Many people suffer from feelings of worry and constant anxiety, or are simply overwhelmed from time to time by the stress and demands of everyday life.

In this retreat we will learn how through controlling our mind and learning to respond skillfully to life’s challenges, we can free ourselves from crippling fears and other painful emotions. We can gain the ability to approach normally anxiety-inducing situations with the confidence of a peaceful mind and a good heart.

To Register: Please register at the door, as pre-registration has now closed.

Cost: $35-- or $30 for early registration (by Feb 18th), students, seniors 62+, and unemployed. Lunch is included. Free for members at Supporter-Level and Benefactor-Level.

Schedule: Session 1: 10-11am

Session 2: 11:45am-12:45pm

Lunch in our World Peace Cafe

Session 3: 2-3:15pm (includes 15 min of Q&A)

About the Teacher: Rick Ratigan

A long-time member of KMC Maryland, Rick has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism since 1999, and has been teaching for about 15 years. He is retired from the State of Maryland with a background in Social Services. He is a sincere meditator and Dharma practitioner and is well liked for his compassion and a good sense of humor. Rick’s classes are down-to-earth and practical.