Introduction to Buddhist Meditation: The New Meditation Handbook

“Since inner peace is the source of all happiness, we can see how important meditation is.” - The New Meditation Handbook, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

Do you meditate regularly, or have you at least tried to meditate? More and more people are realizing that meditation is essential for our peace and happiness. Getting started doesn’t have to be difficult, and meditating doesn’t have to take a long time.

In these classes, Cate will introduce the basics of Buddhist meditation. Each class will include general guided meditations, teachings, and specific guided meditations on the teachings. Topics will include how to start meditating, as well as how to improve and progress in meditation practice.

Recommended reading: The New Meditation Handbook by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Available in our shop, or download here - https://tharpa.com/us/the-new-meditation-handbook.html

August 18 - Introduction: Happiness from a Different Source

August 25 - Meditation Basics: What is Meditation?

September 1 - Making Our Mind Peaceful: The Benefits of Meditation

September 8 - Stopping Distractions, Reducing Stress: How to Begin Meditation

September 15 - Reincarnation and Karma: Background Knowledge for Meditation

September 22 - A Meditation Practice: How to Meditate