{"id":5852,"date":"2025-05-15T17:10:37","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T15:10:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kagyu.org.za\/johannesburg\/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5852"},"modified":"2025-05-22T17:57:31","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T15:57:31","slug":"training-the-mind-for-mental-resilience-with-lama-zangpo","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/kagyu.org.za\/johannesburg\/event\/training-the-mind-for-mental-resilience-with-lama-zangpo\/","title":{"rendered":"Training the Mind for Mental Resilience with Lama Zangpo"},"content":{"rendered":"

A Weekend Introduction to Lojong<\/strong><\/p>\n

Lojong<\/strong>, a Tibetan Buddhist practice, literally means mind training\u00a0 –\u00a0 Lo<\/strong> means “mind<\/em>” and jong<\/strong> means “to train<\/em>.”\u00a0 Its purpose is to transform the way we relate to our experiences\u2014especially difficult ones\u2014so that instead of reacting with frustration, anger, or fear, we cultivate compassion, wisdom, and resilience.<\/p>\n

At the heart of lojong are 59 slogans<\/strong> or aphorisms<\/strong>, originally compiled by the 12th-century teacher Geshe Chekawa. These slogans are not just philosophical ideas\u2014they are practical instructions for daily life. They help practitioners shift their perspective from self-centeredness to a broader awareness rooted in empathy and kindness.<\/p>\n

In our fast-paced, stressful world, lojong offers a powerful toolkit for building mental resilience<\/strong>. Rather than just managing stress, it helps transform the mind at its root\u2014changing how we perceive, react, and relate to the world.<\/p>\n

You don\u2019t need to be a Buddhist to benefit from mind training. Its principles align with modern psychological approaches to emotional regulation, cognitive reframing, and compassion-based living. It\u2019s as much about practical mental training as it is about spiritual growth.<\/p>\n

Programme<\/h2>\n

Saturday 14 June\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • 10:30 am to 4:00 pm<\/li>\n
  • Bring and Share Vegetarian Lunch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Sunday 15 June<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • 10:30 am to 1:00 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Cost<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      There is no charge for this weekend workshop, but donations are welcome to help cover centre costs.<\/p>\n

      Teacher<\/h2>\n
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      \"\"Lama Zangpo began his meditation journey in 1996 after meeting Lama Yeshe Rinpoche at KSDJ, where he was a resident volunteer. He undertook long retreats on Arran and trained intensively with Drupon Rinpoche in Nepal. He has supported Buddhist communities in South Africa, the Congo, and now Glasgow, where he is known for his compassionate and practical understanding of Buddhist teachings.<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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