BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ministry of Nirvana - ECPv6.10.1.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ministry of Nirvana X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ministry of Nirvana REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT TZID:Australia/Hobart BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT TZID:Australia/Sydney BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT TZID:Australia/Adelaide BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1030 TZOFFSETTO:+0930 TZNAME:ACST DTSTART:20250405T163000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0930 TZOFFSETTO:+1030 TZNAME:ACDT DTSTART:20251004T163000 END:DAYLIGHT TZID:Australia/Adelaide BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1030 TZOFFSETTO:+0930 TZNAME:ACST DTSTART:20250405T163000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0930 TZOFFSETTO:+1030 TZNAME:ACDT DTSTART:20251004T163000 END:DAYLIGHT TZID:Australia/Perth BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0800 TZOFFSETTO:+0800 TZNAME:AWST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:Australia/Brisbane BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250415T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250415T203000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084323 CREATED:20250327T105416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T121241Z UID:5993-1744741800-1744749000@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—™๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ โ€“ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฐ๐—ต๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฐ๐—ต DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/the-free-mind-chistchurch-2025/ LOCATION:St Albans community centre\, 1049 Colombo Street\, St Albans\, Christchurch 8014 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Untitled-design-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250418T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250418T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084323 CREATED:20250327T122928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T123427Z UID:6018-1744966800-1744995600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:The Theory of Everything - The Universal Law of Nature - Wellington DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/the-theory-of-everything-the-universal-law-of-nature-wellington/ LOCATION:17 Rakau Grove\, Stokes Valley\, Lower Hutt\, Wellington ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/the-tof.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250421T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250421T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084323 CREATED:20250327T124151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T125017Z UID:6027-1745226000-1745254800@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—˜๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜†๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด โ€“ ๐—”๐˜‚๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/the-theory-of-everything-2025/ LOCATION:Westlake Boys High School\, 30 Forrest Hill Road\, Forrest Hill\, Auckland 0620 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/the-tof-auckland.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250426T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250426T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084323 CREATED:20250424T114335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T122831Z UID:6047-1745692200-1745701200@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Mindful Awareness for stress free life Auckland DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/mindful-awareness-for-stress-free-life-auckland/ LOCATION:Auckland Theravada Buddhist Temple\, 29 Harris Road\, Mount Wellington\, Auckland\, 1051\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/mindfull-awareness-auckland.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250428T140000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250428T180000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084323 CREATED:20250424T122401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T123342Z UID:6064-1745848800-1745863200@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Detox your mind - Auckland DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/detox-your-mind-auckland/ LOCATION:Lecture Theater 260-040 The University of Auckland Busineses School Sir Owen G Glenn Building No 12 Grafton Road Auckland\, Auckland 1010 New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Untitled-design-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20250602T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20250602T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084323 CREATED:20250522T012851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T013347Z UID:6102-1748892600-1748898000@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:The Great Deception - Hobart Talk DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/the-great-deception-hobart-talk/ LOCATION:Theosophical Society\, 13 Goulburn St\, Hobart\, TAS 7000 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/great-deception-hobart.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250626T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250626T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084323 CREATED:20250505T122601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T124946Z UID:6081-1750964400-1750971600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:The Great Deception - Sydney Talk DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/the-great-deception-sydney-talk/ LOCATION:132-134 Shepherd Street Darlington\, NSW 2008 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/great_deception.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250708T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250708T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084323 CREATED:20250506T191153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T191727Z UID:6094-1752001200-1752008400@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:The Architecture of Being - Sydney Talk DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/the-architecture-of-being-sydney-talk/ LOCATION:Joseph Sargeant Community Centre\, 60 Prospect Street\, Erskineville\, NSW\, 2043\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/architecture-of-being.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250720T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250720T150000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250713T085309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T224241Z UID:6158-1753002000-1753023600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Untamed mind - Adelaide DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/untamed-mind-adelaide/ LOCATION:Athelstone School 8 Brookside Rd\, Athelstone SA 5076 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/img1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250720T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250720T150000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250713T205833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T224245Z UID:6164-1753002000-1753023600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Unconditional Happiness โ€“ Adelaide DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/unconditional-happiness-adelaide/ LOCATION:Athelstone School 8 Brookside Rd\, Athelstone SA 5076 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/img2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250723T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20250723T103000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250712T100223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250712T100641Z UID:6143-1753259400-1753266600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:The Great Deception - Alice Springs Talk DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/the-great-deception-alice-springs-talk/ LOCATION:Southern Spice Authentic Asian Cuisine\, 5/70 Spearwood Rd\, Alice Springs NT 0870 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/great-deception-alice-spring.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250727T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250727T163000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250619T115104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T120546Z UID:6114-1753608600-1753633800@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Unconditional Happiness - Perth DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/unconditional-happiness-perth/ LOCATION:1 Torwood Avenue Treeby WA 6164\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/unconditional-happiness.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250729T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250729T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250724T130020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T130635Z UID:6225-1753812000-1753822800@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:One powerful night of reflection\, insight and transformation - Perth DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/one-powerful-night-of-reflection-insight-and-transformation-perth/ LOCATION:44โ€“54 Brownell Crescent\, Medina WA 6167 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/29-wa.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250805T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250805T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250710T053651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T021752Z UID:6137-1754420400-1754427600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Integrating Buddhist Wisdom into the Workplace DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/integrating-buddhist-wisdom-into-the-workplace/ LOCATION:132-134 Shepherd Street Darlington\, NSW 2008 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/aug-05.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250812T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250812T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250709T133604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250712T100434Z UID:6123-1755025200-1755032400@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Uncovering the Mindโ€™s Potential: Wisdom\, Compassion & Liberation DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/uncovering-the-minds-potential-wisdom-compassion-liberation/ LOCATION:132-134 Shepherd Street Darlington\, NSW 2008 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/uncovering-minds-potential.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20250818T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20250818T213000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250717T113605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T114517Z UID:6178-1755545400-1755552600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Uncovering the Mindโ€™s Potential DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/uncovering-the-minds-potential/ LOCATION:Theosophical Society\, 13 Goulburn St\, Hobart\, TAS 7000 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/unconvering-minds-potentional.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20250827T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20250827T200000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250803T204454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T205833Z UID:6240-1756317600-1756324800@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:๐—จ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑโ€™๐˜€ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น - South Arm DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/unconvering-the-minds-pot/ LOCATION:Emely Baker Community Centre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/south-arm.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250914T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250914T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250903T200908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T200908Z UID:6269-1757858400-1757865600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Uncovering the Mindโ€™s Potential\, Wisdom\, Compassion & Liberation - Invercargill DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/uncovering-the-minds-potential-wisdom-compassion-liberation-invercargill/ LOCATION:Invercargill City Libraries & Archives\, 50 Dee Street\, Invercargill 9810 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/uncovering-minds-potential.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250915T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250916T103000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250903T202843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T204314Z UID:6273-1757923200-1758018600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Breaking Free from Stress & Anxiety - Invercargill DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/breaking-free-from-stress-anxiety-invercargill/ LOCATION:Ritchie Street\, Invercargill 9810 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/breaking-free.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250917T133000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250917T173000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20250814T205455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T211046Z UID:6254-1758115800-1758130200@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Uncovering the mind's potential - Auckland DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/uncovering-the-minds-potential-auckland/ LOCATION:Lecture Theater 260-040 The University of Auckland Busineses School Sir Owen G Glenn Building No 12 Grafton Road Auckland\, Auckland 1010 New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/uncovering-the-minds-potential.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251115T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251017T203335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T120607Z UID:6556-1763197200-1763226000@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Detox Your Mind Auckland Day Retreat DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/detox-your-mind-auckland-day-retreat/ LOCATION:SA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/auckland-day-retreat.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251116T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251116T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251014T113037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T204504Z UID:6527-1763280000-1763308800@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Detox Your Mind - Day Retreat - Christchurch DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/detox-your-mind-day-retreat-christchurch/ LOCATION:๐—ฅ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—–๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฒ\, ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿต๐Ÿต ๐—–๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐˜\, ๐—ฅ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ป\, ๐—–๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฐ๐—ต๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐Ÿด๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿฏ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/day-retreat.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251116T143000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20251116T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251025T205756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T151218Z UID:6580-1763303400-1763312400@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:The Theory of Everything - Brisbane DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/the-theory-of-everything-brisbane/ LOCATION:KENG โ€“ Tudor Park Community Recreation Centre 71โ€“78 Clarks Road\, Loganholme 4129 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/theory-qld.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251201T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251203T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251023T122702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T123040Z UID:6568-1764577800-1764781200@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:๐—ค๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜ย ๐—ผ๐—ณย ๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ย โ€“ย ๐—”ย ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ-๐——๐—ฎ๐˜†ย ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฝย ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟย ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ดย ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐˜€ DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/quest-of-happiness-three-day-workshop/ LOCATION:Woodcroft Neighbourhood Centre\, 65 Woodcroft Dr\, Woodcroft NSW 2767 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/quest-of-happiness.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20251206T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20251208T173000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251111T193209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T193835Z UID:6599-1765008000-1765215000@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:๐—ค๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜ย ๐—ผ๐—ณย ๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ย - Kingston โ€“ย ๐—”ย ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ-๐——๐—ฎ๐˜†ย ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฝย ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟย ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ดย ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐˜€ DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/quest-of-happiness-hobart/ LOCATION:Kingborough Community Hub\, 7 Goshawk Way\, Kingston TAS 7050\, Australia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/the-quest.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20251209T130000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Hobart:20251209T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251124T182609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T183203Z UID:6615-1765285200-1765299600@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Inner Peace - Unfolding the science of happiness - Tasmania DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/inner-peace-unfolding-the-science-of-happiness-tasmania/ LOCATION:South Arm Community Centre 9 Calverton Pl\, South Arm TAS 7022 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/inner-peace-tas.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251213T080000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251213T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251124T180550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T181215Z UID:6608-1765612800-1765645200@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:๐——๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ผ๐˜… ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐— ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ โ€“ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜ | ๐— ๐—˜๐—Ÿ๐—•๐—ข๐—จ๐—ฅ๐—ก๐—˜ DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/detox-your-mind-day-retreat-melbourne/ LOCATION:Murrumbeena Park Community Hub 28 Gerald Street\, Murrumbeena VIC 3163 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/detox-your-mind-vic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251225T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251207T191210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T191628Z UID:6684-1766653200-1766854800@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Quest of Happiness - A Three-Day Workshop for Young Minds - Adelaide DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/quest-of-happiness-a-three-day-workshop-for-young-minds-adelaide/ LOCATION:Klemzig Community Hall 232 North East Road\, Klemzig SA 5087 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/quest-of-happiness-adelaide.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251227T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20251227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251212T022348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T022929Z UID:6692-1766826000-1766851200@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Detox Your Mind โ€“ Adelaide Day Retreat DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/detox-your-mind-adelaide-day-retreat/ LOCATION:Klemzig Community Hall\, 232 North East Road\, Klemzig SA 508 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/detox-YM-klemzing.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ministry Of Nirvana":MAILTO:info@ministryofnirvana.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251228T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251228T190000 DTSTAMP:20260618T084324 CREATED:20251207T182820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T183225Z UID:6679-1766912400-1766948400@ministryofnirvana.org.au SUMMARY:Quest of Happiness - One-Day Workshop for Young Minds - WA DESCRIPTION:The Image: Deep Insight into Consciousness โ€“ Day Workshop \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and TimeSaturday 20th June 2026 โ€“ From 09.00 AM to 4:30 PM LocationFullarton Park Community Centre About this eventGo beyond the mind to discover the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through a day of deep insight and timeless wisdom What shapes the way we see ourselves\, others\, and the world around us? Beneath our thoughts\, emotions\, beliefs\, and perceptions lies an unseen image that influences how we experience life. This immersive day workshop invites participants to explore the nature of perception\, identity\, and reality through timeless teachings and practical insight. Through guided discussions\, reflection\, and contemplation\, you will investigate how the mind constructs experience and how deeply held assumptions can shape our understanding of ourselves and the world. This workshop offers a rare opportunity to examine fundamental questions about consciousness and human experience in a structured and supportive environment. Join us for a day of deep inquiry\, meaningful discussion\, and transformative insight into the nature of the mind and the image through which we perceive reality. What to ExpectA deeper understanding of perception\, identity\, and consciousnessInsight into how the mind shapes your experience of realityPractical wisdom for navigating thoughts\, emotions\, and relationshipsGreater clarity\, self-awareness\, and inner freedomMeaningful reflection\, discussion\, and personal discoverySpeakersThe retreat will be fully guided by Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero & Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats\, seminars\, workshops etc across Australia and internationally. Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero: Ven. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the โ€œtruthโ€ about life\, left his loving family in the UK to enter a monastic life at a very young age. Now as a higher ordained monk he is sharing his wisdom with a growing audience across the globe\, and in Australia. He has conducted many programs across every state in Australia\, during his previous visits. Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero: Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero\, is currently pursuing a doctoral research as a PhD scholar\, while serving as a part time lecturer in Buddhist psychology at Sri Sathyasai university for Human Excellence in Bangalore\, India. As a higher ordained monk at Jethavanarama monastery\, he had been serving the community in several capacities such as Director of education at the Noble International school\, providing guidance as Advisor and counsellor at the Noble Hearts child development centre\, and coordinating educational and cultural initiatives with the Indian High Commission and the Vivekananda Cultural centre while guiding regular monthly full day workshops in Australia and conducting many counselling sessions to a wider community. ContactAsara: 0499 557 093 Eshani: 0432 753 390 Organised byMinistry of Nirvana ย  ย  URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/quest-of-happiness-one-day-workshop-for-young-minds-wa/ LOCATION:SA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/quest-of-hapiness-wa.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR