The Optimistic Realist
Half-day Meditation Course
Saturday 5 April | 2 - 5.30pm
During this uplifting course, learn how to develop a realistic sense of optimism and by meditating on wisdom advice on how to live with hope, resilience, and vision in an uncertain world.
Through regular meditation we can learn how to lift up our own mind and stay strong and positive in the face of life’s challenges. In this way we can discover our own potential to stay peaceful no matter what, which brings a sense of real confidence and stability into our life.
No experience is necessary; everybody is welcome.
Schedule:
Session 1 | 2 – 3.15pm
Refreshments & NKT Day video presentation (optional) | 3.15 – 4.15pm
Session 2 | 4.15 – 5.30pm
You are also invited to (optional) special prayers celebrating NKT Day 11am – 12.15pm – Everyone is welcome.
Fee: £15 | members free
Venue: KMC Edinburgh | 172 Leith Walk, EH6 5EA
The first Saturday in April is set aside to commemorate the founding of NKT–IKBU by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche in 1991.
The occasion is marked by special events and by prayers and dedications at Kadampa centres worldwide. Dedications are made for the flourishing of Kadam Dharma throughout the world so that all living beings might quickly find permanent inner peace.
Above all, we remember the extraordinary kindness of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso in founding NKT–IKBU.
At KMC Edinburgh we will engage in special prayers with Wishfulfilling Jewel with tsog offerings 11am – 12.15pm and there will be an inspiring video presentation during this afternoon course.
THE TEACHER
Gen Kelsang Tubchen is the Resident Teacher at Vajrasattva KMC, Dumfries.
Gen Tubchen has been a dedicated, close disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for many years, receiving ordination from him in 2003. An inspiring and gifted teacher, she is loved for her clear, powerful and practical teachings and her insightful retreat experience. She has a deep wish to share the benefits of meditation with others and her teachings touch the hearts of listeners and illuminate the profound meaning of Dharma.
THE VENUE
Kadampa Meditation Centre Edinburgh
172 Leith Walk,
Edinburgh
EH6 5EA
TRAVEL
Pay and display parking has recently been introduced into the local area around the Centre.
Tram networks to Newhaven are now fully operational with the nearest tram stop to the Centre being at Balfour Street, a few minutes walk away.
Buses also operate as normal down Leith Walk.
