Training in Concentration: How to Attain Tranquil Abiding

About the Course

“With effort it is not difficult to attain a mind that can remain for a short time on one object single-pointedly without distraction…Actual tranquil abiding is attained only by improving this mind.” – Joyful Path of Good Fortune, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso

Do you meditate regularly, or have you at least tried to meditate?

Whenever we practice meditation, whether or not our meditation is clear, we are performing a virtuous mental action that is a cause of our future happiness and peace of mind. We can further enhance the benefits of our meditation practice by training in a special kind of concentration called tranquil abiding. By training to improve our concentration we will be able to remain undistracted for longer and longer, without losing quality in our meditations. Training in concentration also produces a physical and mental suppleness which makes our body light and free of tension and helps to eliminate mental disturbances.

In this special day course, Resident Teacher Matthew Stein will introduce the basics of how to get started with meditation and how to progress in our practice by improving our concentration and training in tranquil abiding.  For those who are interested, Matthew will explain how to use the teachings from this course to prepare for the Tranquil Abiding Retreat the weekend of November 13th – 15th.

Can I attend if I am new to meditation? 

Yes! This course is suitable for all levels.

The Teacher

Matthew has practiced and taught Kadampa Buddhism and meditation for many years under the guidance of many senior teachers of the New Kadampa Tradition.

Matthew previously lived at the Kadampa World Peace Temple in New York where he engaged in in-depth study and retreat, and in 2023 he completed the Intensive Teacher Training Program at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre in Northern England. Matthew teaches from the heart in a clear, warm and relaxed way, that is always practical and relevant to our daily lives.

Schedule

10:00 – 11:15 am  Session 1
11:15 – 11:45 am  Tea break
11:45 am – 1:00 pm  Session 2
1:00 – 3:00 pm  Lunch break
3:00 – 4:15 pm  Session 3

Is registration required?

Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome!

Cost

Full Event
$35
$17 for basic members
Free for full members and benefactors

Single Session
$15
$8 for basic members
Free for full members and benefactors

Learn more becoming a supporting member

No one is turned away for lack of funds. Please contact the Administrative Director at admin@meditationinconnecticut.org if you need to make arrangements.

An in-person and online event

Held in-person at Odiyana Buddhist Center, 450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033.

Live-streaming is available for Center Members. Please contact the Education Program Coordinator at epc@meditationinconnecticut.org after you have registered for the class if you wish to attend online. 

For more information contact: info@meditationinconnecticut.org or 860.266.6041