Tuesdays 7:30 – 9 pm
Samudra Kadampa Buddhist Centre Niagara
219 King St (at Church St) L2R 3J8
Enter from Church St only
You may join a course at anytime.
To cover costs there is a fee of $15/class.
Teacher: Michelle MacIntosh
Please park on the neighboring streets.
TUESDAYS 7:30 – 9 PM
Unfortunately human minds are not in a state of continuous peace. Moreover, when we believe we are in a state of peace it is usually a neutral mind manifesting. An actual mind of peace possesses the following characteristics. It is calm, clear, and positive. For this and many other reasons we need to train our mind to become peaceful. If we do this we can remain calm and positive in any difficult situation. Learn what meditations and teachings that will transform the mind.
| The Nature of the Mind | Jan 6 |
| Understanding Suffering | Jan 13 |
| Letting Go of Blame | Jan 20 |
| Gratitude in Daily Life | Jan 27 |
| Deepening Our Compassion | Feb 3 |
| Living With a Peaceful Heart | Feb 10 |
It is a common mental habit to cling to people, outcomes, and expectations. We believe that if our wishes are all fulfilled concerning these and other issues we will attain a problem free life. However, clinging to results only agitates our mind and can set us up for major disappointment. Instead, explore how letting go of clinging and grasping brings real freedom and joy.
| What Keeps Us Stuck | Feb 17 |
| The Illusion of Control – Understanding Impermanence | Feb 24 |
| Abandoning Attachment to Praise, Gain, & Pleasure | Mar 3 |
| Letting Go Without Losing Joy | Mar 10 |
