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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 Wednesdays in 4 online sessions from April 2\, 2025 – April 23\, 2025. Online with Real Time Meetings from 9 AM – 12:00 PM ( local time) \n\n Wednesdays\, April 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 (9am – 12pm)\n\nMore info\, bookings and cost:\nThe course fee is $365 CAD \nFor more information and bookings\, please visit the University of Toronto web page \nAbout 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/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 10.00 – 11.00 am CE(S)T\,\nDATES: Sundays from 19th January – 4th  May 2025\nONLINE: Join Zoom here – Passcode: 353076\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support Maitreya Institute\, please make a donation using this link . The meditations will be recorded and made available to you to use them during the week. Please send us an email if you would like to join us to get access to the recordings.\n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nFacilitator\nVen. Gönpo is  an accredited FDCW facilitator and a Buddhist monk based in Australia. He  discovered Buddhism as a child through martial arts movies and TV shows\, this was the inspiration for the childhood dream of becoming a wandering kung fu monk. It was a few decades before part of that dream could be realized with many other life adventures distracting him from the spiritual path in his teens and twenties. \nIt wasn’t until he was in his thirties that Gönpo began to really understand the power of Buddhist teachings when he used them to navigate the emotional roller-coaster of life’s many experiences such as a marriage break down and raising children alone. Fortunately\, due the kindness of his teachers and great good karma\, after his children finished school\, Gönpo was able to fulfil the long-held dream of becoming a monk\, albeit without the kung fu. Ending a 20-year career as a high school teacher of languages\, he become a wandering monk spending time studying and meditating in Europe\, India and Nepal before returning to his hometown\, Brisbane\, to take up the role of Spiritual Care Practitioner at Karuna Hospice Services\, giving care and support to people with life limiting illnesses and their families. \nIn his time as a school teacher\, it was the feedback from students around mindfulness practices and life lessons that had the biggest impact on Gönpo\, motivating him to become a 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life facilitator. In his sessions\, Gönpo encourages discussion and deep engagement in the topics\, challenging participants to examine their own ways of thinking. Through understanding how we are now\, we are better equipped to develop the habits that will bring us closer to how we want to be\, interacting with our own minds and the people around us in ways that will make us and the communities we live in\, happier and healthier. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Maitreya Institute website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute/2025-04-13/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 10.00 – 11.00 am CE(S)T\,\nDATES: Sundays from 19th January – 4th  May 2025\nONLINE: Join Zoom here – Passcode: 353076\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support Maitreya Institute\, please make a donation using this link . The meditations will be recorded and made available to you to use them during the week. Please send us an email if you would like to join us to get access to the recordings.\n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nFacilitator\nVen. Gönpo is  an accredited FDCW facilitator and a Buddhist monk based in Australia. He  discovered Buddhism as a child through martial arts movies and TV shows\, this was the inspiration for the childhood dream of becoming a wandering kung fu monk. It was a few decades before part of that dream could be realized with many other life adventures distracting him from the spiritual path in his teens and twenties. \nIt wasn’t until he was in his thirties that Gönpo began to really understand the power of Buddhist teachings when he used them to navigate the emotional roller-coaster of life’s many experiences such as a marriage break down and raising children alone. Fortunately\, due the kindness of his teachers and great good karma\, after his children finished school\, Gönpo was able to fulfil the long-held dream of becoming a monk\, albeit without the kung fu. Ending a 20-year career as a high school teacher of languages\, he become a wandering monk spending time studying and meditating in Europe\, India and Nepal before returning to his hometown\, Brisbane\, to take up the role of Spiritual Care Practitioner at Karuna Hospice Services\, giving care and support to people with life limiting illnesses and their families. \nIn his time as a school teacher\, it was the feedback from students around mindfulness practices and life lessons that had the biggest impact on Gönpo\, motivating him to become a 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life facilitator. In his sessions\, Gönpo encourages discussion and deep engagement in the topics\, challenging participants to examine their own ways of thinking. Through understanding how we are now\, we are better equipped to develop the habits that will bring us closer to how we want to be\, interacting with our own minds and the people around us in ways that will make us and the communities we live in\, happier and healthier. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Maitreya Institute website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute/2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T193000
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles with Conversations that Matter facilitated by Janna Weiss
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circle with Conversations That Matter\nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitator Janna Weiss 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 April to May – You can join any session! \n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm BST / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. \nThe 5 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Think \nApril 20 Wisdom Theme 1: How We Think\nApril 27 Humility\nMay 4 Patience\nMay 11 Contentment\nMay 18 Delight / Joy for the success of others / Celebratory love \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. Drop-ins welcome! \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 structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard\, fostering mutual understanding and connection. 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. \nPosted here with transcript\, and here on Janna’s YouTube \nAbout the facilitator:\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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator. \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-circle-with-conversations-that-matter-3/2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 10.00 – 11.00 am CE(S)T\,\nDATES: Sundays from 19th January – 4th  May 2025\nONLINE: Join Zoom here – Passcode: 353076\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support Maitreya Institute\, please make a donation using this link . The meditations will be recorded and made available to you to use them during the week. Please send us an email if you would like to join us to get access to the recordings.\n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nFacilitator\nVen. Gönpo is  an accredited FDCW facilitator and a Buddhist monk based in Australia. He  discovered Buddhism as a child through martial arts movies and TV shows\, this was the inspiration for the childhood dream of becoming a wandering kung fu monk. It was a few decades before part of that dream could be realized with many other life adventures distracting him from the spiritual path in his teens and twenties. \nIt wasn’t until he was in his thirties that Gönpo began to really understand the power of Buddhist teachings when he used them to navigate the emotional roller-coaster of life’s many experiences such as a marriage break down and raising children alone. Fortunately\, due the kindness of his teachers and great good karma\, after his children finished school\, Gönpo was able to fulfil the long-held dream of becoming a monk\, albeit without the kung fu. Ending a 20-year career as a high school teacher of languages\, he become a wandering monk spending time studying and meditating in Europe\, India and Nepal before returning to his hometown\, Brisbane\, to take up the role of Spiritual Care Practitioner at Karuna Hospice Services\, giving care and support to people with life limiting illnesses and their families. \nIn his time as a school teacher\, it was the feedback from students around mindfulness practices and life lessons that had the biggest impact on Gönpo\, motivating him to become a 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life facilitator. In his sessions\, Gönpo encourages discussion and deep engagement in the topics\, challenging participants to examine their own ways of thinking. Through understanding how we are now\, we are better equipped to develop the habits that will bring us closer to how we want to be\, interacting with our own minds and the people around us in ways that will make us and the communities we live in\, happier and healthier. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Maitreya Institute website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T180000
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles with Conversations that Matter facilitated by Janna Weiss
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circle with Conversations That Matter\nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitator Janna Weiss 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 April to May – You can join any session! \n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm BST / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. \nThe 5 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Think \nApril 20 Wisdom Theme 1: How We Think\nApril 27 Humility\nMay 4 Patience\nMay 11 Contentment\nMay 18 Delight / Joy for the success of others / Celebratory love \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. Drop-ins welcome! \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 structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard\, fostering mutual understanding and connection. 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. \nPosted here with transcript\, and here on Janna’s YouTube \nAbout the facilitator:\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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator. \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-circle-with-conversations-that-matter-3/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
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SUMMARY:16G L1 | Building Inner Strength: An innovative Co-facilitated Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to transform the way you think\, act\, relate\, and create meaning in your life? \nAbout the Course\nThe 16 Guidelines for Life – Level 1 is a dynamic and interactive course designed to help you cultivate inner wisdom\, emotional resilience\, and deeper connections with yourself and others. Based on ancient wisdom and modern science\, the 16 Guidelines offer practical tools for personal growth\, mindfulness\, and ethical leadership—empowering you to bring more clarity\, compassion\, and purpose into your daily life. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is perfect for anyone seeking personal growth\, mindfulness practitioners\, educators\, coaches\, leaders\, and changemakers who want to bring positive transformation into their lives and communities. \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\nSchedule:\nFour Thursdays in May 1\, 8\, 15\, & 22\, 2025 \n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM (UK Time) \n\nBookings \nFor more information and bookings\, please email Kitty on: kitty_dcosta@hotmail.co.uk. \nConcessions are available upon request\, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. \nFacilitators\n🌟 Claudia van Zuiden – An international speaker\, coach\, and trainer\, Claudia is the CEO & Founder of Solution Ways and Co-Founder of Conscious World Agents. With over 30 years of experience in holistic leadership\, personal development\, and mindfulness education\, she integrates neuroscience\, ethics\, and solution-focused approaches to help individuals and organizations thrive. She is accredited to facilitate Level 1\, 2\, and 16G for children and teens\, as well as Unlocking Your Potential. Claudia is passionate about compassionate leadership\, mindfulness\, and empowering people to lead with purpose. \n🌟 Kitty D’Costa – A dedicated 16 Guidelines Trainer with over 20 years of experience in mindfulness\, meditation\, and mental health support. Kitty has worked extensively in the field of substance misuse and mental well-being\, bringing deep insights into self-awareness\, emotional resilience\, and personal transformation. Her facilitation style is warm\, engaging\, and deeply practical—helping participants integrate mindfulness into their daily lives. \n🌟 Karl Grey – A qualified counsellor\, engineer\, and experienced 16 Guidelines facilitator. With a diverse background across multiple fields\, Karl brings a unique and insightful approach to his work. His deep understanding of the 16 Guidelines allows him to integrate their principles effectively\, offering valuable guidance and support in both personal and professional settings. Karl’s broad expertise and thoughtful approach empower others to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and purpose. \n🌟 Gillian Watt – An experienced mindfulness practitioner\, facilitator\, and educator\, Gillian has a background in community development\, coaching\, and personal growth. With a strong focus on creating positive change through mindful leadership\, she helps individuals and teams build resilience\, enhance well-being\, and cultivate a deeper sense of meaning in their lives. Gillian is passionate about empowering others to unlock their potential through the 16 Guidelines framework.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/16g-l1-building-inner-strength-an-innovative-co-facilitated-online-course/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250504T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250504T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250115T110301Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditations for a more Peaceful Life Organized by Maitreya Institute
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 10.00 – 11.00 am CE(S)T\,\nDATES: Sundays from 19th January – 4th  May 2025\nONLINE: Join Zoom here – Passcode: 353076\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support Maitreya Institute\, please make a donation using this link . The meditations will be recorded and made available to you to use them during the week. Please send us an email if you would like to join us to get access to the recordings.\n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nFacilitator\nVen. Gönpo is  an accredited FDCW facilitator and a Buddhist monk based in Australia. He  discovered Buddhism as a child through martial arts movies and TV shows\, this was the inspiration for the childhood dream of becoming a wandering kung fu monk. It was a few decades before part of that dream could be realized with many other life adventures distracting him from the spiritual path in his teens and twenties. \nIt wasn’t until he was in his thirties that Gönpo began to really understand the power of Buddhist teachings when he used them to navigate the emotional roller-coaster of life’s many experiences such as a marriage break down and raising children alone. Fortunately\, due the kindness of his teachers and great good karma\, after his children finished school\, Gönpo was able to fulfil the long-held dream of becoming a monk\, albeit without the kung fu. Ending a 20-year career as a high school teacher of languages\, he become a wandering monk spending time studying and meditating in Europe\, India and Nepal before returning to his hometown\, Brisbane\, to take up the role of Spiritual Care Practitioner at Karuna Hospice Services\, giving care and support to people with life limiting illnesses and their families. \nIn his time as a school teacher\, it was the feedback from students around mindfulness practices and life lessons that had the biggest impact on Gönpo\, motivating him to become a 16 Guidelines for a Happy Life facilitator. In his sessions\, Gönpo encourages discussion and deep engagement in the topics\, challenging participants to examine their own ways of thinking. Through understanding how we are now\, we are better equipped to develop the habits that will bring us closer to how we want to be\, interacting with our own minds and the people around us in ways that will make us and the communities we live in\, happier and healthier. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Maitreya Institute website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute/2025-05-04/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250504T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250504T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250327T104538Z
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles with Conversations that Matter facilitated by Janna Weiss
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circle with Conversations That Matter\nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitator Janna Weiss 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 April to May – You can join any session! \n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm BST / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. \nThe 5 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Think \nApril 20 Wisdom Theme 1: How We Think\nApril 27 Humility\nMay 4 Patience\nMay 11 Contentment\nMay 18 Delight / Joy for the success of others / Celebratory love \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. Drop-ins welcome! \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 structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard\, fostering mutual understanding and connection. 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. \nPosted here with transcript\, and here on Janna’s YouTube \nAbout the facilitator:\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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator. \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-circle-with-conversations-that-matter-3/2025-05-04/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250511T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250507T144300Z
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SUMMARY:Meditando con las 16 Actitudes | Presencial | Nagarjuna Madrid
DESCRIPTION:These sessions are led in Spanish. \nSobre la sesión:\nEn esta mañana de meditación\, Marisa Femenía nos llevara a investigar por nosotros mismos\, a través de la meditación analítica\, las ventajas y las desventajas de utilizar cada una de las 16 Actitudes y su opuesta\, respectivamente; así como la forma de aplicarlas en nuestra vida cotidiana. \nEl domingo\, 11 de Mayo\, la propuesta es trabajar con «La Honestidad». \nPor qué la Honestidad?\n“En una época de engaño universal\, decir la verdad se convierte en un acto revolucionario”. \nGeorge Orwell \nA todos nos gustaría construir una sociedad digna de confianza. Una sociedad en la que la honradez\, esa palabra tan antigua\, la justicia y la ética fueran el fundamento. Desgraciadamente\, la sensación generalizada que tenemos va en sentido contrario. \nPor lo tanto\, puede ser un momento oportuno en nuestras vidas para descubrir el potencial transformador que tiene la honestidad. \nNuestra verdad es limitada. Puede que no sea la Verdad Universal\, pero siendo sinceros con nosotros mismos\, renunciando a la mentira y al engaño\, siempre podemos romper con el patrón que nos ha llevado a traicionarnos tantas veces. Y\, al mismo tiempo\, valorando el bienestar de los demás como el propio\, podemos contribuir poco a poco a una cultura más íntegra y equilibrada. \nEl ejemplo que hoy nos sirve como compromiso con la honestidad es Pepe Mújica\, ex-presidente de Uruguay. No todas las personas que admiramos son perfectas desde su nacimiento. Tienen errores y equivocaciones como nosotros. Sin embargo\, el proceso de la vida les ha llevado a actividades que pueden servir a otros de inspiración. \nEn muchas ocasiones\, a través de intensos sufrimientos que han abierto sus ojos hacia una vida más compasiva y humilde. Y\, como en el caso de Mújica\, renunciando a la venganza y al poder económico\, para ponerse al servicio de muchos que lo necesitan. \nEstructura de la Sesión\nLa actividad consta de una breve introducción\, varias sesiones de meditación y reflexión conjunta sobre las experiencias de las meditaciones. \nEsta sesión forma parte de un ciclo de meditaciones interactivas inspiradas en 16 Actitudes para una Vida con Sentido (16A). \nA quien van dirigidas estas sesiones?\nEstas sesiones son aptas para personas de cualquier fe\, religión o creencia. y culturas\, y no requieren conocimientos previos. \nHorario y reservas\nLas sesiones se ofrecen periodicamente en el centro Nagarjuna de Madrid\, de 11 a 14 horas ( hora de la peninsula). Para mas información y detalles sobre como inscribirte\, por favor visita la web del Centro Nagarjuna \nFacilitadora: Marisa Femenia.  \nMarisa has a background in education working for 30 years as an elementary teacher. She met the Buddhist teachings when she turned 30 and for many years she tried to convey to the children what she was learning from her teachers. Currently she coordinates the Universal Education group in Madrid.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/meditando-con-las-16-actitudes-presencial-nagarjuna-madrid-2/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Madrid\, Avenida de Pedro Diez\, 21 Bis (duplicado) Planta 1\, Puerta 1\, 28019 Madrid\, Madrid\, 28019\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250327T104538Z
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles with Conversations that Matter facilitated by Janna Weiss
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circle with Conversations That Matter\nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitator Janna Weiss 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 April to May – You can join any session! \n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET / 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm BST / 10:00 am – 11:30 am PT\, please check\nyour time zone here. \nThe 5 sessions will explore the Wisdom Theme: How We Think \nApril 20 Wisdom Theme 1: How We Think\nApril 27 Humility\nMay 4 Patience\nMay 11 Contentment\nMay 18 Delight / Joy for the success of others / Celebratory love \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. Drop-ins welcome! \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 structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard\, fostering mutual understanding and connection. 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. \nPosted here with transcript\, and here on Janna’s YouTube \nAbout the facilitator:\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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator. \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-circle-with-conversations-that-matter-3/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250525T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20241126T164107Z
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SUMMARY:Compassion et Autocompassion - 2 day Retreat with Hilary McMichael
DESCRIPTION:*Please note\, this weekend retreat is offered in French \n\n\nUne définition de la compassion pourrait s’articuler ainsi : une sensibilité à la souffrance\, tant en nous-même qu’en autrui\, associée à un engagement pour alléger et prévenir cette souffrance. \n\n\n\n\nLa dimension courageuse de la compassion réside dans la volonté d’appréhender la nature et les origines de la souffrance\, qu’elle émane de nous\, des autres\, ou de la condition humaine. Cette bienveillance se déploie dans trois directions: manifester de la compassion envers autrui\, accueillir la compassion d’autrui\, et cultiver une compassion envers notre propre être. \n\n\n\n\nL’autocompassion se présente comme la capacité de nous prodiguer les mêmes douceurs et égards que nous réservons naturellement à un ami cher. \n\n\nOverview \nL’atelier sur la compassion et la pleine conscience est une exploration créative et joyeuse de nouvelles voies de vie. Celle-ci débute en notre for intérieur\, envers cette personne que nous négligeons bien souvent au profit des autres êtres. \nProgressivement\, ce cercle d’amour s’étend jusqu’à reconnaître l’interconnexion qui nous relie à toute chose\, et à se sentir en harmonie avec la vie. \n\n« Si les mots sortent du cœur\, ils vont entrer dans le cœur. » \nRûmi. \n\n\nFormat\nCes ateliers sont expérientiels avec des exercices et des pratiques concrètes. En s’appuyant sur des techniques ancrées dans la compassion et la pleine conscience\, nous apprenons à traverser nos moments de peine et de douleur. Cette approche nous invite à avoir davantage de douceur et à juger moins sévèrement nos imperfections. Ces pratiques autorisent les participants à aborder les moments ardues de leur existence avec bienveillance\, présence et compréhension. La dimension de la mindfulness constitue le point d’entrée pour une prise de conscience approfondie du fonctionnement de notre esprit et de nos habitudes. \n\n\n\n\nPlutôt que d’ignorer votre douleur\, offrez-vous une pause\, une inspiration\, et dites-vous : ” En ce moment\, c’est réellement difficile. Comment puis-je me réconforter et prendre soin de moi ? ” \nL’atelier se déroule dans différents formats. \n\nUne à deux jours en résidentiel\nSix séances de deux heures par semaine en ligne par visio\nDes matinées ou soirées thématiques en ligne par visio\n\n\n\n\nBookings and Cost:\n\n\n\nTarif: 75€\nTarif réduit sur demande\nPour plus d’informations et pour les réservations\, veuillez consulter: https://educationuniversellefrance.fr/compassion/ \n\n\n\nFacilitator\n\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.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/compassion-et-autocompassion-2-day-retreat-with-hilary-mcmichael/
LOCATION:Vajra Yogini\, les clauzades\, Marzens\, tarn\, 81500\, France
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20250607T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20250628T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250428T112307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T120649Z
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles in Hebrew facilitated by Janna Weiss and Tamar Tishbi
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circles in Hebrew\nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitators Janna Weiss and Tamar Tishbi open to Hebrew speakers. \nJoin Zoom Here \nSessions Schedule:\n4 Saturdays from June 7 to June 28 – You can join any session \n16:00– 17:30 pm Jerusalem / 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm BST / 9:00 am – 10:30 am ET\nPlease check your time zone here. \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. Drop-ins welcome! \nJoin Zoom Here \n**You can access  the below info in Hebrew in this Facebook post \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 structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard\, fostering mutual understanding and connection. 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 four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring. \nThese Empathy Circles explore turning the heart and mind from our familiar\, unsatisfying self-centered attitude\, to “others before self\,” and collective action for the common good. Gratitude\, empathy\, compassion\, altruism\, and an appreciation of our common humanity are all essential for cultivating genuine happiness and are beneficial for social action and harmony. \nJanna will provide short excerpts\, quotes or video\, and suggested topic questions\, or you can share whatever is on your mind. \nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing deep listening and empathy skills\, as well as nurturing an empathic way of being. \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. \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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator. \nTamar graduated from Haifa University with a degree in Psychology and Educational Counseling. She studied mindfulness at the Broshim Campus for Complementary Medicine\, and completed a meditation and mindfulness teacher training at the Wingate Academy School for Complementary Medicine. \nTamar is an accredited facilitator for 16 Guidelines for a Meaningful Life with Dreamer’s Home and the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. Tamar facilitates meditation and mindfulness and 16 Guidelines for a Meaningful Life in schools and colleges in Israel. \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-in-hebrew-facilitated-by-janna-weiss-and-tamar-tishbi/2025-06-07/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250608T170000
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SUMMARY:Hybrid: Sunday Morning Meditations for a Meaningful Life Organized by the Kadampa Centre
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning ( ET) for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered in person at the Kadampa Centre and online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 9.00 – 10.00 am ET\nDATES: Sundays from 11th May – 24th  August 2025\nONLINE: Register to join Zoom here \nIN PERSON: at the Kadampa Centre\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support the Kadampa Centre\, please make a donation using this link .  \n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Kadampa Centre  website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-2/2025-06-08/1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250608T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250508T152053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T123847Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid: Sunday Morning Meditations for a Meaningful Life Organized by the Kadampa Centre
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning ( ET) for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered in person at the Kadampa Centre and online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 9.00 – 10.00 am ET\nDATES: Sundays from 11th May – 24th  August 2025\nONLINE: Register to join Zoom here \nIN PERSON: at the Kadampa Centre\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support the Kadampa Centre\, please make a donation using this link .  \n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Kadampa Centre  website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-2/2025-06-08/2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250609T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250623T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250416T110525Z
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Positive Qualities (Online) | Craig Mackie
DESCRIPTION:Objective\nEmbrace your helpful traits\, embody new qualities\, and let go of what separates you from your highest potential. Disrupt limiting patterns\, awaken hidden strengths\, and connect with your inner greatness. \n  \nCourse Highlights\n\nDraws on the wisdom of the 16 Guidelines and Transformative Mindfulness Methods (aligned with FDCW – Universal Education).\nIdeal for those with a mindfulness practice seeking a moral transformative framework for self-healing.\n\n  \n3-Session Breakdown\n1. Role Model – Grounding and Connecting \n\nConnect with role models to awaken your greatest potential.\nDiscover inherent good qualities within yourself.\n\n2. Past Self Practice – Grounding and Discovering \n\nEnhance and integrate your already skilful self into new situations.\n\n3. Positive Part – Bringing It Forward \n\nEmbrace discomfort\, focus on thriving qualities\, and discover inner refuge.\nExplore somatic grounding\, visualisation techniques\, and integration practices.\n\n  \nKey Learnings\n\nSomatic grounding for safe\, kind body connection.\nCreative visualisation techniques.\nPractices for asking for help\, letting go\, and creating new pathways.\nSteps for integration\, forgiveness\, and magnifying transformative benefits.\n\n  \nSchedule\nWorkshop Series: 3-Part Online Workshop via Zoom.Mondays: June 9\, 16\, 23 | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm (ET)\, 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm (BST).Sessions recorded for missed classes and deepening practices. \n  \nRates\nSubsidised: $0-$100 \nStandard: $200 \nInsured: $300 (Receipts for psychotherapy/psychological services available for Ontario residents). \n  \nRegistration\nTo register or for more info\, please contact Craig Mackie at craig@essentialchange.net. \nFor more information\, please visit essentialchange.net. \nPreparation\nIn preparation for the course\, we encourage you to familiarise yourself with the 16 Guidelines\, you’ll find many engaging resources available on our website. \nFacilitator\n Craig Mackie\n\n\n\nCraig has been practising mindfulness since 1998 as a national team biathlete and since 2004 as a formal contemplative practice. Certified as a Mindfulness for Symptom Management (M4) instructor\, Transformative Mindfulness instructor and international 16 Guidelines Trainer\, he has worked in the field of mental health\, wilderness therapy\, addictions\, homelessness\, experiential education and therapeutic recreation. Craig is an accredited Level 1\, 2 and 3 training facilitator and delivers workshops in English.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/enhancing-positive-qualities-craig-mackie/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20250614T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20250705T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250428T112307Z
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles in Hebrew facilitated by Janna Weiss and Tamar Tishbi
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circles in Hebrew\nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitators Janna Weiss and Tamar Tishbi open to Hebrew speakers. \nJoin Zoom Here \nSessions Schedule:\n4 Saturdays from June 7 to June 28 – You can join any session \n16:00– 17:30 pm Jerusalem / 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm BST / 9:00 am – 10:30 am ET\nPlease check your time zone here. \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. Drop-ins welcome! \nJoin Zoom Here \n**You can access  the below info in Hebrew in this Facebook post \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 structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard\, fostering mutual understanding and connection. 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 four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring. \nThese Empathy Circles explore turning the heart and mind from our familiar\, unsatisfying self-centered attitude\, to “others before self\,” and collective action for the common good. Gratitude\, empathy\, compassion\, altruism\, and an appreciation of our common humanity are all essential for cultivating genuine happiness and are beneficial for social action and harmony. \nJanna will provide short excerpts\, quotes or video\, and suggested topic questions\, or you can share whatever is on your mind. \nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing deep listening and empathy skills\, as well as nurturing an empathic way of being. \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. \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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator. \nTamar graduated from Haifa University with a degree in Psychology and Educational Counseling. She studied mindfulness at the Broshim Campus for Complementary Medicine\, and completed a meditation and mindfulness teacher training at the Wingate Academy School for Complementary Medicine. \nTamar is an accredited facilitator for 16 Guidelines for a Meaningful Life with Dreamer’s Home and the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. Tamar facilitates meditation and mindfulness and 16 Guidelines for a Meaningful Life in schools and colleges in Israel. \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-in-hebrew-facilitated-by-janna-weiss-and-tamar-tishbi/2025-06-14/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250615T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250508T152053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T123847Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid: Sunday Morning Meditations for a Meaningful Life Organized by the Kadampa Centre
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning ( ET) for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered in person at the Kadampa Centre and online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 9.00 – 10.00 am ET\nDATES: Sundays from 11th May – 24th  August 2025\nONLINE: Register to join Zoom here \nIN PERSON: at the Kadampa Centre\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support the Kadampa Centre\, please make a donation using this link .  \n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Kadampa Centre  website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-2/2025-06-15/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250620T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250620T181500
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20240530T033343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T103508Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Compassion with Hilary- TMM inspired June open session
DESCRIPTION:Discover Inner Peace Through Compassion\, Mindfulness & CreativityJoin us for a transformative online session on June 20th \nAre you ready to explore the healing power of compassion\, mindfulness\, and creativity to experience greater inner peace and clarity? \nIf so\, this 75-minute session on June 20th may be exactly what you’ve been looking for. \nWhat to Expect\nRooted in the principles of Transformative Mindfulness Methods (TMM)\, this session offers practical tools to: \n\n\nIdentify and gently work through difficult emotions \n\n\nCultivate calm\, clarity\, and confidence \n\n\nOpen to new perspectives with compassion and creativity \n\n\nYou’ll be guided through a TMM practice and a settling meditation\, followed by time for sharing and Q&A. All you need is an open mind\, a few sheets of blank paper\, and some colored pens or pastels. \nAbout TMM\nTransformative Mindfulness Methods are simple yet powerful self-healing tools that begin with awareness and acceptance. By exploring the emotional and psychological roots of challenges—including physical symptoms—TMM helps you shift gently toward healing and inner balance. \nSession Details\nDate: Thursday\, 20th JuneTime: 17:00–18:15 CETWhere: Online via this Zoom linkFacilitator: Hilary McMichaelWhat to Bring: Blank paper + colored pens or pastelsDonation-based: Contributions are welcome. Email Hilary to learn more or offer support: hilaryfdcw@gmail.com \nMeet the Facilitator:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHilary is an accredited FDCW facilitator based in France. She was trained in the Transformative Mindfulness Methods by the creator\, Dekyi-Lee Oldershaw\, at the University of Toronto in 2014. She has since presented many Transformative Mindfulness Methods programs and the 16 Guidelines. Being a qualified MBSR instructor\, she teaches mindfulness based programs in both English and French. She says her life had a “before and after” to it when she first went to an intensive meditation retreat and that TMM has brought in extra compassion and kindness. She loves bringing this art of living to others\, especially to others who love helping others. Her workshops were featured at the FDCW’s Compassion and Wisdom conference 2021 and Big Love Festival 2020.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/transformation-mindfulness-methods-open-sessions/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilary McMichael":MAILTO:hilaryfdcw@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20240411T122434Z
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SUMMARY:16 Attitudes Pour Mieux Vivre Niveau 2-Cultiver sa force intérieure| en français
DESCRIPTION:Aperçu de l’atelier :\nAprès le niveau 1\, ce cours d’approfondissement vous permet de mieux comprendre votre propre part d’ombre. \nDans ce cours d’approfondissement\, nous mettons en lumière le “côté ombre” des 16 Attitudes. Explorer cette facette\, c’est accéder aux valeurs universelles en examinant leur opposé. En reconnaissant et en accueillant ces parts d’ombre présentes en chacun de nous\, nous amorçons un processus de guérison qui nous permet de retrouver notre intégrité et de transformer les énergies néfastes en forces positives. \n Apprenez à : \n–  Identifier les défis rencontrés dans votre pratique de la pleine conscience et transformer les réactions automatiques qui génèrent stress et tensions. \n– Comprendre les fondements philosophiques des 16 Attitudes et les quatre thèmes de sagesse qui les structurent. \n– Intégrer\, appliquer et être créatif avec ces outils dans votre quotidien pour faire face aux situations réelles avec plus de conscience et de sérénité. \n– Créer du lien avec d’autres participants\, s’engager dans une communauté bienveillante et partager expériences et apprentissages. \n\nLe Niveau 3 pour approfondir et devenir facilitateur du programme sera donné en ligne en fin d’année.   \n\nSchedule \nDATES : 21-22 Juin 2025 \nHORAIRES : 9h30 – 17h30 \nLIEU : Institut Vajra Yogini\, Marzens dans le Tarn \nTARIF: €80 \nFACILITATRICE : Mabel Odessey \nINSCRIPTIONS : 16attitudes@gmail.com \nMeet your Facilitator:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMabel is an accredited 16G Level 1\, Level 2 and 16G for Children and Teens as well as Building Balanced Empathy facilitator. She is a founder member of Education Universelle France and she also works as a photographer and lives in France. \nMabel has completed the 2nd year MSc (Masters in Mindfulness and Compassion) at the University of the West of Scotland\, and has received a post graduate diploma. She has been trained to teach the MBLC and CBLC course by the UK Mindfulness Association.. \nHer workshop on Kindful Communication was featured at the FDCW’s Compassion and Wisdom conference 2021
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/16-attitudes-pour-mieux-vivre/
LOCATION:Vajra Yogini\, les clauzades\, Marzens\, tarn\, 81500\, France
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20250621T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20250712T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250428T112307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T120649Z
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles in Hebrew facilitated by Janna Weiss and Tamar Tishbi
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circles in Hebrew\nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitators Janna Weiss and Tamar Tishbi open to Hebrew speakers. \nJoin Zoom Here \nSessions Schedule:\n4 Saturdays from June 7 to June 28 – You can join any session \n16:00– 17:30 pm Jerusalem / 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm BST / 9:00 am – 10:30 am ET\nPlease check your time zone here. \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. Drop-ins welcome! \nJoin Zoom Here \n**You can access  the below info in Hebrew in this Facebook post \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 structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard\, fostering mutual understanding and connection. 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 four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring. \nThese Empathy Circles explore turning the heart and mind from our familiar\, unsatisfying self-centered attitude\, to “others before self\,” and collective action for the common good. Gratitude\, empathy\, compassion\, altruism\, and an appreciation of our common humanity are all essential for cultivating genuine happiness and are beneficial for social action and harmony. \nJanna will provide short excerpts\, quotes or video\, and suggested topic questions\, or you can share whatever is on your mind. \nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing deep listening and empathy skills\, as well as nurturing an empathic way of being. \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. \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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator. \nTamar graduated from Haifa University with a degree in Psychology and Educational Counseling. She studied mindfulness at the Broshim Campus for Complementary Medicine\, and completed a meditation and mindfulness teacher training at the Wingate Academy School for Complementary Medicine. \nTamar is an accredited facilitator for 16 Guidelines for a Meaningful Life with Dreamer’s Home and the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. Tamar facilitates meditation and mindfulness and 16 Guidelines for a Meaningful Life in schools and colleges in Israel. \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-in-hebrew-facilitated-by-janna-weiss-and-tamar-tishbi/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250622T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250508T152053Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid: Sunday Morning Meditations for a Meaningful Life Organized by the Kadampa Centre
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning ( ET) for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered in person at the Kadampa Centre and online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 9.00 – 10.00 am ET\nDATES: Sundays from 11th May – 24th  August 2025\nONLINE: Register to join Zoom here \nIN PERSON: at the Kadampa Centre\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support the Kadampa Centre\, please make a donation using this link .  \n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Kadampa Centre  website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-2/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20250628T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Jerusalem:20250719T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250428T112307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T120649Z
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SUMMARY:Empathy Circles in Hebrew facilitated by Janna Weiss and Tamar Tishbi
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circles in Hebrew\nFree online sessions led by FDCW facilitators Janna Weiss and Tamar Tishbi open to Hebrew speakers. \nJoin Zoom Here \nSessions Schedule:\n4 Saturdays from June 7 to June 28 – You can join any session \n16:00– 17:30 pm Jerusalem / 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm BST / 9:00 am – 10:30 am ET\nPlease check your time zone here. \nSharing our experiences and practicing together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. Drop-ins welcome! \nJoin Zoom Here \n**You can access  the below info in Hebrew in this Facebook post \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 structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard\, fostering mutual understanding and connection. 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 four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring. \nThese Empathy Circles explore turning the heart and mind from our familiar\, unsatisfying self-centered attitude\, to “others before self\,” and collective action for the common good. Gratitude\, empathy\, compassion\, altruism\, and an appreciation of our common humanity are all essential for cultivating genuine happiness and are beneficial for social action and harmony. \nJanna will provide short excerpts\, quotes or video\, and suggested topic questions\, or you can share whatever is on your mind. \nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing deep listening and empathy skills\, as well as nurturing an empathic way of being. \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. \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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator. \nTamar graduated from Haifa University with a degree in Psychology and Educational Counseling. She studied mindfulness at the Broshim Campus for Complementary Medicine\, and completed a meditation and mindfulness teacher training at the Wingate Academy School for Complementary Medicine. \nTamar is an accredited facilitator for 16 Guidelines for a Meaningful Life with Dreamer’s Home and the Foundation for Developing Compassion and Wisdom. Tamar facilitates meditation and mindfulness and 16 Guidelines for a Meaningful Life in schools and colleges in Israel. \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-in-hebrew-facilitated-by-janna-weiss-and-tamar-tishbi/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janna Weiss":MAILTO:thangkha123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250629T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250508T152053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T123847Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid: Sunday Morning Meditations for a Meaningful Life Organized by the Kadampa Centre
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning ( ET) for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered in person at the Kadampa Centre and online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 9.00 – 10.00 am ET\nDATES: Sundays from 11th May – 24th  August 2025\nONLINE: Register to join Zoom here \nIN PERSON: at the Kadampa Centre\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support the Kadampa Centre\, please make a donation using this link .  \n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Kadampa Centre  website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-2/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20241105T154953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T150944Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Empathy Circles with Janna Weiss
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circle with Janna Weiss\nOverview of the Sessions:\nIn this series of Empathy Circles with the 16 Guidelines\, we will explore the first Wisdom Theme: How We Think\, and its four Guidelines: \n\nHumility\nPatience\nContentment\nand Joy at the success of others / Delight.\n\nEmpathy Circles are an opportunity to practice and strengthen our active listening “empathy muscle” in an “empathy gym.” During the reflective listening practice\, we not only discuss the Guidelines\, but also embody and experience the Guidelines firsthand. \nBoth the 16 Guidelines and the Empathy Circle help grow and deepen our appreciation of our common humanity\, essential for cultivating genuine happiness\, and beneficial social action and harmony. \nThe first four Guidelines\, Humility\, Patience\, Contentment\, and Joy at the success of others\, are direct antidotes to our main afflictive minds: pride and self-centeredness that arise from our mistaken\, exaggerated view of self; anger and hatred; craving and greed; envy and jealousy. \nJanna will introduce each session with excerpts from the 16 Guidelines for Life: The Basics (included in the Conversations That Matter free resource)\, quotes\, and suggested topic questions\, or you can share whatever is alive in you. When it’s your turn to speak\, whatever is on your heart and mind is always welcome in an Empathy Circle. \nJoin any session—or all five! \nPlease come on time and plan on staying for the full 1.5 hours. \nAbout the Empathy Circles:\nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing deep listening and empathy skills\, as well as nurturing an empathic way of being. \n\nThe Empathy Circle provides a structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard; fostering mutual understanding and connection. The Empathy Circle practice not only hones empathy but also helps to develop a range of valuable skills\, such as communication and conflict management skills; making it a powerful tool for personal growth\, conflict resolution\, and meaningful dialogue. \nThe four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring. Sharing our experiences and practicing listening together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. \nThese online Empathy Circles are for people of all ages and backgrounds\, who are looking for practical tools to create positive transformation in their homes\, individual lives\, relationships\, community\, or workplace. \nCurious? You can watch Janna introducing the Empathy Circles in a short video here \n\nSessions Schedule:\nTuesdays\, Jul 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 & 29\, 6:30–8pm EDT. You can join on any session!\nThere will be no recordings made. \nFor more information on how to join and to access support materials\, please visit the Shantideva Center website \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 facilitator:\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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/empathy-circles-with-janna-weiss/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250703T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250706T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250204T180127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T162830Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Death and Finding Life - a Residential retreat with 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\nThis retreat  in an invitation to to explore the profound wisdom of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition in approaching death and impermanence\, integrated with practical insights from palliative care. Together\, we will confront life’s impermanence with courage and clarity\, unlocking opportunities for growth\, joy\, and meaning. \nWhy this Retreat?\nPreparing for death starts with embracing life as it truly is—without illusions\, romanticism\, or fear. By recognizing the dynamics of our projections\, hopes\, and anxieties\, we can live more fully in the present and meet the end of life with peace and dignity. \nThrough this exploration\, we can transform our relationship with death and\, in turn\, transform how we live each day. \nWhat you will learn:\n\nA deeper understanding of death and impermanence through the lens of Tibetan Buddhist teachings.\nInsights from palliative care practices to support the dying and enhance compassionate presence.\nPractical tools to cultivate awareness\, presence\, and connection in your daily life..\n\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/exploring-death-and-finding-life-a-residential-retreat-with-with-bruno-rizzi/
LOCATION:Nagarjuna Alicante\, Calle Ruperto Chapí\, 9\, El Campello\, Alicante\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250706T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250508T152053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T123847Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid: Sunday Morning Meditations for a Meaningful Life Organized by the Kadampa Centre
DESCRIPTION:“Many people think excitement is happiness…. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh \nAbout the Sessions\nJoin us on Sunday morning ( ET) for an hour to pause\, center\, and restore to a happier and more peaceful mind to support you in being a bit more resilient in a world which does not always make sense anymore. These guided meditations are to help you calm your mind\, explore your own nature and develop a more peaceful perception on life. When you are well with yourself\, you will be more able to be well with others and the world.  \nThese meditations are very practical\, they are not within a religious context\, so they are suitable for people of different beliefs\, ages and abilities\, for beginners as well as for those with more experience.  \n\n\nRegistrations are not required. \nWhat are the meditations based on?\nThey are based on a set of values and principles aimed at helping individuals cultivate a more peaceful and meaningful life. They are divided into four categories:  \n\nhow we think (humility\, patience\, contentment and delight) \nhow we act (kindness\, honesty\, generosity and right speech) \nhow we relate to others (respect\, forgiveness\, gratitude and loyalty)\nhow we find meaning (aspiration\, principles\, service and courage). \n\nThese guidelines provide a framework for personal growth\, encouraging individuals to think\, act\, relate\, and find meaning in ways that foster a harmonious and fulfilling life. \nHow to Join\nThe sessions are offered in person at the Kadampa Centre and online: \n\n\n\n\n\nTIME: 9.00 – 10.00 am ET\nDATES: Sundays from 11th May – 24th  August 2025\nONLINE: Register to join Zoom here \nIN PERSON: at the Kadampa Centre\n\n\n\nThe meditations are freely offered but if you would like to make to support the Kadampa Centre\, please make a donation using this link .  \n\nWhy meditate?\nWhen you control your mind with wisdom you create the space you need to discover peace and joy. Your life then becomes peaceful and joyful and somewhat protected from the ups and downs of the external world. For beginner to advanced meditators. \nMore info\nFor more information please visit the Kadampa Centre  website
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/sunday-morning-meditations-for-a-more-peaceful-life-organized-by-maitreya-institute-2/2025-07-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20241105T154953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T150944Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Empathy Circles with Janna Weiss
DESCRIPTION:Empathy Circle with Janna Weiss\nOverview of the Sessions:\nIn this series of Empathy Circles with the 16 Guidelines\, we will explore the first Wisdom Theme: How We Think\, and its four Guidelines: \n\nHumility\nPatience\nContentment\nand Joy at the success of others / Delight.\n\nEmpathy Circles are an opportunity to practice and strengthen our active listening “empathy muscle” in an “empathy gym.” During the reflective listening practice\, we not only discuss the Guidelines\, but also embody and experience the Guidelines firsthand. \nBoth the 16 Guidelines and the Empathy Circle help grow and deepen our appreciation of our common humanity\, essential for cultivating genuine happiness\, and beneficial social action and harmony. \nThe first four Guidelines\, Humility\, Patience\, Contentment\, and Joy at the success of others\, are direct antidotes to our main afflictive minds: pride and self-centeredness that arise from our mistaken\, exaggerated view of self; anger and hatred; craving and greed; envy and jealousy. \nJanna will introduce each session with excerpts from the 16 Guidelines for Life: The Basics (included in the Conversations That Matter free resource)\, quotes\, and suggested topic questions\, or you can share whatever is alive in you. When it’s your turn to speak\, whatever is on your heart and mind is always welcome in an Empathy Circle. \nJoin any session—or all five! \nPlease come on time and plan on staying for the full 1.5 hours. \nAbout the Empathy Circles:\nThe Empathy Circle practice is the most effective gateway practice for learning\, practicing deep listening and empathy skills\, as well as nurturing an empathic way of being. \n\nThe Empathy Circle provides a structured dialogue process where each person feels fully heard; fostering mutual understanding and connection. The Empathy Circle practice not only hones empathy but also helps to develop a range of valuable skills\, such as communication and conflict management skills; making it a powerful tool for personal growth\, conflict resolution\, and meaningful dialogue. \nThe four core values of the Empathy Circle are empathy\, mutuality\, openness and caring. Sharing our experiences and practicing listening together can help us feel connected to others in a meaningful and supportive way. \nThese online Empathy Circles are for people of all ages and backgrounds\, who are looking for practical tools to create positive transformation in their homes\, individual lives\, relationships\, community\, or workplace. \nCurious? You can watch Janna introducing the Empathy Circles in a short video here \n\nSessions Schedule:\nTuesdays\, Jul 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 & 29\, 6:30–8pm EDT. You can join on any session!\nThere will be no recordings made. \nFor more information on how to join and to access support materials\, please visit the Shantideva Center website \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 facilitator:\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 an accredited 16 Guidelines Level 1 & 2 and Unlocking Your Potential Facilitator\, and an Empathy Circle Facilitator.
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/empathy-circles-with-janna-weiss/2025-07-08/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T230856
CREATED:20250702T110032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T115535Z
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SUMMARY:In Person and in Nature- Enhancing Positive Qualities with Anne Porteous
DESCRIPTION:Why Join this Workshop?\nThe pursuit of enhanced well-being has become a cornerstone of modern life\, as individuals seek to balance the demands of daily routines with emotional and mental health. \nFocusing on positive qualities and spending time in nature are both powerful strategies that contribute significantly to improved well-being. These practices offer profound benefits\, including enhanced mood\, reduced stress\, and heightened focus\, making them essential components of a balanced life. \nThere is a transformation when we give ourselves permission to slow down. We step closer to a life infused with meaning and grace\, a life that reminds us that sometimes\, the greatest strength lies in simply slowing down. \nWorkshop overview\nThese sessions offer a supportive space to reconnect with yourself. Guided by Anne and set in the peaceful surroundings of Sierra Acres\, the group will explore mindfulness meditation and the 16 Guidelines\, practices designed to deepen well-being and inner peace. \nSchedule\nThursdays: July 10 – August 21th | 16:00 – 17:00 (ET) \nRates\n1 session : $20 \n3 sessions: $50 – \n7 sessions: $100 \nRegistration\nTo register or for more info\, please contact Anne Porteous at eanneporteous@gmail.com \nFacilitator\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAnne Porteous: \nAnne lives in Ontario\, Canada. A nurse for over 45 years\, Anne is committed to being a life -long learner and continuing her passion for education and facilitation She has developed and provides equine assisted learning programs and workshops for youth and adults\, including Equine Assisted Mindfulness. Anne teaches mindfulness courses offered at the University of Toronto. She is a registered FDCW facilitator and delivers workshops in English
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/in-person-and-in-nature-enhancing-positive-qualities-with-anne-porteous/2025-07-10/
LOCATION:Sierra Acres\, 3188 Eramosa-Milton Townline Rockwood\,\, Ontario\, N0B 2K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Meditation
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SUMMARY:1.2.3 Bonheur – Atelier Pleine Conscience Parents-Enfants | en français
DESCRIPTION:1.2.3 Bonheur – Atelier Pleine Conscience Parents-Enfants : Cultiver le Lien et la Joie  \nAperçu de l’atelier :\nCet atelier de deux jours offre aux familles un moment précieux de partage et d’échange\, permettant à chacun – enfants comme adultes – de se connecter à soi-même et aux autres dans une ambiance conviviale et bienveillante.   \nÀ travers des activités variées telles que le yoga\, la pleine conscience\, la relaxation et les arts plastiques inspirés par la nature\, chaque membre de la famille éveille son empathie et compassion.  \nObjectifs de l’atelier: Cultiver le Bonheur Ensemble \n\nApprendre à écouter ses besoins et à s’exprimer avec clarté et bienveillance.  \nDévelopper l’empathie\, la compassion et la gentillesse\, pour soi et pour les autres.  \nExplorer des outils pour travailler avec ses émotions et cultiver une présence paisible et joyeuse au quotidien.  \nRéfléchir ensemble à ce que chacun souhaite pour sa famille et ses relations.  \n\nUn Pas Vers une Vie en Paix \nCet atelier est une invitation à cultiver intention\, interconnexion et joie dans vos relations familiales\, tout en apprenant à vivre avec présence\, gentillesse et authenticité. Rejoignez-nous pour ce moment unique de transformation et de croissance commune.   \nPlus d’infos:\n\n\n\nDates: 12-13 juillet 2025\nLieu: Institut Vajra Yogini\, 81500 Marzens\nLes activités seront réparties dans la journée de 9h30 à 21h00 le samedi et 9h30 à 17h30 le dimanche.\nTarif pour les 2 jours: 60€ par adulte et 40€ par enfant hors hébergement.\nTous les enfants restent sous la responsabilité des parents.\nRenseignements et inscription: education.universelle.france@gmail.com
URL:https://compassionandwisdom.org/event/1-2-3-bonheur-atelier-pleine-conscience-parents-enfants-en-francais/
LOCATION:Vajra Yogini\, les clauzades\, Marzens\, tarn\, 81500\, France
CATEGORIES:16 Guidelines,Workshops
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