"I believe people are so unhappy because they try to understand what is happening out in the world and outside of themselves." What is the nature of friendship? Our friends are those who we depend on; who we look to in order to belong, who we wish to help in their time of need, and…
The new year is a time for healing, setting intentions, letting go of what is no longer serving us, and clearing the way for unconditional love from ourselves and others. Join Bhante Sujatha, The Loving-Kindness monk, this new year season for an unforgettable experience to initiate your new year with commitment and determination. Bhante will…
Finding Contentment in the Western World: A Meditation Workshop and Fundraiser with Bhante Sujatha January 11, 2025 / 1:00 – 3:00 PM The Home of Kerry Burki “The pursuit of happiness” is a common bond that unites us all. Nearly everyone on the planet is actively engaged in finding sustainable happiness. Still, regardless of our…
Your Loss is Your Gain A Workshop & Guided Meditation with Bhante Sujatha “When you are able to experience gain and loss with an equal mind, you realize a rare freedom found in this world.” We have all experienced success and failure, praise and blame, gain and loss. How do we feel after these experiences?…
Full Moon Meditation Join Bhante Sujatha for the first full moon of 2025 in this popular monthly online program. We hope that you can join in! The full moon day is a very important one in Buddhist countries, particularly in Bhante's home country, Sri Lanka. Bhante likes to call the full moon day a spiritual…
“The pursuit of happiness” is a common bond that unites us all. Nearly everyone on the planet is actively engaged in finding sustainable happiness. Still, regardless of our economic or social position, regardless of what we’ve acquired along the way, happiness seems to exist as a mysterious wind that comes in, fills us with joy,…
“Buddha vacana” (the Buddha’s words) are lifestyles. I have observed and interacted with many scholars pursuing the teaching of the Buddha through academic practices. I myself have done this as part of my monk's training, and know it is very important for our growth as monks, for the purpose of making the Dhamma accessible to…
Navigating Your Spiritual Journey: Seeking Freedom Beyond Belief Join us for an enlightening and transformative talk with Bhante Sujatha, as he delves into the intricate tapestry of spirituality and religion. In this extended session, we will explore the profound differences and intersections between religious practices and spiritual growth, guiding you on how to embark on…
L.O.V.E.: Living Our Values Everyday All the time we talk about love, we hear it in the media, we see it portrayed everywhere, and we describe all the things we “love” without thinking twice. But what do we really mean when we talk about love? How can we use the same term for how we…
Making Peace with the Past: How to Deal with Our Memories Memory is the faculty in which the mind stores and remembers information. Our memories are emotional imprints. Whenever a memory arises, whether good or bad, we are no longer in the present moment. A good memory can feel so good and joyful, and help…
