Intro to meditation and Buddhism

Mind reactive, mind creative

Vairocana Buddha turning the wheel of the Dharma

This class is the place for newcomers to the Auckland Buddhist Centre to learn meditation and the basics of Buddhism.

TONIGHT: Mind reactive, mind creative
How do we release our grip on what holds us back and open up to what propels us towards our aspiration or vision for how we could be? We sometimes talk about this in terms of moving from the reactive mind to the creative mind. And it's what we'll be exploring this week on our intro course. This will be supported by instruction in the mindfulness of breathing meditation.

This class happens every Tuesday night at 7pm, even on public holidays. It's a rolling 11-week introductory programme. You can join on any Tuesday night. Classes are designed as much as possible to stand alone for this purpose. But committing to all 11 nights over time will give you the thorough foundation you need to establish your own meditation practice, and step confidently into other classes and retreats.

When

8 October 2024  7:00pm-9:15pm

Cost

$20 for your first class
$180 if you choose to commit to all 10 classes
By koha for students

We strive to make Buddhism and meditation accessible to all. Please contact us if your current financial situation means the advertised cost is a barrier.

Please come early for a prompt start at 7pm.

Caring for each other's health

Before attending, please read our current Covid Guidelines. This is part of how we practice together.

Location

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The Auckland Buddhist Centre

45b Normanby Rd, Mt Eden

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