Realistic Optimism for the New Year: Meditation Retreat
Sat, Dec 28
|Oak Park
Is it realistic to be hopeful while facing a future plagued with worldwide problems that seem impossible to fix? The short answer: yes! Buddha's most profound insight is that if we change our mind we change our world. Led by guest teacher Gen Norbu.
Time & Location
Dec 28, 2024, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Oak Park, 13 Harrison St, Oak Park, IL 60304, USA
Details
The new year will soon be upon us, and with it brings the opportunity to "start afresh," but many people have become pessimistic and hopeless. Is it realistic to be hopeful while facing a future plagued with worldwide problems that seem impossible to fix?
The short answer: yes! Buddha's most profound insight is that if we change our mind we change our world.
In this retreat, Guest Teacher Gen Norbu will guide us through powerful, effective meditations that will help us let go of our skepticism and hopelessness, and replace them with realistic optimism based in wisdom. Through this we will lay the foundation for a clear, wise, and hopeful path for the year ahead.
Each session will include guided meditation, practical guidance, and time for questions. No previous experience is necessary; absolutely everyone is welcome!
SCHEDULE
10:00 - 11:00am: Teaching and Meditation Session 1
11:30 - 12:30pm: Teaching and Meditation Session 2
12:30 - 2:00pm: lunch break
2:00 - 3:00pm: Teaching and Meditation Session 3
TEACHER
Gen Kelsang Norbu, guest teacher
BOOKS & MATERIALS
This event will be based on the following book(s):
It's not necessary to have your own copy, but some people like to follow along or read more afterward. You can click any title above to learn more about it or to order a printed, e-book, or audio copy (select books only) from Tharpa Publications. You can also purchase copies in person at our Oak Park and Wicker Park locations.
COST
$45
Standard Members: 25% off
Plus Members: 50% off
Benefactor Members: free
Please note: to receive a discount, your membership must be active at the time the event will take place. No one turned away for lack of funds; contact us to request financial accommodations. Refund policy
LIVESTREAMING
This in-person event is also available by livestream for monthly members; see the Livestreaming for Members page for this option. Not a member? Learn more about our membership options here.
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12/28 Meditation Retreat
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