for Everyday Life
About this Event
In these meditation classes, we will learn how to bring more harmony, joy, and peace into our relationships by understanding the difference between love, desire, and attachment.
These different minds are often confused, and in close relationships we may mistakenly think that our love itself is the cause of the pain we experience.
Buddha taught that love can never cause us problems, but the “sticky” mind of attachment can.
When we cling to others to fulfil our wishes, we become emotionally dependent, and like a balloon in the wind, we lose inner stability and mental freedom.
Through developing pure love, we can care for others without clinging and discover a stable source of happiness within our own mind.
Each session includes two guided meditations and a practical talk on the weekly topic.
Every class stands on its own, so you can join at any time and book for individual sessions.
Meditations are practised seated on chairs.
Whether you are new to meditation or have some experience, you are warmly invited to join us.
IMPORTANT: Due to city by-laws, advance book is required.
Teacher Kelsang Sonam has been practising Kadampa Buddhism for 17 years. Based upon his experience he presents Buddhist teachings and approaches to meditation practice in an easy to understand and accessible way, making his classes suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators alike.
Tuesday evenings. 6:30 - 7:45pm
November 24
~ Are all desires bad? ~
December 1
~ Why attachment hurts ~
December 8
~ Why love brings true happiness ~
December 15
~ Expanding our love for others ~
*This is a KMCC event and is not hosted
or sponsored by the Toronto Public Library.
Fees:
$15 for individual classes
$50 for all four classes
Class pass holders: no charge
(click here for more information about the monthly class pass)
Event venue & nearby stays
Toronto Public Library - High Park Branch, 228 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto, Canada
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