Location(s)
This event is held in both Kensington and Morden.
Kensington City Meditation Space – 27-33 Earls Court Road London W8 6ED
Morden World Peace Temple – 1a Ashridge Way London SM4 4EF
Letting Go of Anxiety | Sat 8 June | Kensington & Morden | 10.30am-1.30pm
Worry, stress and anxiety are no fun. In the extreme, they can paralyze us, prevent us from pursuing our goals and dreams, and create an underlying sense of unease and unhappiness in our life.
In modern life, almost everyone experiences some degree of fear and anxiety. By discovering their underlying causes and learning new ways of thinking, we can reduce and eventually overcome these unskillful habits of mind. Navigating wisely through the challenges of life is how we learn to live fearlessly.
In this course we will learn Buddhas wisdom methods of training our mind through which we will gradually be able to approach all situations with a sense of peace and joy. This form of freedom gives our lives great meaning.
Each session will consist of guided meditations and a short talk with an opportunity to ask questions afterwards.
Booking
Teacher(s)
Gen Kelsang Zoma will teach the Kensington course. Gen Zoma is a Buddhist nun, and has been studying and practising meditation and Buddhism under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for over 25 years. She is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre London, and is dedicated to helping others discover the benefits of meditation and the teachings of Buddha. Through Gen Zoma’s warm and light hearted example, she shows us how to apply these teachings in our daily lives to improve our happiness, wisdom and well-being bringing benefit to ourselves and others.
Kelsang Lekmon will teach the Morden course. Kelsang Lekmon is an experienced teacher in the New Kadampa Tradition (NKT) having taught extensively for over 30 years in the UK and the East Coast of the United States. She has been an ordained Buddhist nun for 28 years and is known for the clarity of her teachings and her warmth and kindhearted nature. She teaches with joy and humour making the teachings very relevant to our daily lives.
Schedule
Schedule
10.30am – 11.45am Teaching & Meditation
12.15pm – 1.30pm Teaching, Meditation and Q & A
What it's like at our classes...
Quick facts for newcomers...
What is Meditation?
- Purpose: Cultivate positive states of mind for peace and well-being.
- Happiness source: Lies in the mind, not external conditions.
- Benefits: Reduces stress, anxiety, promotes physical and mental well-being.
Accessible class format
- Non-sectarian, non-judgmental, and universal.
- Simple methods to tackle stress and anxiety in modern daily life.
Flexible sitting arrangements
- Option to sit on a chair or bring a cushion for the floor.
No religious affiliation necessary
- Not required; accessible to everyone.
Open to all experience levels
- Beginners welcome; teachings designed to be simple yet profound.
Interaction during classes optional
- No requirement to speak in front of a group.
- Questions are welcome.
No physical exercise necessary
- Focus is on meditation – no yoga or physical exercises.
What to Bring
- No specific requirements; some find it useful to bring a notepad and pen.
Simple dress code
- No special requirements; comfortable clothing suggested.
Join a class anytime
- Classes are self-contained; drop in whenever you can, no need to wait for the next course.