How to Let Go of Insecurity: Developing Authentic Self Confidence
- Saturday 14 November
- 14:00 - 17:00
- Venue: Friends Meeting House, 6 The Friars, Canterbury CT1 2AS
- Cost: £25 General Admission | £20 Low Income | Free for Members & Full time Students
Many of us feel, at times, “I am an insecure person.” Yet from a Buddhist perspective, insecurity is not our true nature—it is simply a habit of mind. Beneath it lies a natural confidence and ease that can be uncovered.
In this half-day course, we will explore practical Buddhist insights that help us move beyond the self-doubt and comparison that so often undermine our confidence and happiness. Through clear teachings and guided meditation, we will begin to see how insecurity arises from holding a limited and mistaken view of who we are—and how, by gently loosening this view, we can open the door to greater freedom, confidence, and inner peace.
As we become familiar with a more spacious and compassionate understanding of ourselves, we can let go of the pressure to prove or protect who we think we are, and instead experience a more relaxed, joyful way of relating to both ourselves and others.
Guided by senior Buddhist teacher Chelvi, who brings over 20 years of meditation experience, this course offers a gentle but powerful introduction to an empowering way of thinking and being. Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators, you will leave with practical tools you can apply immediately in daily life—and a clearer sense of the confidence and peace that are already within you.
The Teacher
This half day course will be led by senior Kadampa Buddhist teacher Chelvi Mailvaganan.
Chelvi has been a Kadampa Buddhist for over 22 years. She is a mother and social worker, specialising in end of life care.
Meditation has helped transform and heal many aspects of Chelvi’s life. She teaches from her own experience and wealth of knowledge, emphasising how to apply Buddhist methods to everyday life with insight and clarity.
Details
Date:
Saturday 14 November 2026
Time:
2pm to 5pm
Cost:
£25 Admission | £20 low income | Free for Members & Full time students
Venue
Location:
Friends Meeting House, 6 The Friars, Canterbury CT1 2AS
Phone:
07486 466765
Email:
info@meditateinkent.com
SCHEDULE
Registration | 1.40pm
Session one | 2pm – 3.15pm
Break | 3.15pm – 3.45pm
Session two | 3.45pm – 5.00pm
Cost & Booking
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General: £25
Low Income Concession: £20
Members & Full Time Students: FREE
Light refreshments will be provided.
Everyone Welcome! Book your place online today.
FAQs
Our classes are for everyone who is interested in learning how to meditate, regardless of background or belief. They are designed to give a broad introduction to Buddhist meditation, teachings, and practice. Everyone is invited to use whichever aspects of the teachings they find helpful.
No. Anyone can learn basic meditation and experience the benefits that come from having a peaceful mind.
No. Everyone is welcome, including beginners. All you need is the wish to improve yourself and the quality of your life.
No special clothing is required, come as you are.
No. The classes focus on meditation and teachings alone. You can choose to sit on a chair or meditation cushion.
We are a registered charity run entirely by volunteers, no-one receives a salary. The funds we receive are used to pay for our venues and operating expenses. Although we charge for classes we also offer low-income rates and no one will ever be turned away for lack of funds.
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