Buddhist Psychology ๑ Each Time a Different Theme

ABOUT BUDDHISM

Buddhism is much more than just a handful of meditations. These ancient teachings are in fact of all times, still very applicable to our present experience. I myself experienced a great sense of relief and a joy of recognition when I started to learn about it.

The Buddha Gautama by his own introspection gained deep insight in how the human mind works. He understood that suffering is an inevitable aspect of life. We gain and lose, enjoy and suffer, succeed and fail, and in any case, grow old to die eventually. No-one can escape this. But what the Buddha clearly saw, is that the degree of suffering we experience mostly depends on our attachment to feelings and opinions. As long as we desire to have things differently than they are, we will experience a sense of struggle and unfulfillment.

The good news is, there is a way out! It is possible to flow with life with all its ups and downs, and not get stuck in our ideas about it.

To hear that life is not so satisfactory to the majority of people - and in fact, kind of a struggle - can be a great relief. There is nothing wrong with you in particular, it's not that you are the only one who is not getting it right... you are just discovering that life is mostly uncontrollable.

If you can accept this, it ceases to be a problem.

The Buddha knew how to expound his wisdom in a clear and direct way, always adapting his manner of speaking to his audience. Buddhist Psychology therefore is elaborate and precise; it covers all aspects of the human experience.

About the facilitator:

Ciska Matthes is a keen student of Buddhism for about 25 years. She has practiced intensively under many teachers in various traditions worldwide. In her talk, she will refer to her own experiences and make you practice a little introspection yourself as well.

DATES:

» Sunday the 17th of October // 13:30 - 14:30

» Sunday the 21st of November // 13:30 - 14:30

» Sunday the 21st of December // 13:30 - 14:30

Facilitator: Ciska Matthes
Date: Once a month on Sunday
Time: 13:30 - 14:30
Location: Zeeburgerpad 8, Amsterdam - The Conscious Club
Tickets: https://theconsciousclub.com/book-online

GOOD TO KNOW

» The check-in closes 2 minutes before the start of each class with no exceptions. Make sure that you’re 10 minutes early to be able to enter, avoid queues and enjoy our classes. 

» Please keep a 1,5-meter distance at all times and bring your own towel to cover the props

» No face masks during class. We don’t allow face masks in our classrooms since it’s not safe to do your practice wearing one. 

» Come fully dressed to ensure easy entry & exit. You can leave your belongings in the dressing area, but changing and showering are not permitted. 

» Please put your phone on airplane mode during class and don't bring it onto the mat. You are welcome to leave any valuable items secured at our reception desk. 

» Dress warmly. We need to ventilate our classrooms, so that means it can get a bit chilly. Make sure you’re dressed accordingly.

» You can find our entrance at the graffiti door. The door will be open 20 minutes before the start of your class

» If the door is locked then, unfortunately, you were too late to join the class. We always lock the door 2 minutes before the start to ensure an undisturbed practice, so make sure to be on time.

» We don't do refunds. You can cancel a class up to 8 hours before the start time in order to use your ticket again. In case of a later cancellation, you will be charged. Please be mindful when you book a spot as we have limited space available.

PRICES

» Single Class | €15,50 
» 5-Ride Pass & VOD |  €67,50 instead of €190,- | valid for 3 months 
» 10-Ride Pass & VOD | €125 instead of €267,50 | valid for 3 months 
» New Member Introduction Card & VOD | €60 for 10 classes | valid for 1 month