BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//MyTestProject//EN VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY;LANGUAGE=en-us:Talk and Meditation | Freedom from Stress Frustration and Anger CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20260410T083037Z DESCRIPTION:Stress and frustration can be overwhelming. Modern life triggers a wide range of emotions, including stress, annoyance, and anger. This short practical course explores anger, its causes, and effects. We’ll learn methods to respond differently to challenging situations and people. This approach fosters mental freedom and flexibility, allowing us to respond to life’s triggers in positive ways that promote peace of mind and better relationships. Classes include an initial relaxation meditation exercise, a talk, a guided meditation, and conclude with discussion and questions with the teacher. We encourage you to book early if you plan to attend classes, as seating is limited. Class topics 22 April, 2026 Understanding anger | How it harms us and others 29 April, 2026 Looking into why we get angry | Exploring alternative ways to respond 06 May, 2026 The peaceful power of patient acceptance 13 May, 2026 Dealing with difficult people | Practical conclusions The speaker Gen Kelsang Jangchub is an English Buddhist monk and Resident Teacher at Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre in Cheltenham. He first became interested in Buddhism as a teenager, after university he ordained as a monk and has studied for many years. He presents Buddha's teachings in a clear and practical way, making Buddha's teachings and the practice of meditation accessible to everyone. Accessibility The event is held in the Long Room on the first floor. The building does not have a lift. The event is organised by Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre | Cheltenham | GL52 5NE Registered charity number 1125213 and a member of NKT-IKBU. Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3466224-0?pid=1208 Time: 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM Prices: Admit one | Class: GBP 10.00, Under 25 | Full-time student: GBP 7.00, Special Offer - 4 Classes for £32.00: GBP 32.00, Student Special Offer - 4 Classes for £22.50: GBP 22.50 DTSTART:20260422T183000Z DTEND:20260422T194500Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:1084fb49-a148-4ca5-9c16-f966ba45e9c4 LOCATION:Oxford Friends Meeting House, 43 St Giles', Oxford, England\, OX1 3LW\ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR