BRENTWOOD BAY
CENTRE FOR ACTIVE LIVING
In-Person Class
BRENTWOOD BAY
Meditation Classes | IN-PERSON
Suitable for everyone! These classes offer practical methods to improve the quality of our lives through meditation and Buddhist teachings. See detailed course descriptions below.
DAY: Friday, 10.30-11.30am
WHERE: Centre for Active Living |1229 Clarke Rd, Brentwood Bay, BC | Weavers’ Room
COST: Drop-in $15 per class
(or included in GP Centre Card Membership)
IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE
Please arrive a few minutes before class starts and pay at the classroom door (cash or cheque) .
MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP
Enrol in a $60 monthly membership and enjoy unlimited drop-in access to these classes plus discounts on other Bodhichitta Centre events and classes in Victoria. (Please enrol online at least 3 days before your first class)
Keeping Peaceful in a Turbulent World
Drop-In Meditation Classes
May 12, 19, 26, Jun 2 | 10.30-11.30am
IN-PERSON
There are many serious issues in our modern world that feel beyond our control — but despite this, our inner peace can be nurtured and sustained. Buddha’s teachings offer many practical tools that allow us to acknowledge challenges without becoming overwhelmed. With peaceful minds, we can skillfully respond to whatever is happening in our daily lives and also be helpful to others.
WEEKLY TOPICS
MAY 12 ~ The Power of Intention
Our mind becomes involved with whatever we pay attention to – so, in turn, our happiness depends upon what our mind energizes. We can choose what we wish to focus on, thereby reducing negativity. A positive intention has a powerful effect on the shape of our lives.
MAY 19 ~ The Benefits of a Regular "Mind-Check-up"
Mindfulness helps us not to forget our positive intentions. Without mindfulness, our mind is like a leaky pot; no matter how much wisdom is contained within, it will not remain steady. It is possible to develop a quality of mindfulness that allows us to positively and peacefully steer our mind.
May 26 ~ The Helpful Warning Light on the Dashboard of our Mind
By developing alertness, we can protect our mind from developing inappropriate attention. Instead, we can use our wisdom to prevent negative thoughts and feelings from becoming overwhelming.
Jun 2 ~ The Power of “The Pause”
By developing our ability to pause and consider our response to challenging people or situations, our actions and speech will be more skillful – allowing our mind to remain peaceful despite the difficulties.
TEACHER
Debbi Jones
Debbi is an experienced meditation teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Victoria and a long term practitioner of Kadampa Buddhism. She has more than 20 years secondary school teaching experience and enjoys sharing the practical benefits of meditation in daily life.
Q. What are the COVID protocols for participants?
- Stay home if sick or not feeling well
- Masks are optional
Q. Do I need to have any experience?
Q. How should I dress?
Q. Is there any physical exercise involved?
Q. Do I need to book in advance?
Please just drop in a few minutes before the class starts and pay at the door with cash or cheque. Members just tick their name on the list.
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