Class · Online (Zoom)
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Online (Zoom)
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Join Buddhist meditation teacher, David Oromith, for a no-nonsense, down-to-earth talk on transforming difficulties into wellbeing. We'll explore how we can navigate life’s difficulties with resilience, cultivate a strong and balanced mind, and emerge with a healthier and happier approach to challenge and change.
In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, discover powerful strategies and practical practices from the Buddhist tradition that turn adversity into opportunity. Don’t just weather the storm - learn to dance in the rain!
Everyone is welcome to join, regardless of background. This talk is suited to beginners and regular practitioners alike, and could be a good entrance into meditation & Buddhist psychology.
Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms, to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.
– Viktor E. Frankl (Austrian psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor)
David is a Buddhist contemplative, meditation guide and retreat leader. He is the Co-Founder of Samadhi and author of the book A Practical Guide to Mindful Living. He has received non-monastic ordination in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and teaches workshops internationally, leads retreats across the UK and runs classes locally.
David discovered meditation & Buddhism through his experience of depression and suicidal thoughts and is passionate about helping people take back control of their mental wellbeing, work with their thoughts and feelings, and discover genuine wellbeing and joy within. Read more.
This evening will consist of a practical talk, a guided meditation, and an opportunity to ask questions and discuss with like-minded people.
You don't need to bring anything, seating is on chairs and everyone is welcome. The John Burns Centre offers comfortable facilities and refreshments are provided.
If you're unsure and you've never joined anything like this before – we're a friendly, welcoming bunch. It's a 'come and see' approach - you never know what you might gain! There's nothing to lose but an hour of your time.
This Public Talk is offered freely. It is customary to offer a donation to support the teacher and the activities of the organisation, but this is optional and no one is excluded from participating should they be unable to make a donation.
If you're able to, as is tradition, please consider making an offering. Your generosity is greatly appreciated and all money raised goes directly into supporting our activities and fundraising for the Samadhi Retreat Centre.
The Talk will be live-streamed and recorded, so if you are unable to make it live or in person, a recording will be available.
David Oromith, Buddhist Contemplative, Author & Meditation Guide
David is a Buddhist contemplative, author, meditation guide and retreat leader. He is the Co-Founder of Samadhi, an organisation based in the UK and a member of the UK’s Network of Buddhist Organisations. He teaches workshops internationally and online and leads retreats across the UK. Through his clear and practical teaching style and warm and humorous approach, David inspires people to take back control of their thoughts and feelings and discover genuine wellbeing within.
donations welcome
This group relies entirely on donations to keep running. No one is excluded for lack of funds.
Samadhi is an inclusive organisation and we welcome people of all ages, genders (including gender identity), sexual orientation, abilities, race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief.
As an LGBTQ-led Buddhist organisation, we strongly believe that no one should be discriminated against for any reason at all and subscribe to the ideals of non-harm and loving-kindness. You’re welcome no matter who you are and you’re free to express yourself authentically.
