This is the third of the four modules that comprise the teaching component of this course. There will be additional home assignments. Please see previous Mindfulness Association course for more details.

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This set of teachings cover essential topics of the hinayana, mahayana and vajrayana and have been taught extensively since the time of Gampopa in the 11th century. The four points explain the path of transforming obstacles of confusion, neuroses and habitual patterns into wisdom.

A short biography of Khenpo Damcho Dawa Rinpoche.

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The Seven Points of Mind Training offer practical instructions on applying Buddhist practice to everyday life under any circumstances. They encapsulate the very essence of the Buddha's teaching, showing that by taming our mind we can find its natural, awakened state which gives rise to limitless, impartial compassion.

Over this weekend Khenpo Damcho Dawa will focus mainly on the third chapter of the text, teaching us how to apply the mind training in order to overcome obstacles in daily life and transform them into understanding, acceptance, tolerance and compassion for others.

A short biography of Khenpo Damcho Dawa Rinpoche.

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This inspirational Kagyu Lineage prayer is used at the beginning of many meditation sessions. Khenpo Damcho Dawa Rinpoche will give teachings on the various aspects of this meaningful and beautiful text, covering topics such as devotion, non-attachment and non-distraction.

A short biography of Khenpo Damcho Dawa Rinpoche.

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Green Tara is the female aspect of the Buddha's compassion in action. The Green Tara practice also helps us to overcome inner and outer obstacles. Lama Zangmo will teach on the practice including chanting, visualisation and mudras.

Participants should ideally have taken refuge. Please bring the sadhana text (available from the KSDL shop), pencil and paper and bell & dorje (if you have them)

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Our true nature is compassionate and joyful but in these difficult times we may need reminding. This weekend will teach exercises that reveal our potential to be compassionate (including self-compassion!) and deeply happy people.

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All welcome. Please bring offerings of food, flowers or light.

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Film: to be decided.

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Meditation is one of the most useful skills we can acquire and it is not difficult to learn the basic techniques. A regular meditation practice can help to combat stress and bring a greater sense of inner peace and calm. This course will teach all you need to know to start a regular meditation practice.

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An afternoon of silent sitting. A perfect opportunity to boost your meditation practice. The afternoon will be broken into a number of sessions and, although there will be no instruction, there will be the opportunity to ask questions.

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