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SUMMARY:Finding the Real Meaning of Our Life
DESCRIPTION:Discover the beauty of meditating on the basics of Buddhism and lift your mind out of the ordinary. The two main trainings on the path to enlightenment\, compassion and wisdom\, depend upon a solid foundation of basic Buddhist practices. In this Friday Night Talk\,  Gen Lhadron will explain how we can develop this foundation through practicing the teachings and meditations on the stages of the path to enlightenment\, or Lamrim. \nLivestream available for members. \nPricing \n\n$15\nFree for members and benefactors
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/finding-the-real-meaning-of-our-life/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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SUMMARY:Special Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:This Sunday class is part of the Lamrim retreat with Resident Teacher\, Gen Kelsang Lhadron \nEveryone welcome! \nChildren Welcome! Check out our ongoing kids class offered concurrently with this Sunday class. Meditation for Kids (for children ages 4 – 12)
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/special-meditation-class-3/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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SUMMARY:Sunday Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:This Sunday class is part of the Lojong retreat with visiting teacher Gen Kelsang Demo\, Resident Teacher of International Kadampa Retreat Center – Grand Canyon. \nEveryone welcome! \nChildren Welcome! Check out our ongoing kids class offered concurrently with this Sunday class. Meditation for Kids (for children ages 4 – 12)
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/special-meditation-class-4/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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SUMMARY:Sunday Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:This Sunday class is part of the Tantra retreat with visiting teacher Kadam Michelle Gauthier\, Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center DC. \nEveryone welcome! \nChildren Welcome! Check out our ongoing kids class offered concurrently with this Sunday class. Meditation for Kids (for children ages 4 – 12)
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/special-meditation-class-5/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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SUMMARY:How to Think Like a Meditator
DESCRIPTION:There are so many benefits to meditation\, now is the time to experience them for yourself. Whether you are new to meditation or wish to deepen and improve your practice\, this weekly series is for you. \nMeditation is much more than simply stopping thoughts. In these classes\, we will take a practical and insightful look at the mind itself\, exploring the different mental functions that support successful meditation. By understanding the different parts of the mind that come together in a successful meditation\, we can assess our strengths\, address areas for improvement\, and develop the skills for deeper\, more meaningful meditations. \n\nWeek 1- Understanding the Mind and it’s Parts\nWeek 2- Developing Meaningful Aspirations\nWeek 3- Finding our Object of Meditation\nWeek 4 – Mindfulness\, the Heart of Meditation\nWeek 5 – Concentration and Mental Suppleness\nWeek 6 – The Power of Wisdom\n\nWe will be using How to Understand the Mind by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso as the basis for this series. \n \n  \nChildren Welcome! Check out our ongoing kids class offered concurrently with this Sunday class. Meditation for Kids (for children ages 4 – 12)
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/how-to-think-like-a-meditator-2/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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