• Forget Willpower, Try Wisdom

Did you stop making resolutions years ago? Is your willpower on its last legs? Stop the struggle! In this beginner-friendly workshop, learn how to incorporate practical and effective wisdom insights from the Buddhist tradition to let go of stubborn bad habits and develop healthy ones instead.

Absolutely everyone is welcome, regardless of previous experience, background or belief.

SCHEDULE

10 - 11am: Teaching

11:10 - 11:30am: Guided Meditation 1

11:40am - 12pm: Guided Meditation 2

12 - 12:30pm: Optional Q&A

** And available to watch or rewatch for 72 hours after. Just register before the live event finishes, and shortly after it finishes you'll receive a link to watch it any time for 72 hours.

TEACHER

Gen Kelsang Zamling is a modern Buddhist monk and the Resident Teacher for KMC Chicago. Having studied, practiced, and taught Buddhist meditation for many years, he is adept at guiding both new and experienced meditators with warmth and clarity.

BOOKS

This retreat will draw from the following books. It's not required to have your own copy, but some people like to have them on hand during the event, or read more afterward. Contact us using the form below to ask about pickup from our Oak Park location, or click the link to order a printed, e-book, or audiobook copy from Tharpa Publications.

How to Solve Our Human Problems

How to Transform Your Life (free e-book available)

COST

$20 per person

Monthly members: Half-price for Supporting Members and FP; free for Benefactors and Patrons (see the member benefits section for codes needed to receive these discounts). $35 for 30 days: free, discount is automatically applied.