The Freedom of Letting Go
with Gen Kelsang Thekchen
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:45pm,
from May 20 to June 24
at the Orléans Public Library,
1705 Orléans Boulevard
Cost: $15 per class, or $75 for the 6-class series.
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We are continuing the theme of “The Art of Letting Go” for the next six week series. This series will explore six essential practices that lead to awakening our full potential. Each practice not only involves engaging in powerful positive actions, it also includes letting go of what holds us back. This series will offer practical meditations to help us train our mind both in meditation and in daily life.
These classes include two guided meditations and a talk on letting go of what’s holding us back from our spiritual and personal growth. After each class there is time for Q&A, and refreshments are served.
The classes are self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any time. No previous experience is required. You can book online or register in person on the day of the class.
Everyone is welcome!
Schedule
May 20 - Letting go of stuff - the practice of generosity (with Toolika Rastogi)
May 27 - Letting go bad habits - the practice of guarding the mind (with Toolika Rastogi)
June 3 - Letting go of anger - the practice of patience
June 10 - Letting go of apathy - the practice of effort
June 17 - Letting go of distractions - the practice of concentration
June 24 - Letting go of confusion - the practice of wisdom
These classes are taught by our Resident Teacher Gen Kelsang Thekchen, who is a Kadampa Buddhist monk & senior Teacher in the New Kadampa Tradition. He has been a Teacher under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than 30 years. Gen Thekchen has taught widely in Canada and in the UK, and is now the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Ottawa. He is well known for his ability to present Buddha's teachings in a practical, profound and often humorous way, making them very accessible and easy to practise in everyday life.
To hear a sample of a teaching with Gen Thekchen, click below.
REGISTRATION
Pre-register online or at the door. We accept debit, credit or cash. We are unable to accept $100 bills.
Cost: Single classes - $15
or $75 for the new 6-class series "The Freedom of Letting Go"
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As conscientious Dharma practitioners, we should observe our own shortcomings instead of being preoccupied with those of other people.