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 […]
Sydney Sangha Day - 6 April 2025 Powerful reminders: Knowing what to do and what not to do - Kirsten Czeczor
Fear is a useful tool for staying alive; recognizing danger we avoid harm and survive. Fear for fear’s sake, however, can be debilitating. A connection with meditation practice, which shows us the true capacity of our mind and heart for insight, clarity and compassion can transform the way we perceive ourselves and our world around […]
Acquire transformative tools for life—honed by an ancient Buddhist tradition and adapted for the modern world—to experience deep meditation and profound insight into reality. This is a rare and unique, life-enhancing opportunity—and a first in Australia. Join Andy Karr and Lynn Friedman, two senior teachers and long-time students of the renowned Tibetan master Chögyam Trungpa […]
Refuge and Bodhichitta (Part 1) teachings by Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche
This session continues from our May sangha day with Part 2 of teachings on Refuge & Bodhichitta by Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche.
