Guilt is a useless emotion that undermines our ability to learn and grow.  You can learn how to escape from the trap of blaming yourself over and over again for past mistakes and misfortunes that only result in suffering. 

Buddha gives us constructive ways of handling our mistakes and misfortunes, and this retreat Gen Chogden will explain how we can move beyond pain and towards spiritual growth and happiness.

To Register: Please register at the door at this point.

Cost: $35-- or $30 for early registration (by Sep 2nd), 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

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

About the Teacher: Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Chogden

Gen Kelsang Chogden is an American Buddhist nun and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Maryland. Gen Chogden has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism since 1998 under Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, who gave her the title “Gen” indicating that she is a senior ordained teacher of the Kadampa Tradition.

Gen Chogden is well-loved for her warmth, kindness, and wisdom, which have come from her sincere and heartfelt practice of Kadam Dharma over many years.

Her teachings are always practical and easy to apply to everyday life. Through her gentle and joyful approach and her peaceful example, she has helped many people find true happiness in their hearts.