Transforming anger and conflict

Wednesdays 7 – 8:30 pm with Gen Shenyen

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„There is no greater evil than anger, and no greater virtue than patience.” – Shantideva

In situations of conflict, we tend to become angry easily. We even think anger will help us ‘win our battles’, and we rely on it as if it were our trusted friend. The mind of anger, however, leaves a trail of broken relationships, lost opportunities, and painful feelings in its wake. There is a reason for this.

According to Buddha anger is a deluded, unpeaceful mind that distorts our perception, causing us to exaggerate problems so that they feel unmanageable. Consequently, so much of our life feels overwhelming, which makes us even more angry and unhappy, both with ourselves and others. During this series, through talks and guided meditations,

Gen Shenyen will explain Buddha’s illuminating and practical teachings on how to let go of anger. Putting these explanations into practice will enable us to transform the energy of anger into a centered, skillful and creative response that opens us up to resolutions and new possibilities.

• 11 January – Understanding our anger 
• 18 January – A new way of responding 
• 25 January – Transforming pain and hurt 
• 1 February – A creative response to conflict 
• 8 February – The power of love 

At the end of the class there is time for discussion and questions.

Treat yourself to the peace and fulfillment meditation can offer.

Everyone is welcome!