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People have a variety of reasons for wanting to learn about and cultivate compassion, but in some way we are all suffering—be it from pain, loss, frustration, dissatisfaction, or an unfulfilled desire for happiness. However, we are not powerless in the face of our circumstances. It is possible to consciously cultivate positive states of mind,… Continue reading Compassion A module of Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind
We are delighted to be hosting a morning tea at Karuna House on Thursday September 1 to celebrate our 30th anniversary. If you are interested in attending the event, please register your details here as soon as possible. We don’t want anyone to miss out! We look forward to seeing all of you in September. Thank you… Continue reading Karuna 30th Anniversary morning tea
Sat 13 Aug | 12 noon meet for 12:30 start, ending 4:30pm Meet at Spit West Reserve Contact: Tina 0457 160 553 Check website for updates in case of changes due to weather RSVP is essential with your contact details in case we need to contact you about or during the event Join us on a… Continue reading Tudong from Spit to Manly With Venerable Chao Khun Keng and Venerable Dhammadharo
The International Day of Peace – Economic, Political and Buddhist Perspectives Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The day is devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace through observing 24 hours of non-violence and cease-fire. Achieving true peace entails much more than laying down arms. We… Continue reading Bringing Peace to Ourselves and the World
A journey to happiness. Noble eightfold path in practice. Explore the suttas on Finding true happiness and ways to transcend difficult emotions, Kindfulness & much more.
The first Noble Truth states all beings suffer and life is suffering but there is a path that leads to the end of suffering. This path is about cultivating awareness, kindness and clarity of the mind, it is a journey. This monthly two hour class aims to support that journey through sharing the Buddha’s words… Continue reading IN PERSON: Buddhist Mindfulness and Yoga for Healing
This 6-week course introduces the practice of Buddhist Mindfulness Meditation, also known as Vipassana Meditation, which is based on the teachings of the Buddha contained within the Discourse on the Establishment of Mindfulness (Satipatthana Sutta). The course integrates both theoretical and experiential aspects of the practice (sitting meditation and walking meditation). There will also be… Continue reading IN PERSON: Mindfulness Meditation Course
We are very excited to announce that Alan Wallace will be back in Australia to lead a five-day meditation retreat focusing on the teachings of Atiśa Dīpaṃkaraśrījñāna (982-1055), one of the greatest masters of Indian Buddhism. This will be Alan Wallace’s only Australian retreat in 2022. Get More Information and Access to Early Bird Tickets Here
