Kadampa Meditation Center Long Island

It is said that a Bodhisattva, a friend of the world, goes from joy to joy. What is the source of this joyful experience? The practice of the Six Perfections; six particular types of action that are so beneficial to ourselves and others.

Each of these practices on their own create causes for peace, happiness, and the conditions to better help others. When we weave these practices together into all our actions, the benefits and the joy are increased exponentially.

When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.

The meditation on the clarity of the mind is one of the How can we maintain our balance and equilibrium in these turbulent times? We are continuously exposed to bad news which makes us scared or angry, and we are constantly pulled into (mostly) digital “attractions” that promise happiness but only deliver more distraction and dissatisfaction. In this environment, it’s easy for hopelessness to take root.

In Buddha’s mind training instructions we find an ancient solution to these modern problems — a special training called 3 Objects, 3 Poisons & 3 Virtuous Roots which reveals how we can transform any situation into positive spiritual energy and intention. This practice reframes our perspective and replaces our default responses of anger, attachment and ignorance with a fluid, beneficial approach to whatever comes our way.

When the turbulence of distracting thoughts subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.

The meditation on the clarity of the mind is one of the best and most powerful methods to facilitate this shift - allowing us to easily let go of busyness and distraction and to access an experience of mental peace and calm.

Find the missing peace and discover your true self - or ‘Buddha Nature’ - through this simple, yet profound meditation.

Are you at a loss as to how to help our world? We are not separate from our world; each of us influences this planet and everyone on it. In these uncertain times, it is so important to learn to meditate because the bigger our heart the more difference we will make.

We’ll start with breathing meditation, followed by a contemplative reading & teaching from the book, 8 Steps to Happiness, then the beautiful “Prayers for World Peace” and a final meditation.