How to understand the mind – October Tuesday meditation class

Description

About the course 

Join us for a transformative four week meditation course in the heart of Birmingham, guided by Buddhist nun and experienced teacher Gen Kelsang Leksang. Drawing from the profound wisdom of How to Understand the Mind by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, this course offers a rare opportunity to explore the nature and function of the mind from a deeply meditative and practical perspective.

Each week, you’ll learn how to recognize and understand different types of thoughts and mental habits, gaining tools to reduce stress, anxiety, and negative patterns. With gentle but powerful meditations, clear teachings, and plenty of space for reflection, you’ll begin to unlock the potential for lasting inner peace and mental freedom.

This course is suitable for beginners and experienced meditators alike, and offers a down-to-earth, accessible introduction to one of Buddhism’s most essential topics.

What you’ll gain:

• A clearer understanding of how your mind works
• Practical tools to manage challenging emotions
• Increased mental peace, focus, and resilience
• Insight into how meditation can transform your everyday life

 Join us and begin your journey into the peaceful power of the mind. 

Each class will include guided meditations and practical advice. 

The classes are suitable for those with experience as well as complete beginners. Everybody is welcome. 

Each class will guide you through 2 calming meditations and provide practical techniques for training your mind to become more focused and positive. 

• Tuesday – 14th October – Working with feelings
• Tuesday – 21st October – Change your mind, change your world
• Tuesday – 28th October – The Power of Intention
• Tuesday – 4th November – Finding Balance

Course venue: Kadampa Meditation Centre Birmingham. 44 Blucher Street. Birmingham. B1 1QJ (next to The Mailbox) 

Weekly meditation classes also available Tuesdays 12 – 1pm and Sundays 11-12.15pm in Birmingham City Centre (and weekday evenings in Solihull, Stirchley, Sutton Coldfield and Wolverhampton) 

Book for the whole course and receive a discount. These classes can also be attended as stand alone classes. 

The Teacher

The teacher of this class is Gen Kelsang Leksang, she has been an ordained Buddhist nun for 18 years. She has been studying under the guidance of the meditation master Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for over 20 years and was first appointed as resident teacher at KMC Birmingham in 2007.  Known for her caring and positive manner, she has the ability to inspire people to improve their own lives by showing how Buddha’s teaching are relevant to the experiences of modern people.

When is it? 

October/November 4 week course 

Tuesdays 7 – 8.15pm 

Where is it? 

Kadampa Meditation Centre Birmingham – 44 Blucher Street, Birmingham, B1 1QJ 

KMC Birmingham is located next to The Mailbox. Only around 8 minutes walk from New Street station. Free parking on nearby streets on Sundays and evenings after 6pm 

What does it cost? 

• Whole course £25

• Single classes: £8.50

• Or why not consider a membership which includes multiple weekly classes and weekend workshops for only £35/month? 

FREE FOR ALL MEMBERS. Membership also provides access to additional online classes. Click here for information membership information 

Everybody welcome

Book your place now 

Next course 

Starts 11th November