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 […]
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: 1. Generosity: cultivating the attitude of generosity. 2. Discipline: refraining […]
Daring Steps: the bold and gentle heart of compassion A retreat with Ringu Tulku Have you ever considered the practical implications of caring more about others than about yourself? A bodhisattva is someone who says, from the depth of their heart, ‘I long to attain a state of everlasting peace and happiness, in which all […]
The gift of learning to meditate is the greatest gift you can give yourself in this life. Take the time to meet the voice in your head, relax, and experience the sky-like clarity of your mind. This session of Peace and Joy Everyday will introduce key meditation techniques explore meditation practice in an open supportive […]
Cultivating confidence in our true nature and our spiritual path Senior Teacher Jan van der Breggen, accompanied by Sydney instructor Alessandra Pizzardello, will guide a shared reflection on the topic of confidence, which in the teachings is presented as a crucial element of our spiritual journey. The Tibetan term depa is multifaceted, and involves confidence […]
Rigpa Sydney warmly invites you to our interfaith evening of open discussion, stories, poetry and music, as part of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. Amongst Mardi Gras' vibrancy and partying, we are offering everyone a little time to gently reflect on the universal power of the love in our own hearts, and how […]
Causal and resultant refuge Presenting a teaching by Ruth Seehausen. NOTE - this event will be ONLINE ONLY About Ruth Ruth Seehausen was attracted to Tibetan Buddhism from a young age, and became a Rigpa student in 1986. Ruth completed the 2006–2009 Three Year Retreat in Lerab Ling, Rigpa’s retreat centre in southern France, […]
Join us on 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 […]
The Great Deception – Understanding death and impermanence This 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. “So, […]
Join us in person at our National Center in Newtown on Saturday mornings for a guided meditation session 9-10 am. Sessions are led by experienced meditation instructors for 1 hour, divided into several shorter sessions with stretch breaks. All welcome at 158 Australia St, Newtown and there is no need to book. Attendance is by […]
Sydney Sangha Day - 6 April 2025 Powerful reminders: Knowing what to do and what not to do - Kirsten Czeczor
Presenting key Buddhist teachings on the powerful logic of compassion and practical methods for developing a more kind relationship with ourselves, those around us and ultimately all beings. Our innate capacity for empathy is the source of the very best of human qualities: love, kindness, generosity, warm-heartedness, courage … compassion. Although we are born with […]
