Twenty years ago on the eve of one of the Gulf Wars I was with 17 people on a pilgrimage to Thailand. We were with Ajahn Gawaseko, a direct descendant of Ajahn Chah, at his monastery on the Burmese Border. I told him that I was upset about the coming catastrophe that my country was planning and asked him what I could do. He said simply, “Practice metta, bring calm and peace to your mind and to the world”.
Once again, or perhaps still, we live in challenging times with social disorder, war and cultural conflict. All of this in addition to relationship challenges, health issues, climate change and more. We can easily get lost in fear, anxiety and anger, despair and hopelessness.
Once again, or perhaps still, we live in challenging times with social disorder, war and cultural conflict. All of this in addition to relationship challenges, health issues, climate change and more. We can easily get lost in fear, anxiety and anger, despair and hopelessness.
What can we do to help ourselves with this dilemma?
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“Loving friendliness”, as Bhante Gunaratana translates it, is a simple and direct way to reveal the love and compassion that lie hidden by the worried neurotic mind. This simple practice and life orientation can bring us ease and tranquility even in the face of great challenges.
The four classes will consist of reading, guided meditations, Dharma talks, and time for questions and sharing. This class is intended to inspire you to practice deeply and reveal the love and compassion in your heart. The Text for the course will be Lovingkindness in Plain English by Bhante Gunaratana |
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Four Wednesday Evenings 7 – 9 PM
February 19, 26, March 5, 12 Cost: $150 (If the cost poses a barrier against your participation please contact Robert HERE This class will be offered in person and Online through Zoom. |