Thursday Drop-in Meditation Classes

Take Charge of Your Mind:
Buddhist Wisdom for A Happier,
More Balanced Mind

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Drop-in Meditation Classes:
Thursdays in October, 6:30-7:30pm   NEW TIME!

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Join our “Take Charge of Your Mind" meditation classes at The Spire in Kingston, every Thursday in October, 6:30-7:30pm

Price - $14 per class; $10 for full-time students

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There is so much we can learn about the mind. For example, Buddha taught that the main causes of our happiness and unhappiness lie within our mind: Positive states like love, patience and wisdom bring peace, while anger and attachment lead to pain.

 

In these classes, we will explore the drawbacks of deluded states of mind, and learn how to position our mind in positive ways that provide the strength and resilience we need when faced with life’s changes and challenges.

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What to Expect:

​These classes include two guided meditations and a practical talk on a weekly topic. After each class, there is time for Q&A. Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any time. No previous experience is required. You do not need to bring anything with you, and the meditation is conducted on chairs. No special clothing is required. No pre-registration is necessary. 

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The Teacher:

Gen Kelsang Chöyang is the Resident Teacher at Kuluta Buddhist Centre. She has been studying under Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 30 years. She has taught Kadampa Buddhist classes in Courtenay, British Columbia; Berkeley, California; Brockville, Toronto and Ottawa. Gen Chöyang is known for her sincere and practical approach to integrating Buddhism into daily life. Her teachings are powerful and inspiring.​

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Class Titles:

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Oct 1: Making Mental Boundaries 

Oct 8: Delusions: The Danger, the Distortions, the Drama

Oct 15: Reducing Anger and Disappointment with Patience with Guest Teacher Bill Spurrell

Oct 22: Reducing Attachment with Non-Attachment 

Oct 29: Ways to Encourage Ourself in Our Spiritual Practice

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Cost:

$14 per class (Free for members) or buy a four-class pass for $45 (to be redeemed at any time at our Thursday and/or Sunday classes in Kingston or at our once-monthly class in Brockville). Four-class passes can only be purchased in-person at our Centre. If these options are unaffordable, please email: ad.kuluta@gmail.com for a sliding scale.

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Student price:

$10 per class (please send an email to ad.kuluta@gmail.com if you are a full-time student and would like to attend)

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Our Location:

We are located at The Spire (inside the Sydenham St United Church), 82 Sydenham St Rm 205. Enter via the William St. entrance. Go down the hall and turn right at the elevator. Go through the door and take the stairs (or elevator) to the 2nd floor. We are at the end of the hall on the right.

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Accessibility Info:

The building and our space are both wheelchair-accessible. There is a wheelchair-accessible bathroom a few feet away from our space. Masks are available if requested. We have air purifiers or open windows (depending upon the weather) for air circulation. Our space is on the second floor and there is an elevator available.​​