The Buddhist Science of the Mind: A Practical Guide to Inner Freedom

Understanding the Mind: An ICB Public Lecture — Prof. Matthew Orsborn

Join us for two illuminating mornings with Prof. Matthew Orsborn, former Buddhist monastic and scholar of Buddhist philosophy, as he guides us into the inner workings of the mind through the lens of Buddhist psychology.

In this transformative weekend workshop, Prof. Orsborn will unravel how consciousness, perception, thoughts, and emotions arise — and how understanding these processes can free us from habitual patterns of stress and suffering. Blending classical Buddhist teachings with modern insights, he offers a practical “operator’s manual” for navigating the mind with clarity, awareness, and compassion.

This is a rare opportunity to look beyond theory and discover how Buddhist psychology becomes a living practice — helping us understand ourselves more deeply, respond more wisely, and live with greater joy and freedom.

Event Details
📅 7 February 2026 (Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📅 8 February 2026 (Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 Poh Ming Tse Temple, Singapore
🎟 Admission: By donation ($20 per day suggested)
Free for students and monastics.

🔗 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/fuFbGvAqAj

What to Expect
🧠 Understand how consciousness and perception shape your experience
🌿 Learn the Buddhist view of thought, emotion, and mental habits
🔍 Discover the roots of suffering — and the path to mental freedom
💛 Gain practical tools for mindfulness, stability, and inner peace

About the Speaker
Prof. Matthew Orsborn is a respected scholar of Buddhist philosophy and former monastic with deep expertise in Buddhist theories of mind and meditative training. He has taught internationally, bringing clarity, warmth, and depth to complex teachings, making them accessible and relevant to modern life.

✨ All are welcome — no prior background needed.
Come with curiosity and begin your journey into understanding the most important instrument you use every day: your mind.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Institute of Chinese Buddhism