How to practice Buddhism in daily living

How to practice Buddhism in daily living Presenter: Ajahn Dhammadharo Wed 30 March | 7-8.30pm Online: links provided below Cost: Free   As householders, we spend most of our time living a lay life, working, studying, spending time with families and friends, or enjoying leisurely activities. So how can we make the most of our […]

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Equanimity and compassion in a changing world

Equanimity and compassion in a changing world Collaboration between Metta Centre & the Association of Engaged Buddhists Presenters: David O’Rose & Tina Ng Thursdays 24 & 31 March | 7.30pm-9pm  Online: links provided below Cost: By Donation We are bombarded by devastating images of geopolitical instability, climate change induced disasters, economic uncertainty and a seemingly never ending pandemic. Does […]

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Clean, clear, and calm: overcoming mental negativity

In this talk, it will explore the Buddha's words on how to overcome negativity and stay calm in our day-to-day livesClean, clear, and calm: overcoming mental negativity Presenter: Ayya Suvira Wed 6 April | 7-8.30pm Online: links provided below Cost: Free We know we want calm and an improved quality of life, but when tiredness […]

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Urban retreat: The Selfless Now

Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street, #2, Bankstown, NSW, Australia

Urban retreat: The Selfless Now Teacher: Ajahn Sādaro Saturday 9 April | 9am – 5pm In person at the Metta Centre (Bankstown) & online via Metta Centre's Facebook live Registration for in person attendance is essential through Eventbrite Cost: By donation   While the teaching of non-self (Anatta) is considered one of the more refined […]

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Mahāyāna Buddhism: What’s Great about the Great Vehicle?

Participants will learn more about the history of Buddhism and the differences in traditions present in modern Buddhist practiceMahāyāna Buddhism: What’s Great about the Great Vehicle? Presenter: Jonathan Shearman Wed 13 April | 7-8.30pm Online: links provided below Cost: Free This talk on “What’s Great about the Great Vehicle?” will present the story of how […]

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Living Buddhism Course

Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, Australia

Our weekly Living Buddhism Course explores a topic chosen by the group, and the facilitator leads the group as a whole to understand, experience and reflect on how the Buddha’s teachings can be applied to understanding that topic and our lives, so as to make our spiritual practice relevant and integrated in our daily lives. […]

The Five Remembrances of the Buddha

Explore the historical and ultimate reality of the Buddha through recollection of the 5 remembrances of the Buddha.The Five Remembrances of the BuddhaPresenter: Ven Thich Thong PhapWed 20 Apr| 7-8.30pmOnline: links provided belowCost: FreeWe all know the Buddha as a great teacher who discovered a profound way of life leading to the cessation of birth […]

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Mindfulness or a Mind Full of Things?

Explanation of the Buddha’s definition of mindfulness, and the exploration of the development of mindfulness on body, feelings and mind.Mindfulness or a Mind Full of Things?Presenter: Ven Olande Ananda TheraWed 27 Apr| 7-8.30pmOnline: links provided belowCost: Free Mindfulness has become popularised and the word is used so much in all sorts of contexts that your […]

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Accessibility & Inclusiveness of the Buddhist Path

The speaker will share an experience on the Buddhist path, from the viewpoint of a practitioner who share a body with disabilityAccessibility & Inclusiveness of the Buddhist Path Presenter: Venerable Yonten Phuntsok Wed 4 May| 7-8.30pm Online: links provided below Cost: Free In this, Venerable Yonten Phuntsok will share one person’s experience of accessibility and […]

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Living Buddhism Course

Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, Australia

Our weekly Living Buddhism Course explores a topic chosen by the group, and the facilitator leads the group as a whole to understand, experience and reflect on how the Buddha’s teachings can be applied to understanding that topic and our lives, so as to make our spiritual practice relevant and integrated in our daily lives. […]

Wellbeing in Buddhism

Improve your wellbeing with this presentation and learn the tools needed to gain mental, emotional and spiritual healthWellbeing in BuddhismPresenter: Daniel TroyakWed 11 May | 7-8.30pmOnline: links provided belowCost: FreeStudies prove that Buddhists are onto something when it comes to boosting wellbeing. Perhaps more than any other religion, Buddhism is associated with happiness. According to […]

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Enlightened Women

Stories of enlightened bhikkhunis and eminent lay disciples from the time of the BuddhaEnlightened WomenPresenter: Ven Ayya SomaWed 18 May | 7-8.30pmOnline: Links belowCost: By donationDuring this talk, Buddhist monk Ayya Soma will share some verses and stories of enlightened bhikkhunis and eminent lay disciples from the time of the Buddha. These powerful stories provide […]

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Buddhism In Unexpected Places

Discover some unexpected Buddhists and learn why the Buddha said that the best kind of wisdom is understanding something for ourselves Buddhism In Unexpected Places Presenter: Venerable Akaliko   Wed 25 May | 7-8.30pm   Online: links provided below   Cost: Free What do Barbie, the Matrix movies, and Tina Turner have in common? They […]

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Living Buddhism Course

Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, Australia

Our weekly Living Buddhism Course explores a topic chosen by the group, and the facilitator leads the group as a whole to understand, experience and reflect on how the Buddha’s teachings can be applied to understanding that topic and our lives, so as to make our spiritual practice relevant and integrated in our daily lives. […]

When to stay silent and when to speak up?

Explore how our inner world and the outer world rely on each other in a transformational journey.When to stay silent and when to speak up?Presenter: Ven Tashi ChoedupWed 1 June | 7-8.30pmOnline: links provided belowCost: FreeIs our practice of kindness and compassion just to become better individuals? Or can it play an active role in […]

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Finding Joy on the Buddha’s Path

Explore the Buddha's teaching relating to the cultivation of joyful and happy states with Clinical Psychologist, Dr Chien Hoong GooiFinding Joy on the Buddha's PathPresenter: Dr Chien Hoong GooiWed 8 June | 7-8.30pmOnline: Links belowCost: By donationJoin us on a session with Clinical Psychologist, Dr Chien Hoong Gooi, in exploring the Buddha's teaching relating to […]

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Overcoming Spiritual Hindrances

In this session, we will discuss each of the hindrance and what we should do when they visit to allow us clear these obstacles and blockagesOvercoming Spiritual Hindrances Presenter: Tina Ng Wed 15 June | 7-8.30pm Online: Links below Cost: By donation There are Five Hindrances that can arise in our meditation and in our […]

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Living Buddhism Course

Metta Centre 7-9 Cross Street #2, Bankstown, NSW, Australia

Our weekly Living Buddhism Course explores a topic chosen by the group, and the facilitator leads the group as a whole to understand, experience and reflect on how the Buddha’s teachings can be applied to understanding that topic and our lives, so as to make our spiritual practice relevant and integrated in our daily lives. […]

The importance of daily formal meditation to increase mindfulness

Join us as Ajahn Achalo talks about the importance of daily formal meditation to increase mindfulness and ways to create this daily habit The importance of daily formal meditation to increase mindfulness   Presenter: Ajahn Achalo   Wed 22 June | 7-8.30pm   Online: Links below   Cost: By donation Do you find it difficult […]

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Freedom from Fear

Meeting fear with right mindfulness and wisdom can make a difference between getting caught up in fear and being free from it. Freedom from Fear Presenter: Ven. Bhante Buddharakkita Wed 29 June| 7-8.30pm Online: Links below Cost: By donation Fear is unwholesome emotion which can hinder our heart and mind from fully embracing our life. […]

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