Choice or Desire – According to Zen Buddhism
“Do you have the patience wait until your mud settles and the water is clear?” – Lao Tzu Zen Master Dogen teaches that even a little practice will already give us ‘shallow’ enlightenment, the more we practice the deeper the experience. It is described as a daily practice, infusing all our actions, whether we are coming, […]
The Art of Friendship
Friendship is a form of equality which is comparable to justice, returning to each other benefits similar to those received. In connecting with others, it is important to do so with those who encourage us to elevate ourselves. This is where philosophical friendship comes in, as it is a bond of the heart and soul. […]
Concentration & Confidence
Concentration & Confidence – According to Tibetan Buddhism | 7.30pm Concentration is the key to the mastery of speed. In martial arts, as we learn to be more concentrated, we perceive our adversary’s movements to be slower despite their unchanged speed. This principle extends beyond combat, influencing our daily lives characterised by rapidity and stress, […]
The Wisdom of Ancient Civilisations
Angkor Wat – Reflections on a Timeless Wonder | 4pm Built during the height of the Khmer Empire in Cambodia, Angkor Wat is a testament to the ingenuity, creativity, and spiritual connection of the Khmer people. The iconic temple city of Angkor has always inspired and intrigued our imagination. With its rich imagery and symbolism […]
H. P. Blavatsky and the Power of the Invisible
“It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry What is this invisible that H.P. Blavatsky and Saint-Exupéry understood? How does discovering what is invisible in us allow us to regain power over oneself? Helena Petrovna Blavatsky (1831-1891), Russian explorer and founder […]
Celebrating Earth Day – Living in Harmony with Nature
In celebration of Earth Day 2023 we will host a public talk dedicated to our relationship with nature. Being a part of nature has been a central topic for human beings throughout time. How can philosophies of antiquity inspire us to engage with this sacred responsibility? Those attending the talk on the 19th will also […]
Celebrating Earth Day – Workshop
This year we celebrate Earth Day with free talks and a workshop dedicated to our relationship with nature. Being a part of nature has been a central topic for human beings throughout time. How can philosophies of antiquity inspire us to engage with this lasting responsibility? ____________ 11am – Workshop | DIY in Cleaning Materials Earth […]
Celebrating Earth Day – Free Talks
This year we celebrate Earth Day with free talks and a workshop dedicated to our relationship with nature. Being a part of nature has been a central topic for human beings throughout time. How can philosophies of antiquity inspire us to engage with this lasting responsibility? ____________ 4pm – Irish Trees Symbols, Myths & Folklore […]
The Feminine in Mythology
Mythology offers us a rich and deep insight into the universal experiences and history of humanity; and the many facets of the feminine have been represented in all mythologies in all civilizations. How can the nuances and powerful images and stories in which the feminine has been described by these ancient civilizations give us insight […]
The Symbolic Psychology of Jung
From Dreams to Myths, from Alchemy to Synchronicity – few figures of the 20th century delved into the realms of the symbolic psyche quite like Carl Gustav Jung. Psychology is often understood only as a science but it is a science of the soul and there is a human component which goes beyond the rational. […]