All people want to be happy and lead a meaningful life, but the way we normally try to bring about this brings about very temporary happiness at best and, at worst, leads to blatant dissatisfaction and suffering. By changing our way of life only slightly, but at the same time radically, we can develop a subtle feeling of contentment and wellbeing, even when things really don't work as expected.

Most of us seek happiness in external circumstances and possessions, but both the great contemplative traditions of the world and modern science tell us that circumstances contribute very little to our sense of satisfaction. The root of happiness is not in our circumstances, but in how we deal with them.

We can only deal with our thoughts and emotions all our life. We don't even think of looking at its source, the mind itself, the consciousness that knows the thoughts and emotions. So by learning how not to habitually chase each of our thoughts and emotions as they arise, and then explore their source, we can uncover the truth about who we really are and what our world really is - a love-imbued consciousness.

When asked about the seminar, Erric said, "When we learn to take care of ourselves, when we learn to care for others, there is a deep joy that comes from cultivating loving-kindness, compassion, and empathy. First, we have to make an effort Be based on a healthy sense of self, free from fear and excessive self-criticism. Next, we align our actions with an understanding of the interdependent nature of reality. In this way we can face the dynamics and intensity of daily life directly and with an open heart. "

The speaker speaks in English and will be translated into German.

Events:

Lecture via live streaming on Facebook (without registration):

Fri I October 2nd, 2020 I 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Online seminar (with registration):

Sa I October 3rd, 2020 I 10:00 am - 12:00 pm & 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sun I 04.10.2020 I 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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