This half-day urban retreat gives the opportunity to immerse ourselves in short teachings combined with long guided meditations. We will have the time and space to literally “let go”.
We all have things we do not want to keep in our minds – regrets, disappointments, shame, anger or simply painful memories. It’s easy to understand why we should let go of these things but harder to do. So this practical event will enable us to foster the helpful, positive states of mind which can allow us to finally let go of what ails us.
But, there are also many things, people and places we hold on to, hold near and dear, either not wanting to be parted from them or craving the chance to enjoy them. There is nothing wrong with desiring nice things, to be with nice people or in nice places, but when we understand that the very things we desire and think cause us happiness are often the cause of our unhappiness, we can also let those desires go too. Gently moving away from our old ways of thinking to bring about a new wiser understanding of these things, frees us to enjoy them without the tight, grasping mind which so often eventually causes us pain.
Schedule
09.30 – 10.00 Registration
10.00 – 10.45 Short Teaching and guided meditation
10.45 – 11. 30 Break
11.30 – 12.15 Short Teaching and guided meditation
12.15 – 12.45 Break
12:45 – 13:30 Short Teaching and Meditation
Our micro café will be open during the break serving hot and cold drinks and light refreshments. *All food brought into the venue must be vegetarian.
Fees
Non-members: £12
Silver members: £6
Gold members: This event is free
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Urban Half Day Retreat Format
Enjoy the benefits of more time than in our evening classes, the opportunity to meet and talk with fellow attendees and the chance to take some time out in the peaceful atmosphere of Ganden Ling KMC.
Each of the three sessions will include:
Between sessions there is a break for light refreshments and the chance to socialise and discuss the session and teachings with others.
After the third session, there is also the opportunity to ask the Teacher questions and discuss our learning and experiences.
Ganden Ling Kadampa Meditation Centre is a member of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union (NKT-IKBU)
We are a Registered Charity in the UK: Charity Number (England) 108517
Our Address: Ganden Ling KMC, 9 St Marys Street, Truro TR1 2AF