Finding True Peace (by forgiving everyone)

Finding true Peace (by forgiving everyone) … a discussion on how November 15th 7 pm – 9 pm $30 “Forgive others not because they deserve forgiveness, but because you deserve peace” – Buddha Buddha said, to understand everything is to forgive everything. Does this make you mad? It’s easy to say we forgive but not easy to do, especially when someone has wronged or hurt us. All the wisdom teachings invite us to find true inner peace by letting go of the hurt others have caused. When we realize that to hold on to anger only causes us harm, it becomes more urgent to learn ways to cultivate compassion and extend forgiveness. A common misunderstanding is the belief that once you forgive you are done. Forgiveness requires daily renewal and vigilant effort. As with all things in this life, our feelings change moment by moment, so, we have to work to forgive again and again every day, every moment. Please join us in a conversational workshop on forgiveness and the steps we must take to truly forgive ourselves and others, love ourselves, and renew this commitment every day. “Forgive others not because they deserve forgiveness, but because you deserve peace” – Buddha Why Should You attend? Bhante believes his purpose is not only to teach meditation, but also, “teaching people how to be happy.” Proceeds from events go to Bhante’s humanitarian projects in Sri Lanka. Bhante does his book signing after workshop and his CDs also available to purchase, proceeds from the sale of these items also benefit Bhante’s humanitarian projects. About Bhante Sujatha Bhante Sujatha was born in Kandy, Sri Lanka. As a child he knew he wanted to become a Buddhist monk. At age 11, his wish was finally granted, and his parents gave their permission for him to enter the monastery. He studied under the school’s ordination in the Theravada tradition of Buddhism. Theravada is regarded among its practitioners as the lineage closest to the original form of Buddhism and was brought to Sri Lanka around 250 B.C. After his ordination, he taught in Sri Lanka, Australia, Canada and Michigan before making his home in Illinois. He is the founder and director of the Blue Lotus Temple in Woodstock. His hope is to blend traditional Buddhist teachings with American culture to bring peace and balance into our face-paced and sometimes stressful lives. He teaches Loving-kindness, Mindfulness and Insight meditation and their application in our everyday lives. He is a kind, wise and gentle teacher whose open and easy-going style is conducive to teaching meditation for all levels. He believes his purpose is not only to teach meditation, but also “teaching people to be happy”. “I believe in change rather than tradition, particularly when dealing with our fast-paced American culture” – Bhante Sujatha

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