Mondays, 10:00 - 11:00am

Riverdale Buddhist Meditation Class

Transforming Painful Emotions

$10 per class, free for supporting members

This class is offered in-person only

In Buddhism, painful emotions are known as ‘delusions’. They are called this precisely because they are delusional ways of seeing the world and they distort our perceptions. Therefore, delusions such as anger, desirous attachment, jealousy, and deluded pride are completely unreliable states of mind, guaranteed to create unhappiness for ourself and others.

Buddha taught clear methods – based in meditation – for recognizing these delusions and transforming them into healthier, reality-based states of mind. By applying these methods and dismantling our painful states of mind we can remain peaceful and effective in even the most difficult situations. Could there be a more essential life skill?

October 4: How to Deal Skillfully with Painful Emotions
October 11: Transforming Anger
October 18: Transforming the Pain of Grasping and Attachment
October 25: Transforming Jealousy
November 1: Transforming Insecurity
November 8: Integrating Faith, Reason and Doubt
November 15: Emptiness, the Ultimate Refuge
Nov 22: Why Others Matter
Nov 29: How Training in Love Transforms our Relationships
Dec 6: The Power of Universal Love

DETAILS

Classes include Dharma teachings and guided meditations
They are suitable for both beginners and more advanced practitioners
Each class is self-contained and is also presented as part of a series over 5-6 weeks. Drop into any class you like
No special clothing is required
No pre-registration is necessary
Chairs are supplied
Everyone welcome!