Two inspiring talks on the healing power of meditation

We all want to heal our body and mind, but we often don’t know how. In these two practical talks and follow-up meditations, beloved Buddhist teacher Gen-la Dekyong will explain how meditation can help everyone bring about an authentic inner healing, allowing us to deal with painful feelings at their root and develop a deep, stable happiness

Each talk will be followed by a guided meditation led by one of the teachers at London's two Kadampa meditation centres. No experience needed — everyone is warmly welcome.

Without inner peace, outer peace is impossible

VENERABLE GESHE KELSANG GYATSO

The Founder of Modern Buddhism

Programme for the day

10.30am – 12pm

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Improve Your Mind, Improve Your Life

Talk by Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong

We work hard to improve our lives — better jobs, homes, relationships — yet lasting satisfaction always seems just out of reach. Why is that, and how can we break the cycle?

Buddha taught that the world we experience depends entirely on the mind. By practising simple methods to improve our thoughts and replace negative habits with positive ones, everything in our life — our relationships, our work, our daily happiness — will naturally improve.



12.30 – 1.15pm · Meditation & Q&A with Kadam Lucy James
Resident Teacher of KMC London — Kensington & Morden

2.15pm – 3.45pm

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Discovering A Deeper Kind of Happiness

Talk by Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong

A good meal with friends feels wonderful — but why does it do so little to reduce our underlying stress and anxiety? Is there a deeper, more lasting happiness available to us?

Buddha taught that we have the potential for a far more satisfying happiness by developing the capacity of our mind. In this talk we'll learn simple, practical methods to cultivate a stable inner peace — one that stays with us regardless of what life throws at us.



4.15 – 5pm · Meditation & Q&A with Kadam John McBretney
Resident Teacher of Heruka KMC — Golders Green

About The Teachers

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Gen-la Kelsang Dekyong

Retired General Spiritual Director, New Kadampa Tradition

Gen-la Dekyong has been a disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for 40 years and holds the lineages of his blessings in her heart. She is recognised as a fully qualified Teacher of Sutra and Tantra, and in particular is qualified to bestow the blessings of the Highest Yoga Tantra practices of Heruka and Vajrayogini. She is an inspiring example of a modern Kadampa disciple who relies sincerely upon her Spiritual Guide in all her actions. Gen-la is greatly respected for the power and sincerity of her teachings and the warmth of her personality.

Kadam Lucy James

Resident Teacher of KMC London — Kensington & Morden

Kadam Lucy is a senior Kadampa teacher who has taught extensively in the UK, USA and Europe since 1981. She is appreciated for her deep wisdom, lucid mind, and inspiring yet practical presentation of Buddha's teachings — making them immediately effective in our busy modern lives.

Kadam John McBretney

Resident Teacher of Heruka KMC — Golders Green

With over 30 years of experience, Kadam John is a joyful and inspiring teacher. Known for his practical advice and compassionate clarity, he makes profound teachings accessible and relevant to modern London life.

Tickets

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£35

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£29

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£55

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£35

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Breaking Free From Stress & Anxiety

Every ticket includes a free 3-week meditation course at Heruka KMC or KMC London — helping you put what you learn into practice straight away.

Worth £30–£36 · Collect your free course ticket on the day

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Questions? talks@meditateinlondon.org · 020 8455 7563

Venue & Getting There

Logan Hall

20 Bedford Way
London, WC1H 0AL

Nearest tube: Russell Square (Piccadilly line) · 4 mins walk
Also convenient: Euston, King's Cross, Holborn

020 8455 7563
talks@meditateinlondon.org

Hosted by Heruka Kadampa Meditation Centre (Charity no. 1011646) & Kadampa Meditation Centre London (Charity no. 1100615) · Members of the New Kadampa Tradition – International Kadampa Buddhist Union