In this short talk Venerable Gendun will introduce calm abiding (also known as Shamatha) meditation and explain how this practice helps us train our minds to rest naturally in the present moment by using simple techniques such as mindful breathing. In turn these techniques can help promote a calmer, more balanced and less chaotic mind and enhance overall well-being.
Date: Friday 1st May
Time: 6.00-7.30pm
Location: in person @ 116 Bathurst Road, Katoomba or online via Zoom.
Cost: $30/$25 for non-member/member & concession
This teaching is suitable for everyone.
About the Teacher – Venerable Gendun
Venerable Losang Gendun has dedicated nearly four decades to practicing Buddhism and has served as a Bhikshu in the Tibetan tradition for the past 19 years. Prior to his ordination, he worked in diverse fields such as palliative care, technology, refugee organizations, and management. His extensive training includes ten years of studying Buddhist philosophy and practice in monasteries across France, India, Nepal, and Myanmar. Additionally, he spent over four years in retreat, immersing himself in Tibetan sutra and tantra, as well as the Burmese Theravada Forest Tradition.
For the last 15 years, Ven. Gendun has taught worldwide, sharing his knowledge of Buddhist philosophy, psychology, and meditation. He serves the aspirations of H.H. the Dalai Lama and Lama Zopa Rinpoche as part of the FPMT (Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition).
In 2023, he founded The Buddha Project, which engages in long-term guidance for Buddhist meditators, scientific research, art projects, and intercontemplative social engagement.