4-Class Meditation Series: Understanding the Mind (Tue Evenings)

Understanding the Mind

(in-person or live-streamed)

7.30 – 8.45pm: Aug 19, 26, Sep 2 & 9

"Happiness and suffering are feelings – parts of our mind – and so their main causes are not to be found outside the mind. If we really want to be truly happy and free from suffering we must improve our understanding of the mind."

- Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche

We often say, "My mind, my mind," but if someone were to ask us, "What is your mind?" we would likely find it quite difficult to answer. Since happiness and suffering are states of mind, if we are to find the happiness we seek, an understanding of our mind is essential.

During this series of classes we will explore Buddhist insights into the nature, function and power of the mind, and gain practical meditative experience on the conventional nature of the mind. As we learn to navigate the intricacies of our mind, we'll gain the tools to foster lasting peace and happiness amidst life's turbulence.

Topics covered will include:

• What is the mind?
• How to meditate on the mind itself, and the insights this brings
• How the way things appear to us depends upon our mind
• How changing our own mental attitude changes whether a situation is good or bad
• How to cultivate new, positive ways of looking at our world

You are welcome to join this series any week regardless of experience. Everybody is welcome!

BOOK THE WHOLE 4-CLASS SERIES AT THE SPECIAL RATE OF $57 (20% off) or per class at the standard rate of $18 per person.

Note that seating is limited to 29 places and our classes sometimes do sell-out, so please book early if you wish to attend.

This course is also available in-person on Wednesday mornings:

[CLICK HERE TO BOOK WEDNESDAY MORNINGS]

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What to expect at a class:

Each class lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 min

• 10 min : Welcome & introduction
• 20 min : Introductory relaxation meditation
• 30 min : Main teaching & instruction
• 15 min : Deeper, guided meditation on the teaching topic

There is also an opportunity for Q&A with the Teacher after class

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About the Teacher:

Gen Kelsang Rabka is an Australian Buddhist monk who was appointed as the Resident Teacher of KMC Singapore in mid-2020. He has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism with Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche and his senior disciples for over 15 years, and has taught in Asia, Australia and the UK.

The clarity and warmth in his teachings have helped many students experience the practical benefits of modern Kadampa Buddhism in their daily lives.