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SUMMARY:Letting Go of the Past
DESCRIPTION:So much of what we dwell on has already passed. \nOld memories\, familiar worries\, and outdated beliefs can linger in our minds\, quietly shaping how we see ourselves\, others\, and what we believe is possible. Yet nothing remains the same for even a moment\, and our mind itself is constantly renewing. \nIn this retreat\, we will explore a special teaching from Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche that combines meditation on the clarity of the mind with meditation on impermanence. Instead of following distractions\, we can recognize that they are already in the past and gently return our attention to the clarity and freshness of the present moment. \nImpermanence also gives us a powerful new perspective on our relationships. When we remember that the person who upset us is changing from moment to moment—and that we ourselves are also changing from moment to moment—anger and attachment begin to lose their grip. We can learn to relate to ourselves and others with greater freedom\, patience\, and kindness. \nEveryone welcome. No previous meditation experience necessary. \nStay overnight! On-site accommodations available.\n\n\n  \n  \n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday \n\nIntro : 7:00-8:30pm\n\n\nSaturday \n\n\nSession 1: 9:00-10:15am\nSession 2: 11:00-12:15pm\nLunch: 12:30-1:30pm\nSession 3: 2:30-4:00pm (with Q&A)\nSession 4: 7:00-8:00pm (chanted prayers with guided meditation)\n\n\n\nSunday \n\nSession 5: 9:00-10:00am\nSession 5: 11:00-12:30pm\nLunch (complimentary): 12:30-2:00pm\nSession 7: 2:00-3:00pm (chanted prayers with Buddhist dedication ceremony)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPricing\n\nEntire Weekend: $75\nSaturday only: $45\nFriday Intro: $15\nAccommodations: $110-190\nSee registration for member and benefactor pricing
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/letting-go-of-the-past-3/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Meditations for a Meaningful Life
DESCRIPTION:The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment\, or “Lamrim”\, is a sophisticated\, practical presentation of Buddhist teachings\, which is designed to help us improve and grow in a deliberate and joyful way. Over 1000 years ago the Buddhist sage Atisha consolidated the 84\,000 teachings of Buddha into the Lamrim\, which  are 21 essential meditations\, revolutionizing the practice of Buddha’s teachings. Since then\, Lamrim has flourished throughout the world and it perfectly fits within our modern lifestyle. It is simple\, scientific\, and incredibly potent. \nThe Lamrim takes us step-by-step through carefully crafted meditations so we can purposefully nourish the qualities in our mind that lead to our happiness and reduce our painful thoughts and feelings. \nIn this class\, we will go one-by-one through the Lamrim\, drawing out how we can personally use these meditations and create our own meditation practice. There will be a special emphasis on the art of meditation and how to really make our meditations effective. \nJoin us afterwards for lunch in our World Peace Cafe! Lunch is available for purchase at check in and will be served after the class.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/the-power-to-change-4-2-2/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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SUMMARY:Heart Jewel with Silent Meditation
DESCRIPTION:The Heart Jewel prayer and meditation practice is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism. It is used by many Kadampas as their main daily practice. \nThrough these beautiful prayers we can overcome obstacles to our Dharma practice and create favorable conditions so that we can nurture and increase our pure Dharma realizations. \nPractice details: In the first part we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa. Then we make prayers and requests to purify any negativity\, accumulate merit\, and receive blessings. A pause for personal silent meditation is included. It is a very meaningful and enjoyable practice\, especially when performed in a group setting.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/heart-jewel-with-silent-meditation-17-6-2/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Heart Jewel,Puja
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