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SUMMARY:Embodying the Qualities of Mindfulness with the 16G | Organized by the University of Toronto
DESCRIPTION:About this course\nIn this experiential course  you will reflect on your motivations\, intentions\, values and practices in order to contribute to a secular\, inclusive\, universal and embodied practice. \nDiscussions will surround an ancient set of 16 guidelines inspired by leaders committed to a culture that proposes mindful thought\, values\, relations and compassion-in-action  This course highlights how individuals may embody mindful practices in the everyday. Drawing from an ancient wisdom tradition\, the 16 Guidelines proposes a palette of secular options that cultivate states of the embodied mind.  These guidelines can be integrated into everyday life as a secular practice to optimize one’s human potential as well as to promote a civil society. These include states of mind such as: compassion\, kindness\, authentic speech etc. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n\nUnderstand the concept of the embodied mind.\nInterpret the ancient document known as the 16 Guidelines both historically and in its contemporary application and usage.\nDevelop your own personal guidelines that will provide the scaffolding of your own embodied practice.\n\nSchedule:\nThis course is delivered online on Mondays in 4 online sessions from March 9\, 2026 – March 30\, 2026. Online with Real Time Meetings from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM ( local time) \n\nMon\, March 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 from 11 – 2 pm\n\nStudents must attend all sessions to complete the course. If you miss any of the scheduled dates\, you will need to re-register into the course at a later date. \nMore info\, bookings and cost:\nThe course fee is $365 CAD \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit the University of Toronto web page \nThis course is for educational purposes and is not intended as a substitute for consultation and treatment from a qualified and registered healthcare professional or service provider. \nMeet the Facilitator:\nAnne Porteous: Anne\, Reg.N.\, MScN\, had the privilege of meeting Dekyi-Lee Oldershaw over a decade ago while taking the DRAM [Discovering Resilience through Applied Mindfulness) certificate program. This was Anne’s introduction to the 16 Guidelines for life. She has continued to deepen her knowledge and mindfulness practice by applying the 16G’s with nursing students\, corporations\, and clients during equine assisted learning sessions. Anne is an instructor in the mindfulness program offered at the University of Toronto.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/embodying-the-qualities-of-mindfulness-with-the-16g-organized-by-the-university-of-toronto-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Presencial - Comprende tu Mente-Corazón\, Despierta tu Fuerza
DESCRIPTION:Sobre este curso\nComprende tu Mente-Corazón\, Despierta tu Fuerza es un programa estructurado de 12 semanas diseñado para ayudar a los participantes a comprender la mente\, transformar patrones y vivir con propósito. \nEl curso explora tres vías fundamentales de aprendizaje: Conocimiento\, Fortaleza y Compasión \, guiando a los participantes hacia una vida más feliz y plena. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEl curso se imparte en 12 sesiones que exploran los siguientes temas: \nSesión 1: En busca de la felicidadSesión 2: Entendiendo cómo existen las cosasSesión 3: Desarrollando una sana autoconfianzaSesión 4: Compasión: abriendo el corazónSesión 5: Atención plena\, reflexión y pensamiento críticoSesión 6: Intención consciente: ¿Qué quiero realmente?Sesión 7: InterconexiónSesión 8: Aceptando el cambioSesión 9: PercepciónSesión 10: Transformando las emociones dañinasSesión 11: EmpatíaSesión 12: Cultivando la compasión \n\nCada sesion de una hora incluye: \n\nUna practica para calmar la mente y establecer la motivacion\nPresentación del tema y breve intercambio de experiencias \nMeditación guiada sobre el tema de la sesión\nEspacio abierto para el diálogo\nUnos breves momentos para concluir la sesión y ofrecer dedicaciones\n\nCuando\nEl curso empieza el 8 enero de 10:30-11:30\, cada jueves en este horario CEST \n\nLugar\nEste curso esta abierto a tod@s y  se ofrece en el centro Nagarjuna Barcelona. Para mas información por favor visita la web del centro.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/presencial-comprende-tu-mente-corazon-despierta-tu-fuerza/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Barcelona\, C/Pere IV 201 Bajos\, Barcelona\, 08018\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation,Workshops
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart Course in 4 Modules | at Chenrezig Institute (Australia)
DESCRIPTION:Feeling better starts with living better! \nAbout the Event\n\n\n\nA Mindful Heart is a new course developed by FDCW as part of Universal Education. It is designed to support participants in developing a deeper understanding of how the mind works and how this understanding can transform the way we relate to ourselves and others. \nThe course gently guides participants in recognising and gradually letting go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour\, while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. Through guided reflection\, participants are invited to explore their attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns\, gaining insight into how inner experiences shape outer realities. \nBy examining the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply interconnected we truly are. The course draws on both logical and scientific perspectives to explore the nature of the self and our relationships\, offering a balanced and accessible approach to inner inquiry. \nUltimately\, the personal transformation fostered through this course contributes to the creation of more compassionate cultures. How can one person influence a whole culture? The answer lies in understanding interdependence. Every action\, choice\, interaction\, and intention affects others and the broader environment. This principle of cause and effect lies at the heart of all life\, reminding us that individual transformation naturally ripples outward in meaningful ways. \nStructure\nThe course consists of 12 modules\, explored over three separate days\, with four modules each day. Each module builds on the previous one\, and each day builds upon the last. The time between sessions allows space for reflection and practice\, supporting participants to pause\, notice their inner experiences\, and reconnect with the heart of compassion and wisdom. \nThere will be plenty of opportunities for questions and discussion\, supporting the integration of insights and offering practical ways to live with greater mindfulness\, clarity\, and wisdom. \nSchedule\n\n28 March -Course day 1 : Modules 1-4\n25th April– Course day 2:  Modules 5-8\n27th June– Course day 3: Modules 9-12\n\nThis retreat will be held in the Gompa\, available to attend in person and online. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis retreat series welcomes participants of all ages and backgrounds who are seeking practical tools for meaningful change in their life\, home\, relationships\, community or workplace. It will be of particular interest to: Change-makers and anyone working in education\, healthcare\, or helping fields; Yoga\, mindfulness\, and embodiment teachers; Coaches\, mentors\, and those working in corporate or organisational well-being. \n\nBookings\nThe suggested donation for each day of the course is $75. However – you are welcome to offer whatever amount you feel comfortable with. \nSliding scale: $35-$75. \nSangha are always able to attend our courses free of charge\, please contact spc@chenrezig.com.au for discount code to register. \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit the Chenrezig Institute page \nFacilitator\n\n\n\n\n\nVen. Tsultrim was ordained in 2009 at Chenrezig Institute in Australia. She has spent much of the last several years in India and Nepal doing retreat\, listening to different teachers from the Tibetan Buddhist lineages and visiting many pilgrimage sites. She is currently living at Chenrezig Institute and continue working at Karuna Hospice Service in Brisbane as a counsellor and the Spiritual Program Coordinator. She has worked for many years in suicide prevention and intervention.\nShe has a very strong conviction that most of us can find contentment in our lives irrespective of our external circumstances through understanding and training our minds\, particularly through using mindfulness. She has a Bachelor of Counselling\, a Bachelor of Social Science (Social Policy)\, and Master of International Studies (Peace and Conflict Resolution).
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-course-in-4-modules-retreat-at-chenrezig-institute-australia-2/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Chenrezig Institute\, 3 Johnsons Road\, Eudlo\,\, Eudlo\, Queensland\, 4554\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation,Retreats
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260328T120000
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SUMMARY:Make your Mind an Ocean With Karuna Cayton | Open Sessions
DESCRIPTION:“When you change your mind\, you change your world.”— Lama Thubten Yeshe \nAbout the course:\nLama Thubten Yeshe had a profound and unique way of presenting traditional Buddhist teachings in a modern and universal style. We will explore and investigate Lama’s approach as expressed in his small book Make Your Mind an Ocean. \nThis next three-week series invites participants to explore the vast potential of the mind through the cultivation of wisdom\, compassion\, and inner spaciousness. New participants are warmly welcome\, and those continuing from the previous series will find rich new material to deepen their understanding and practice. \nLed by Karuna Cayton—a psychotherapist and longtime student of Lama Yeshe—this course offers practical guidance for transforming everyday challenges into opportunities for growth. Through teachings\, discussion\, and guided meditation\, participants will learn how Buddhist psychology helps dissolve mental turbulence and uncover the natural clarity\, joy\, and peace within. \nThis course is ideal for anyone seeking a deeper\, kinder relationship with their mind and emotions\, Karuna draws on decades of therapeutic experience and deep immersion in Lama Yeshe’s teachings to present an accessible\, grounded path toward emotional balance and insight. \nThis program is for everyone\, no background or experience in Buddhism is required. You can drop into the classes as it suits your schedule or come to all of them. \n\nWHEN: on Saturdays March 14\, 21\, 28 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm ( PDT)\nWHERE: Online and in person\nFACILITATOR: Karuna Cayton\nMORE INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS: please check the Land of Medicine Buddha events page\n\nMeet the Facilitator:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKaruna Cayton acquired a Masters in Clinical Psychology in 1992.  He is a licensed Psychotherapist having trained at the Children’s Health Council in Palo Alto\, California. \nFrom 1975 to 1988 he lived at Kopan Monastery studying Buddhist psychology and philosophy under the guidance of Lama Thubten Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche. There\, he established a western studies program for the monks.  \nHe is the principal at The Karuna Group\, a project engaged in interpreting Buddhist psychological theory and interventions for modern people. \nHe is the author of The Misleading Mind: How We Create Our Own Problems and How Buddhist Psychology Can Help Us Solve Them (2012).
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/make-your-mind-an-ocean-with-karuna-cayton-open-sessions/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation,Workshops
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DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart - Sunday in person Community Meditations
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nJoin a wonderful team of facilitators  for a series of Meditations and meaningful discussions organized by Jamyang Buddhist  Centre in Leeds (UK). \nThis series is structured into 1 hour  sessions and is offered on Sundays at 10:30 am GMT. \nFrom January to the end of March the Sunday community meditations will be focusing on ‘A Mindful Heart’. \nInspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. Grounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. We examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach hour-long gathering begins with a soothing meditation to calm your mind\, followed by an inspiring discussion on on a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nWrap up your morning with a cup of tea and friendly conversation in a welcoming\, relaxed atmosphere.  \nMeet us every Sunday at 10:30 AM and start your week feeling refreshed\, connected\, and inspired. \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  No registration required\, absolutely everyone welcome. \n\nThis is the Schedule and Themes of the sessions :\n\nJanuary: \n\n11th: The Pursuit of Happiness\n18th: Understanding how things exist\n25th Developing Healthy Self Confidence\n\nFebruary \n\n1st: Compassion – Opening the heart 8th: Mindfulness\, reflection and critical thinking\n15th: Mindful intention – what do I really want\n22nd: Interconnection\n\nMarch: \n\n1st Embracing Change\n8th Perception\n15th Transforming harmful emotions\n22nd Empathy\n29th Cultivating Compassion\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn Person on Sundays 10:30 to 11:30 with coffee / chat in the café afterwards until 12:00pm. \n\nFor more information please visit the Jamyang Leeds Centre event calendar \nCost\nThis program is offered by donation. Please consider make an offering here.  \n  \n Your journey to a happier\, more mindful life begins here!
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-sunday-in-person-community-meditations-in-leeds-uk/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:Jamyang Leeds\, Clyde Works\, Ingram Rd\, Leeds\, England\, LS11 9RQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Online Sunday sessions with Janna Weiss
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nJoin Janna Weiss on Sundays for a new guided meditation course!   \nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nMeet Janna every Sunday at 1:30–3:30pm EST/EDT and start your week feeling refreshed\, connected\, and inspired. Drop in to any\, or attend all! \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nSchedule and Themes\nThe course is delivered in 6 sessions:- \n\nSession 1: The Pursuit of Happiness and Understanding How Things Exist\nSession 2: Developing Healthy Self-Confidence and Compassion – Opening the Heart\nSession 3: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical Thinking and Mindful Intention: What do I really want?\nSession 4: Interconnection and Embracing Change\nSession 5: Perception and Transforming Harmful Emotions\nSession 6: Empathy and Cultivating Compassion\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are organized by The Shantideva Buddhist centre and are offered online on Sundays Feb 15\, 22\, Mar 1\, 8\,  & 29\, 1:30–3:30pm EST/EDT \nNote: Clocks change from Eastern Standard Time (EST)(GMT/UTC-5) to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)(GMT/UTC-4) on Sun Mar 8 at 2am. Clocks will “spring forward” one hour. \nSuggested donation: $20 per session\, or $108 for all 6-weeks of the courseOther offering options: free\, $5\, $10\, $30 \nThe suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses\, direct costs and rent.  \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page \n\nMeet your Facilitator\nJanna Weiss is a Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW) trained facilitator for 16 Guidelines Levels 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator and Trainer. She holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin in Biological Sciences—Botany (ethnobotany). Janna is also a human rights activist and advocate for peace\, for Tibet\, for the rights of people with psychosocial disabilities\, or those perceived to be so\, and for the real rights of children and families. Janna is an acupuncturist and herbalist\, and teaches mind science. Janna began studying Tibetan Buddhism with Dharma Friends of Israel in 2005. She resides in New York City.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-online-sunday-sessions-with-janna-weiss/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:Shantideva Buddhist centre New York\, 432 6th Avenue\, Brooklyn\, New York\, NY\, 11215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Hybrid Sunday sessions organized by the Pamtingpa Centre
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nEach session has a particular focus but you can attend the sessions independently of each other: \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nThemes of the 6 sessions\n\nThe Pursuit of Happiness\nUnderstanding how things exist\nDeveloping Healthy Self Confidence\nCompassion – Opening the heart 8th: Mindfulness\, reflection and critical thinking\nMindful intention – what do I really want\nInterconnection\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese 6 sessions are organized by The Pamtingpa Centre and are offered in person and online on Sundays starting the 1st March and concluding the 5th April. \nThere is no suggested donation – pay what you feel \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-hybrid-sunday-sessions-organized-by-the-pamtingpa-centre/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:Pamtingpa Centre\, 567 Havillah road\, Tonasket - WA\, 98855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:En Ligne: Un Coeur Attentif  | en Français
DESCRIPTION:*Please note this series is offered in French. \nComprendre l’esprit pour transformer ses schémas destructeurs et donner du sens à sa vie\nAperçu des Séances :\n« Un cœur attentif » est un programme de 12 semaines\, développé par la Fondation pour le développement de la compassion et de la sagesse (FDCW)\, une organisation affiliée à la FPMT et qui propose des programmes laïques. \nCe programme s’inspire de celui créé par Pam Cayton\, « Créer des cultures de compassion »\, pour aider les participants à développer la compréhension du fonctionnement de leur esprit. L’objectif est de se libérer progressivement des schémas de pensée et des comportements destructeurs\, tout en cultivant une vie pleine de sens et des relations plus authentiques\, harmonieuses et empreintes de compassion. \nLe programme se déroule sur 12 séances d’une heure :\n\nSéance 1: La quête du bonheur\nSéance 2: Comprendre comment les choses existent\nSéance 3: Développer une saine confiance en soi\nSéance 4: La compassion – Ouvrir son cœur\nSéance 5: Pleine conscience\, réflexion et pensée critique\nSéance 6: L’intention consciente : Qu’est-ce que je veux vraiment ?\nSéance 7: L’interconnexion\nSéance 8: Accueillir le changement\nSéance 9: La perception\nSéance 10: Transformer les émotions néfastes\nSéance 11: L’empathie\nSéance 12: Cultiver la compassion\n\nChaque séance se composera d’un court enseignement\, de méditations guidées et d’un temps de partage. Pour ceux qui le souhaitent\, des liens vers des vidéos seront proposés pour approfondir le sujet entre chaque rencontre. \nCe programme est ouvert à tous. S’il est recommandé de suivre l’ensemble du programme\, il est possible de ne suivre qu’une partie des séances. \nSchedule\n\nDATE: Lundi soir\, 16 March-30 March. 20 &27April\, 11 May-25May\, 8 June-22 June\nHORAIRE: 19:00 -20:00 CET\nLIEU: En ligne\nFACILITATRICES: Virginie Cornet-Butcher et Isabelle\nPARTICIPATION: non adhérent : 5 €\, adhérent : 4 €\, membre soutien : 0 €\nINSCRIPTIONS ICI\n\n\n\n\n  \nMeet the Facilitators:\n\n\n\n\n\nPsychologue de formation\, Virginie Cornet-Boucher étudie le bouddhisme depuis une vingtaine d’années et elle est enseignante certifiée de la FPMT. Elle facilite différents ateliers au centre\, associant les savoirs de la psychologie occidentale et ceux de la psychologie bouddhiste. \nRésolument engagée dans les programmes et les pratiques du centre Kalachakra\, Isabelle est étudiante du PEBA (Programme d’Études Bouddhiques Approfondi) depuis trois ans ; elle conduit des méditations lors de différents rendez-vous (méditation du mercredi\, méditation du matin\, PEBA…
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/en-ligne-un-coeur-attentif-en-francais/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:Centre Kalachakra\, 5 Pass. Delessert\, Paris\, 75010\, France
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260330T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260330T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:Lundi soir en Ligne: Un Coeur Attentif  | en Français
DESCRIPTION:*Please note this series is offered in French. \nComprendre l’esprit pour transformer ses schémas destructeurs et donner du sens à sa vie\nAperçu des Séances :\n« Un cœur attentif » est un programme\, développé par la Fondation pour le développement de la compassion et de la sagesse (FDCW)\, une organisation affiliée à la FPMT et qui propose des programmes laïques. \nCe programme s’inspire de celui créé par Pam Cayton\, « Créer des cultures de compassion »\, pour aider les participants à développer la compréhension du fonctionnement de leur esprit. L’objectif est de se libérer progressivement des schémas de pensée et des comportements destructeurs\, tout en cultivant une vie pleine de sens et des relations plus authentiques\, harmonieuses et empreintes de compassion. \nLe programme se déroule sur 12 séances d’une heure :\n\nSéance 1: La quête du bonheur\nSéance 2: Comprendre comment les choses existent\nSéance 3: Développer une saine confiance en soi\nSéance 4: La compassion – Ouvrir son cœur\nSéance 5: Pleine conscience\, réflexion et pensée critique\nSéance 6: L’intention consciente : Qu’est-ce que je veux vraiment ?\nSéance 7: L’interconnexion\nSéance 8: Accueillir le changement\nSéance 9: La perception\nSéance 10: Transformer les émotions néfastes\nSéance 11: L’empathie\nSéance 12: Cultiver la compassion\n\nChaque séance se composera d’un court enseignement\, de méditations guidées et d’un temps de partage. Pour ceux qui le souhaitent\, des liens vers des vidéos seront proposés pour approfondir le sujet entre chaque rencontre. \nCe programme est ouvert à tous. S’il est recommandé de suivre l’ensemble du programme\, il est possible de ne suivre qu’une partie des séances. \nSchedule\n\nDATE: Lundi soir\, jusqu’a Lundi 30 mars 2026\nHORAIRE: 19:45 -20:45 CET\nLIEU: En ligne\nFACILITATRICE: Séverine Gondouin\nINSCRIPTIONS ICI
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/lundi-soir-en-ligne-un-coeur-attentif-en-francais/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:Online- Weekly Meditations on Ethics for a Meaningful Life
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nJoin a wonderful team of facilitators  for a series of Meditations and meaningful discussions based on the 16 Guidelines for Life\, an ethics and resilience program to build inner strength organized by Jamyang Buddhist  Centre in Leeds (UK). \nThis series is structured into 1 hour  sessions and is offered Wednesdays 7:00-8:00pm GMT (online). \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach hour-long gathering begins with a soothing meditation to calm your mind\, followed by an inspiring discussion on a core human value\, like patience for example\, that enriches your everyday life. We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embody that value fully.  \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  No registration required\, absolutely everyone welcome. \n\nSchedule:\n\nJanuary:7th: Kindness14th: Patience21st : Delight28th: Contentment \nFebruary:4th: Humility11th: Honesty18th: Gratitude25th: Loyalty \nMarch 4th: Respect11th: Forgiveness18th: Gratitude25th: Loyalty \nApril1st: Courage8th: Principles15th: Service22nd: Aspiration. \n\n\n\n\nHow to Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline on Zoom–Wednesdays from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm local time. \n\nFor more information and to get the Zoom link please visit the Jamyang Leeds Centre event calendar \nCost\nThis program is offered by donation. Please consider make an offering here.  \n  \nStart 2026 feeling inspired and connected!
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/weekly-secular-meditations-on-the-16-guidelines-for-a-happy-life-2/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T201000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
CREATED:20260105T162042Z
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SUMMARY:Online:  A MINDFUL HEART - Weekly sessions for a happier\, more meaningful life!
DESCRIPTION:About the Course and the Sessions\nA Mindful Heart is a new 12-week course developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)\, inspired by Pam Cayton’s Creating Compassionate Cultures program and currently being offered as a pilot by Land of Joy. \nThis course is designed to support participants in developing a deeper understanding of how the mind works\, gradually letting go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nWhat Will Be Offered\nA Mindful Heart is a structured 12-week program designed to help participants understand the mind\, transform patterns\, and live with purpose. The course explores three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion\, guiding participants toward a happier\, more meaningful life. \nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions: \nSession 1: The Pursuit of HappinessSession 2: Understanding How Things ExistSession 3: Developing Healthy Self-ConfidenceSession 4: Compassion – Opening the HeartSession 5: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical ThinkingSession 6: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?Session 7: InterconnectionSession 8: Embracing ChangeSession 9: PerceptionSession 10: Transforming Harmful EmotionsSession 11: EmpathySession 12: Cultivating Compassion \n\n\nWho is the Course For?\n\nThis course is for anyone who: \n\nWould like to understand the mind and change unhelpful patterns: Explore how thoughts and emotions shape experience\, and learn practical ways to respond with greater clarity and balance.\nIs seeking meaningful\, grounded personal growth: Develop healthy self-confidence\, emotional resilience\, and a clearer sense of purpose—step by step\, without quick fixes or dogma.\nCares about compassion in daily life: Cultivate compassion as a lived skill\, starting with yourself and naturally extending to your relationships and community.\nValues reflective learning in a supportive environment: Whether you’re new to mindfulness or already experienced\, the course offers accessible practices\, thoughtful dialogue\, and flexible ways to participate.\n\nNo previous experience of Buddhism or retreat is needed\, just openness and curiosity. \n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nIs there anyone who doesn’t want to experience more spaciousness\, contentment and joy? The message of the Buddha is that this is definitely possible\, whatever practical difficulties we might be facing in our everyday life. \nThis retreat will offer the opportunity to: \n\nGain clearer understanding of your mind and habits\nBuild emotional strength and healthy self-confidence\nDevelop practical\, lived compassion for yourself and others\nAlign your life more closely with what truly matters\n\n\nCost and Schedule\nThis program is offered by donation. \nDate: Wednesdays 7pm-8:10pm from the 18th February until 3rd June with a 4 week break from 15th April until 13th May. \nYou are welcome to commit to the full course or attend on a drop-in-basis \nHow to Book\nFor more information on how to book your place or to make a donation\, please visit the Land of Joy event page here \nFacilitator \nWendy Ridley – \nWendy worked for many years in education – as a teacher\, university lecturer\, Education Authority advisor\, and education consultant. This has provided her with skills and passion to develop and deliver training programmes. Since attending her first meditation course in 1976 she has volunteered in six very different meditation centres. Wendy is a senior FDCW Faculty member teaching internationally all levels of FDCW’s programmes and is the FPMT Service Seminar Co-Ordinator. She is an FDCW board\, member\, a trained yoga teacher\, and has enjoyed many retreats.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/online-a-mindful-heart-weekly-sessions-for-a-happier-more-meaningful-life/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260404T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260530T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:Building Inner Strength- 16 Guidelines Level 1 course at Nalanda Monastery in France
DESCRIPTION:Feeling overwhelmed by global crises\, work\, family\, or personal challenges? Seeking practical tools for positive change and emotional resilience? Are you based near Nalanda Monastery in Southern France? Then\, this course is for you! \nAbout the Course\n\n\n\nWe will explore embodied mindfulness and universal ethical values in this Level 1 of the 16 Guidelines for Life Program developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW). The program offers a simple yet profound framework for reflecting on how we think\, act\, relate to others\, and find meaning. Through mindfulness\, self-inquiry\, and ethical reflection\, we will gain tools to foster well-being\, purpose\, and inner strength. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis course welcomes participants of all ages and backgrounds who are seeking practical tools for meaningful change in their life\, home\, relationships\, community or workplace. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nAn ethical framework that inspires more purpose in life and deepens experience in mindfulness as an embodied practice.\nPractical tools to build inner strength which will benefit relationships and embrace community\nA fresh perspective on daily life\, available choices and actions\nEnhanced capacity for reflection\, resulting in more well-being\, emotional resilience and creative action\n\n\nDates and Bookings  \nThe course starts on the 4th April\, we will meet Saturday’s from 14:00 to 16:30 local time\, for 8 weeks on the following dates: 4th\, 11th\, 18th\, 25th April and 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th May. (Dates could change). \nPlease apply by sending a short motivation why you want to join to this email\, and thereby start your 16 Guidelines journey at Nalanda and receive the course material. email: universaleducation@nalanda-monastery.eu \nThe course is free of charge. We kindly request you to attend at least 90% of the sessions and be an active participant. This will enrich your learning experience and contribute to the stability of the group. Besides that you will receive the completion certificate. With the certificate you can continue the 16 Guidelines journey with other courses. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitator \nVen Thubten Jamyang -Ven Jamyang is a registered 16G level 1&2 facilitator; a psychologist\, a carer and a resident monk at Nalanda Monastery in France\, he is often engaged in completing Buddhist Philosophy studies. He is interested in bringing the 16 Guidelines to his monastery\, children and youth\, palliative care and carers and has participated in numerous Universal Education courses.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/building-inner-strength-16-guidelines-level-1-course-at-nalanda-monastery-in-france/
LOCATION:Nalanda Monastery\, 36 Rue Dr Emery Compayre\, Labastide-Saint-Georges\, 81500\, France
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Hybrid Sunday sessions organized by the Pamtingpa Centre
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nEach session has a particular focus but you can attend the sessions independently of each other: \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nThemes of the 6 sessions\n\nThe Pursuit of Happiness\nUnderstanding how things exist\nDeveloping Healthy Self Confidence\nCompassion – Opening the heart 8th: Mindfulness\, reflection and critical thinking\nMindful intention – what do I really want\nInterconnection\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese 6 sessions are organized by The Pamtingpa Centre and are offered in person and online on Sundays starting the 1st March and concluding the 5th April. \nThere is no suggested donation – pay what you feel \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-hybrid-sunday-sessions-organized-by-the-pamtingpa-centre/2026-04-05/
LOCATION:Pamtingpa Centre\, 567 Havillah road\, Tonasket - WA\, 98855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:Online- Weekly Meditations on Ethics for a Meaningful Life
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nJoin a wonderful team of facilitators  for a series of Meditations and meaningful discussions based on the 16 Guidelines for Life\, an ethics and resilience program to build inner strength organized by Jamyang Buddhist  Centre in Leeds (UK). \nThis series is structured into 1 hour  sessions and is offered Wednesdays 7:00-8:00pm GMT (online). \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach hour-long gathering begins with a soothing meditation to calm your mind\, followed by an inspiring discussion on a core human value\, like patience for example\, that enriches your everyday life. We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embody that value fully.  \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  No registration required\, absolutely everyone welcome. \n\nSchedule:\n\nJanuary:7th: Kindness14th: Patience21st : Delight28th: Contentment \nFebruary:4th: Humility11th: Honesty18th: Gratitude25th: Loyalty \nMarch 4th: Respect11th: Forgiveness18th: Gratitude25th: Loyalty \nApril1st: Courage8th: Principles15th: Service22nd: Aspiration. \n\n\n\n\nHow to Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline on Zoom–Wednesdays from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm local time. \n\nFor more information and to get the Zoom link please visit the Jamyang Leeds Centre event calendar \nCost\nThis program is offered by donation. Please consider make an offering here.  \n  \nStart 2026 feeling inspired and connected!
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/weekly-secular-meditations-on-the-16-guidelines-for-a-happy-life-2/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T201000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
CREATED:20260105T162042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T162237Z
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SUMMARY:Online:  A MINDFUL HEART - Weekly sessions for a happier\, more meaningful life!
DESCRIPTION:About the Course and the Sessions\nA Mindful Heart is a new 12-week course developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom (FDCW)\, inspired by Pam Cayton’s Creating Compassionate Cultures program and currently being offered as a pilot by Land of Joy. \nThis course is designed to support participants in developing a deeper understanding of how the mind works\, gradually letting go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nWhat Will Be Offered\nA Mindful Heart is a structured 12-week program designed to help participants understand the mind\, transform patterns\, and live with purpose. The course explores three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion\, guiding participants toward a happier\, more meaningful life. \nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions: \nSession 1: The Pursuit of HappinessSession 2: Understanding How Things ExistSession 3: Developing Healthy Self-ConfidenceSession 4: Compassion – Opening the HeartSession 5: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical ThinkingSession 6: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?Session 7: InterconnectionSession 8: Embracing ChangeSession 9: PerceptionSession 10: Transforming Harmful EmotionsSession 11: EmpathySession 12: Cultivating Compassion \n\n\nWho is the Course For?\n\nThis course is for anyone who: \n\nWould like to understand the mind and change unhelpful patterns: Explore how thoughts and emotions shape experience\, and learn practical ways to respond with greater clarity and balance.\nIs seeking meaningful\, grounded personal growth: Develop healthy self-confidence\, emotional resilience\, and a clearer sense of purpose—step by step\, without quick fixes or dogma.\nCares about compassion in daily life: Cultivate compassion as a lived skill\, starting with yourself and naturally extending to your relationships and community.\nValues reflective learning in a supportive environment: Whether you’re new to mindfulness or already experienced\, the course offers accessible practices\, thoughtful dialogue\, and flexible ways to participate.\n\nNo previous experience of Buddhism or retreat is needed\, just openness and curiosity. \n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nIs there anyone who doesn’t want to experience more spaciousness\, contentment and joy? The message of the Buddha is that this is definitely possible\, whatever practical difficulties we might be facing in our everyday life. \nThis retreat will offer the opportunity to: \n\nGain clearer understanding of your mind and habits\nBuild emotional strength and healthy self-confidence\nDevelop practical\, lived compassion for yourself and others\nAlign your life more closely with what truly matters\n\n\nCost and Schedule\nThis program is offered by donation. \nDate: Wednesdays 7pm-8:10pm from the 18th February until 3rd June with a 4 week break from 15th April until 13th May. \nYou are welcome to commit to the full course or attend on a drop-in-basis \nHow to Book\nFor more information on how to book your place or to make a donation\, please visit the Land of Joy event page here \nFacilitator \nWendy Ridley – \nWendy worked for many years in education – as a teacher\, university lecturer\, Education Authority advisor\, and education consultant. This has provided her with skills and passion to develop and deliver training programmes. Since attending her first meditation course in 1976 she has volunteered in six very different meditation centres. Wendy is a senior FDCW Faculty member teaching internationally all levels of FDCW’s programmes and is the FPMT Service Seminar Co-Ordinator. She is an FDCW board\, member\, a trained yoga teacher\, and has enjoyed many retreats.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/online-a-mindful-heart-weekly-sessions-for-a-happier-more-meaningful-life/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
CREATED:20260128T153652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T154938Z
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SUMMARY:16G Building Inner Strength Retreat | at Chenrezig Institute (Australia)
DESCRIPTION:Feeling better starts with living better! \nAbout the Retreat\n\n\n\nThe 16 Guidelines for Life are a set of timeless and universal human values that have inspired individuals for over a millennia. They offer simple steps and practical tools to help you reflect\, relate more openly with others\, and to bring change to your heart and mind\, recognising that we are interdependent and interconnected to so many aspects of our world and what lies within it. \nThey offer us the opportunity to develop a warm heart\, a wise mind and a happy life. \nWhat to Expect:\nThe 16 guidelines revolve around four key themes: thinking wisely\, acting kindly\, building strong relationships\, and embracing change for deeper meaning. This approach promises not just greater joy but a better world. \nThey are underpinned by four philosophical themes: \n1. How We Think: The way we use our mind determines the way we live. \nWe will explore \n\nhumility\npatience\ncontentment\ndelight\n\n2. How We Act: Every skillful action makes for a better world. \nWe will explore \n\nkindness\nhonesty\ngenerosity\nright speech\n\n3. How We Relate: To take care of others is to take care of ourselves. \nWe will explore \n\nrespect\nforgiveness\ngratitude\nloyalty\n\n4. How We Find Meaning: If everything is changing many things are possible. \nWe will explore \n\naspiration\nprinciples\nservice\ncourage\n\nSchedule\nFirst weekend: Saturday 11 April 9:00 am to Sunday 12 April 4:00 pm \nSecond weekend: Saturday 6th June 9:00 am to Sunday 7th June  4:00 pm \nThis first workshop 11-12 April explores the first 8 guidelines. Through discussion\, connection and openheartedness we consider and reflect on what we think we know about each guideline and whether we can deepen that understanding even more to bring greater peace and harmony to our lives and  to our world. \nThe second workshop on 6-7 June continues to explore the final 8 guidelines and offers a way to move forward in our lives with purpose and resolve to bring more joy into our hearts and minds as well as to those around us. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis retreat welcomes participants of all ages and backgrounds who are seeking practical tools for meaningful change in their life\, home\, relationships\, community or workplace. It will be of particular interest to: Change-makers and anyone working in education\, healthcare\, or helping fields; Yoga\, mindfulness\, and embodiment teachers; Coaches\, mentors\, and those working in corporate or organisational well-being. \n\nBookings\nThe suggested donation for this two-day weekend course is $120 (meals and accommodation are not included). A donation of $120 covers the organizer’s  costs and helps sustain the Centre so they can continue offering teachings to the wider community. However – you are welcome to offer whatever amount you feel comfortable with. \nSangha are always able to attend our courses free of charge\, please contact spc@chenrezig.com.au for discount code to register. \nThis retreat will be held in the Wellbeing Centre\, in person only. \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit Chenrezig Institute – 16 Guidelines \nFacilitator\n\n\n\n\n\nVen. Tsultrim was ordained in 2009 at Chenrezig Institute in Australia. She has spent much of the last several years in India and Nepal doing retreat\, listening to different teachers from the Tibetan Buddhist lineages and visiting many pilgrimage sites. She is currently living at Chenrezig Institute and continue working at Karuna Hospice Service in Brisbane as a counsellor and the Spiritual Program Coordinator. She has worked for many years in suicide prevention and intervention.\nShe has a very strong conviction that most of us can find contentment in our lives irrespective of our external circumstances through understanding and training our minds\, particularly through using mindfulness. She has a Bachelor of Counselling\, a Bachelor of Social Science (Social Policy)\, and Master of International Studies (Peace and Conflict Resolution).
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/16g-building-inner-strength-retreat-at-chenrezig-institute-australia/
LOCATION: Chenrezig Institute Wellbeing Centre\, 33 Johnsons Road\, Eudlo\, Queensland\, 4554\, Australia
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Retreats
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Online Monday sessions organized by the Centre for Wisdom and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nEach session has a particular focus but you can attend the sessions independently of each other: \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nSchedule and Themes\nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions:- \n\n12-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart I The pursuit of happiness\n19-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: 19-20 A Mindful Heart II How. Things exist\n26-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart III Developing Healthy Self-Confidence\n2-2-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IV: Opening the Heart\n\nBreak rest of February and March \n\n13-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart V: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical Thinking\n20-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VI: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?\n27-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VII: Interconnection\n4-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VIII: Embracing Change\n11-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IX: Perception\n18-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart X: Transforming Harmful Emotions\n1-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XI: Empathy\n8-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XII: Cultivating Compassion\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are organized by The  centre for Wisdom and Compassion and are offered online on Mondays on the above dates \nSuggested donation:   25 kr. for each session (or more if you like) \nThe suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses\, direct costs and rent.  \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-online-monday-sessions-organized-by-the-centre-for-wisdom-and-compassion/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:Tong-Nyi Nying-Je Ling\, Denmark
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T200000
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SUMMARY:Online- Weekly Meditations on Ethics for a Meaningful Life
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nJoin a wonderful team of facilitators  for a series of Meditations and meaningful discussions based on the 16 Guidelines for Life\, an ethics and resilience program to build inner strength organized by Jamyang Buddhist  Centre in Leeds (UK). \nThis series is structured into 1 hour  sessions and is offered Wednesdays 7:00-8:00pm GMT (online). \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach hour-long gathering begins with a soothing meditation to calm your mind\, followed by an inspiring discussion on a core human value\, like patience for example\, that enriches your everyday life. We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embody that value fully.  \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  No registration required\, absolutely everyone welcome. \n\nSchedule:\n\nJanuary:7th: Kindness14th: Patience21st : Delight28th: Contentment \nFebruary:4th: Humility11th: Honesty18th: Gratitude25th: Loyalty \nMarch 4th: Respect11th: Forgiveness18th: Gratitude25th: Loyalty \nApril1st: Courage8th: Principles15th: Service22nd: Aspiration. \n\n\n\n\nHow to Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline on Zoom–Wednesdays from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm local time. \n\nFor more information and to get the Zoom link please visit the Jamyang Leeds Centre event calendar \nCost\nThis program is offered by donation. Please consider make an offering here.  \n  \nStart 2026 feeling inspired and connected!
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/weekly-secular-meditations-on-the-16-guidelines-for-a-happy-life-2/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260416T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:Rencontre mensuelle des 16 Attitudes | en ligne et en français
DESCRIPTION:Aperçu de la sesion:\nUne rencontre conviviale consacrée à explorer une pratique des ateliers sur les 16 Attitudes. Le 16 mars\, 16 avril\, 16 mai et 16 June\, 18.30- 19.30 CET. \nPlus d’infos:\n\n\nAdresse mail: hilary.educationuniverselle@gmail.com pour le lien de Zoom. \n  \nFacilitatrices:\nHilary McMichael-Anglaise d’origine\, méditerranéenne de cœur\, je suis investie dans les programmes d’Éducation Universelle depuis 2009\, d’abord en tant que traductrice des enseignantes venues de pays anglo-saxons\, ensuite comme formatrice. Je facilite désormais les 16 Attitudes ainsi que les Méthodes de Transformative Mindfulness (la Pleine Conscience Transformative) ainsi qu’un programme sur la compassion. Je suis aussi formatrice qualifiée pour enseigner le cycle MBSR (la réduction du stress et la gestion des émotions par la pleine conscience) de Jon Kabat-Zinn. J’aime beaucoup enseigner et partager ces pratiques avec des groupes et en session individuelle. La pleine conscience de notre corps\, de notre respiration et de notre esprit nous permet d’être mieux physiquement et mentalement. Ces programmes nous donnent des outils pratiques pour nous transformer. \nMa première passion de la peinture et du dessin\, (diplômée par l’École Nationale des Beaux-Arts de Montpellier) est devenue un moyen d’expression qui rassemble ma créativité et ma vie spirituelle. \nJardinière et randonneuse\, ma philosophie de vie m’amène vers la sobriété heureuse et joyeuse\, faite de valeurs d’accompagnement\, de paix et de confiance. \nMabel Odessey-Actuellement Mabel est étudiante en Masters ‘Mindfulness et Compassion’ à L’université de l’ouest de l’Ecosse (UWS). Elle est membre fondatrice d’Education Universelle France et a suivi des formations de FDCW. \nSon premier formation était aux Beaux Arts en Angleterre. Elle est photographe « engagée »\, travaillant sur des projets qui ouvrent au dialogue et contribuent\, avec les ateliers sténopés\, à changer les perceptions.Elle étudie le bouddhisme et le pratique depuis 2005. Mabel suit des enseignements et retraites de meditation chaque année. Elle amène sa créativité\, sa curiosité et sa joie de partager dans les stages de 16Attitudes. \nMabel est américaine et elle vit en France depuis 1992\, elle parle anglais et français. Une voyageuse de cœur\, elle est prête à se déplacer partout pour faciliter des ateliers.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/rencontre-mensuelle-des-16-attitudes-en-ligne-et-en-francais/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20260420T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20260420T130000
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Online Monday sessions organized by the Centre for Wisdom and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nEach session has a particular focus but you can attend the sessions independently of each other: \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nSchedule and Themes\nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions:- \n\n12-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart I The pursuit of happiness\n19-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: 19-20 A Mindful Heart II How. Things exist\n26-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart III Developing Healthy Self-Confidence\n2-2-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IV: Opening the Heart\n\nBreak rest of February and March \n\n13-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart V: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical Thinking\n20-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VI: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?\n27-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VII: Interconnection\n4-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VIII: Embracing Change\n11-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IX: Perception\n18-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart X: Transforming Harmful Emotions\n1-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XI: Empathy\n8-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XII: Cultivating Compassion\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are organized by The  centre for Wisdom and Compassion and are offered online on Mondays on the above dates \nSuggested donation:   25 kr. for each session (or more if you like) \nThe suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses\, direct costs and rent.  \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-online-monday-sessions-organized-by-the-centre-for-wisdom-and-compassion/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Tong-Nyi Nying-Je Ling\, Denmark
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260420T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260420T200000
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SUMMARY:En Ligne: Un Coeur Attentif  | en Français
DESCRIPTION:*Please note this series is offered in French. \nComprendre l’esprit pour transformer ses schémas destructeurs et donner du sens à sa vie\nAperçu des Séances :\n« Un cœur attentif » est un programme de 12 semaines\, développé par la Fondation pour le développement de la compassion et de la sagesse (FDCW)\, une organisation affiliée à la FPMT et qui propose des programmes laïques. \nCe programme s’inspire de celui créé par Pam Cayton\, « Créer des cultures de compassion »\, pour aider les participants à développer la compréhension du fonctionnement de leur esprit. L’objectif est de se libérer progressivement des schémas de pensée et des comportements destructeurs\, tout en cultivant une vie pleine de sens et des relations plus authentiques\, harmonieuses et empreintes de compassion. \nLe programme se déroule sur 12 séances d’une heure :\n\nSéance 1: La quête du bonheur\nSéance 2: Comprendre comment les choses existent\nSéance 3: Développer une saine confiance en soi\nSéance 4: La compassion – Ouvrir son cœur\nSéance 5: Pleine conscience\, réflexion et pensée critique\nSéance 6: L’intention consciente : Qu’est-ce que je veux vraiment ?\nSéance 7: L’interconnexion\nSéance 8: Accueillir le changement\nSéance 9: La perception\nSéance 10: Transformer les émotions néfastes\nSéance 11: L’empathie\nSéance 12: Cultiver la compassion\n\nChaque séance se composera d’un court enseignement\, de méditations guidées et d’un temps de partage. Pour ceux qui le souhaitent\, des liens vers des vidéos seront proposés pour approfondir le sujet entre chaque rencontre. \nCe programme est ouvert à tous. S’il est recommandé de suivre l’ensemble du programme\, il est possible de ne suivre qu’une partie des séances. \nSchedule\n\nDATE: Lundi soir\, 16 March-30 March. 20 &27April\, 11 May-25May\, 8 June-22 June\nHORAIRE: 19:00 -20:00 CET\nLIEU: En ligne\nFACILITATRICES: Virginie Cornet-Butcher et Isabelle\nPARTICIPATION: non adhérent : 5 €\, adhérent : 4 €\, membre soutien : 0 €\nINSCRIPTIONS ICI\n\n\n\n\n  \nMeet the Facilitators:\n\n\n\n\n\nPsychologue de formation\, Virginie Cornet-Boucher étudie le bouddhisme depuis une vingtaine d’années et elle est enseignante certifiée de la FPMT. Elle facilite différents ateliers au centre\, associant les savoirs de la psychologie occidentale et ceux de la psychologie bouddhiste. \nRésolument engagée dans les programmes et les pratiques du centre Kalachakra\, Isabelle est étudiante du PEBA (Programme d’Études Bouddhiques Approfondi) depuis trois ans ; elle conduit des méditations lors de différents rendez-vous (méditation du mercredi\, méditation du matin\, PEBA…
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/en-ligne-un-coeur-attentif-en-francais/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Centre Kalachakra\, 5 Pass. Delessert\, Paris\, 75010\, France
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T200000
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SUMMARY:Online- Weekly Meditations on Ethics for a Meaningful Life
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nJoin a wonderful team of facilitators  for a series of Meditations and meaningful discussions based on the 16 Guidelines for Life\, an ethics and resilience program to build inner strength organized by Jamyang Buddhist  Centre in Leeds (UK). \nThis series is structured into 1 hour  sessions and is offered Wednesdays 7:00-8:00pm GMT (online). \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach hour-long gathering begins with a soothing meditation to calm your mind\, followed by an inspiring discussion on a core human value\, like patience for example\, that enriches your everyday life. We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embody that value fully.  \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  No registration required\, absolutely everyone welcome. \n\nSchedule:\n\nJanuary:7th: Kindness14th: Patience21st : Delight28th: Contentment \nFebruary:4th: Humility11th: Honesty18th: Gratitude25th: Loyalty \nMarch 4th: Respect11th: Forgiveness18th: Gratitude25th: Loyalty \nApril1st: Courage8th: Principles15th: Service22nd: Aspiration. \n\n\n\n\nHow to Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline on Zoom–Wednesdays from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm local time. \n\nFor more information and to get the Zoom link please visit the Jamyang Leeds Centre event calendar \nCost\nThis program is offered by donation. Please consider make an offering here.  \n  \nStart 2026 feeling inspired and connected!
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/weekly-secular-meditations-on-the-16-guidelines-for-a-happy-life-2/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart Course in 4 Modules | at Chenrezig Institute (Australia)
DESCRIPTION:Feeling better starts with living better! \nAbout the Event\n\n\n\nA Mindful Heart is a new course developed by FDCW as part of Universal Education. It is designed to support participants in developing a deeper understanding of how the mind works and how this understanding can transform the way we relate to ourselves and others. \nThe course gently guides participants in recognising and gradually letting go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour\, while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. Through guided reflection\, participants are invited to explore their attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns\, gaining insight into how inner experiences shape outer realities. \nBy examining the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply interconnected we truly are. The course draws on both logical and scientific perspectives to explore the nature of the self and our relationships\, offering a balanced and accessible approach to inner inquiry. \nUltimately\, the personal transformation fostered through this course contributes to the creation of more compassionate cultures. How can one person influence a whole culture? The answer lies in understanding interdependence. Every action\, choice\, interaction\, and intention affects others and the broader environment. This principle of cause and effect lies at the heart of all life\, reminding us that individual transformation naturally ripples outward in meaningful ways. \nStructure\nThe course consists of 12 modules\, explored over three separate days\, with four modules each day. Each module builds on the previous one\, and each day builds upon the last. The time between sessions allows space for reflection and practice\, supporting participants to pause\, notice their inner experiences\, and reconnect with the heart of compassion and wisdom. \nThere will be plenty of opportunities for questions and discussion\, supporting the integration of insights and offering practical ways to live with greater mindfulness\, clarity\, and wisdom. \nSchedule\n\n28 March -Course day 1 : Modules 1-4\n25th April– Course day 2:  Modules 5-8\n27th June– Course day 3: Modules 9-12\n\nThis retreat will be held in the Gompa\, available to attend in person and online. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis retreat series welcomes participants of all ages and backgrounds who are seeking practical tools for meaningful change in their life\, home\, relationships\, community or workplace. It will be of particular interest to: Change-makers and anyone working in education\, healthcare\, or helping fields; Yoga\, mindfulness\, and embodiment teachers; Coaches\, mentors\, and those working in corporate or organisational well-being. \n\nBookings\nThe suggested donation for each day of the course is $75. However – you are welcome to offer whatever amount you feel comfortable with. \nSliding scale: $35-$75. \nSangha are always able to attend our courses free of charge\, please contact spc@chenrezig.com.au for discount code to register. \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit the Chenrezig Institute page \nFacilitator\n\n\n\n\n\nVen. Tsultrim was ordained in 2009 at Chenrezig Institute in Australia. She has spent much of the last several years in India and Nepal doing retreat\, listening to different teachers from the Tibetan Buddhist lineages and visiting many pilgrimage sites. She is currently living at Chenrezig Institute and continue working at Karuna Hospice Service in Brisbane as a counsellor and the Spiritual Program Coordinator. She has worked for many years in suicide prevention and intervention.\nShe has a very strong conviction that most of us can find contentment in our lives irrespective of our external circumstances through understanding and training our minds\, particularly through using mindfulness. She has a Bachelor of Counselling\, a Bachelor of Social Science (Social Policy)\, and Master of International Studies (Peace and Conflict Resolution).
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-course-in-4-modules-retreat-at-chenrezig-institute-australia-2/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Chenrezig Institute\, 3 Johnsons Road\, Eudlo\,\, Eudlo\, Queensland\, 4554\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation,Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20260427T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20260427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Online Monday sessions organized by the Centre for Wisdom and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nEach session has a particular focus but you can attend the sessions independently of each other: \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nSchedule and Themes\nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions:- \n\n12-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart I The pursuit of happiness\n19-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: 19-20 A Mindful Heart II How. Things exist\n26-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart III Developing Healthy Self-Confidence\n2-2-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IV: Opening the Heart\n\nBreak rest of February and March \n\n13-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart V: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical Thinking\n20-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VI: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?\n27-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VII: Interconnection\n4-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VIII: Embracing Change\n11-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IX: Perception\n18-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart X: Transforming Harmful Emotions\n1-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XI: Empathy\n8-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XII: Cultivating Compassion\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are organized by The  centre for Wisdom and Compassion and are offered online on Mondays on the above dates \nSuggested donation:   25 kr. for each session (or more if you like) \nThe suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses\, direct costs and rent.  \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-online-monday-sessions-organized-by-the-centre-for-wisdom-and-compassion/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Tong-Nyi Nying-Je Ling\, Denmark
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260427T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20260427T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:En Ligne: Un Coeur Attentif  | en Français
DESCRIPTION:*Please note this series is offered in French. \nComprendre l’esprit pour transformer ses schémas destructeurs et donner du sens à sa vie\nAperçu des Séances :\n« Un cœur attentif » est un programme de 12 semaines\, développé par la Fondation pour le développement de la compassion et de la sagesse (FDCW)\, une organisation affiliée à la FPMT et qui propose des programmes laïques. \nCe programme s’inspire de celui créé par Pam Cayton\, « Créer des cultures de compassion »\, pour aider les participants à développer la compréhension du fonctionnement de leur esprit. L’objectif est de se libérer progressivement des schémas de pensée et des comportements destructeurs\, tout en cultivant une vie pleine de sens et des relations plus authentiques\, harmonieuses et empreintes de compassion. \nLe programme se déroule sur 12 séances d’une heure :\n\nSéance 1: La quête du bonheur\nSéance 2: Comprendre comment les choses existent\nSéance 3: Développer une saine confiance en soi\nSéance 4: La compassion – Ouvrir son cœur\nSéance 5: Pleine conscience\, réflexion et pensée critique\nSéance 6: L’intention consciente : Qu’est-ce que je veux vraiment ?\nSéance 7: L’interconnexion\nSéance 8: Accueillir le changement\nSéance 9: La perception\nSéance 10: Transformer les émotions néfastes\nSéance 11: L’empathie\nSéance 12: Cultiver la compassion\n\nChaque séance se composera d’un court enseignement\, de méditations guidées et d’un temps de partage. Pour ceux qui le souhaitent\, des liens vers des vidéos seront proposés pour approfondir le sujet entre chaque rencontre. \nCe programme est ouvert à tous. S’il est recommandé de suivre l’ensemble du programme\, il est possible de ne suivre qu’une partie des séances. \nSchedule\n\nDATE: Lundi soir\, 16 March-30 March. 20 &27April\, 11 May-25May\, 8 June-22 June\nHORAIRE: 19:00 -20:00 CET\nLIEU: En ligne\nFACILITATRICES: Virginie Cornet-Butcher et Isabelle\nPARTICIPATION: non adhérent : 5 €\, adhérent : 4 €\, membre soutien : 0 €\nINSCRIPTIONS ICI\n\n\n\n\n  \nMeet the Facilitators:\n\n\n\n\n\nPsychologue de formation\, Virginie Cornet-Boucher étudie le bouddhisme depuis une vingtaine d’années et elle est enseignante certifiée de la FPMT. Elle facilite différents ateliers au centre\, associant les savoirs de la psychologie occidentale et ceux de la psychologie bouddhiste. \nRésolument engagée dans les programmes et les pratiques du centre Kalachakra\, Isabelle est étudiante du PEBA (Programme d’Études Bouddhiques Approfondi) depuis trois ans ; elle conduit des méditations lors de différents rendez-vous (méditation du mercredi\, méditation du matin\, PEBA…
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/en-ligne-un-coeur-attentif-en-francais/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Centre Kalachakra\, 5 Pass. Delessert\, Paris\, 75010\, France
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Centre Kalachakra":MAILTO:info@centre-kalachakra.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260430T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20260503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
CREATED:20260226T174233Z
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SUMMARY:The Invisible Thread that support Us: a Radical exploration of conscious Living and Dying - a Residential retreat with Bruno Rizzi
DESCRIPTION:Life and death are not separate—they are deeply intertwined. What nourishes one inevitably supports the other. \nAbout the retreat\n\n\n\nA retreat to explore and strengthen the inner dimension that characterizes us as human beings\, recognizing that life and death are deeply connected. We will learn to recognize this fundamental dimension\, to cultivate it and integrate it as a source of serenity\, clarity\, and acceptance\, both in life and at its end. \nIt is designed using the approach and methodology of Universal Education\, integrating diverse spiritual perspectives with experiences from palliative care\, psychology\, and science. \nDuring the retreat\, we will maintain silence outside of the sessions\, and we recommend disconnecting from social media to fully immerse ourselves in this experience of calm\, reflection\, and inner discovery. \nWhy this Retreat?\nExperience shows us time and again that\, especially when death approaches\, we need to be aware of our values\, of what gives us meaning and offers us true support. This also happens in everyday life when we face significant challenges\, showing us how these two dimensions\, life and death\, have much in common. \nThese are aspects of the spiritual dimension within us\, since we are not only physical\, emotional\, and psychic entities\, but we are also part of a much broader and often mysterious context. \nThe purpose of this retreat is to explore\, recognize\, and learn to trust this fundamental dimension that characterizes us as human beings and that we often unconsciously long for. It is about appreciating that we need it and being able to cultivate and integrate it as an important basis for a fuller\, more conscious\, and peaceful life\, as well as for an end of life filled with confidence and security. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis retreat is open to anyone interested in exploring the themes of life\, death\, and impermanence—whether for personal growth\, spiritual development\, or professional practice in caregiving roles. \nLanguage\nThe sessions will be offered in English with Spanish translation. \n\nBookings\nThis is a residential retreat and the price includes accommodation\, all meals ( vegetarian) and the teachings. Spaces are limited to ensure a safe and intimate group setting. \n➡️ For more information and to reserve your spot\, please visit the Nagarjuna Alicante website\nWe encourage early booking to secure your place in this meaningful exploration. \nJoin us on this journey of deep reflection and transformation. Together\, we will explore how to live—and die—with greater awareness\, compassion\, and peace. \n“Death in itself is not fearful\, it is our mind that makes it terrifying”\n-Lama Zopa Rinpoche- \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacilitator- Bruno Rizzi-\nBruno has been practicing Buddhism since 1980\, when he met Ven. Lama Thubten Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche in Italy. He lived as an ordained monk for seven years\, studying at Nalanda Monastery in France\, as well as in India and Nepal. \nFor the past 22 years\, he has worked as a palliative care nurse at Christophorus Hospiz in Munich\, Germany. For the last 15 years\, he has been leading workshops and retreats on the topic “Confronting Death\, Finding Meaning in Life.” \nHe is an accredited 16 Guidelines facilitator and collaborates with Universal Education – FDCW (Foundation for the Development of Compassion and Wisdom).
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-radical-exploration-of-conscious-living-and-dying/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Alicante\, Calle Ruperto Chapí\, 9\, El Campello\, Alicante\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
CREATED:20260325T174859Z
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles with Conversations that Matter: Gaining Clarity and Mutual Understanding
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circles with Conversations That Matter \nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitator Janna Weiss and Maria Trottman open to everybody! \nA new series of 5 sessions based on the 16 Guidelines resource: Conversations That Matter \nConversations That Matter offers a new way of bringing inspiration for wise and compassionate action based on the 16 Guidelines for Life. \nSessions Schedule:\n5 Sundays from May 3 to May 31 – You can join any session! \n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm GMT / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. \nThe 5 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Find Meaning \n\nMay 3 Wisdom Theme: How We Find Meaning\nMay 10 Aspiration\nMay 17 Principles\nMay 24 Service\nMay 31 Courage\n\nPlease come on time and plan on staying for the full 90 minutes. \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can strengthen clarity\, presence\, and mutual understanding. Drop-ins welcome! \nIf you join\, please come on time and plan on staying for the full 90 minutes. \nJoin Zoom Here  \nWho are these sessions for?\nThese Online Empathy Circles are for people of all ages\, backgrounds and ideas\, who are looking for practical tools to create positive transformation in their homes\, individual lives\, relationships\, community\, or workplace \nAbout the Empathy Circles\nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing and deepening listening and empathy skills\, as well as\, nurturing an empathic way of being. \nThe Empathy Circle provides a clearly structured dialogue process that supports respectful dialogue\, and equal participation. Participants take turns listening without giving advice\, interrupting\, or debating\, and each speaker feels fully heard and understood. \nThe practice is practical and applicable to everyday conversations\, and when navigating difficult conversations. The Empathy Circle practice not only hones empathy but also fosters a range of valuable skills\, such as communication and conflict management skills\, making it a powerful tool for personal growth\, conflict resolutions and meaningful dialogue. \nThe Empathy Circle was developed by Edwin Rutsch\, founder and director of The Empathy Center\, based on the work of psychologist Carl Rogers. The four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring \nIf you want to know more about the Empathy Circles\, please check  the June 2023 Summit\, and Empathy Circles with CTM/16G at the Nov 2024 Empathy Summit\, as well as other circles that Janna and others have led. \nWatch: How To Take Part in a Basic Empathy Circle ~ 9 minutes \nPosted here with transcript\, and here on Janna’s YouTube \nAbout the facilitators:\nJanna is an acupuncturist and herbalist\, and teaches mind science in New York City. She holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin in Biological Sciences—Botany (ethnobotany). Janna is also a human rights activist\, for peace\, for Tibet\, for the rights of people with psychosocial disabilities\, and for the real rights of children and families. Janna began studying Tibetan Buddhism in 2005. She is a trained 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator and Trainer. \nMaria is an Empathy Circle Facilitator and a student of the 16 Guidelines. She is passionate about Empathy Circles and the way this simple dialogue structure\, grounded in active listening\, can foster connection\, clarity\, and mutuality. Maria holds a PhD in Economics and works as a data analyst in the health sector. \nSupporting Janna and the Empathy Circles: please\, consider supporting Janna so that she can continue to offer these transformative sessions by making a donation scanning the QR code below or by making a donation on the dedicated page  https://tinyurl.com/nhcxcrcw \nJoin Zoom Here
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/empathy-circles-with-conversations-that-matter-gaining-clarity-and-mutual-understanding-2/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20260504T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20260504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Online Monday sessions organized by the Centre for Wisdom and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nEach session has a particular focus but you can attend the sessions independently of each other: \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nSchedule and Themes\nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions:- \n\n12-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart I The pursuit of happiness\n19-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: 19-20 A Mindful Heart II How. Things exist\n26-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart III Developing Healthy Self-Confidence\n2-2-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IV: Opening the Heart\n\nBreak rest of February and March \n\n13-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart V: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical Thinking\n20-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VI: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?\n27-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VII: Interconnection\n4-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VIII: Embracing Change\n11-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IX: Perception\n18-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart X: Transforming Harmful Emotions\n1-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XI: Empathy\n8-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XII: Cultivating Compassion\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are organized by The  centre for Wisdom and Compassion and are offered online on Mondays on the above dates \nSuggested donation:   25 kr. for each session (or more if you like) \nThe suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses\, direct costs and rent.  \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-online-monday-sessions-organized-by-the-centre-for-wisdom-and-compassion/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Tong-Nyi Nying-Je Ling\, Denmark
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles with Conversations that Matter: Gaining Clarity and Mutual Understanding
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circles with Conversations That Matter \nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitator Janna Weiss and Maria Trottman open to everybody! \nA new series of 5 sessions based on the 16 Guidelines resource: Conversations That Matter \nConversations That Matter offers a new way of bringing inspiration for wise and compassionate action based on the 16 Guidelines for Life. \nSessions Schedule:\n5 Sundays from May 3 to May 31 – You can join any session! \n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm GMT / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. \nThe 5 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Find Meaning \n\nMay 3 Wisdom Theme: How We Find Meaning\nMay 10 Aspiration\nMay 17 Principles\nMay 24 Service\nMay 31 Courage\n\nPlease come on time and plan on staying for the full 90 minutes. \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can strengthen clarity\, presence\, and mutual understanding. Drop-ins welcome! \nIf you join\, please come on time and plan on staying for the full 90 minutes. \nJoin Zoom Here  \nWho are these sessions for?\nThese Online Empathy Circles are for people of all ages\, backgrounds and ideas\, who are looking for practical tools to create positive transformation in their homes\, individual lives\, relationships\, community\, or workplace \nAbout the Empathy Circles\nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing and deepening listening and empathy skills\, as well as\, nurturing an empathic way of being. \nThe Empathy Circle provides a clearly structured dialogue process that supports respectful dialogue\, and equal participation. Participants take turns listening without giving advice\, interrupting\, or debating\, and each speaker feels fully heard and understood. \nThe practice is practical and applicable to everyday conversations\, and when navigating difficult conversations. The Empathy Circle practice not only hones empathy but also fosters a range of valuable skills\, such as communication and conflict management skills\, making it a powerful tool for personal growth\, conflict resolutions and meaningful dialogue. \nThe Empathy Circle was developed by Edwin Rutsch\, founder and director of The Empathy Center\, based on the work of psychologist Carl Rogers. The four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring \nIf you want to know more about the Empathy Circles\, please check  the June 2023 Summit\, and Empathy Circles with CTM/16G at the Nov 2024 Empathy Summit\, as well as other circles that Janna and others have led. \nWatch: How To Take Part in a Basic Empathy Circle ~ 9 minutes \nPosted here with transcript\, and here on Janna’s YouTube \nAbout the facilitators:\nJanna is an acupuncturist and herbalist\, and teaches mind science in New York City. She holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin in Biological Sciences—Botany (ethnobotany). Janna is also a human rights activist\, for peace\, for Tibet\, for the rights of people with psychosocial disabilities\, and for the real rights of children and families. Janna began studying Tibetan Buddhism in 2005. She is a trained 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator and Trainer. \nMaria is an Empathy Circle Facilitator and a student of the 16 Guidelines. She is passionate about Empathy Circles and the way this simple dialogue structure\, grounded in active listening\, can foster connection\, clarity\, and mutuality. Maria holds a PhD in Economics and works as a data analyst in the health sector. \nSupporting Janna and the Empathy Circles: please\, consider supporting Janna so that she can continue to offer these transformative sessions by making a donation scanning the QR code below or by making a donation on the dedicated page  https://tinyurl.com/nhcxcrcw \nJoin Zoom Here
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/empathy-circles-with-conversations-that-matter-gaining-clarity-and-mutual-understanding-2/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20260511T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20260511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232128
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Heart: Online Monday sessions organized by the Centre for Wisdom and Compassion
DESCRIPTION:About the Sessions\nThe Mindful Heart course is inspired by the Creating Compassionate Cultures program (“CCC”) by Pam Cayton\, and developed by the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. \nGrounded in three core pathways of learning: Knowledge\, Strength\, and Compassion. These pathways guide you towards a happier\, more meaningful life by fostering inner growth and a warmer connection with others. \nDesigned to help you develop a deeper understanding of how the mind works. The aim is to gradually let go of destructive patterns of thought and behaviour while cultivating a healthy sense of self-confidence and a deep\, compassionate connection with others. \nYou are invited to reflect on your attitudes\, perceptions\, and emotional patterns. By exploring the workings of our own minds and the nature of our interdependence with others and the world around us\, we begin to see how deeply connected our inner and outer realities truly are. \nWe examine both logical and scientific perspectives on the nature of the self and our relationships with others. \nWhy joining\nAre you keen to work on your well-being and want to connect with others trying to make their life a little better for themselves and those around them?  \nEach  gathering begins with a calming meditation to fully arrive\, followed by an inspiring discussion on  a way of being that enriches your everyday life such as interconnection\, empathy\, compassion… We then dive into a focused meditation designed to help you embrace that way of being fully. \nEach session has a particular focus but you can attend the sessions independently of each other: \n\nOpen to all\, beginners and experienced students alike!  \n\nSchedule and Themes\nThe course is delivered in 12 sessions:- \n\n12-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart I The pursuit of happiness\n19-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: 19-20 A Mindful Heart II How. Things exist\n26-1-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart III Developing Healthy Self-Confidence\n2-2-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IV: Opening the Heart\n\nBreak rest of February and March \n\n13-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart V: Mindfulness\, Reflection and Critical Thinking\n20-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VI: Mindful Intention: What do I really want?\n27-4-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VII: Interconnection\n4-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart VIII: Embracing Change\n11-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart IX: Perception\n18-5-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart X: Transforming Harmful Emotions\n1-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XI: Empathy\n8-6-2026 from 19.00-20.00: A Mindful Heart XII: Cultivating Compassion\n\n\n\n\nHow to Register and Join \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions are organized by The  centre for Wisdom and Compassion and are offered online on Mondays on the above dates \nSuggested donation:   25 kr. for each session (or more if you like) \nThe suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses\, direct costs and rent.  \nFor more information and to register\, please visit the event page
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/a-mindful-heart-online-monday-sessions-organized-by-the-centre-for-wisdom-and-compassion/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Tong-Nyi Nying-Je Ling\, Denmark
CATEGORIES:Dialogues,Meditation
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