Transforming Adversity: Navigating Through Difficult Times
David Oromith · 82 minutes · recorded October 12, 2023
The session opens with a brief settling of breath and body, before David works through the Buddha's story of the farmer's seventy seven problems and the hidden seventy eighth, expecting to have none at all. He covers acceptance, the stories that fuel our reactions to triggers, and ways to reframe a difficulty, drawing on the group's own examples of corporate pressure and a distressing house sale, then closes with SOS practices for calming the body.
Join Buddhist meditation teacher, David Oromith, for a no-nonsense, down-to-earth talk on transforming difficulties into wellbeing. We 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 Buddhist mind-training.
Anger and aversion Patience, forbearance and acceptance Work and daily life Lojong (mind training)