Personal Development and Self Transformation in Manchester

Do you feel under pressure in your relationships? Real life relationships do require a certain amount of ‘work’, in the form of time, listening, helping, or just ‘being there’. But the feeling of being overburdened can be a sign that something is out of balance. Whether you need to give more to yourself, release your need to be needed or ask for help yourself, making such changes can return relationships to the fulfilling exchange they are meant to be. About the speaker: Sister Maureen Goodman is based in Global Cooperation House in London. She is Programme Director of the Brahma Kumaris, UK. She is also Area Coordinator for BK centres and activities in Scotland and Wales. A major part of her work is with community groups, developing outreach work in prisons, healthcare, education, women’s issues, and inter-religious dialogue. Please note that this event will take place at Friends Meeting House, 6 Mount Street, Manchester M2 5NS (near the Town Hall) Parking: NCP Manchester Central, Lower Mosley Street, Manchester M2 3GX BOOKING NOT REQUIRED | Arrival from 6.30pm for 7pm start | Age 18 and over

Anger is an expression of inner pain; an indication that all is not well in our world. It is one of the most powerful and destructive emotions. Whether it seeps out in the form of irritation and resentment, or explodes in full rage, it causes damage to ourselves and to others. Anger also has many subtle faces which influence our behavior and our relationships. How can we change the anger within and use our energy in more positive ways? This anger management course will cover the following: • Understanding the underlying causes of anger • The effects of anger on our well-being • Using our energy in a more productive way 4 part course 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th February 2019 (Just register for the first session) ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED | Age 18 and over

Learn to meditate. Discover a place of peace within, that you can carry with you throughout the day. Raja Yoga meditation is an open-eyed technique that can be used by anyone, anywhere - whilst you commute or at your desk, as well as at home. Whether you want to learn how to relax, need to be more concentrated and creative or are searching for personal enlightenment, this course can satisfy each of those needs. Like any skill, meditation requires practice. By doing a little every day, it soon becomes a natural and easy habit. Explore how to: • Make time & space for meditation to establish a daily practice • Harness your thoughts, emotions and responses • Use your meditation skills in everyday life 4 part course 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th February 2019 11.00am start Suitable for both beginners & those with some previous experience of meditation. ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED | 4 weekly sessions (Just register for the first session) | Age 18 and over

Learn to meditate. Discover a place of peace within, that you can carry with you throughout the day. Raja Yoga meditation is an open-eyed technique that can be used by anyone, anywhere - whilst you commute or at your desk, as well as at home. Whether you want to learn how to relax, need to be more concentrated and creative or are searching for personal enlightenment, this course can satisfy each of those needs. Like any skill, meditation requires practice. By doing a little every day, it soon becomes a natural and easy habit. Explore how to: • Make time & space for meditation to establish a daily practice • Harness your thoughts, emotions and responses • Use your meditation skills in everyday life 4 part course 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th February 2019 6.30pm start Suitable for both beginners & those with some previous experience of meditation. ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED | 4 weekly sessions (Just register for the first session) | Age 18 and over