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SUMMARY:A New Way of Seeing the World: Discovering Buddhist Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:A New Way of Seeing the World: Discovering Buddhist Wisdom\nWeekly ONLINE interactive course over 10 weeks with Dominique Side \nThis interactive course is an exploration of the key points of Buddhist thought. It examines these perspectives closely to see the similarities and differences between Buddhist views and contemporary ideas. We will be invited to revisit our own views and clarify for ourselves what our outlook on life actually is. This process leads to far greater confidence in the way we see things. \nThe course covers these topics:\nWeek 1          What is wisdom?\nWeek 2          Mindfulness: the support of wisdom\nWeek 3          How things appear and how things are\nWeek 4          The Four Noble Truths\nWeek 5          Who am I ? Body and mind\nWeek 6          The afflictions: how do they function and how can we eliminate them?\nWeek 7          Karma: what it is\, how it works\, can a Buddhist do without it?\nWeek 8          The Wheel of Life\nWeek 9          What does enlightenment mean?\nWeek 10        The journey: Stages on the Buddhist path \n  \nMay 15\, 2025 – July 17\, 2025 \nAvailable on Rigpa’s Online Courses platform from 15 May until 17 July 2025\,\nLive sessions every Thursday\, 19:00 – 20:30 Australian Eastern Standard Time (11:00 – 12:30 CET) \n  \nAbout Dominique Side \nDominique encountered Tibetan Buddhism in the mid-seventies in London—it rapidly became her life’s passion. Since then she has dedicated her life to communicating the extremely practical and at the same time deeply profound ideas of Tibetan Buddhism to people of all walks of life. \nDominique has studied with Sogyal Rinpoche and Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche in particular\, and has completed several strict practise retreats. She also obtained a PhD in Madhyamaka philosophy from Bristol University\, UK. She taught Buddhism in London schools for eight years and wrote several textbooks on the subject. Under the guidance of Dzongsar Khyentse she initiated the Milinda training programme for Dharma teachers in 2017. For five years Dominique served as vice-president of the European Buddhist Union; and she manages Windows into Buddhism\, a website with educational resources for those who teach Buddhism to children. \nEntrusted as a Senior Teacher in Rigpa\, she specialises in making Buddhist thought and philosophy accessible to all. \nRecently Dominique started writing in-depth articles from the Buddhist perspective for her blog The Softer Gaze\, that have the power to enrich the everyday and support a softer view of life\, one that is infused with the Buddha’s compassionate gaze. \nShe is author of Discovering Buddhism (2022) that presents the history and key ideas of all the main traditions of Buddhism in an accessible way for the general public and the education sector. She edited two books by the Dalai Lama\, The Four Noble Truths (Thorsons\, 1998) and Transforming the Mind (Thorsons\, 1999). \n  \nMore details: https://prajnaonline.org/course/a-new-way-of-seeing-the-world-discovering-buddhist-wisdom-2025
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/a-new-way-of-seeing-the-world/
LOCATION:South Australia
CATEGORIES:2026 - The Next Step - View
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250701T203000
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SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in your Heart and Mind
DESCRIPTION:Inspiring a Revolution in your Heart and Mind \nModule 4 – Bringing the Mind Home \n5-week course\nTuesdays Beginning 3 June to 1 July\n6.30pm to 8.30pm \nInspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind presents an experiential journey through The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying\, its major themes and their practical implications. Suitable for people of any religion or none\, the course encourages you to experiment with applying the Buddhist teachings in your daily life. \nThis module takes a deep dive into a range of meditation techniques to enable us to access a rich variety of methods to transform our moods and emotions. This shows us how the whole purpose of meditation is to transcend our ordinary mind\, to discover our fundamental nature\, which we have lost touch with. The highest goal of meditation is to awake in us the sky-like nature of mind and introduce to us who we really are – our unchanging pure awareness. \nFREE for Rigpa subscribers. \nLocation\nRigpa Adelaide\, 1st Floor Theosophical Society Building\,\n310 South Terrace\, Adelaide \nEvent Fee(s)\n5 weeks – full ($15 per session) A$75.00\n5 weeks – concession ($10 per session) A$50.00\nOne session only (full) A$15.00\nOne session only (concession) A$10.00 \nRegister here. \nThe Tibetan Book of Living and Dying is available for purchase at our centre for $20. (Please bring cash – we do not have credit card facilities) \nWe hope that you can join us and we look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-11/
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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SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind | Bringing the Mind Home - Sydney and Online
DESCRIPTION:Bringing the Mind Home (Module 4 of the full-year course\, new students welcome) \nThis module takes a deep dive into a range of meditation techniques to enable us to access a rich variety of methods to transform our moods and emotions. This shows us how the whole purpose of meditation is to transcend our ordinary mind\, to discover our fundamental nature\, which we have lost touch with. The highest goal of meditation is to awake in us the sky-like nature of mind and introduce to us who we really are: our unchanging pure awareness.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-bringing-the-mind-home-sydney-and-online/
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CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Online,Sydney - Everyone
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SUMMARY:The Wisdom of Compassion | Newcastle I Term Two
DESCRIPTION:The Wisdom of Compassion\nTerm 2\, 10 Sessions\, 29 April to 1 July\, 11:15am to 1:15pm.\nIn Person at Infuse Health\, 4/10 William Street\, Adamstown\, 2289.\n  \nThe Wisdom of Compassion presents 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. \nOur 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 a vast capacity to love\, we may not know how to do so unconditionally\, or how to express that love in practice. \nWhen our heart and mind are filled with love\, we find the greatest inner healing\, tranquillity and well-being. Modern research shows that with empathy and compassion we can be more fully ourselves\, connect more easily with others\, improve self worth and reduce self-criticism\, and lead healthier lives. \nParticipants in this course will learn how to: \n\ndevelop loving kindness for themselves\nextend that loving kindness to all beings\nmove along the path from compassion to fully enlightened courage\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 each student the opportunity to explore the teachings and practices in an open supportive environment and to connect with a community of practitioners.\n\nThis is the second module of a year-long course made up of 10-week long modules. You are welcome to join within the first few weeks of this term.  If 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. \nCost:  \nTen sessions: Full $200\, Concession $100. \nIf you are experiencing financial hardship please email us at newcastle@rigpa.org.au to request a further concession. \nFREE for Rigpa members/subscribers. Please email newcastle@rigpa.org.au to request the discount code.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/the-wisdom-of-compassion-newcastle-i-term-two/2025-07-01/
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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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250701T193000
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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-2-2/2025-07-01/
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:20250701T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250701T210000
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SUMMARY:The Wisdom of Compassion | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur 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 a vast capacity to love\, we may not know how to do so unconditionally\, or how to express that love in practice. \nWhen our heart and mind are filled with love\, we find the greatest inner healing\, tranquillity and well-being. Modern research shows that with empathy and compassion we can be more fully ourselves\, connect more easily with others\, improve self worth and reduce self-criticism\, and lead healthier lives.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/the-wisdom-of-compassion-melbourne-2/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250702T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250702T210000
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CREATED:20250409T072015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T042153Z
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SUMMARY:Bringing the Mind Home - Finding Inner Peace\, Compassion\, and Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:The key message of Buddha’s teachings is both empowering and optimistic: that inherent in the essential nature of our mind is a kindness\, compassion\, and wisdom that is naturally ours. And through the simple\, yet revolutionary shift in orientation that comes when we learn to turn within and come to know that aspect of our mind\, we will come to discover within ourselves a tremendous capacity to benefit ourselves and our world. \nThe teachings of the Buddha say that when we understand our mind\, we understand ourselves and who we really are\, and this brings with it a deep sense of peace\, confidence\, and well-being. For those of us who are searching for a wholesome relationship with ourselves and the world around us\, Buddha’s message is an invitation for exploration and investigation. \nThe Buddha never asked anyone to just believe what he said\, but instead asked us to deeply investigate anything before accepting it. In this course\, we invite you to do exactly this\, and will facilitate a process of \n\nlearning about what Buddha had to say about our mind\, and its role in creating our reality\nreflection and investigating this to see if it rings true to you\, and challenging our own views and habits in light of our understanding\nmeditation – which is a direct and experiential process of clearly and directly seeing your own mind and reality\, in light of the insights gained through learning and reflection\n\nThe course draws on a variety of sources\, ranging from the direct teachings of Buddha recorded in ancient texts called sutra and abhidharma\, to contemporary masters who hold the living and unbroken transmission of the Buddha’s wisdom mind\, and are able to guide us from the depth of their insight and compassion. \n  \nCourse details \nThis is the first module of a two part course. It can be followed as as stand-alone course or taken together with the next course module\, which will run from Wednesday 20 August to Wednesday 8 October 2025 \n\nWhen: Weekly classes on Wednesday evenings from 11 June to 30 July 2025\, 7:00 – 8:45pm AEST. Practice based classes on Sunday 29 June and Sunday 27 July\, 9:30am to 3:30pm AEST\nWhere: \nin person at Rigpa Brisbane\, 2/19 Enoggera Terrace\, Red Hill; \nin person at Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North and \nonline (online attendance only available if you do not live in Brisbane or Melbourne)\nCost: $200 full fee or $110 concession\n\nFor Rigpa subscribers: The course is included in your subscription fees
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/bringing-the-mind-home-finding-inner-peace-compassion-and-wisdom/2025-07-02/
LOCATION:Rigpa Brisbane\, Unit 2/19 Enoggera Terrace\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Everyone,For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone,Melbourne Established Students,Newcastle - All welcome,Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Brisbane":MAILTO:brisbane@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250703T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250703T193000
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SUMMARY:The All Encompassing Path to Enlightenment
DESCRIPTION:The All-Encompassing Path to Enlightenment (AEPE) is the main study programme in Rigpa\, for students of all levels: new\, more advanced or in-between. This year\, the AEPE will explore the main principles of the preliminary practices\, called Ngöndro in Tibetan. Our most experienced Rigpa teachers will guide us through the key principles of the Ngöndro\, helping us to explore these principles in a fresh\, up-to-date\, real life way\, while preserving their authenticity. \nThese practices are a complete path in themselves and also the foundation for Vajrayana and Dzogchen practice\, encompassing all the elements needed to prepare us to fully receive the Great Perfection teachings of Dzogchen\, the highest and most direct stream of wisdom within the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. So no matter where we are on our path\, the AEPE will support us in taking it to completion.  \nThursday evenings\, all year\n 6:00-7:30pm AEDT (8:00am CET\, 2:00am Mon US East) \nOnline via Zoom
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/the-all-encompassing-path-to-enlightenment/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Established Students,Newcastle - Established Students,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250703T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250703T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250317T053936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T055813Z
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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-3/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:Rigpa Brisbane\, Unit 2/19 Enoggera Terrace\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Everyone,For Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250703T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250703T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250224T033206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T015303Z
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SUMMARY:A New Way of Seeing the World: Discovering Buddhist Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:A New Way of Seeing the World: Discovering Buddhist Wisdom \nWeekly ONLINE interactive course over 10 weeks with Dominique Side \nThis interactive course is an exploration of the key points of Buddhist thought. It examines these perspectives closely to see the similarities and differences between Buddhist views and contemporary ideas. We will be invited to revisit our own views and clarify for ourselves what our outlook on life actually is. This process leads to far greater confidence in the way we see things. \nThe course covers these topics:\nWeek 1          What is wisdom?\nWeek 2          Mindfulness: the support of wisdom\nWeek 3          How things appear and how things are\nWeek 4          The Four Noble Truths\nWeek 5          Who am I ? Body and mind\nWeek 6          The afflictions: how do they function and how can we eliminate them?\nWeek 7          Karma: what it is\, how it works\, can a Buddhist do without it?\nWeek 8          The Wheel of Life\nWeek 9          What does enlightenment mean?\nWeek 10        The journey: Stages on the Buddhist path \n  \nMay 15\, 2025 – July 17\, 2025 \nAvailable on Rigpa’s Online Courses platform from 15 May until 17 July 2025\,\nLive sessions every Thursday\, 19:00 – 20:30 Australian Eastern Standard Time (11:00 – 12:30 CET) \n  \nAbout Dominique Side \nDominique encountered Tibetan Buddhism in the mid-seventies in London—it rapidly became her life’s passion. Since then she has dedicated her life to communicating the extremely practical and at the same time deeply profound ideas of Tibetan Buddhism to people of all walks of life. \nDominique has studied with Sogyal Rinpoche and Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche in particular\, and has completed several strict practise retreats. She also obtained a PhD in Madhyamaka philosophy from Bristol University\, UK. She taught Buddhism in London schools for eight years and wrote several textbooks on the subject. Under the guidance of Dzongsar Khyentse she initiated the Milinda training programme for Dharma teachers in 2017. For five years Dominique served as vice-president of the European Buddhist Union; and she manages Windows into Buddhism\, a website with educational resources for those who teach Buddhism to children. \nEntrusted as a Senior Teacher in Rigpa\, she specialises in making Buddhist thought and philosophy accessible to all. \nRecently Dominique started writing in-depth articles from the Buddhist perspective for her blog The Softer Gaze\, that have the power to enrich the everyday and support a softer view of life\, one that is infused with the Buddha’s compassionate gaze. \nShe is author of Discovering Buddhism (2022) that presents the history and key ideas of all the main traditions of Buddhism in an accessible way for the general public and the education sector. She edited two books by the Dalai Lama\, The Four Noble Truths (Thorsons\, 1998) and Transforming the Mind (Thorsons\, 1999).
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/a-new-way-of-seeing-the-world-discovering-buddhist-wisdom/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle - All welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250704T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250704T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
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SUMMARY:Enlightened Courage: the Secret to Training and Transforming your Mind with Wisdom and Compassion. Term Two.
DESCRIPTION:Enlightened Courage: the secret to training and transforming your mind with wisdom and compassion. \nTerm 2\, 10 Sessions\, 2 May – 4 July \nOnline – Fridays\, 9.30am – 11.30am \n/MAHAYANA/ \nThis class is a year long course made up of terms. The class features teachings from Sogyal Rinpoche\, Jetsun Khandro Rinpoche and Patrick Gaffney\, this 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. Mahayana mind training helps us give expression to our enlightened heart in everything we think\, say and do. \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. \n🗓️ 10 weekly classes: Term 2. Friday Mornings\, 2 May – 4 July \n⏰ 9.30am – 11.30am Australian Eastern Standard Time \n📍Online via Zoom \n💰full $200\, concession $100 \nFree for Rigpa subscribers/ members (  please email newcastle@rigpa.org.au to request the subscriber discount code ). \nThis is the first term of a year-long course. If you wish to join after the first two weeks of a term then please register and pay a pro rata amount by sending  an email enquiry to newcastle@rigpa.org.au. If you are a newer student and would like to study this text please email Rigpa Newcastle at newcastle@rigpa.org.au. 
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/enlightened-courage-the-secret-to-training-and-transforming-your-mind-with-wisdom-and-compassion-term-two/2025-07-04/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Established Students,Newcastle,Newcastle - Established Students,Online
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250705T120000
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SUMMARY:How To Survive Your Mind
DESCRIPTION:Overcoming the Conceptual Mind\nSaturday 5 July  |  9.30am – 12.00 noon\n  \nHow to Survive Your Mind – mindfulness\, awareness and compassion practices for yourself in everyday life. \nA monthly program on the first Saturday of the month that introduces you to meditation and discusses a topic of general interest. \nThis month’s topic is Overcoming the Conceptual Mind \nFeel free to come along to any session that suit you. No need to register\, just drop in. \nFee: Standard $15\, Concession/Student $10\nWe do not have credit card facilities\, please bring cash.\nCost negotiable depending on your financial circumstances. \nLocation: Rigpa Adelaide\nThe Theosophical Society Building\n1st Floor\, Upper Hall\n310 South Terrace\, Adelaide
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/how-to-survive-your-mind/
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/Melbourne:20250705T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250705T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250614T053627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T054702Z
UID:10006355-1751727600-1751734800@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Meditation: Meet Your Fundamental Goodness | Finding Peace & Joy Everyday
DESCRIPTION:In this busy turbulent world\, it is easy to get lost in confusion\, stress and mindless distraction. But even just a little meditation helps us find peace\, clarity\, spaciousness and ease. And\, as we explore meditation more deeply\, we discover that it offers a vast and profound way of coming to know our own mind. This then brings our mind home to its true nature\, to access the deeper wisdom and compassion that is at the core of who we really and truly are. \n Saturday 5 July\, 2025\n3:00-5:00pm\nRigpa Sydney and Online \n$20 standard\, $10 concession (under 35’s\, concession cards etc)
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/meditation-meet/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Online,Sydney - Everyone
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250706T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250706T094500
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250317T054041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T055729Z
UID:10005282-1751792400-1751795100@rigpa.org.au
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-brisbane/2025-07-06/
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:20250706T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250706T183000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250401T042647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T075227Z
UID:10005391-1751823000-1751826600@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-2-2/2025-07-06/
LOCATION:Rigpa Melbourne\, 803 Nicholson St\, Carlton North\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3054\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Featured Melbourne,For Everyone,Melbourne - Everyone
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Melbourne":MAILTO:melbourne@rigpa.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250707T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250423T032940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T071735Z
UID:10005898-1751914800-1751922000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind\, Modules 3 & 4 | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \nRegister for the 10 weeks of Modules 3 & 4 using the link below.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-modules-3-4-melbourne-2/2025-07-07/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250707T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250721T010522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T010949Z
UID:10005900-1751914800-1751922000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind\, Modules 3 & 4 | Melbourne
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \nRegister for the 10 weeks of Modules 3 & 4 using the link below.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-modules-3-4-melbourne-2-2/2025-07-07/
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/Adelaide:20250708T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250805T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250627T051810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T052311Z
UID:10006359-1751999400-1754425800@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind
DESCRIPTION:Module 5 – Rebirth\, Karma and This Life  \n5-week course\nTuesdays Beginning 8 July to 5 August\n6.30pm to 8.30pm\n  \nInspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind presents an experiential journey through The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying\, its major themes and their practical implications. Suitable for people of any religion or none\, the course encourages you to experiment with applying the Buddhist teachings in your daily life.\nThis module explores the Buddhist reasoning for the acceptance of rebirth and reincarnation. We will use the Buddha’s Four Noble Truths as a framework to help us take stock of our lives\, inspire a shift in the way we see ourselves and the way we relate to the world around us. Lastly\, the module investigates Karma. Karma is often misunderstood in as fate or pre-destination. Karma however\, if understood well\, presents us with an opportunity to be free from our suffering.\n  \nFREE for Rigpa subscribers. \nLocation\nRigpa Adelaide\, 1st Floor Theosophical Society Building\,\n310 South Terrace\, Adelaide \nEvent Fee(s)\n5 weeks – full ($15 per session) A$75.00\n5 weeks – concession ($10 per session) A$50.00\nOne session only (full) A$15.00\nOne session only (concession) A$10.00 \nRegister here. \nThe Tibetan Book of Living and Dying is available for purchase at our centre for $20. (Please bring cash – we do not have credit card facilities) \nWe hope that you can join us and we look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-12/
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/Brisbane:20250717T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250317T054211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T055636Z
UID:10005294-1752778800-1752782400@rigpa.org.au
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-4/2025-07-17/
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:20250719T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250719T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20241118T042148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T072347Z
UID:10003672-1752921000-1752928200@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Cultivating Compassion
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 and Ringu Tulku 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. \nRingu Tulku Rinpoche has trained in all schools of Tibetan Buddhism under many great masters including His Holiness the 16th Gyalwa Karmapa and His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche. He is renowned for his ability to transmit complicated teachings with a remarkable warmth and simplicity. \nThis program is open to all\, but does assume some familiarity with meditation and the Buddhist understanding of interdependence. \n  \nSaturday mornings\, third Saturday of the month\n 10.30am – 12.30pm in Eastern Australia\nOnline via Zoom\n \n15 Feb\, 15 Mar\, 17 May\, 21 Jun\, 19 Jul\n(We’ll take a break in April)
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/cultivating-compassion-2/2025-07-19/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Online,Sydney - Established
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250711T050534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T050534Z
UID:10006372-1753210800-1753218000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:The Wisdom of Compassion - Bodhichitta and Tonglen
DESCRIPTION:The Buddhist practice of ‘equalizing self and others’ as expressed in giving with great love and taking with great compassion\, known as Tonglen\, is one of the most useful and powerful of all Buddhist practices. Tonglen is a simple and straightforward practice\, which is extremely effective at getting to the heart of our predicament: our excessively self-centred attitude. Tonglen opens you to the truth of the suffering of others; it reveals the loving\, expansive radiance of your own nature. And it offers extraordinary power in destroying the self-cherishing and self-absorption which is the root of all our hard-heartedness and all our suffering. \nThe Wisdom of Compassion presents 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. \nOur 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 a vast capacity to love\, we may not know how to do so unconditionally\, or how to express that love in practice. \nWhen our heart and mind are filled with love\, we find the greatest inner healing\, tranquillity and well-being. Modern research shows that with empathy and compassion we can be more fully ourselves\, connect more easily with others\, improve self worth and reduce self-criticism\, and lead healthier lives. \nParticipants in this course will learn how to: \n\ndevelop loving kindness for themselves\nextend that loving kindness to all beings\nmove along the path from compassion to fully enlightened courage
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/the-wisdom-of-compassion-bodhichitta-and-tonglen/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Established Students,For Everyone,Online,Sydney - Established,Sydney - Everyone
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250701T011357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T042610Z
UID:10006362-1753210800-1757451600@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:The Wisdom of Compassion - Bodhichitta and Tonglen | Online
DESCRIPTION:Bodhichitta and Tonglen – 8 week course 22 July to 9 September 2025  attend online. \nStudents who have attended a Rigpa course previously and are familiar with meditation\, Loving Kindness practices and The Four Immeasureables are invited to join this class. \nThe Buddhist practice of ‘equalizing self and others’ (Tonglen) as expressed in giving with great love and taking with great compassion\, known as Tonglen\, is one of the most useful and powerful of all Buddhist practices. Tonglen is a simple and straightforward practice\, which is extremely effective at getting to the heart of our predicament: our excessively self-centred attitude. Tonglen opens you to the truth of the suffering of others; it reveals the loving\, expansive radiance of your own nature. And it offers extraordinary power in destroying the self-cherishing and self-absorption which is the root of all our heard-heartedness and all our suffering. \nNote: This class will be held online only due to building work at our center in Newtown. \n 
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/the-wisdom-of-compassion-bodhichitta-and-tonglen-sydney-online/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Australia
CATEGORIES:2026 - The Next Step - Compassion,Established Students,Online,Sydney - Established
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250723T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250820T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250521T223136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T035547Z
UID:10005982-1753295400-1755721800@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind | Rebirth\, Karma and This Life - Sydney and Online
DESCRIPTION:Rebirth\, Karma and This Life (Module 5 of the full-year course\, new students welcome) \nThis module explores the Buddhist reasoning for the acceptance of rebirth and reincarnation. We will use the Buddha’s Four Noble Truths as a framework to help us take stock of our lives\, inspire a shift in the way we see ourselves and the way we relate to the world around us. Lastly\, the module investigates Karma. Karma is often misunderstood in as fate or pre-destination. Karma\, however if understood well\, presents us with an opportunity to be free from our suffering.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-rebirth-karma-and-this-life-sydney-and-online/
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle - All welcome,Online,Sydney - Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250726T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250726T100000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250124T220058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T055528Z
UID:10005259-1753520400-1753524000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Saturday 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/saturday-drop-in-meditation-3/2025-07-26/
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:20250801T191500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250801T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250531T094304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T060519Z
UID:10005984-1754075700-1754082000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:An open heart in tumultuous times
DESCRIPTION:An open heart in tumultuous times\nHow the Buddhist approach to compassionate living can nourish us all. \nHis Eminence the 7th Yongzin Ling Rinpoche will teach on Bodhichitta and the Eight Verses of Training the Mind. \nGive all profit and gain to others\,\nTake all loss and defeat on yourself. \nThese astounding words\, so contrary to our conventional worldview\, encapsulate the Buddhist teaching of training the mind in compassion. \nThe compassion teachings summarised in the Eight Verses challenge us to go beyond our usual fixed ideas and assumptions\, revealing a much bigger\, brighter\, freer version of ourselves. By learning how to overcome a limited view of ourselves we can begin to relate to others\, ourselves\, and the world with more kindness\, compassion\, and understanding. We start to see through divisiveness and antagonism and experience a deep and liberating connection with others. \nAt a tumultuous time when our lives are getting fuller\, faster and more stressful\, the advice and practical training contained in the Eight Verses is invaluable in helping us to not only cope with the challenges of our life but to actually use them as the raw material for our awakening. \n🗓️ Friday 1 August\n⏰7:15pm\n📍Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown & Online via Zoom \nAbout Ling Rinpoche \nLing Choktrul Rinpoche (7th Kyabjé Yongzin Ling Rinpoche) is an important lama of the Gelugpa school\, born in India and recognized at an early age by His Holiness the Dalai Lama as the reincarnation of his Principal Teacher\, His Holiness the 6th Kyabje Yongzin Ling Rinpoche. \nLing Rinpoche entered Drepung Monastic University in South India in 1990. He received his geshe degree in 2016 and completed his tantric studies in 2018. \nSince the early 1990s he has given teachings and tantric initiations in many countries in Asia and Europe\, North America and Australia. He has participated in the Mind and Life Institute dialogues between His Holiness the Dalai Lama and scientists on a variety of topics\, such as physics\, neuroplasticity and destructive emotions.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/an-open-heart-in-tumultuous-times/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle - All welcome,Online,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250802T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250615T055227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T055227Z
UID:10006357-1754127000-1754136000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:How to Survive Your Mind
DESCRIPTION:Turning the Mind Away from Difficult Emotions\nSaturday 2 August  |  9.30am – 12.00 noon\n  \nHow to Survive Your Mind – mindfulness\, awareness and compassion practices for yourself in everyday life. \nA monthly program on the first Saturday of the month that introduces you to meditation and discusses a topic of general interest. \nThis month’s topic is Turning the Mind Away from Difficult Emotions \nFeel free to come along to any session that suit you. No need to register\, just drop in. \nFee: Standard $15\, Concession/Student $10\nWe do not have credit card facilities\, please bring cash.\nCost negotiable depending on your financial circumstances. \nLocation: Rigpa Adelaide\nThe Theosophical Society Building\n1st Floor\, Upper Hall\n310 South Terrace\, Adelaide
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/how-to-survive-your-mind-4/
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/Melbourne:20250802T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20241030T090317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T034026Z
UID:10006487-1754146800-1754154000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Peace & Joy Every Day
DESCRIPTION:The timeless wisdom of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition offer many practical methods to help us heal and thrive as we face the everyday challenges of anxiety\, depression\, anger\, physical pain\, loneliness and burnout. \nSpend time with your best self on a journey from sadness and anger to peace and joy. The timeless wisdom and meditative insights of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition offer many practical methods to help us heal and thrive as we face the everyday challenges of anxiety\, depression\, anger\, physical pain\, loneliness\, and burnout. \nThis standalone Saturday afternoon sessions on ‘Finding Courage in a World Full of Fear’ offers an introduction to meditation and practical advice from some of the foremost Tibetan Buddhist teachers of our age. Applying these teachings can help us meet the challenges of these difficult times\, heal ourselves\, and bring us to the core of our own peace\, compassion and wisdom.  \nTopics we’ll be covering: \n2 August Overcoming fear and anxiety\n6 September Transforming Loneliness\n4 October Healing low self esteem\n1 November Basic Sanity\n6 December Break free of self obsession \nThe session includes: \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 and to connect with a community of practitioners.\n\nSydney and Online   \nFirst Saturday of each month. \nOnline via Zoom or at Rigpa Sydney 158 Australia St\, Newtown\n$20\, concession $10\, free for Rigpa subscribers \nCheck out the For Everyone section of our home page to reserve your place in the latest session.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/peace-joy-every-day/2025-08-02/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:2026 - Starting Your Journey,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250802T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250714T230145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T230145Z
UID:10006468-1754146800-1754154000@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
DESCRIPTION:Fear is one of the strongest emotions we may face\, and anxiety can be utterly paralysing. \nThe Buddhist teachings illuminate the deepest source of our fears\, and offer a rich array of tools to help us pacify and ultimately conquer those fears. Invoking protection from small heartedness\, we can access the courage to heal ourselves\, transform our fear\, and develop as expansive confidence that empowers us to help others. \n🗓️ Saturday 2 August \n⏰ 3-5pm AEST (5:00am CET\, 12:00 midnight US East\, 9:00pm US West) \n📍Online & Sydney
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/overcoming-fear-and-anxiety-2/
LOCATION:Rigpa Sydney\, 158 Australia St\, Newtown\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
CATEGORIES:For Everyone,Newcastle,Newcastle - All welcome,Sydney - Everyone
ORGANIZER;CN="Rigpa Sydney":MAILTO:sydney@rigpa.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250820T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250820T204500
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UID:10006526-1755716400-1755722700@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Bringing the Mind Home
DESCRIPTION:Bringing the Mind Home \nRigpa Brisbane is pleased to announce we are offering this new and exciting 8 week course starting Wednesday 20 August 2025. \nThe course is open for in-person attendance for all. \nFor more information and to register please  click here.  \nEnquiries: brisbane@rigpa.org.au
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/wednesday-course-bringing-the-mind-home-2/2025-08-20/
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/Adelaide:20250826T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T075826
CREATED:20250804T052146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T054300Z
UID:10006537-1756233000-1758659400@rigpa.org.au
SUMMARY:Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind
DESCRIPTION:Module 6 – The Spiritual Path  \n5-week course\nTuesdays Beginning 26 August to 23 September\n6.30pm to 8.30pm\n  \nInspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind presents an experiential journey through The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying\, its major themes and their practical implications. Suitable for people of any religion or none\, the course encourages you to experiment with applying the Buddhist teachings in your daily life. \nThe first declaration that the Buddha made at the time of his enlightenment was: “Profound peace\, free of complexity\, natural simplicity\, uncompounded luminosity.” This module examines what is enlightenment 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. \nFREE for Rigpa subscribers. \nLocation\nRigpa Adelaide\, 1st Floor Theosophical Society Building\, \n310 South Terrace\, Adelaide \nEvent Fee(s)\n5 weeks – full ($15 per session) A$75.00\n5 weeks – concession ($10 per session) A$50.00\nOne session only (full) A$15.00\nOne session only (concession) A$10.00 \nRegister here. \nThe Tibetan Book of Living and Dying is available for purchase at our centre for $20. (Please bring cash – we do not have credit card facilities) \nWe hope that you can join us and we look forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://rigpa.org.au/event/inspiring-a-revolution-in-your-heart-and-mind-13/
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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