Introduction to Buddhist Meditation Retreat
Introduction to Buddhist Meditation Retreat
Beginner Retreat: Meditations for Relaxation
September 13
at Kadampa Meditation Center North Carolina
(528 East Blvd. Charlotte)
$20 | discounts for members
“Since inner peace is the source of all happiness, we can see how important meditation is.” - Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, The New Meditation Handbook
These three simple guided meditations are all forms of breathing meditation that help to calm the mind, reduce stress, and give rise to an experience of inner peace and wellbeing. The first is a basic breathing meditation that helps to disengage the mind from the busyness of everyday life and create a special feeling of inner peace. The second combines mindfulness of the breath with visualization, or creative imagination, and leads to a deep feeling of inner calm and purity. The third is a special breathing meditation that combines mindfulness of the breath with the recitation of mantra. All these meditations can be practiced by anyone.
In this introductory meditation retreat, Gen Norbu will guide us in these simple breathing meditations. Highly recommended: Meditations for Relaxation
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Schedule
10-11:15am Session 1
11:15-11:45am Coffee & snacks
11:45am-1pm Session 2
About the Teacher
Gen Kelsang Norbu was ordained in 2006 by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, and was requested by him to be the Resident Teacher of KMC North Carolina. He earned the title “Gen” in 2012, indicating that he is a senior ordained teacher in the New Kadampa Tradition of modern Buddhism.
Gen Norbu is known for his loving and gentle nature and holds a very clear and sharp understanding of Buddha’s teachings. Through his teachings and his personal example, Gen Norbu shows us how to integrate Buddha's teachings into our daily life.