Two round meditation cushions on a bare wooden floor beside a low lamp

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Tibetan Buddhism, Shamatha & Tonglen Meditation

When
Thursday, October 29 · 7 pm
Where
Dharma Bum Temple, San Diego Open in Google Maps
Price
see listing
Organizer
Dharma Bum Temple

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What this is

A guided meditation

A guided meditation gathers a room of people sitting or lying quietly while a teacher's voice leads attention toward the breath, the body, or a simple phrase repeated in the mind. Some sessions open with slow movement or a few stretches; most settle into stillness within the first few minutes. You do not need any background, a particular belief, or prior practice to follow along, and it is normal for the mind to wander and come back many times in one sitting. The teacher's voice is the anchor throughout.

Wear something comfortable, bring a cushion or chair if you like, and expect to sit quietly with your eyes closed for most of the time.

From the listing

Vajrayana is the form of Buddhism practiced in Tibet, sharing with Mahayana the motivation to attain liberation for the benefit of all sentient beings. Vajrayana adds the goal to attain that liberation as quickly as possible and includes a rich diversity of powerful meditation techniques. We’ll be

Description as printed on the event’s own page, checked 2026-10-27.

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