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Dissolving Difficulties

Dissolving Difficulties afternoon meditation course

Sunday 3rd October
1pm – 5pm

This meditation workshop will give practical and uplifting explanations of how we can transform the most demanding and difficult situations into opportunities for personal and spiritual growth.
Kadampa Buddhist monk, Kelsang Dragden will explain how to use meditation to relax and still the mind. Techniques will be given to recognize and let go of negative states such as anger, unhappiness and stress, and describe how to find more constructive and peaceful responses to the constant challenges of modern life.
Everyone is welcome.

Cost: £10 (£5 for Centre Card holders)

For more information and to book:
email: info@meditationindarlington.org
or phone: 01325 365265

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Dorje Shugden

Overcoming obstacles and fulfilling wishes in daily life.

Sunday 27th June

10am – 5pm

In this special event Kelsang Dragden will explain Buddha’s advice on how to overcome the obstacles we face in our lives.
By receiving the powerful blessings of the Wisdom Buddha Dorje Shugden, we can swiftly increase our wsdom, protect our mind from negativity and make unobstructed progress on the spiritual path.

Dorje Shugden is a true friend who can help us to fulfil our daily wishes, and our long term wish for lasting happiness for ourself and others.

Everybody is welcome.

Timetable:
10am – 11.45am Teaching
12.15 – 1pm Guided Meditation
2.30pm – 5pm Empowerment

Cost: £25 (please book with £10 deposit, cheques made payable to Atisha Centre)

For more information and to book:
email: info@meditationindarlington.org
or phone: 01325 365265
or post:
Atisha Kadampa Buddhist Centre,
9 Milton Street
Darlington
DL1 4ET

Venue:
Atisha Kadampa Buddhist Centre. For a map click here.

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Tara

Sunday 6th June 1pm-5pm

A perfect way to deepen our connection with the swift and loving  Enlightened Mother – Tara. Guidance will be given based on the teachings at the International Spring Festival, so this is a perfect way to strengthen our understanding of them, or a chance to catch the highlights if you were unable to attend.

Cost: £10 (£5 for Centre Card holders)

For more information and to book:
email: info@meditationindarlington.org
or phone: 01325 365265

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Basic Buddhism

Sunday 9th May 1pm – 5pm.

Everything you want to know about Buddhism but never had the karma to ask!

Meditation, reincarnation, enlightenment, karma, world peace, compassion…

On this practical afternoon course the fundamental principles of Kadampa Buddhism will be explained. There will be time for meditations and opportunities for you to ask questions.

Everyone is welcome.

To book:
email: info@meditationindarlington.org
or phone: 01325 365265
or post: Atisha Kadampa Buddhist Centre,
9 Milton Street
Darlington
DL1 4ET

Cost:
£10 (£5 for Centre Card holders)
Please make cheques payable to Atisha Centre.

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Peace and Quiet

Peace and Quiet

Sunday 28th March 1 – 5pm

During this relaxing afternoon meditation retreat, simple techniques will be explained to quieten the mind and find a deep peace and relaxation. Practical explanations will be given, showing how to carry this experience into our normal daily life.

Everyone welcome.

Please book by:
email: info@meditationindarlington.org
or phone: 01325 365265

Cost: £10 (Centre Card holders £5)

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Secrets of Self Esteem.

Saturday 30th January 10am – 1pm

What would it take to have higher self esteem?
What do we depend upon for our sense of self worth?

On this practical workshop, simple yet profound teachings will be discussed showing that external things are not the source of our good or bad feelings towards ourselves. It is our own attitudes that can provide the sense of peace and confidence that we are searching for.

Everyone welcome.

Please book by:
email: info@meditationindarlington.org
or phone: 01325 365265

Cost: £10 (Centre Card holders £5)

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Je Tsongkhapa

Explaining the Heart Practice of Kadampa Buddhism

Sunday 29th November
10am – 1pm

We long for lasting happiness but struggle to find it.
We get upset when our wishes are not fulfilled.
We need the help of pure, compassionate wisdom beings.

But it is often only when times are desperate that we make prayers, but if we ask enlightened beings for help regularly we will come to find powerful loving friends we can rely on.

Everyone is welcome.

Please book by
email: info@meditationindarlington.org
or phone: 01325 365265

Cost: £10 (Centre Card holders £5)

Venue: Atisha Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 9 Milton Street, Darlington, DL1 4ET

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Surviving the Festive Season.

Overcome anxiety and stress

Sunday 6th Dec
10am – 1pm.

Will I get everything done in time?
Can I face going shopping again?
Will people like the Christmas dinner and their presents?
Have I forgotten anyone?

Relax.

Take a break from all the stress and worry.

Learn simple meditation techniques to calm the
body and mind and develop an inner strength that is ready for the challenging times.

Cost: £5

Venue: Atisha Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 9 Milton Street, Darlington, DL1 4ET

email: info@meditationindarlington.org
phone: 01325 365265

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Sunday 15th November
Session times:
9 – 10.30am
11.30am – 1pm
2.30 – 4pm
5 – 6.30pm

We experience many types of sickness, from the worst cancers to mild irritations, from difficulty in sleeping to the everyday annoyances and struggles.

By relying upon the instructions and inspiration of Medicine Buddha (pictured), we can gradually learn to heal ourself to health and happiness.

Everyone welcome.

Cost: £2.50 per session
All day £8
(Half price for Centre Card holders)
Please pre-book for lunch £3

Venue: Atisha Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 9 Milton Street, Darlington, DL1 4ET

Please book by
email: info@meditationindarlington.org
or phone: 01325 365265

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Clear Wisdom, Meditation, workshop

Increasing our skill in helping others.

Sunday 18th October 10am – 1pm

We all want to help others skillfully without making mistakes or making things worse. On this workshop we will discover simple yet profound techniques from Buddhist wisdom to allow us to benefit others effectively.

Everyone welcome.

Please book by
email: info@meditationindarlington.org
or phone: 01325 365265

Cost: £10 (Centre Card holders £5)

Venue: Atisha Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 9 Milton Street, Darlington, DL1 4ET

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