, it can help to slow down and find a more peaceful pace. Join us to explore Buddhaβs practical advice for shifting into a lower gear β in life and in meditation.
Nov 11, 18, 25; Dec 2, 9
The Teacher
Gen Kelsang Lachpa is a Buddhist monk and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Auckland. He has been ordained for over twelve years. He is an experienced and warm-hearted teacher, inspiring others to find lasting peace and happiness through the practice of meditation and Buddhism. Gen Lachpa is known for his thoughtful insights into Buddha’s teachings and his joyful practical approach to teaching.