The (com)passionate life We all have amazing potential and, if we’re honest, at least a few negative mental ruts we get into… sometimes they can be so deep that we stay stuck in them for an unpleasantly long time. To make it worse it can be something quite minor that sets us off. If […]
Own your happiness! It's so easy to become very invested in other people and the conditions of our life as a source of happiness. But, as you may have noticed, these things cannot be controlled. From this, we have to conclude that, at the very least, this is a very shaky foundation to build […]
Eight steps to a happier life... We tend to make achieving happiness more complicated than it actually is. The reality is it’s much simpler than we think. Our life is made up of moments, through harnessing the power of your mindfulness, learn how to make each moment of your life happy and meaningful. […]
A life less ordinary If you can’t imagine it, it’ll never happen… It seems quite trendy these days to be talking about manifesting things with our mind. In general we know that our mind is very powerful, able to make our life hellish or blissful in an instant. But do we know how […]
Join us for this powerful puja during which we recite Liberation from Sorrow, Prayers and Requests to the 21 Taras and deeply request Arya Tara, the Blessed Mother to bestow her blessings on all living beings so that all sickness and other obstacles are quickly removed. Everyone is welcome to join in.
In situations where we feel vulnerable, we can become triggered and easily create conflict and anger. However, if we check, the mind of anger is not only very painful, but it leaves a trail of broken relationships, lost opportunities and unhappiness in its wake. According to Buddha, anger is a deluded, unpeaceful state […]
Rocks! Do you ever imagine a life without enemies? One without toxic, irritating, interfering people? If only there was some magic that could make this wish come true... life would be good then! What if there is? What if all we have to do is learn to relate to these people in a special […]
In this series of classes you will discover simple, yet profound and effective meditation practices that will heal your mind and in so doing heal yourself. They are powerful, tried and tested methods used by Meditation Masters for over 2,500 years. If put into practice regularly and sincerely, they will enable you to heal […]
Wishfulfilling Jewel is a special practice for developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength by relying on the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa, and for overcoming obstacles and difficulties in our meditation (Dharma) practice by relying on the Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. This practice includes vegetarian tsog offerings, which you can bring with you to the puja […]
In recent times we're becoming more aware of mental health. The taboos of the past are outdated and we are recognising that we need to prioritise looking after our mind. We also know very well that modern life is an ever increasing array of different circumstances that can trigger anxiety, depression, low self esteem and […]
You don't need to leave the city to retreat into meditation! Be kind to yourself and others, make time to meditate. In this urban meditation retreat, you can put aside some time, forget about your daily life and settle into the practise of meditation. You will be led on a voyage of exploration into […]
Heart Jewel is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism and all followers of Je Tsongkapa memorise it and practice it regularly. Buddhas or enlightened beings can appear or emanate as anything, and especially as spiritual teachers and protectors. In this practice, we pray to and rely upon the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri in both of […]
In situations where we feel vulnerable, we can become triggered and easily create conflict and anger. However, if we check, the mind of anger is not only very painful, but it leaves a trail of broken relationships, lost opportunities and unhappiness in its wake. According to Buddha, anger is a deluded, unpeaceful state […]
Heart Jewel is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism and all followers of Je Tsongkapa memorise it and practice it regularly. Buddhas or enlightened beings can appear or emanate as anything, and especially as spiritual teachers and protectors. In this practice, we pray to and rely upon the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri in both of […]
Rocks! Do you ever imagine a life without enemies? One without toxic, irritating, interfering people? If only there was some magic that could make this wish come true... life would be good then! What if there is? What if all we have to do is learn to relate to these people in a special […]
In this series of classes you will discover simple, yet profound and effective meditation practices that will heal your mind and in so doing heal yourself. They are powerful, tried and tested methods used by Meditation Masters for over 2,500 years. If put into practice regularly and sincerely, they will enable you to heal […]
Through faith, concentration, compassion, prayers and mantras the participants assist in transferring the consciousness of the recently deceased directly to the Pure Land where they will be free from suffering and experience true happiness forevermore. This practice includes special offerings made on behalf of the deceased, such as flowers, incense, candles and food, which […]
Wishfulfilling Jewel is a special practice for developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength by relying on the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa, and for overcoming obstacles and difficulties in our meditation (Dharma) practice by relying on the Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. This practice includes two silent breaks for meditation, the first is 10 minutes and the […]
Wishfulfilling Jewel is a special practice for developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength by relying on the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa, and for overcoming obstacles and difficulties in our meditation (Dharma) practice by relying on the Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. This practice includes two silent breaks for meditation, the first is 10 minutes and the […]
Wishfulfilling Jewel is a special practice for developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength by relying on the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa, and for overcoming obstacles and difficulties in our meditation (Dharma) practice by relying on the Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. This practice includes two silent breaks for meditation, the first is 10 minutes and the […]
In recent times we're becoming more aware of mental health. The taboos of the past are outdated and we are recognising that we need to prioritise looking after our mind. We also know very well that modern life is an ever increasing array of different circumstances that can trigger anxiety, depression, low self esteem and […]
Heart Jewel is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism and all followers of Je Tsongkapa memorise it and practice it regularly. Buddhas or enlightened beings can appear or emanate as anything, and especially as spiritual teachers and protectors. In this practice, we pray to and rely upon the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri in both of […]
In situations where we feel vulnerable, we can become triggered and easily create conflict and anger. However, if we check, the mind of anger is not only very painful, but it leaves a trail of broken relationships, lost opportunities and unhappiness in its wake. According to Buddha, anger is a deluded, unpeaceful state […]
Heart Jewel is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism and all followers of Je Tsongkapa memorise it and practice it regularly. Buddhas or enlightened beings can appear or emanate as anything, and especially as spiritual teachers and protectors. In this practice, we pray to and rely upon the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri in both of […]
Rocks! Do you ever imagine a life without enemies? One without toxic, irritating, interfering people? If only there was some magic that could make this wish come true... life would be good then! What if there is? What if all we have to do is learn to relate to these people in a special […]
In this series of classes you will discover simple, yet profound and effective meditation practices that will heal your mind and in so doing heal yourself. They are powerful, tried and tested methods used by Meditation Masters for over 2,500 years. If put into practice regularly and sincerely, they will enable you to heal […]
This monthly practice takes place on or close to the 29th of each month, Protector Day. The practice consists principally of prayers to our Dharma Protector, the Wisdom Buddha Dorje Shugden. A Dharma Protector is an emanation of a Buddha or Bodhisattva whose main functions are to avert the inner and outer obstacles that prevent practitioners […]
Wishfulfilling Jewel is a special practice for developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength by relying on the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa, and for overcoming obstacles and difficulties in our meditation (Dharma) practice by relying on the Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. This practice includes two silent breaks for meditation, the first is 10 minutes and the […]
Wishfulfilling Jewel is a special practice for developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength by relying on the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa, and for overcoming obstacles and difficulties in our meditation (Dharma) practice by relying on the Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. This practice includes two silent breaks for meditation, the first is 10 minutes and the […]
Wishfulfilling Jewel is a special practice for developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength by relying on the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa, and for overcoming obstacles and difficulties in our meditation (Dharma) practice by relying on the Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. This practice includes two silent breaks for meditation, the first is 10 minutes and the […]
In recent times we're becoming more aware of mental health. The taboos of the past are outdated and we are recognising that we need to prioritise looking after our mind. We also know very well that modern life is an ever increasing array of different circumstances that can trigger anxiety, depression, low self esteem and […]
Wishfulfilling Jewel is a special practice for developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength by relying on the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa, and for overcoming obstacles and difficulties in our meditation (Dharma) practice by relying on the Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. This practice includes two silent breaks for meditation, the first is 10 minutes and the […]
Heart Jewel is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism and all followers of Je Tsongkapa memorise it and practice it regularly. Buddhas or enlightened beings can appear or emanate as anything, and especially as spiritual teachers and protectors. In this practice, we pray to and rely upon the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri in both of […]