When

The class is held in-person on Tuesday evenings 6.30-7.30pm.

Where

The class is located at the Bayswater Community Centre, 27 King William St, Bayswater.

Free on- or off-street parking is available.

Price

Drop-in fee $12. Cash or EFTPOS available.

Topics and Dates

Description

With an ever-increasing variety of distractions, decisions and complexities demanding our attention, deep focus and the peace of pure concentration seem utterly elusive.

This series offers practical, inspiring methods to strengthen your inner focus, pacify restlessness and develop the calm confidence that a concentrated mind brings.

Tuesdays Apr 14 • 21 • 28

Drop-in any week for $12

Or book here for the entire series for $30.00

Description

All too often our habitual ways of thinking leave us feeling anxious, uneasy and unhappy. Choose happiness by learning powerful states of mind that naturally give rise to inner strength, peace of mind and a comfortable, fulfilling experience of life.

Tuesdays May 5 • 12 • 19 • 26 | Jun 2 • 9

Drop-in any week for $12

Or book here for the entire series for $60

Description

Learn to identify the mental habit patterns that don’t serve us and that fuel our anxiety, frustration and discontent, and explore strategies to declutter our mind of these unhelpful thoughts.

Tuesdays Jun 16 • 23 • 30 • Jul 07 • 14

Drop-in any week for $12

Or book here for the entire series for $50

What to Expect at a Class

Our classes are open to everyone, regardless of background or level of experience. Learn simple techniques for calming the mind, implement effective strategies for solving everyday problems and leading a happy, peaceful life, and discover the complete path of inner transformation that Buddha taught.

Each week, explore a different aspect of Buddhist wisdom and be guided in a breathing meditation as well as a contemplative meditation related to the topic. There is also an opportunity to ask questions, followed by refreshments.

No need to book – drop in any week.

The Teacher

The class is taught by Buddhist teacher Helen Barnes.

Helen is an enthusiastic practitioner of Kadampa Buddhism and is known for her joy, consideration for others and her love for connecting people with the practice of meditation and Buddha’s teachings. She has spent time in Centres throughout Australia and the world, and shows a practical, energetic example of someone who is authentically practising the Buddhist way of life.