HAPPINESS: AN INSIDE JOB
It is possible to be truly happy – to be happy all the time – regardless of our external conditions. The secret lies in understanding where happiness really comes from and how to develop it. In Buddha’s teachings we find the scientific methods for improving our human nature and qualities through developing the capacity of our mind.
At this workshop Gen Tsalden will explain these methods and how practising them leads to the daily peace and happiness we long for. Developing this happiness is not difficult, or a deep spiritual mystery – it’s just something we need to learn.
TIME: 10am to 1pm
COST: $45 (Early bird price. Book before 20 October – $50 after this date).
What To Expect
There are two sessions in each workshop. They consist of an introduction, simple breathing meditation and teaching and conclude with a contemplative meditation on the teaching from that session.
Buddhist meditation involves staying alert and keeping our back straight, so we sit on chairs for the duration of the course. There’s no need to bring anything, although you may wish to bring some water and a jacket. Refreshments are provided in the break session.
Attendees come from all walks of life and there’s no need to have any meditation experience as all meditations are guided. Everyone is welcome.
Gen Kelsang Tsalden is the Resident Teacher of Ganden Kadampa Buddhist Centre this October. She is a fully ordained Australian Buddhist nun who has practised Kadampa Buddhism for over 18 years, training in Sydney and the UK.
With 14 years experience as a Resident Teacher her clear, light-hearted, inspiring teachings and gentle manner make Buddhist wisdom accessible to all.
TIMETABLE
Session 1 - 10am – 11.15am
Break - 11.15am – 11.45am
Session 2 - 11.45am – 1pm
BOOK NOW
Centre members $0
Bookings are essential.
- If you are feeling unwell on the day or have been in contact with anyone who is unwell, please do not attend on the day – we will arrange a refund for you.
HELPING ON THE DAY
You are very welcome to arrive early and help our volunteers set up for the day. We also need help packing and cleaning up afterwards. If you’d like to stay and help, you are most welcome to.
We are located behind Spaghetti and Jazz in Lakeview Plaza. You can enter the shopping plaza via Commerce Drive or Ron Penhaligon Way.