30-MINUTE NOON MEDITATION

Monday to Friday

BODHICHITTA CENTRE

DAY: Monday to Friday

TIME: 12.15-12.45pm

TEACHER: Centre Teachers

COST: By donation

WHERE: 970 Blanshard Street, Victoria

Suitable for everyone! These guided meditations are practical methods to improve the quality of our lives through meditation and Buddhist teachings.

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Information for Beginners

30 MINUTES TO INNER PEACE

Take half an hour at lunchtime to relax, refresh and de-stress. Cultivate inner peace through a guided practice and enjoy the rest of your day with an inspired and positive mind. With regular practice these meditations help us to experience mental clarity, a sense of well-being, and increased love and compassion for others.

CLASS FORMAT

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Thought for the Day

Be inspired and uplifted with a bitesize teaching that introduces the meditation for the day. If we wish, we can join in and recite the Liberating Prayer, which is a chanted prayer where we connect with the inspiration of enlightened beings.

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Meditation

Enjoy a 20-minute meditation to help you experience inner peace, increase your wisdom, and develop a good heart.

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Concluding Advice

Practical advice on how to take the meditation experience to heart, and carry it with mindfulness into your daily life.

FAQS

WHAT ARE THE COVID PROTOCOLS FOR ATTENDANCE?

Stay home if sick or not feeling well
Masks are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED for attendees*
Seating is limited to provide some space between attendees
Venue will provide hand sanitizing supplies;
Venue is practicing routine cleaning and disinfection.

*The teacher will remove their mask once seated.

We encourage you to use our online options if you are feeling ill, or if you are not vaccinated, or if you are not comfortable with our protocols at this time. Thank you.

Q. Do I need to be a Buddhist to attend?

No. Anyone can learn basic meditation and experience the benefits that come from having a peaceful mind.

Q. Do I need to have any experience?

No. Everyone is welcome, including beginners. All you need is the wish to improve yourself and the quality of your life.

Q. How should I dress?

No special clothing is required, come as you are.

Q. Is there any physical exercise involved?

No. The classes focus on meditation and teachings alone. You can choose to sit on a chair or meditation cushion.

Q. Do I need to book in advance?

No, it is not necessary to book in advance for Noon Meditation classes. Each class is self-contained so you can drop-in whenever you like.

Q. What is your policy regarding fragrance?

We strive to be a scent free environment. Please help us keep the air we share healthy and fragrance free. The chemicals used in scented products can make some people sick, especially those with fragrance sensitivities, asthma and allergies.

Q. What is your policy regarding late arrival?

Our doors open 15 minutes before start time. Kindly arrive at least 5 minutes before start to facilitate getting seated and settled. Out of kindness for our volunteers, students and Teachers, we cannot accommodate latecomers. Thank you for your understanding.

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