Step 1
Sit in a comfortable position with your back straight and relaxed. Rest your hands in your lap, partially close your eyes and let all your stress and tension fall away.
Why meditate?
THE BENEFITS OF MEDITATION
The purpose of meditation is to cultivate positive mental states and overcome negative habits. Through meditation we learn that happiness is a state of mind and that the real source of happiness lies within, not in external situations. When our mind is peaceful we are free from worries and mental discomfort, and we experience true happiness. Meditation is the method to make our mind peaceful and can be practiced by anyone.
How to meditate
A SIMPLE BREATHING MEDITATION
You can also explore how meditation and Buddha’s timeless wisdom can help all of us to cultivate a deeper inner peace, happiness, and resilience in daily life. Watch & listen to inspiring conversations with people who live these teachings every day.
A Daily Practice
DISCOVER YOUR INNER PEACE
As with any skill, the more consistently we practice, the better we become. Making meditation part of our daily routine is the key to making progress. By initially setting aside just ten minutes each day, you can gradually develop the skills you need to generate a peaceful mind and experience happiness from within.
Once we have become familiar with settling our mind, we are ready to practice contemplative meditation, which focuses on “an object of meditation” such as love, compassion or gratitude.
Once we have found our meditation object, we allow ourselves to move deeply into the insight or the experience itself. This is called placement meditation and results in insight and authentic experience through continued practice. All of the events organised by Amoghasiddhi Kadampa Buddhist Centre, as well as the books and audio products in our bookshop, are wonderful resources to help you become familiar with these states of mind. Why not download the free ebook on this page which a gift from the author Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
Taking the next step
WHAT TO EXPECT AT A CLASS
People attend meditation classes and events across Norfolk for many different reasons. Some are looking for help with stress, worry and anxiety, sometimes referred by their GP. Some are specifically interested in meditation and want to better understand the solutions offered by Buddhism to the problems of modern life through developing the mind by cultivating compassion and wisdom. Others are seeking community and volunteering opportunities. Whatever your reason for choosing to visit, everyone is welcome.
How classes are organised
No previous experience is necessary and classes are suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Each class explores a different topic and short courses explore a theme about meditation and modern Buddhism. Each class is self-contained and you can come to any class or event that works for you – except for the Foundation Programme which requires enrolment. Classes usually begin with a short guided breathing meditation followed by a talk, further meditation and time for discussion and questions at the end. After the class, the teacher is available if you want to say hello or have further questions.
We look forward to welcoming you to the centre or one of our classes across Norfolk.
Ways to get started
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY WITH ONE OF THESE EVENTS
