The Practice of Patience: Teachings from Shantideva
The Practice of Patience: Teachings from Shantideva
Thursdays, October 8th to 29th, 2026
7:00pm to 8:30 pm
Spiritual Director Kushok Lobsang Dhamchöe warmly welcomes new and returning students to join him for a special four-week class starting Thursday, October 8th, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.
In this welcoming and supportive series, Kushok will guide us in transforming everyday anger and frustration into deep patience and inner fortitude. Life brings plenty of challenges, but this class will provide practical tools to help you manage difficulties with grace, resilience, and an open hand.
Class Highlights
Transforming Emotions: Learn how to recognize anger and gently shift it into lasting patience and strength.
Wisdom of Shantideva: Continue exploring the profound teachings from the Patience chapter of Shantideva’s Way of the Bodhisattva.
Active Practice: Discover how patience is not about passive endurance, but rather an active, wise response to adversity.
Text: SHANTIDEVA’S GUIDE TO AWAKENING, Commentary on the Bodhicharyavatara by Geshe Yeshe Tobden
LOCATION: This event will take place at the Alberta Centre for Peace and Meditation, 11403-101 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5G 2A9
REGISTRATION FEE: Your investment for this daylong retreat is $50 for in-person ($70 for Zoom). Please register by Friday, October 2, 2026. It is Gaden Samten Ling’s policy that no one should be turned away due to lack of funds. If you feel you would benefit from this course but are unable to register for financial reasons, please contact Gillian at info@gsl-ab.ca.
REFUND POLICY: An individual may receive a refund, less a $2 administration fee, if they request the refund from the Society Office by email, before 2:00 PM, Friday, October 2, 2026.
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