Overview of 16 GUIDELINES
DATE & TIME: Sundays 10:30 am -11:30 am
LOCATION: In person
LEVEL: Meditation – All Welcome
SUGGESTED DONATION: Generosity model - please donate as you feel affordable and as generous as is manageable
Are you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them? Join our uplifting Sunday Community Meditation Session (in person), centered around the transformative 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life.
Each hour-long gathering begins with a soothing meditation to calm your mind, followed by an inspiring discussion on a core human value, like patience for example, that enriches your everyday life. We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embody that value fully.
Wrap up your morning with a cup of tea and friendly conversation in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. Absolutely everyone welcome.
Meet us every Sunday at 10:30 AM and start your week feeling refreshed, connected, and inspired. Your journey to a happier, more mindful life begins here!
Cost: Generosity Model: Pay as you feel.
The 16 Guidelines are simple steps for a happier life, inspired His Holiness by the Dalai Lama. They teach us to manage our thoughts, actions, and connections positively. They revolve around four key themes: thinking wisely, acting kindly, building strong relationships, and embracing change for deeper meaning. This approach promises not just personal joy but a better world for all.
The 16 Guidelines are underpinned by four philosophical themes:
Session overview:
Welcome, Introduction and Motivation 5 mins
Settling Meditation 10 mins
Meditation topic introduced then participants briefly share their experience 15 mins
Guided meditation 15 mins
Feedback from participants 10 mins
Closing and Dedication 5 mins
In Person on Sundays 10:30 to 11:30 with coffee / chat in the café afterwards until 12:00pm.
April:
5th: Humility
12th: Patience
19th Contentment
26th: Delight
May:
3rd: Kindness 10th: Honesty
17th: Generosity
24th: Right Speech
31st: Respect
June:
7th: Forgiveness
14th: Gratitude
21st: Loyalty
28th: Aspiration
July:
5th: Principles
12th: Service
19th: Courage