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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sydney Sangha Day - 6 April 2025 Powerful reminders: Knowing what to do and what not to do - Kirsten Czeczor
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
