Transforming Your Mind: Buddhist Mind Training (LONDON)
About this Event
During this day retreat, held at The Study Society (Colet House) in London, we will explore Buddhist Mind Training techniques (lojong) that help us transform emotional pain, anxiety, and stress into mental well-being in ways that benefit us and the people around us. These practices are accessible to anyone seeking inner transformation—whether Buddhist or not.
What We’ll Explore
- Explore the foundational techniques of Buddhist Mind Training (lojong).
- Discover how to turn everyday difficulties into opportunities for personal growth.
- Learn how challenging emotions can be transformed into deep inner transformation.
- Experience stillness and calm through easy-to-follow guided meditations.
- Share and learn with like-minded friends in group discussions.
Organisers
This event is co-organised with The Contemplative Consciousness Network (CCN). The CCN, established in 2011, following the teachings of our president Dr. B. Alan Wallace, is a charity dedicated to exploring and enhancing human potential and well-being through the study and practice of contemplative consciousness.
Lunch
During the lunch break, you are welcome to head out or bring your own lunch to eat with the group in the refectory. This can be a great time to share and discuss with others. David has requested that we eat a plant-based lunch, or at least vegetarian if this is not possible for you. This is an expression of non-harm and compassion – taking into account the welfare of our planet and fellow inhabitants.
Booking & Donations
There are limited places available for this day retreat. Please book in advance – bookings are being handled through the CCN website.
The CCN embraces a sliding scale policy for their event fees, guided by the Buddhist principle of generosity and inclusivity. There are suggested donations to help cover event costs and support our ongoing activities, for the benefit of all. However, we firmly believe that financial constraints should never be a barrier to participation. If the suggested amount is beyond your means, please contribute what you can — every offering helps us sustain and continue providing our events and courses for the collective good.
About the Teacher
David Oromith is the Operations Officer for the CCN and the co-founder of Samadhi. He is a Buddhist contemplative and meditation guide with a background in mental health services. Having practised meditation since the age of 18, his journey into Buddhism began through personal struggles with depression and anxiety, leading him to the Buddha’s teachings.
David has studied under various teachers, with Lama Alan as his root guru, and is influenced by Tibetan Buddhism among other traditions, recognising the value and benefit of multiple points-of-view. He focuses on meditation training and core, practical Buddhist principles in his teachings. He is the author of the book A Practical Guide to Mindful Living and leads several retreats across the UK every year, as well as teaching online and in person across South Wales.
David’s engaging style is clear, practical, and relatable, hoping to make ancient practices applicable to modern life. He envisions and works towards the establishment of the Samadhi Eco Retreat Centre as a community for spiritual development.
Hourly Schedule
Day Retreat
- 10.30am - 11.45am
- Session 1
- Talk & Meditation
- 11.45am - 12.00pm
- Break
- 12.00pm - 1.15pm
- Session 2
- Talk & Meditation
- 1.15pm - 2.15pm
- Lunch
- 2.15pm - 3.30pm
- Session 3
- Talk, Meditation & Discussion
If you would like to support our vision of making these teachings as accessible as possible, please consider making a donation, supporting future groups, events & retreats. Interested to know why we charge for this event and what happens to profits? Read here.
Organiser
Other Organisers
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The Contemplative Consciousness Network
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Email
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Website
https://contemplative-consciousness.net/
Speakers
Speaker
David OromithBuddhist Contemplative, Author and Meditation GuideDavid is a Buddhist contemplative, author, meditation guide and retreat leader. He is the Co-Founder of Samadhi, an organisation based in the UK and a member of the UK’s Network of Buddhist Organisations. He teaches workshops internationally and online and leads retreats across the UK. Through his clear and practical teaching style and warm and humorous approach, David inspires people to take back control of their thoughts and feelings and discover genuine wellbeing within.
