An Experiential Workshop with Valerie Baker “If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.” — His Holiness the Dalai Lama Many people think of compassion as something we either have or don’t — in the Buddhist tradition, however, compassion is a quality we can consciously develop, […]
Master the Buddhist compassion practice of Tonglen: taking on others’ suffering with great compassion and sending healing with unbounded love.
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 […]
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. Geshe Chekawa’s summation of the Tibetan Buddhist guidelines for living a compassionate life, known as the Seven Points of […]
A New Way of Seeing the World: Discovering Buddhist Wisdom Weekly ONLINE interactive course over 10 weeks with Dominique Side This 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 […]
In this weekend of teachings, shared reflection, and meditation practice, Jan van der Breggen will guide participants through an exploration of key elements of Tibetan Buddhist tradition, with the aim to help anyone — whether new to Buddhism or with an already established practice path — establish a meaningful relationship with the vast and colourful […]
Mind, matter and consciousness: a Buddhist exploration A weekend with Andy Karr and Lynn Friedman Combining contemporary Western philosophical inquiries with classical Buddhist investigations into the nature of mind, Andy and Lynn invite you to spend a weekend on a personal, experiential journey to look deeply at mind and the nature of reality. Accessible and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
