Who do you think you are?
- A Day Meditation Event on connecting with enlightened beings
- Saturday 20 June
- 10am - 5pm
- St. Benedict Centre, West Malling
- £45 | £35 conc | £10 for Members
- Booking Online Required - Limited Capacity!
A Day Meditation Event in West Malling
Saturday 20 June | 10am – 5pm
Booking Online Required – Limited Capacity
An Exploration of Buddha’s Wisdom Teachings on the Emptiness of the Self
Who we are depends largely on who we think we are. Often, we get caught up in a limited or insecure sense of self, which can keep us stuck in patterns of suffering and dissatisfaction. Our thoughts shape our identity, usually without our conscious choice, creating inner conflict and limiting our potential.
In this day retreat, we will explore Buddha’s profound yet practical teachings on the emptiness of the self—an understanding that reveals our true nature and frees us from self-limiting patterns. Through guided teachings and meditations, you will learn how to transform your mind, release habitual struggles, and cultivate genuine inner freedom.
Emptiness is not a nihilistic void, but a source of unlimited potential, creativity, and joy. By meditating on emptiness, we can gradually become the person we aspire to be, opening the door to deeper fulfillment, peace, and even enlightenment.
This retreat will be taught by KMC Kent’s Principal Teacher, offering clear guidance on applying these wisdom teachings in daily life. Join us to experience the liberating power of understanding the self and awaken your true potential.
Held in West Malling at the beautiful St Benedict’s Centre, surrounded by nature and offering opportunities for gentle walks between sessions, this day meditation course provides a supportive space to slow down and reflect deeply on a profound and timeless Buddhist theme: the emptiness of the self.
You will also enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch and refreshments during the day and be invited to relax, reflect, and meet like-minded people.
The Teacher
This meditation retreat will be led by James Baskerville, the Resident Teacher at KMC Kent.
James has been practising and teaching Kadampa Buddhism for over twenty years and has engaged in extensive meditation retreats, including silent retreat. He is especially known for his clarity, humour and inspirational presentation of Buddha’s teachings.
Details
Date:
Saturday 20 June
Time:
10am - 5pm
Cost:
£45 | £35 conc
£10 for Members
Venue
Location:
St Benedict’s Centre, 52 Swan Street,
West Malling
ME19 6JX
Phone:
07812248316
Email:
info@meditateinkent.com
SCHEDULE
Registration | 09.45am
Session 1 | 10.00am – 11.15am
Break | 11.15am – 11.45am
Session 2 | 11.45am – 1.00pm
Lunch | 1.00pm – 2.30pm
Session 2 & 3 | 2.30pm – 5.00pm
Cost & Booking
- £45 | £35 conc | £10 for Members
- Lunch & light refreshment included
Online Booking Required ! Limited Capacity.
Please note: Booking & Payment PRIOR the start of the course only.
LOCATION
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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