Weekends of Blessings, Practice & Joy
Weekends filled with inspiring blessings, meaningful teachings, and joyful gatherings! From a weekend retreat at Manjushri KMC to receiving the blessing empowerment of Dorje Shugden at Samudra KBC and meditating together at Kailash IRC, practitioners came together to deepen their spiritual practice, receive precious guidance, and rejoice in the kindness of Dharma.
A Weekend of Meditation at Manjushri KMC
Learning to Cultivate Inner Peace
Taming our Busy Mind
Over the weekend at Manjushri KMC, guest Teacher Kadam John McBretney, Resident Teacher at Heruka KMC in London, led an inspiring retreat entitled Taming Our Busy Mind, which welcomed many new participants.
Through clear and practical teachings, participants explored the causes of happiness and unhappiness and how the state of our mind shapes our experiences. They learned how meditation can help us train our minds, gain greater control over our thoughts, and cultivate lasting inner peace.
The retreat also included simple and effective breathing meditations to help calm the mind, as well as opportunities to ask questions and clarify any doubts.
It was a truly inspiring weekend, with people leaving with practical experience and insights that they could take into their everyday lives.
Dorje Shugden Empowerment at Samudra KBC, Switzerland
A Weekend of Blessings and Guidance
Under the Loving Care of Our Protector
At Samudra KBC in Lausanne, Switzerland, we received the blessing empowerment of our Dharma Protector, Dorje Shugden. We were encouraged to feel, as described in Heart Jewel, that we are “never apart from a powerful ally and a wise and compassionate guide,” and to recognize the presence and support of our kind Protector in our daily lives.
Our Resident Teacher, Kelsang Tsulma, shared commentary on transforming adverse conditions into the spiritual path. She reminded us that Dorje Shugden continually blesses our minds, helping us transform difficult situations into opportunities for spiritual growth. He also opens the wisdom eyes of his faithful followers, enabling them to make the right decisions.
We are so fortunate to receive our Protector’s help and guidance and to be under his loving care.
On Sunday, we enjoyed further commentary on Heart Jewel, helping us develop a qualified daily practice as fortunate Kadampa disciples. What a wonderful and blessed weekend!
Center away retreat at Kailash IRC
Taking and Giving Together
The Samudra KBC community also enjoyed an away retreat at Kailash IRC. Around 40 people came together to meditate on the practice of Taking and Giving, guided by Kelsang Tsulma. We also enjoyed a beautiful walk together and had the opportunity to ask questions and share our experiences with Tsulma and other practitioners.
