A Weekend of Meditation with Gen Norbu

Fri, Oct 11, 7-8:15pm 

Accepting uncertainty: how to be patient with the future 

Public talk:

There is so much uncertainty in our world, and in our own personal lives. If we can’t accept this fact, how will we ever be happy? If we’re constantly trying to know what’s going to happen in the future, we are fighting a losing battle! It is essential for our mental peace, and even our sanity, that we learn how to be patient and accept all the uncertainty in our lives related to the future.

Sat, Oct 12, 10am-4pm 

Abiding in Uncertainty: Suffering? Or Bliss?

Following on from the Public Talk on Friday night, Gen Norbu will guide a meditation retreat for everyone the next day. The emphasis of these sessions will be on using meditation to renounce the suffering of uncertainty, while embracing the bliss of accepting uncertainty. A preliminary breathing meditation will be introduced for those who are new, and will be guided in each session. Simple prayers will be introduced and used for preparing for meditation in each session. During the breaks, there will be opportunity to meet and ask questions with Gen Norbu.

Gen Kelsang Norbu: Modern Buddhist Monk and resident teacher at
Kadampa Meditation Center Charlotte, NC

Gen Norbu is known for his loving and gentle nature and holds a very clear and sharp understanding of Buddha’s teachings. Through his teachings and his personal example, Gen Norbu shows us how to integrate Buddha’s teachings into our daily life.