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Thursday Drop-in Meditation Class ~ Exploring Buddhism: Practical Wisdom for Daily Life

Exploring Buddhism:
Practical Wisdom for Daily Life

with Jay Roberts

This six-week course is open to everyone. It introduces, in a down-to-earth and practical way, the fundamental principles of Buddhism—such as karma, past and future lives, meditation, and how to find inner solutions to your problems. Each session shows how these teachings can be applied in daily life to cultivate inner peace, clarity, and resilience. By the end of the course, you will have a strong foundation in Buddhist philosophy and practical ways to create a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

These classes include two guided meditations and a talk on nurturing deeper inner peace and a clear sense of purpose and direction in our lives. After each class, there is time for Q&A.

Each class is self-contained so feel free to drop-in when you can!  Each class will be followed by complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions. Everybody welcome!

Class dates & topics:

Nov 6: What is The Real Meaning of Human Life?

Nov 13: How Awareness of Death Enriches Our Life

Nov 20: No class

Nov 27: Avoiding Future Suffering

Dec 4: Where Does Real Freedom Lie?

Dec 11: Do You Believe in Karma?

Dec 18: Mantra, Buddhas & Purifying Karma

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  • Each class is self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any point.

    Our classes begin with a brief introduction, followed by an initial guided meditation to settle the mind and create a feeling of inner peace. This is followed by a talk on an aspect of meditation practice related to the series topic, and concludes with a guided meditation related to the talk.

    After each class, we invite you to join us in our community room for complimentary refreshments and an opportunity to ask questions.

    You do not need to be a Buddhist to attend, and no previous experience with meditation is required.

    Everybody is welcome!

  • These classes are held in the peaceful, spacious and comfortable meditation room at Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada. We also have many books and other meditation materials available at our Temple shop which can help you deepen your understanding of the meditation experience through further study.

    Kadampa Meditation Centre Canada
    631 Crawford St. Toronto ON M6G 3K1

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  • 6:30 p.m: Doors open

    7:00 - 8:15 p.m: Teaching & Guided Meditations

    8:15 - 8:45 p.m: Q & A, Complimentary Refreshments
    in the community room

  • Jay Roberts brings a wealth of personal experience and warmth to his meditation classes, acquired through years of dedicated study and practice within Kadampa Buddhism. As a very sincere teacher and regular volunteer at KMC Canada, he embodies the qualities of loving-kindness and integrity, making him very approachable and easy to relate to. Jay teaches in an engaging, practical, and down-to-earth manner, inspiring people in their meditation practice and helping them discover their own source of happiness from within.

  • Regular: $15 / person
    Class pass holders: no charge
    (click here for more information about the monthly class pass)

    How to book: You can book in advance via our website or simply drop in and register upon arrival. Pre-registration is encouraged to allow a smoother registration process and decrease your wait time at the door. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the event.

    To book in advance, click on the booking button below and fill out the booking form. At the end of the booking process, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

    Promo code: If you are a class pass holder, you may enter your promo code at the top of the booking form to get your discount.

    Your promo code has been given to you when you first signed up to become a class pass holder.

    Payment methods: For pre-registration via our website, we accept credit cards. For registration on site upon arrival, we accept cash, debit and credit cards.

  • Parking spaces are limited in the residential neighbourhood. For this reason, it is easier to come by public transport if this is an option for you.

    It is generally not possible to park for more than 3 hours during the day.

    Temporary day parking spots nearby: Green P Parking.

  • If you have any questions or booking inquiries, please email: [email protected]

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