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SUMMARY:Meditation in Action | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Meditation in Action\nAre you looking to cultivate a calm and clear mind amidst the pressures of your daily life? \nThis course is intended for those who want to realise the benefits of meditation\, wisdom and compassion\, here and now in their daily life\, to find more joy and spontaneity in every moment. \nMeditation in Action will present these themes: \n\nWeek 1: Opening our hearts\nWeek 2: Spaciousness\, mindfulness and awareness\nWeek 3: Thriving with change\nWeek 4: How to make everything spiritual\nWeek 5: Living in tune with reality\nWeek 6: Taking charge of your life\n\nMeditation in Action is a 6-week course: \n\nwith one session per week every Saturday morning from 11:00 am to 12:30pm\nfrom 26 October to 7 December\,\nin person at Rigpa Melbourne.\n\n(We’ll be taking a break on November 23) \nLearn and practice the ancient art of meditation\, working with your heart and mind\, to cultivate your awareness and spaciousness. \nAbout Bodhi \nAt Bodhi\, we explore together\, how each moment can be an opportunity to develop that peace and clarity\, for our own wellbeing and that of others. \nBodhi offers a comprehensive meditation\, compassion and wisdom program combining the essence of 2500 years of Buddhist mind training with the insights of modern science. Our aim is to contribute to greater mental clarity and compassionate and connected co-existence in the world. \nThis Bodhi project was created by experienced meditation practitioners and teachers as members of the Rigpa world-wide community. \nEach Bodhi event offers: \n\nInspiring short stories from the Buddha’s life\nGuided contemplations\nCreative group discussions\nTime for reflection and contemplation\nDifferent meditation methods\nAnswers to your personal questions\nPractical tips for integrating your meditation practice into daily life\n\n \nAbout Nigel Stone \nNigel has been engaged in Buddhist study and practice since 2004\, including completing Rigpa’s 8-year intensive program. He’s been a Rigpa instructor and spiritual carer since 2009. \nHe came to his spiritual path following episodes of depression. He has applied conventional therapy\, alongside Buddhist approaches of working with the mind\, to lead a healthy and contented life. \nHis Buddhist training and practice has underpinned his professional clinical spiritual care work in hospitals and the community for the past twenty years. Nigel has managed and facilitated the Rigpa Spiritual Care Education Programme. \nNigel lives with his wife\, Barb\, in a suburban sanctuary that houses their art studio and meditation space. \n \n  \nAbout Beth Buchannan \nBeth began studying and practising Buddhism in her twenties and is so grateful for the sanity and self-compassion it has brought to her personal and professional life. The Buddhist teachings have also given Beth confidence in being courageous and gentle when connecting with others in her practice as a social worker\, and has provided a profound framework of meaning to reference and take refuge in. Beth lives in Melbourne with her three sons and two cats and has worked as a social worker in mental health and family violence.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/meditation-in-action-melbourne/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241102T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
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SUMMARY:How to Awaken Love and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:💖 When we believe that we don’t have enough love in us\, there is a method for discovering and invoking it. Loving kindness is the first step we take away from selfishness and towards altruism\, limitless compassion and our ultimate enlightenment. Through this practice\, we learn to love ourselves\, and create the basis for loving others. Filling our hearts with love is a way of being tremendously happy. It softens our heart and brings gentleness. \n⏰ 3:00pm – 5:00pm (5am CEST\, 9pm PDT) \n🗓️2 Nov \n📍in person at Rigpa Sydney & Online 
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/how-to-awaken-love-and-compassion/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Established Students,For Everyone,Online,Sydney - Established,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241103T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241103T094500
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240317T110703Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Drop-in Loving Kindness practice/Brisbane
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome. The practice of Loving Kindness is a guided contemplation based on the teaching of the Buddha. It is a method for awakening Love and Compassion within ourselves to enable us to be genuinely loving and compassionate to others. \nAll are welcome and basic guidance is given. \nPre-booking is not required. \nEnquiries: brisbane@rigpa.org.au
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/sunday-drop-in-loving-kindness-practice/2024-11-03/
LOCATION:Rigpa Brisbane\, Unit 2/19 Enoggera Terrace\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Everyone,For Everyone
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Brisbane":MAILTO:brisbane@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241103T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241103T130000
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SUMMARY:How Sad is Your Love
DESCRIPTION:How does it change us to reflect on suffering and impermanence\, and on the ways we create our own pain? The point is that it shows us that we can turn our life around by finding a new direction that is spiritual rather than mundane. And when we set out on the path in that new direction\, we carry within us a vivid understanding of how entrenched suffering is\, and a warm love for all those who are floundering.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/how-sad-is-your-love/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle - All welcome,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241103T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241103T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T014940Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Meditation\, every week
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday\, all are welcome to join this 1-hour drop-in meditation session. Sit quietly with others and rest your mind before the week starts again. \nSimple instructions provided. \nSuggest donation $10 or $5 if concession. \nEnquiries: melbourne@rigpa.org.au
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/sunday-meditation-2/2024-11-03/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241104T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T005251Z
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SUMMARY:Module 8 | Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Module 8: Awakening Compassion\nJoin us as we take you an experiential journey through The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. Discover a deep and universal wisdom explored in the major themes of the book\, and learn about their practical implications for living well. Suitable for people of any religion or of none\, this course encourages you to reflect on the Buddhist teachings\, to see what makes sense to you and to experiment with applying these teachings in your daily life. \nThe Tibetan Book of Living and Dying is widely regarded as one of the most complete and authoritative presentations of Tibetan Buddhism. A manual for life and death and a source of sacred inspiration from the heart of the Tibetan tradition\, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation\, to the nature of mind\, to karma and rebirth\, and to the trials and rewards of the spiritual path. The teachings\, meditation and contemplations from this authentic tradition reveal how each of us can live a more meaningful\, connected and fulfilling life. \nYou will learn\n\nHow to meditate\nHow an acceptance of impermanence can help us understand death and change our attitude towards life\nHow meditation can transform our perception\, increase our confidence and fully connect us to the world around us\nThat mind is much more than just thoughts and emotions\nHow understanding the interdependency of all things and the principle of karma (that every action has an effect) gives us a logical basis for ethics and personal responsibility\n\nLed by Western meditation instructors with many years of experience\, each session consists of:\n\nVideo teachings from Tibetan and Western Buddhist masters including Sogyal Rinpoche\, Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche\, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche\, Mingyur Rinpoche\, Pema Chödrön and Sharon Salzberg.\nMeditation practice\nTime for contemplation\nGroup discussions and Q&A\, offering you the opportunity to explore the teachings and practices in an open supportive environment.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-melbourne-7/2024-11-04/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241105T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
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SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind
DESCRIPTION:The Great Deception – Understanding death and impermanence\nThis module takes us on a journey from an investigation of death and impermanence\, through deep reflection on change and interdependence\, to an appreciation of the immeasurable\, indefinable potential of the true nature of our mind that is revealed beyond a mind that grasps at simple appearance.\n\n“So\, learn to die. And thou shall learn how to live. They shall non learn how to live\,\nthat had not learned to die”.\n  \n5-week course\nTuesdays Beginning 5 November to 3 December\n6.30pm to 8.30pm
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-3/
LOCATION:Rigpa Adelaide\, 310 South Terrace\, Adelaide\, South Australia\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Adelaide Everyone,For Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Adelaide":MAILTO:adelaide@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241105T111500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241105T131500
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240918T070938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T071916Z
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SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in your Heart and Mind / Term 4 / Newcastle
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we take you an experiential journey through The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. Discover a deep and universal wisdom explored in the major themes of the book\, and learn about their practical implications for living well. Suitable for people of any religion or of none\, this course encourages you to reflect on the Buddhist teachings\, to see what makes sense to you and to experiment with applying these teachings in your daily life. \nThe Tibetan Book of Living and Dying is widely regarded as one of the most complete and authoritative presentations of Tibetan Buddhism. A manual for life and death and a source of sacred inspiration from the heart of the Tibetan tradition\, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation\, to the nature of mind\, to karma and rebirth\, and to the trials and rewards of the spiritual path. The teachings\, meditation and contemplations from this authentic tradition reveal how each of us can live a more meaningful\, connected and fulfilling life. \nIn term four \nTopic:  The Spiritual Path\nWe will be exploring and deepening our understanding of the Spiritual Path and covering topics such as:\n\nThe end of suffering\,\nthe path of meditation\,\nthe view\,\nthe essence of the path\nwisdom in action.\n\nLed by Western meditation instructors with many years of experience\, each session consists of: \n\nVideo teachings from Tibetan and Western Buddhist masters including Sogyal Rinpoche\, Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche\, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche\, Mingyur Rinpoche\, Pema Chödrön and Sharon Salzberg.\nMeditation practice\nTime for contemplation\nGroup discussions and Q&A\, offering you the opportunity to explore the teachings and practices in an open supportive environment.\n\nDetails for Term 4\nThis is the fourth term of a year long course that can be joined at any time.\nIf you wish to join after the commencement of each term and the registration is closed\, then please email us at newcastle@rigpa.org.au. It is possible to join and pay a pro rata amount. \nWhere: In person at Infuse Health\, 4/10 William Street\, Adamstown 2289. \nWhen: Tuesday mornings for five sessions\, 15 October to 12 November. \nTime: 11:15am to 1:15pm Australian Eastern Time \nCost: Full $100\, Concession (concession card holders and Infuse Health members) $50 \nFREE for Rigpa members/subscribers. Please email newcastle@rigpa.org.au to request the discount code. \nIf you are experiencing financial hardship please email us at newcastle@rigpa.org.au to request a further concession.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-term-4-newcastle/2024-11-05/
LOCATION:Rigpa Newcastle at Infuse Health\, 4/10 William Street\, Adamstown\, Newcastle\, New South Wales\, 2289\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle,Newcastle - All welcome
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Newcastle":MAILTO:newcastle@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241105T184500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241105T193000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Evening\, Drop in Meditation\, Rigpa Newcastle.
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Evening Drop-in Meditation\n6:45pm to 7:30pm.\nHeld at and Supported by Infuse Health.\n4/10 William Street\, Adamstown. NSW. 2289.\n  \nThe first and basic practice of meditation is to allow the mind to settle into a state of ‘calm abiding’\, where it will find peace and stability. Training in mindfulness and calm abiding (shamatha) meditation pacifies our scattered minds\, defuses our powerful emotions and overcomes distraction. \nThese sessions are perfect for busy people without any meditation experience\, right through to seasoned meditators. Step by step guidance will help you build confidence in your own meditation practice and inspire you to establish a daily practice. \nDetails\n\n\nled by experienced meditators/ Rigpa instructors\nno booking required\nmultiple short sessions of meditation\nsome gentle guidance\nplease join the session no later than about 5 minutes before the session starts\ncushions and seats provided\nFree for Infuse Health members and Rigpa students\nOptional donation for others\n\n\n 
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/tuesday-evening-drop-in-meditation-rigpa-newcastle-2-2/2024-11-05/
LOCATION:Rigpa Newcastle at Infuse Health\, 4/10 William Street\, Adamstown\, Newcastle\, New South Wales\, 2289\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle,Newcastle - All welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241105T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
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SUMMARY:Bring a Big Heart to Everything that You Do
DESCRIPTION:Much as we may wish to be kind\, caring and loving\, often this may be difficult for us in practice. As we move from wishing to be more compassionate to grappling with how we put this into action\, the Buddhist teachings include six tools in a how-to guide: \n1. Generosity: cultivating the attitude of generosity. \n2. Discipline: refraining from harm. \n3. Patience: not being perturbed by anything. \n4. Diligence: finding joy in what is virtuous\, positive or wholesome. \n5. Meditative concentration: not being distracted. \n6. Wisdom: the perfect discrimination of all knowable things. \nThese are known as the Six Paramitas\, or transcendent perfections and contain all the vital skills needed for us to transform our mind \nand open our heart. \nThis ten-week course addresses each of the Six Paramitas in turn\, offering a wealth of practical advice to help us put our best biggest heart into \naction everyday. \nHeld over ten Tuesday evenings from 7 – 9pm\, from 15 October to 17 December\, 2024.\nMelbourne: 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\nSydney: 158 Australia St\, Newtown\nOnline via Zoom \nNote – this course is also known as Module 4 of the Wisdom of Compassion full year course. New students are welcome to join this module \nLed by western meditation instructors with many years of experience\, each session consists of: \n\nVideo teachings from Tibetan and Western Buddhist masters including Sogyal Rinpoche\, Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche\, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche\, Mingyur Rinpoche\, Pema Chödrön and Sharon Salzberg;\nMeditation practice;\nTime for contemplation;\nGroup discussions and Q&A\, offering each student the opportunity to explore the teachings and practices in an open supportive environment and to connect with a community of practitioners.\n\nFREE for Rigpa members/subscribers using a discount code. Email sydney@rigpa.org.au for the code.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/bring-a-big-heart-to-everything-that-you-do/2024-11-05/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone,Online,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241106T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240805T014131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T013346Z
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SUMMARY:Inspring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind | The Spiritual Path
DESCRIPTION:The first declaration that the Buddha made at the time of his enlightenment was: “Profound peace\, free of complexity\, natural simplicity\, uncompounded luminosity.” This module of Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind examines what enlightenment is and explores the practical training of the Tibetan Buddhist Dzogchen Path in terms of View\, Meditation and Action. To see directly the absolute state\, the Ground of our being\, is the View; the way of stabilizing that View and making it an unbroken experience is Meditation; and integrating the View into our entire reality\, and life\, is what is meant by Action.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-the-spiritual-path/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Online,Sydney - Established,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241106T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240805T014650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T020145Z
UID:10003370-1730917800-1730925000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind | Open Heart
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to the Tibetan Buddhist compassion practices with a particular focus on loving kindness practice. Meditating on loving kindness can help us restore our love and confidence\, and heal unresolved emotional wounds. It also puts us back in touch with the fundamental goodness of our core being\, and once that has happened\, we are able to love ourselves and others.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-open-heart/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Online,Sydney - Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241106T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241106T204500
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240830T050816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T054210Z
UID:10003453-1730919600-1730925900@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:The Power of Mind: Kindness\, Clarity & Insight
DESCRIPTION:This brand new weekly course presents the Mahayana Seven Points of Mind Training. These points lay out a path of formal meditation practice\, along with guidelines for extending that practice into everyday life. \nThese teachings are precious and unique in presenting the entire depth and breadth of the Buddha’s Mahayana teachings succinctly and practically. Mahayana mind training offers an approach to life that is straightforward\, grounded in sanity\, kindness\, and compassion. Yet it also offers a vision that completely transcends our ordinary way of viewing ourselves and others\, with an all-encompassing vision of enlightenment. \nAt the heart of this vision of enlightenment is the view that our innate\, fundamental identity is vast\, luminous and utterly awake. The Mahayana teachings refer to this as our enlightened heart\, or bodhicitta. Enlightenment is nothing other than who we really are. But for most of us\, our true nature is like a hidden treasure\, concealed behind layers of mental activity and preoccupation. \nMahayana mind training helps us give expression to our enlightened heart in everything we think\, say and do. The training particularly focuses on our relationships\, which are like a mirror that shows us exactly where we are at. Our relationships also provide us with a way to dissolve the limitations that prevent the vastness of our true nature from fully manifesting. \nFounded on a practice lineage that has been actively practised for hundreds of years\, these teachings are completely relevant to the challenges posed by our modern\, globalised life. This course will include topics like: \n\nfinding meaning in our lives\, and connectedness with our world\novercoming loneliness and isolation\nhow to thrive in the face of difficulties\nhow to contribute to creating a more sustainable\, kind\, and compassionate world\n\nThe course will consist of seven classes on Wednesday evenings\, plus two extended practice based classes where we gather for more in-depth mind training meditation practice. \n🗓️ 7 weekly classes: 25 September – 13 November 2024 (course break on Wednesday 9 October)\n⏰ 7:00-8:45pm AEST (Start time 11:00am CEST\, 5:00am US East Coast)\n* as this will be taught from Brisbane\, times in other locations will change once summer time begins in some states in the second week of October. Please use this time zone calculator for full details \nPractice days on Saturday 19 October and Sunday 10 November\, 9:30am to 3:30pm AEST (Start time 10:30 AEDT\, 1:30am CEST\, 7:30pm US East Coast) \n📍Online via Zoom and in person at Rigpa Brisbane\, 2/19 Enoggera Tce\, Red Hill. \n💰full $200\, concession $100\, free for Rigpa paying subscribers (registration is still required\, just close the payment page that comes up after registration.)
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/the-power-of-mind-kindness-clarity-insight/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:Rigpa Brisbane\, Unit 2/19 Enoggera Terrace\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Everyone,For Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Brisbane":MAILTO:brisbane@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241107T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T030300Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Drop-in meditation
DESCRIPTION:These drop-in meditation sessions are a good opportunity to practice meditation in a supportive environment. \nAll are welcome and basic guidance is given. \nPre-booking is not required. \nEnquiries: brisbane@rigpa.org.au
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/thursday-drop-in-meditation/2024-11-07/
LOCATION:Rigpa Brisbane\, Unit 2/19 Enoggera Terrace\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Everyone,For Everyone
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Brisbane":MAILTO:brisbane@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241109T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241109T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240922T015321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T011850Z
UID:10003571-1731150000-1731155400@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Meditation in Action | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Meditation in Action\nAre you looking to cultivate a calm and clear mind amidst the pressures of your daily life? \nThis course is intended for those who want to realise the benefits of meditation\, wisdom and compassion\, here and now in their daily life\, to find more joy and spontaneity in every moment. \nMeditation in Action will present these themes: \n\nWeek 1: Opening our hearts\nWeek 2: Spaciousness\, mindfulness and awareness\nWeek 3: Thriving with change\nWeek 4: How to make everything spiritual\nWeek 5: Living in tune with reality\nWeek 6: Taking charge of your life\n\nMeditation in Action is a 6-week course: \n\nwith one session per week every Saturday morning from 11:00 am to 12:30pm\nfrom 26 October to 7 December\,\nin person at Rigpa Melbourne.\n\n(We’ll be taking a break on November 23) \nLearn and practice the ancient art of meditation\, working with your heart and mind\, to cultivate your awareness and spaciousness. \nAbout Bodhi \nAt Bodhi\, we explore together\, how each moment can be an opportunity to develop that peace and clarity\, for our own wellbeing and that of others. \nBodhi offers a comprehensive meditation\, compassion and wisdom program combining the essence of 2500 years of Buddhist mind training with the insights of modern science. Our aim is to contribute to greater mental clarity and compassionate and connected co-existence in the world. \nThis Bodhi project was created by experienced meditation practitioners and teachers as members of the Rigpa world-wide community. \nEach Bodhi event offers: \n\nInspiring short stories from the Buddha’s life\nGuided contemplations\nCreative group discussions\nTime for reflection and contemplation\nDifferent meditation methods\nAnswers to your personal questions\nPractical tips for integrating your meditation practice into daily life\n\n \nAbout Nigel Stone \nNigel has been engaged in Buddhist study and practice since 2004\, including completing Rigpa’s 8-year intensive program. He’s been a Rigpa instructor and spiritual carer since 2009. \nHe came to his spiritual path following episodes of depression. He has applied conventional therapy\, alongside Buddhist approaches of working with the mind\, to lead a healthy and contented life. \nHis Buddhist training and practice has underpinned his professional clinical spiritual care work in hospitals and the community for the past twenty years. Nigel has managed and facilitated the Rigpa Spiritual Care Education Programme. \nNigel lives with his wife\, Barb\, in a suburban sanctuary that houses their art studio and meditation space. \n \n  \nAbout Beth Buchannan \nBeth began studying and practising Buddhism in her twenties and is so grateful for the sanity and self-compassion it has brought to her personal and professional life. The Buddhist teachings have also given Beth confidence in being courageous and gentle when connecting with others in her practice as a social worker\, and has provided a profound framework of meaning to reference and take refuge in. Beth lives in Melbourne with her three sons and two cats and has worked as a social worker in mental health and family violence.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/meditation-in-action-melbourne/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241110T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241110T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240830T050816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T054210Z
UID:10003508-1731231000-1731252600@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:The Power of Mind: Kindness\, Clarity & Insight
DESCRIPTION:This brand new weekly course presents the Mahayana Seven Points of Mind Training. These points lay out a path of formal meditation practice\, along with guidelines for extending that practice into everyday life. \nThese teachings are precious and unique in presenting the entire depth and breadth of the Buddha’s Mahayana teachings succinctly and practically. Mahayana mind training offers an approach to life that is straightforward\, grounded in sanity\, kindness\, and compassion. Yet it also offers a vision that completely transcends our ordinary way of viewing ourselves and others\, with an all-encompassing vision of enlightenment. \nAt the heart of this vision of enlightenment is the view that our innate\, fundamental identity is vast\, luminous and utterly awake. The Mahayana teachings refer to this as our enlightened heart\, or bodhicitta. Enlightenment is nothing other than who we really are. But for most of us\, our true nature is like a hidden treasure\, concealed behind layers of mental activity and preoccupation. \nMahayana mind training helps us give expression to our enlightened heart in everything we think\, say and do. The training particularly focuses on our relationships\, which are like a mirror that shows us exactly where we are at. Our relationships also provide us with a way to dissolve the limitations that prevent the vastness of our true nature from fully manifesting. \nFounded on a practice lineage that has been actively practised for hundreds of years\, these teachings are completely relevant to the challenges posed by our modern\, globalised life. This course will include topics like: \n\nfinding meaning in our lives\, and connectedness with our world\novercoming loneliness and isolation\nhow to thrive in the face of difficulties\nhow to contribute to creating a more sustainable\, kind\, and compassionate world\n\nThe course will consist of seven classes on Wednesday evenings\, plus two extended practice based classes where we gather for more in-depth mind training meditation practice. \n🗓️ 7 weekly classes: 25 September – 13 November 2024 (course break on Wednesday 9 October)\n⏰ 7:00-8:45pm AEST (Start time 11:00am CEST\, 5:00am US East Coast)\n* as this will be taught from Brisbane\, times in other locations will change once summer time begins in some states in the second week of October. Please use this time zone calculator for full details \nPractice days on Saturday 19 October and Sunday 10 November\, 9:30am to 3:30pm AEST (Start time 10:30 AEDT\, 1:30am CEST\, 7:30pm US East Coast) \n📍Online via Zoom and in person at Rigpa Brisbane\, 2/19 Enoggera Tce\, Red Hill. \n💰full $200\, concession $100\, free for Rigpa paying subscribers (registration is still required\, just close the payment page that comes up after registration.)
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/the-power-of-mind-kindness-clarity-insight/2024-11-10/
LOCATION:Rigpa Brisbane\, Unit 2/19 Enoggera Terrace\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Everyone,For Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Brisbane":MAILTO:brisbane@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241110T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241110T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240415T120835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T014940Z
UID:10000980-1731259800-1731263400@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Meditation\, every week
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday\, all are welcome to join this 1-hour drop-in meditation session. Sit quietly with others and rest your mind before the week starts again. \nSimple instructions provided. \nSuggest donation $10 or $5 if concession. \nEnquiries: melbourne@rigpa.org.au
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/sunday-meditation-2/2024-11-10/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241111T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240706T095610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T005251Z
UID:10003288-1731349800-1731357000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Module 8 | Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Module 8: Awakening Compassion\nJoin us as we take you an experiential journey through The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. Discover a deep and universal wisdom explored in the major themes of the book\, and learn about their practical implications for living well. Suitable for people of any religion or of none\, this course encourages you to reflect on the Buddhist teachings\, to see what makes sense to you and to experiment with applying these teachings in your daily life. \nThe Tibetan Book of Living and Dying is widely regarded as one of the most complete and authoritative presentations of Tibetan Buddhism. A manual for life and death and a source of sacred inspiration from the heart of the Tibetan tradition\, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation\, to the nature of mind\, to karma and rebirth\, and to the trials and rewards of the spiritual path. The teachings\, meditation and contemplations from this authentic tradition reveal how each of us can live a more meaningful\, connected and fulfilling life. \nYou will learn\n\nHow to meditate\nHow an acceptance of impermanence can help us understand death and change our attitude towards life\nHow meditation can transform our perception\, increase our confidence and fully connect us to the world around us\nThat mind is much more than just thoughts and emotions\nHow understanding the interdependency of all things and the principle of karma (that every action has an effect) gives us a logical basis for ethics and personal responsibility\n\nLed by Western meditation instructors with many years of experience\, each session consists of:\n\nVideo teachings from Tibetan and Western Buddhist masters including Sogyal Rinpoche\, Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche\, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche\, Mingyur Rinpoche\, Pema Chödrön and Sharon Salzberg.\nMeditation practice\nTime for contemplation\nGroup discussions and Q&A\, offering you the opportunity to explore the teachings and practices in an open supportive environment.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-melbourne-7/2024-11-11/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241112T111500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241112T131500
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240918T070938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T071916Z
UID:10003539-1731410100-1731417300@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in your Heart and Mind / Term 4 / Newcastle
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we take you an experiential journey through The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. Discover a deep and universal wisdom explored in the major themes of the book\, and learn about their practical implications for living well. Suitable for people of any religion or of none\, this course encourages you to reflect on the Buddhist teachings\, to see what makes sense to you and to experiment with applying these teachings in your daily life. \nThe Tibetan Book of Living and Dying is widely regarded as one of the most complete and authoritative presentations of Tibetan Buddhism. A manual for life and death and a source of sacred inspiration from the heart of the Tibetan tradition\, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation\, to the nature of mind\, to karma and rebirth\, and to the trials and rewards of the spiritual path. The teachings\, meditation and contemplations from this authentic tradition reveal how each of us can live a more meaningful\, connected and fulfilling life. \nIn term four \nTopic:  The Spiritual Path\nWe will be exploring and deepening our understanding of the Spiritual Path and covering topics such as:\n\nThe end of suffering\,\nthe path of meditation\,\nthe view\,\nthe essence of the path\nwisdom in action.\n\nLed by Western meditation instructors with many years of experience\, each session consists of: \n\nVideo teachings from Tibetan and Western Buddhist masters including Sogyal Rinpoche\, Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche\, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche\, Mingyur Rinpoche\, Pema Chödrön and Sharon Salzberg.\nMeditation practice\nTime for contemplation\nGroup discussions and Q&A\, offering you the opportunity to explore the teachings and practices in an open supportive environment.\n\nDetails for Term 4\nThis is the fourth term of a year long course that can be joined at any time.\nIf you wish to join after the commencement of each term and the registration is closed\, then please email us at newcastle@rigpa.org.au. It is possible to join and pay a pro rata amount. \nWhere: In person at Infuse Health\, 4/10 William Street\, Adamstown 2289. \nWhen: Tuesday mornings for five sessions\, 15 October to 12 November. \nTime: 11:15am to 1:15pm Australian Eastern Time \nCost: Full $100\, Concession (concession card holders and Infuse Health members) $50 \nFREE for Rigpa members/subscribers. Please email newcastle@rigpa.org.au to request the discount code. \nIf you are experiencing financial hardship please email us at newcastle@rigpa.org.au to request a further concession.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-term-4-newcastle/2024-11-12/
LOCATION:Rigpa Newcastle at Infuse Health\, 4/10 William Street\, Adamstown\, Newcastle\, New South Wales\, 2289\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle,Newcastle - All welcome
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Newcastle":MAILTO:newcastle@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241112T184500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240917T123632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T124847Z
UID:10002908-1731437100-1731439800@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Tuesday Evening\, Drop in Meditation\, Rigpa Newcastle.
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Evening Drop-in Meditation\n6:45pm to 7:30pm.\nHeld at and Supported by Infuse Health.\n4/10 William Street\, Adamstown. NSW. 2289.\n  \nThe first and basic practice of meditation is to allow the mind to settle into a state of ‘calm abiding’\, where it will find peace and stability. Training in mindfulness and calm abiding (shamatha) meditation pacifies our scattered minds\, defuses our powerful emotions and overcomes distraction. \nThese sessions are perfect for busy people without any meditation experience\, right through to seasoned meditators. Step by step guidance will help you build confidence in your own meditation practice and inspire you to establish a daily practice. \nDetails\n\n\nled by experienced meditators/ Rigpa instructors\nno booking required\nmultiple short sessions of meditation\nsome gentle guidance\nplease join the session no later than about 5 minutes before the session starts\ncushions and seats provided\nFree for Infuse Health members and Rigpa students\nOptional donation for others\n\n\n 
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/tuesday-evening-drop-in-meditation-rigpa-newcastle-2-2/2024-11-12/
LOCATION:Rigpa Newcastle at Infuse Health\, 4/10 William Street\, Adamstown\, Newcastle\, New South Wales\, 2289\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle,Newcastle - All welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241112T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240629T224025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T012913Z
UID:10003206-1731438000-1731445200@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Bring a Big Heart to Everything that You Do
DESCRIPTION:Much as we may wish to be kind\, caring and loving\, often this may be difficult for us in practice. As we move from wishing to be more compassionate to grappling with how we put this into action\, the Buddhist teachings include six tools in a how-to guide: \n1. Generosity: cultivating the attitude of generosity. \n2. Discipline: refraining from harm. \n3. Patience: not being perturbed by anything. \n4. Diligence: finding joy in what is virtuous\, positive or wholesome. \n5. Meditative concentration: not being distracted. \n6. Wisdom: the perfect discrimination of all knowable things. \nThese are known as the Six Paramitas\, or transcendent perfections and contain all the vital skills needed for us to transform our mind \nand open our heart. \nThis ten-week course addresses each of the Six Paramitas in turn\, offering a wealth of practical advice to help us put our best biggest heart into \naction everyday. \nHeld over ten Tuesday evenings from 7 – 9pm\, from 15 October to 17 December\, 2024.\nMelbourne: 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\nSydney: 158 Australia St\, Newtown\nOnline via Zoom \nNote – this course is also known as Module 4 of the Wisdom of Compassion full year course. New students are welcome to join this module \nLed by western meditation instructors with many years of experience\, each session consists of: \n\nVideo teachings from Tibetan and Western Buddhist masters including Sogyal Rinpoche\, Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche\, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche\, Mingyur Rinpoche\, Pema Chödrön and Sharon Salzberg;\nMeditation practice;\nTime for contemplation;\nGroup discussions and Q&A\, offering each student the opportunity to explore the teachings and practices in an open supportive environment and to connect with a community of practitioners.\n\nFREE for Rigpa members/subscribers using a discount code. Email sydney@rigpa.org.au for the code.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/bring-a-big-heart-to-everything-that-you-do/2024-11-12/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone,Online,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240805T015845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T233333Z
UID:10003423-1731522600-1731529800@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind | Awakening Compassion
DESCRIPTION:This module of Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind explores the Buddhist approach to practicing compassion and how to apply it in all situations. The first step to compassion is to realise that other people are just like you. They too wish to be happy and free from suffering. Then through the practice of Tonglen (giving and receiving)\, we begin to mentally take on the suffering of others with compassion\, and give our happiness and wellbeing with love. So that ultimately our every action can be an act of compassion.  
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Online,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241113T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241113T204500
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240830T050816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T054210Z
UID:10003454-1731524400-1731530700@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:The Power of Mind: Kindness\, Clarity & Insight
DESCRIPTION:This brand new weekly course presents the Mahayana Seven Points of Mind Training. These points lay out a path of formal meditation practice\, along with guidelines for extending that practice into everyday life. \nThese teachings are precious and unique in presenting the entire depth and breadth of the Buddha’s Mahayana teachings succinctly and practically. Mahayana mind training offers an approach to life that is straightforward\, grounded in sanity\, kindness\, and compassion. Yet it also offers a vision that completely transcends our ordinary way of viewing ourselves and others\, with an all-encompassing vision of enlightenment. \nAt the heart of this vision of enlightenment is the view that our innate\, fundamental identity is vast\, luminous and utterly awake. The Mahayana teachings refer to this as our enlightened heart\, or bodhicitta. Enlightenment is nothing other than who we really are. But for most of us\, our true nature is like a hidden treasure\, concealed behind layers of mental activity and preoccupation. \nMahayana mind training helps us give expression to our enlightened heart in everything we think\, say and do. The training particularly focuses on our relationships\, which are like a mirror that shows us exactly where we are at. Our relationships also provide us with a way to dissolve the limitations that prevent the vastness of our true nature from fully manifesting. \nFounded on a practice lineage that has been actively practised for hundreds of years\, these teachings are completely relevant to the challenges posed by our modern\, globalised life. This course will include topics like: \n\nfinding meaning in our lives\, and connectedness with our world\novercoming loneliness and isolation\nhow to thrive in the face of difficulties\nhow to contribute to creating a more sustainable\, kind\, and compassionate world\n\nThe course will consist of seven classes on Wednesday evenings\, plus two extended practice based classes where we gather for more in-depth mind training meditation practice. \n🗓️ 7 weekly classes: 25 September – 13 November 2024 (course break on Wednesday 9 October)\n⏰ 7:00-8:45pm AEST (Start time 11:00am CEST\, 5:00am US East Coast)\n* as this will be taught from Brisbane\, times in other locations will change once summer time begins in some states in the second week of October. Please use this time zone calculator for full details \nPractice days on Saturday 19 October and Sunday 10 November\, 9:30am to 3:30pm AEST (Start time 10:30 AEDT\, 1:30am CEST\, 7:30pm US East Coast) \n📍Online via Zoom and in person at Rigpa Brisbane\, 2/19 Enoggera Tce\, Red Hill. \n💰full $200\, concession $100\, free for Rigpa paying subscribers (registration is still required\, just close the payment page that comes up after registration.)
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/the-power-of-mind-kindness-clarity-insight/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:Rigpa Brisbane\, Unit 2/19 Enoggera Terrace\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Everyone,For Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Brisbane":MAILTO:brisbane@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241116T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241116T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20231101T002244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T002244Z
UID:10001077-1731753000-1731760200@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Cultivating Compassion: A Practical Guide to Being Kind | Online
DESCRIPTION:In a world full of turmoil\, stress\, anxiety and disconnect\, we are all looking for simple\, practical ways in which we can nurture our own inner goodness and find the peace and courage to live well. \nGeshe Chekawa’s summation of the Tibetan Buddhist guidelines for living a compassionate life\, known as the Seven Points of Mind Training\, have guided practitioners for more than a thousand years. His pithy slogans open the way for each of us to nurture our own compassionate nature and put compassion into action in everyday life. These slogans offer a vital practical antidote to despair and despondency. \nCultivating Compassion presents teachings on the Seven Points given by Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche accompanied by reflections from Traleg Rinpoche. \nJetsün Khandro Rinpoche is one of the outstanding meditation teachers of our time. She is known for her penetrating wisdom and humour\, conveying the Buddhist teachings in a concise and lively manner\, enriched with personal anecdotes\, which are of particular relevance to the everyday life of the modern\, fast-paced world. \nFrom the early 1980s onwards\, Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche was a pioneer in bringing Tibetan Buddhism to Australia and was a strong advocate of non-sectarianism. He taught extensively on many aspects of Buddhist psychology and philosophy\, comparative religion\, and Buddhist and Western thought. \nThis program is open to all\, but does assume some familiarity with meditation and the Buddhist understanding of interdependence.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/cultivating-compassion-a-practical-guide-to-being-kind-online/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Established Students,For Everyone,Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241116T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241116T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240922T015321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T011850Z
UID:10003572-1731754800-1731760200@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Meditation in Action | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Meditation in Action\nAre you looking to cultivate a calm and clear mind amidst the pressures of your daily life? \nThis course is intended for those who want to realise the benefits of meditation\, wisdom and compassion\, here and now in their daily life\, to find more joy and spontaneity in every moment. \nMeditation in Action will present these themes: \n\nWeek 1: Opening our hearts\nWeek 2: Spaciousness\, mindfulness and awareness\nWeek 3: Thriving with change\nWeek 4: How to make everything spiritual\nWeek 5: Living in tune with reality\nWeek 6: Taking charge of your life\n\nMeditation in Action is a 6-week course: \n\nwith one session per week every Saturday morning from 11:00 am to 12:30pm\nfrom 26 October to 7 December\,\nin person at Rigpa Melbourne.\n\n(We’ll be taking a break on November 23) \nLearn and practice the ancient art of meditation\, working with your heart and mind\, to cultivate your awareness and spaciousness. \nAbout Bodhi \nAt Bodhi\, we explore together\, how each moment can be an opportunity to develop that peace and clarity\, for our own wellbeing and that of others. \nBodhi offers a comprehensive meditation\, compassion and wisdom program combining the essence of 2500 years of Buddhist mind training with the insights of modern science. Our aim is to contribute to greater mental clarity and compassionate and connected co-existence in the world. \nThis Bodhi project was created by experienced meditation practitioners and teachers as members of the Rigpa world-wide community. \nEach Bodhi event offers: \n\nInspiring short stories from the Buddha’s life\nGuided contemplations\nCreative group discussions\nTime for reflection and contemplation\nDifferent meditation methods\nAnswers to your personal questions\nPractical tips for integrating your meditation practice into daily life\n\n \nAbout Nigel Stone \nNigel has been engaged in Buddhist study and practice since 2004\, including completing Rigpa’s 8-year intensive program. He’s been a Rigpa instructor and spiritual carer since 2009. \nHe came to his spiritual path following episodes of depression. He has applied conventional therapy\, alongside Buddhist approaches of working with the mind\, to lead a healthy and contented life. \nHis Buddhist training and practice has underpinned his professional clinical spiritual care work in hospitals and the community for the past twenty years. Nigel has managed and facilitated the Rigpa Spiritual Care Education Programme. \nNigel lives with his wife\, Barb\, in a suburban sanctuary that houses their art studio and meditation space. \n \n  \nAbout Beth Buchannan \nBeth began studying and practising Buddhism in her twenties and is so grateful for the sanity and self-compassion it has brought to her personal and professional life. The Buddhist teachings have also given Beth confidence in being courageous and gentle when connecting with others in her practice as a social worker\, and has provided a profound framework of meaning to reference and take refuge in. Beth lives in Melbourne with her three sons and two cats and has worked as a social worker in mental health and family violence.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/meditation-in-action-melbourne/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241117T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241117T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T014125
CREATED:20240415T120835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T014940Z
UID:10000981-1731864600-1731868200@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Meditation\, every week
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday\, all are welcome to join this 1-hour drop-in meditation session. Sit quietly with others and rest your mind before the week starts again. \nSimple instructions provided. \nSuggest donation $10 or $5 if concession. \nEnquiries: melbourne@rigpa.org.au
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/sunday-meditation-2/2024-11-17/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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SUMMARY:Module 8 | Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:Module 8: Awakening Compassion\nJoin us as we take you an experiential journey through The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. Discover a deep and universal wisdom explored in the major themes of the book\, and learn about their practical implications for living well. Suitable for people of any religion or of none\, this course encourages you to reflect on the Buddhist teachings\, to see what makes sense to you and to experiment with applying these teachings in your daily life. \nThe Tibetan Book of Living and Dying is widely regarded as one of the most complete and authoritative presentations of Tibetan Buddhism. A manual for life and death and a source of sacred inspiration from the heart of the Tibetan tradition\, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation\, to the nature of mind\, to karma and rebirth\, and to the trials and rewards of the spiritual path. The teachings\, meditation and contemplations from this authentic tradition reveal how each of us can live a more meaningful\, connected and fulfilling life. \nYou will learn\n\nHow to meditate\nHow an acceptance of impermanence can help us understand death and change our attitude towards life\nHow meditation can transform our perception\, increase our confidence and fully connect us to the world around us\nThat mind is much more than just thoughts and emotions\nHow understanding the interdependency of all things and the principle of karma (that every action has an effect) gives us a logical basis for ethics and personal responsibility\n\nLed by Western meditation instructors with many years of experience\, each session consists of:\n\nVideo teachings from Tibetan and Western Buddhist masters including Sogyal Rinpoche\, Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche\, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche\, Mingyur Rinpoche\, Pema Chödrön and Sharon Salzberg.\nMeditation practice\nTime for contemplation\nGroup discussions and Q&A\, offering you the opportunity to explore the teachings and practices in an open supportive environment.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-melbourne-7/2024-11-18/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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SUMMARY:How We Live is How We Die | Rigpa Sydney Book Group
DESCRIPTION:As much as we might try to resist\, endings happen in every moment—the end of a breath\, the end of a day\, the end of a relationship\, and ultimately the end of life. And accompanying each ending is a beginning\, though it may be unclear what the beginning holds. In How We Live Is How We Die\, Pema Chödrön shares her wisdom for working with this flow of life—learning to live with ease\, joy\, and compassion through uncertainty\, embracing new beginnings\, and ultimately preparing for death with curiosity and openness rather than fear. 💖 \nRigpa Sydney’s book group meets on the third Tuesday of each month.  \nEveryone Welcome \n⏰10:30am – 12.30pm AEST\n📍in person at Rigpa Sydney
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/how-we-live-is-how-we-die-rigpa-sydney-book-group/2024-11-19/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241119T193000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Evening\, Drop in Meditation\, Rigpa Newcastle.
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Evening Drop-in Meditation\n6:45pm to 7:30pm.\nHeld at and Supported by Infuse Health.\n4/10 William Street\, Adamstown. NSW. 2289.\n  \nThe first and basic practice of meditation is to allow the mind to settle into a state of ‘calm abiding’\, where it will find peace and stability. Training in mindfulness and calm abiding (shamatha) meditation pacifies our scattered minds\, defuses our powerful emotions and overcomes distraction. \nThese sessions are perfect for busy people without any meditation experience\, right through to seasoned meditators. Step by step guidance will help you build confidence in your own meditation practice and inspire you to establish a daily practice. \nDetails\n\n\nled by experienced meditators/ Rigpa instructors\nno booking required\nmultiple short sessions of meditation\nsome gentle guidance\nplease join the session no later than about 5 minutes before the session starts\ncushions and seats provided\nFree for Infuse Health members and Rigpa students\nOptional donation for others\n\n\n 
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/tuesday-evening-drop-in-meditation-rigpa-newcastle-2-2/2024-11-19/
LOCATION:Rigpa Newcastle at Infuse Health\, 4/10 William Street\, Adamstown\, Newcastle\, New South Wales\, 2289\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle,Newcastle - All welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241119T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241119T210000
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SUMMARY:Bring a Big Heart to Everything that You Do
DESCRIPTION:Much as we may wish to be kind\, caring and loving\, often this may be difficult for us in practice. As we move from wishing to be more compassionate to grappling with how we put this into action\, the Buddhist teachings include six tools in a how-to guide: \n1. Generosity: cultivating the attitude of generosity. \n2. Discipline: refraining from harm. \n3. Patience: not being perturbed by anything. \n4. Diligence: finding joy in what is virtuous\, positive or wholesome. \n5. Meditative concentration: not being distracted. \n6. Wisdom: the perfect discrimination of all knowable things. \nThese are known as the Six Paramitas\, or transcendent perfections and contain all the vital skills needed for us to transform our mind \nand open our heart. \nThis ten-week course addresses each of the Six Paramitas in turn\, offering a wealth of practical advice to help us put our best biggest heart into \naction everyday. \nHeld over ten Tuesday evenings from 7 – 9pm\, from 15 October to 17 December\, 2024.\nMelbourne: 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\nSydney: 158 Australia St\, Newtown\nOnline via Zoom \nNote – this course is also known as Module 4 of the Wisdom of Compassion full year course. New students are welcome to join this module \nLed by western meditation instructors with many years of experience\, each session consists of: \n\nVideo teachings from Tibetan and Western Buddhist masters including Sogyal Rinpoche\, Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche\, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche\, Mingyur Rinpoche\, Pema Chödrön and Sharon Salzberg;\nMeditation practice;\nTime for contemplation;\nGroup discussions and Q&A\, offering each student the opportunity to explore the teachings and practices in an open supportive environment and to connect with a community of practitioners.\n\nFREE for Rigpa members/subscribers using a discount code. Email sydney@rigpa.org.au for the code.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/bring-a-big-heart-to-everything-that-you-do/2024-11-19/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone,Online,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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