{"id":5880,"date":"2025-05-21T16:20:56","date_gmt":"2025-05-21T14:20:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kagyu.org.za\/johannesburg\/?post_type=tribe_events&#038;p=5880"},"modified":"2025-05-22T17:57:00","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T15:57:00","slug":"introduction-to-meditation-with-lama-zangpo","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/kagyu.org.za\/johannesburg\/event\/introduction-to-meditation-with-lama-zangpo\/","title":{"rendered":"Introduction to Meditation with Lama Zangpo"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\" data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"298\"><strong data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"298\">Discover Stillness, Clarity, and Presence<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"554\"><em>&#8220;Meditation is not something that a Buddha or a spiritual teacher can insert into our mind from outside. It is already present although only as a potential state. We all possess the state of meditation but we do not know how to use it. We are in the situation of someone who possess a beautiful car but does not know how to drive.&#8221; Bokar Rinpoche<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"554\">Curious about meditation or looking to deepen your understanding of the basics? Join us for a gentle and accessible <strong data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"446\">Introduction to Meditation<\/strong> session\u2014perfect for beginners and anyone wanting to reconnect with the foundations of mindfulness practice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"582\">In this introductory session, you will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"582\">Learn simple techniques for calming the mind and relaxing the body<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"582\">Explore the principles of mindfulness and awareness<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"582\">Be guided through a short, seated meditation practice<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"582\">Have time for questions and supportive discussion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"1020\">Meditation offers a powerful way to reduce stress, cultivate compassion, and bring more presence into everyday life. No previous experience is necessary\u2014just bring your curiosity and an open heart.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"1020\">This introduction is followed by a <strong>Meditation Workshop on Saturday, 21 June 2025<\/strong>. &#8211; See here for more details.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1133\">\ud83e\udeb7 Cushions and chairs provided<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1133\">\ud83d\udcb0 Cost: No cost, but donations welcome<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1133\">\ud83d\udce9 Please RSVP to reserve your place<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1179\"><strong>Come sit with us\u2014and learn how to drive your beautiful car, learn how to meditate.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1179\"><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-5853\" src=\"https:\/\/kagyu.org.za\/johannesburg\/files\/2025\/05\/1-DSCN8801-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>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.<br \/>\n<\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1179\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Curious about meditation or looking to deepen your understanding of the basics? 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