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Sangha night

Vision and Transformation

Tonight we are looking at the "Effort" aspect of the path of Vision and Transformation, otherwise and more traditionally known as the Noble Eightfold path, an early and fundamental teaching of the Buddha.

What is meant by effort here? Surely effort is assumed for all the 'steps' on the spiritual path. Well, yes, in a general sense of the term effort, it does cover all the stages of Vision and Transformation. But here we have a specific use of the term, known mysteriously as the "four exertions". (Don't worry, this won't hurt a bit!) We're talking here about the effort to ensure that our minds are not full of unhelpful thoughts, but instead contain thoughts that are going to support us and allow us to lead more positive and fulfilling lives.

If you like the sound of that, come along tonight as we welcome Michael who will lead a discussion on how we might use this particular type of effort, in order to maintain the mental and emotional states that lead to a healthy, enjoyable and developing spiritual life. Join us to uncover what seems to be a relatively simple formula for practice, but can , when we become increasingly aware of it, change the course of our lives.

Please note in our relatively new Sangha night format, we will be meditating first at 7pm for about half an hour. If you arrive late, don't worry, please just slip in as quietly as you can. We will probably be in the warmth of the room at the top of the stairs.

Wednesday nights are a place for people who have attended our foundation courses to come together and celebrate community, deepen their knowledge of Buddhism, and their understanding of how to practice it.

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