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Fri October 17, 2025

Finding Real Happiness. How Meditation Changes Everything.

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Join internationally-renowned teacher and Buddhist monk, Gen Kelsang Rabten, for a life-changing public talk on happiness, and how even the most simple meditations can profoundly improve our lives.

Each and every one of us is able to tap into an endless supply of inner peace and happiness.At this event, open to everyone, Gen Kelsang Rabten will explain how we don't have to be Buddhist to deploy methods that free us from negative attitudes. He'll show us how to make the best of any external circumstance by looking for happiness where it can be found - within our own mind.Everybody is welcome to join this special event. This talk is going to be a great introduction for those who are new to Buddhist teachings and will give you the tools and insights you need to find real happiness every day.

Each ticket includes a voucher for a follow-up 4 week series at KMC SF given that night. ($60 value)

This special event is presented by Kadampa Meditation Center SF, a non profit organization located in the Mission District celebrating 35 years serving the community with affordable meditation classes for all.

The Teacher: Gen Kelsang Rabten is the National Spiritual Director for Kadampa Buddhism in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. Regularly invited to teach around the world, his deep confidence in Buddha's teachings and eloquent ability to convey them clearly, and the sincerity of his practice inspire many people to embark on a meaningful and rich spiritual life. This is a rare opportunity to hear him speak, so please book early as this will be a popular event.
Join internationally-renowned teacher and Buddhist monk, Gen Kelsang Rabten, for a life-changing public talk on happiness, and how even the most simple meditations can profoundly improve our lives.

Each and every one of us is able to tap into an endless supply of inner peace and happiness.At this event, open to everyone, Gen Kelsang Rabten will explain how we don't have to be Buddhist to deploy methods that free us from negative attitudes. He'll show us how to make the best of any external circumstance by looking for happiness where it can be found - within our own mind.Everybody is welcome to join this special event. This talk is going to be a great introduction for those who are new to Buddhist teachings and will give you the tools and insights you need to find real happiness every day.

Each ticket includes a voucher for a follow-up 4 week series at KMC SF given that night. ($60 value)

This special event is presented by Kadampa Meditation Center SF, a non profit organization located in the Mission District celebrating 35 years serving the community with affordable meditation classes for all.

The Teacher: Gen Kelsang Rabten is the National Spiritual Director for Kadampa Buddhism in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. Regularly invited to teach around the world, his deep confidence in Buddha's teachings and eloquent ability to convey them clearly, and the sincerity of his practice inspire many people to embark on a meaningful and rich spiritual life. This is a rare opportunity to hear him speak, so please book early as this will be a popular event.
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