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General Program Meditation Classes
Meditation is an essential life skill. Learn to meditate or deepen your daily practice. Find the class that's right for you.
CREATE MENTAL SPACE
“By training in meditation, we create an inner space and clarity that enables us to control our mind regardless of the external circumstance. Gradually we develop mental equilibrium, a balanced mind that is happy all the time.”
- Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Sunday Morning Meditation
Sundays • 10:30 – 11:45am • $15 • Included in Membership
with Resident Teacher, John Baker
CURRENT SERIES:
Buddha's Advice for Navigating the World We Live In​​
It’s easy to feel stuck and limited in how we think about our life. Buddha gave practical advice for overcoming these kinds of feelings. Learn how to develop and maintain your own positive view through meditation practice.
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These classes are suitable for both beginners and those with more experience. Everyone is welcome.
CURRENT SERIES: Buddha's Advice for Navigating the World We Live In
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Feb 2: The Problem with Anger
Feb 9: The Power of Love
Feb 16: Enhancing Our Ability to Genuinely Love Others
Feb 23: Using Our Imagination to Keep Us Moving Forward
Mar 2: Having a Big View of the Future
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Tuesday Rest & Reflect
Tuesdays • 7 - 8pm • $15 • Included in Membership
with Meditation Teacher, Eve Miller
CURRENT SERIES:
Peace and Clarity
Buddha taught that the actual nature of the mind is clarity. For most of us, it doesn’t usually feel that way! Stop in on Tuesday nights and learn simple meditations that will help you access your mind’s peace and clarity. It's DIY happiness!
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"When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within. This feeling of contentment and well-being helps us cope with the busyness and difficulties of daily life." - Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
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Everyone Welcome.
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These teachings will be based on the book "How to Transform Your Life: A Blissful Journey" by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. It is available as a free ebook or you can purchase a hard copy in our bookstore.
CURRENT SERIES: Peace and Clarity
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Feb 11: Body of Light
Feb 18: Clarity
Feb 25: The Root Mind
Mar 4: Absorbing Into Wisdom
Guided Meditation
Wednesdays • 7 - 7:45pm • $5 • Included in Membership
with Meditation Teacher, Fred Graumuller​
Regular meditation practice is an important part of caring for ourselves and others. Come enjoy gentle guided meditations to calm your body and mind. Our experienced teacher will guide you as you learn to focus your mind. Then, gradually your distractions will subside and you’ll experience a sense of inner peace and relaxation. Your mind will feel lucid, spacious and refreshed!
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Everyone Welcome.
BRANCH CLASSES
Wednesday Night Meditation - Collingswood, NJ
Wednesdays • 7 - 8pm • $15 • Included in Membership
With Resident Teacher, John Baker
In Collingswood, NJ
Collingswood Community Ctr, 30 W. Collings Ave
Buddha taught that everything is created by our own mind--everything. Through understanding our own mind, over time through meditation practice, we can know for ourself how our own good and bad experiences cannot be found outside our mind. This will be transformative in how we think about ourself, our experiences and those around us. Everyone is welcome. No experience is necessary.
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Everyone Welcome.
Please note, these classes are held in Collingswood, NJ.
CURRENT SERIES:​
Understanding Our Own Mind
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Jan 8: What is the Mind?
Jan 15: Knowing the Different Levels of Mind
Jan 22: NO CLASS DUE TO COLD
Jan 29: Feelings
Feb 5: Intentions
Feb 12: Wishes
Feb 19: Mindfulness
Feb 26: Concentration
March 5: Wisdom
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Meditation in Ardmore
Tuesdays • 7 - 8pm • $15 • Included in Membership
With Meditation Teacher, Julie Francisco
Common Space, 301 E. County Line Road, Ardmore PA 19003
*NO CLASS 2/11 DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
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​Meditation is a method to make our mind calm and peaceful. When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within. In this class you will learn how to have a daily meditation practice, tools to overcome difficult states of mind, and methods to calm mental busyness and stress. Everyone is welcome. No experience is necessary.
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Everyone Welcome.
Please note, these classes are held in Ardmore, PA
CURRENT SERIES:​
Transform Your Life: Meditations to Kick Start the New Year
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Feb 4: Buddhist Refuge Practice
Feb 11: NO CLASS DUE TO WEATHER
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NEXT SERIES:
Meditations for Mental Peace
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Feb 18: Energizing our Meditation Practice
Feb 25: Supporting our Meditation Practice
Mar 4: Creating Concentration
Mar 11: Understanding our Mind
Mar 18: Ultimate Relaxation
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UPCOMING SERIES:
The Art of Meditation
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Mar 25: Remedies for Distraction
Apr 1: Method for Settling the Mind
Apr 8: Discovering Stillness
Apr 15: A Method for Deepening Concentration
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Interested in a branch class in your area?