NOT EVERYTHING IS A THING - Dhamma talk and meditation

Topic
So you may have heard the Buddhist philosophy that says: "everything is impermanent" [not including taxes] or "everything is suffering", or "there is no 'self'"

But to what do these refer? What is a 'thing'? And how does a 'thing' have no self? It was not that complicated, but people turned these statements into philosophy, and then it gets hard, and mis-understood.
I'm going to show it is actually a simple, if tricky, meditation instruction, for practice - NOT a philosophy.

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Speaker:
Venerable Pandit has been an ordained Buddhist monk in Thailand since 1996. He has a degree in Psychology and a MA in Buddhist Studies. His focus is on early Buddhist teachings, enlightenment traditions, story and fairy tales, and psychology - all from the perspective of a real meditation practice. Expect clear and precise delivery, and a little humour!

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Inviting:
Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experienced meditators. We meet to support and encourage each other in our practice. If you are a beginner, some instructions will be given; experienced meditators can develop their own practice.

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Venue:
Baan Aree is a Thai Buddhist Center, please wear something that is comfortable and modest. It is very close to Ari BTS Station.
Map link : https://maps.app.goo.gl/gmVjmWt6mazuNXMt6
Enter through the passage between EXIM building and the gas station. (Baan Aree is also the home of Kid Mai Death Awareness Cafe - so you can also follow directions for that on G Maps)

As is usual with Buddhist teachings, there is no charge for this event. However, the Little Bangkok Sangha follows the Buddhist custom of Dana (generosity).
All donations this day will go to our group funds - we have a few expenses coming up for our Meetup fees (approx 10,000THB), and Domain Name fees (approx 4000 TBB for 5 yrs). We don't often do this - we really try to provide everything for free. But occasionally we do need your help.

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Programme:
• 6:00 Baan Aree opens
• 6:30 pm group meditation
• 7:00 pm Dhamma talk
• 8:00 pm (ish) finish