How to be Happy During Unhappy Times

When the world feels unsettled and our own lives present challenges, it’s natural to wonder how happiness is possible. News of global suffering, uncertainty about the future, and personal difficulties can leave us feeling overwhelmed or powerless.

Buddhist wisdom explains that although we cannot control everything happening around us, we can transform our inner experience. In difficult times especially, developing a peaceful mind is essential. If our mind becomes overwhelmed by anger, fear, or discouragement, we only add to the problems around us. But by cultivating inner peace, we become a source of stability, compassion, and wisdom for ourselves and others.

In this series, discover practical meditation methods from Kadampa Buddhism that help you access your natural capacity for happiness and meet life’s challenges with confidence and a good heart.

Week 1: Inner Protection – Finding Peace in Difficult TimesWeek 2: Discovering the Real Source of HappinessWeek 3: Overcoming Negative MindsWeek 4: Opening the Heart – Radical Compassion for Difficult TimesWeek 5: Maintaining a Peaceful Mind in Daily Life

Through practical teachings and guided meditations, learn how to let go of inner agitation, nurture a calm and positive mind, and bring greater peace into your daily life. Everyone is welcome—no previous experience needed.

Each class stands on its own, so feel free to drop in anytime. We recommend attending the full series if you can, but you’re always welcome to join individual sessions. Suitable for complete beginners and experienced meditators.

Everyone is welcome

Sessions last for an hour. Light refreshments will be served before or after the class.

About this series: This weekly series aims to teach effective, meditation-based solutions to everyday problems taken from the Kadampa Buddhist tradition.

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Price:

Pre-paid Monthly Members & Full Time Students: Free

5 Week Series: £40

Weekly £10/class

Weekly £7/class - low income

(Low income tickets are made available for those on benefits or unemployed)

Please email [email protected], if further information to enable access to classes is required.

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