About the Event

In this two-part course, learn valuable insights into meditation and modern Buddhism.

Quiet Your Mind: Learn to Meditate

In busy modern life, we have so many distractions. How does this affect us? Most people find that their mind constantly jumps from one thing to another, and that the noisy internal chatter never stops! By the end of the day, they feel tired and scattered. However, it doesn't need to be like this...

In this part of the course, you will learn how to quiet your mind and become more mindful of the present. You will find that you can accomplish more while feeling peaceful and thinking more clearly.

Introduction to Buddhism

Buddha’s life and teachings reveal a blueprint that anyone can follow to awaken our fullest potential for happiness. Improve your understanding of the core insights and practices of the Buddhist faith – from meditation and mindfulness to reincarnation, karma and the true nature of things – in a practical, accessible, non-dogmatic way. This class is suitable for everyone.

Schedule

Saturday, May 21

10-11:30am | Quiet the Mind: Learn to Meditate with Billy Lee Elick

11:30am-12:00pm | Break

12-1:30pm | Introduction to Buddhism with LJ Aaen

Ljubica Aaen (Lj)

LJ has been teaching meditation for many years, having started in Phoenix and then London and now Denver. As a mother and working professional, LJ teaches from a wealth of understanding and experience from applying Buddha's teachings to modern busy life. Classes with LJ are sure to leave you with something to ponder, practice and be happy about.

Billy Lee Elrick

Billy Lee found Kadampa meditation here in Denver in 2000 and has devoted herself to the practice, as well as participated in countless volunteer activities at the Center. A life-long educator with a very big heart.