What we’re about
Meet like-minded people interested in meditation near you! Learn how to meditate or deepen your current meditation practice. A trademark of the meditations we emphasize is the ease in which they can be used both "on the cushion" and in our daily lives. Each meeting will include practical meditation, and a talk on how to reduce stress and other problems encountered in daily life and how to increase mental and physical well-being. There will also be plenty of time to discuss the ideas presented. Although the meditations and talks are based on Kadampa Buddhist philosophy, you don't need to be a Buddhist to enjoy this group. Kadampa Buddhism stresses a spiritual path of individual transformation and to look within ourselves for the inner peace and happiness we seek. Everyone is welcome! \
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For more information on Kadampa Buddhism and meditation in Fort Myers and Naples, visit http://meditationinfortmyers.org/
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Upcoming events (3)
See all- Sunday Morning Meditation ~ Transforming AdversitySamudrabadra Kadampa Buddhist Center, Fort Myers, FL$12.00
$12/class (FREE for Members), Pay at the Door or Register online at:
https://meditationinfortmyers.org/sunday-morning-meditation-class/
In our busy, complicated modern world, difficult situations and conditions are almost impossible to avoid. What is our response to these problems we see all around us? Discouragement, helplessness, fear, grief, rage…?
In his teachings on training the mind, Buddha explained many methods for transforming challenging conditions into causes of spiritual growth and development.Using the inspiring book, The New 8 Steps to Happiness, by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, Gen Namdrol will explain and guide meditations on the practice known as “transforming adverse conditions into the path.”
Through this training, rather than feeling discouraged by all the problems and pain we see around us, and experience within us, we discover a capacity to use these difficulties to empower our minds. The result is that instead of feeling stuck and helpless, we gain an inner ability to transform adversity into powerful, positive states of mind, such as love, compassion, and joy. This power enables us to not only grow spiritually but also to become a positive influence in our workplaces, families, communities….the world.Please join us for Sunday Morning Meditation: Each class is self-contained and includes a talk and 2 guided meditations. You can register online or just drop into the class on any Sunday morning.
Please stay after the class for coffee, tea, and time to connect with others in our growing community.
Everyone is Welcome – No experience needed. - The 5 Forces: Forces for Positive ChangeUnity of Bonita Springs Christian Church, Bonita Springs, FL$12.00
$12/Class Register Online at: https://meditationinfortmyers.org/thursday-meditation-class/ or Pay at the Door
Empower your practice and remove obstacles in meditation by discovering the “Five Forces”. Sometimes referred to as the essence of Buddha’s teachings, these forces drive our practice. They are practical keys that unlock our potential for successful practice and allow us to transform all our daily activities into spiritual growth.
We can also use these five forces to live a more meaningful life.Week 1: The Force of Motivation
Week 2: The Force of Familiarity
Week 3: The Force of White Seed (virtue)
Week 4: The Force of Destruction (non-virtue)
Week 5: The Force of Aspirational Prayer
Week 6: Embracing Change
Each class includes a teaching and guided meditations.
Everyone is welcome. No experience is necessary
