Sat, Nov 22
|KMCC - Wicker Park
Gratitude: Guided Meditation Retreat
Choosing gratitude is choosing to be happy. It’s not something we either have or don’t have. This retreat will show how you can deliberately cultivate gratitude until it becomes a strong, natural habit that uplifts you every day.
Time & Location
Nov 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
KMCC - Wicker Park, 2010 W Pierce Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Details
Gratitude is a kind of happiness superpower. It is a powerful method that uplifts the mind, enables us to enjoy our lives, and feel enriched, confident, and optimistic.
Choosing gratitude is choosing to be happy. It’s not something we either have or don’t have – as we will learn on this retreat, we can deliberately cultivate gratitude until it becomes a strong, natural habit that uplifts us every day.
This workshop will include guided meditations, practical guidance, and question-and-answer sessions. No previous experience is necessary; absolutely everyone is welcome.
SCHEDULE
Session 1, 10:00 - 10:45am
Session 2, 11:00am - 11:30am
TEACHER
Kadampa Teacher Steve Florian
BOOKS & MATERIALS
The following book(s) will be referenced. If you'd like to follow along, you can purchase copies from our bookstore or by clicking the book title.
COST
$20
Standard Members: free
Benefactor Members: free
Please note: to receive the member discount, your membership must be active at the time the event will take place. No one turned away for lack of funds; contact us to request financial accommodations. Refund policy
LIVESTREAMING
This in-person event is also available by livestream for monthly members. Register through the Livestreaming for Members page. Not a member? Learn more about our membership options here.