879 Somerset Street West, Ottawa

Feeling joyful and connected to others is essential for our sense of wellbeing, inner peace, and happiness. However, even in a place like Nepean, surrounded by people, a sense of connection can be elusive, leaving us feeling isolated even in an age of ‘connectivity’.

Connection is something we experience in the mind, and therefore it is a feeling that needs to be cultivated by the mind. In this meditation series, we will explore simple but powerful meditations that gently open the heart and create a genuine feeling of connection with others. We discover a natural warmth and openness from within, allowing us to enjoy life more fully and find greater meaning and purpose.

Each session includes two guided meditations and a practical talk on a weekly topic, followed by time for Q&A.

Class Schedule & Topics

Sept 9: Connecting with Yourself
Building inner peace and self-acceptance as the foundation for all connections.
(In Meeting Room 1A)

Sept 23: Connecting with Others
Opening your heart to friendship, community, and reducing loneliness.
(In Meeting Room 1C)

Oct 7: Connecting with Family
Healing relationships and finding joy in those closest to you.
(In Meeting Room 1A)

Oct 21: Connecting with Love
Cultivating unconditional love, compassion, and meaningful bonds.
(In Meeting Room 1B, in Centrepointe Library)

Nov 4: Connecting with the Sacred
Discovering purity, beauty, and the divine within everyday life.
(In Meeting Room 1B, in Centrepointe Library)

Nov 18: Feeling Deeply Connected
Living with a sense of interconnectedness, purpose, and lasting inner connection.
(In Meeting Room 1A)