Where do our unhappiness, insecurities, and other challenges reside? Buddha says they are in our mind. If we could simply change our mind we would free ourselves from these painful tendencies. The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful, and a peaceful mind is like medicine that helps us in every aspect of our lives. Each class will include guided meditation, a talk and time for discussion. Everyone Welcome. 

May 5 - What actually afflicts us? 

May 12 - What helps us and what doesn’t

May 19 - Meditations for peace of mind

We can completely change our experience of life by learning how our mind works and using meditation to guide it in a positive direction. In these classes we will learn simple transformative meditations based on five basic mental factors that are always present in our mind. These classes will include topics such as understanding how our mind works, changing the way we feel about people and things, seeing life in a positive way, harnessing the power of positive intention, and improving the quality of our attention. Each class will include guided meditation, a talk and time for discussion. Everyone Welcome.

 June 2- How our mind works 

 June 9- Feelings aren’t facts 

 June 16- Choosing what is beneficial 

June 23-The Power of intention  

June 30-Where is our attention?

Difficulties in our lives can stir up fear, frustration, and discouragement-but they can also become the fuel for real inner growth. In this four-week series of talks and guided meditations, we will explore the profound practice of transforming adversity into the path. We will discover how to move beyond unhealthy emotional habits and develop natural confidence, inner flexibility, and resilience. Learn to respond differently to life's challenges and uncover a deeper peace of mind—while strengthening your ability to support others.

July 7- The trouble with adverse conditions

July 14- What can I control?

July 21 - Building inner resilience

July 28 - The freedom of changing your mind

Aug 11 -  What is happiness and why does it matter?

Aug 18-  Happiness is an inside job

Aug 25 -  A world of peace