Drop-in Classes in Smiths Falls with Steve Grover
Thursday Evenings
The Meditation Toolkit
Meditate with Mindfulness,
Focus and Clarity
Thursday evenings, 7:30-8:45pm
Sept. 18 & 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16 & 23
with Steve Grover
at Trinity United Church
41 Market Street, Smiths Falls, Ontario
(Corner of Market & Russell St)
Cost: $15 per class, or $80 for the 6-class series.
Meditation calms the mind, brings focus, and helps us develop inner strength and a sense of joy. To experience these benefits, we need to meditate effectively. In this six-week series, we’ll explore the essential building blocks of successful meditation - how to stay motivated, how to choose and focus on an object of meditation, how to improve mindfulness and concentration - and ultimately, how to experience the fruits of ancient Buddhist wisdom.
Each of these classes include two guided meditations and a practical talk. After class there is time for Q&A.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Weekly on Thursdays, from 7:30 to 8:45pm
Sept 18 ~ The Joy of Meditation
Sept 25 ~ Finding Your Point of Focus
Oct 2 ~ The Key is Mindfulness
Oct 9 ~ Freedom from Distractions
Oct 16 ~ Wisdom > Intelligence
Oct 23 ~ The Power of Visualization
Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any time, even part way through the series. No previous experience with meditation is necessary. You don’t need to bring anything with you since we sit in chairs, however you're welcome to bring a cushion to sit on if you prefer.
Everybody is welcome!
Think Better, Feel Better
with Steve Grover
Thursday evenings, 7:30-8:45pm
Nov 6, 13, 20 & 27; Dec 4
at Trinity United Church
41 Market Street, Smiths Falls, Ontario
(Corner of Market & Russell St)
Cost: $15 per class, or $65 for the 5-class series.
A powerful truth to understand is that our thoughts shape our world. They influence how we feel, how we experience ourselves and others, and ultimately how we navigate life. By learning to think in healthier ways, we can naturally begin to feel better—gaining the inner strength to handle daily challenges and the ability to support those around us with greater understanding and compassion
These classes each include two guided meditations and a practical talk. These are drop-in classes, so you can attend any or all of them.
Everyone is welcome!
Nov 6: Introduction to the Mind
Nov 13: Changing our Relationship with our Thoughts and Feelings
Nov 20: Understanding Negative Thoughts
Nov 27: Overcoming Negative Thinking
Dec 4: Maintaining Peaceful Feelings in Difficult Situations
Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any time, even part way through the series. No previous experience with meditation is necessary. You don’t need to bring anything with you since we sit in chairs, however you're welcome to bring a cushion to sit on if you prefer.
Everybody is welcome!
Registration
Cost: $15 per class, or $65 for the 5-class series.
Register online in advance, or at the door with debit, credit or cash.
Please note we are unable to accept $100 bills.
Smiths Falls Branch
The teacher for the Smiths Falls classes is Steve Grover, who has been practising and teaching Buddhist meditation for many years. His classes are practical, uplifting & inspiring, and are often marked by his great sense of humour.
As conscientious Dharma practitioners, we should observe our own shortcomings instead of being preoccupied with those of other people.