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SUMMARY:Detox Your Mind Day Retreat Perth - 9 Aug 2026
DESCRIPTION:Detox Your Mind Day Retreat Perth – 9 Aug 2026\n \n \nDate and time\nSunday\, 9th August 2026 8.30 AM to 4.30 PM \nLocation\nRossiter Pavilion \nAbout the event\nStep away from the noise of life and discover clarity\, calm\, and lasting wellbeing through meditation and timeless wisdom. \nIn today’s fast-paced world\, many people find themselves overwhelmed by stress\, distraction\, and the constant demands of daily life. The Buddhist Detox Retreat offers a unique opportunity to pause\, reflect\, and reconnect with what truly matters. \nThis one-day retreat combines meditation\, practical wisdom\, and guided discussions to help participants better understand the mind and develop greater clarity\, balance\, and inner peace. Drawing on timeless Buddhist teachings and contemporary insights into human experience\, the programme explores how our thoughts\, habits\, and perceptions influence the quality of our lives. \nWhether you are completely new to meditation or already have an established practice\, this retreat provides a welcoming and supportive environment for personal growth and self-discovery. \nJoin us for a day of reflection\, learning\, and meaningful conversation as we explore practical tools for cultivating awareness\, resilience\, and genuine wellbeing in everyday life. \nTake a step back from the noise—and discover a clearer way forward. \nWhat to Expect\n🧘 Guided meditation and mindfulness practices. \n💡 Practical discussions on the mind and wellbeing. \n🌿 Time for reflection and self-discovery. \n🔍 Insights from Buddhist wisdom and modern understanding. \n🤝 A peaceful and supportive learning environment. \nCost\nThis is a FREE event \nThere is no cost to attend. The retreat — including all teachings and activities are offered freely in the spirit of Dharma dana. \nRegistrations close on 6th Aug 2026. In-person only. \nSpeakers\nThe 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. \nVen. Dharana Dassa Thero: \nVen. Dassa Thero\, with his curiosity and unquenchable thirst to find the “truth” 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. \nVen. Nimaladhamma Thero: \nVen. 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. \nMore Info\nMadushanka 0499 318 490 \nEmail – info@ministryofnirvana.org.au \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/detox-your-mind-day-retreat-perth-9-aug-2026/
LOCATION:Rossiter Pavilion\, 16 Tuberose Rd\, Piara Waters\, WA\, 6112
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SUMMARY:Freedom Within: The Path to True Freedom - Sydney Talk 2026
DESCRIPTION:Freedom Within: The Path to True Freedom – Sydney Talk 2026\n \nDate and time\nMonday\, 11 August 2026 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nLocation\nNewtown Neighbourhood Centre \nAbout the event\nWe all long to be free. \nFree from stress. \nFree from fear. \nFree from endless dissatisfaction. \nYet despite our achievements and possessions\, many of us continue searching for a sense of peace that seems just beyond our reach. \nWhat if true freedom does not depend on changing the world around us\, but on understanding the world within? \nIn this inspiring talk\, we will explore how our thoughts\, emotions\, and perceptions shape our daily experience\, and why lasting happiness cannot be found through external circumstances alone. \nDrawing on timeless wisdom alongside insights into the nature of the mind and consciousness\, we will discover practical ways to cultivate clarity\, resilience\, and inner peace amid the challenges of modern life. \nTogether\, we will reflect on questions such as: \n\nWhat does it really mean to be free?\nWhy do we continue to seek happiness outside ourselves?\nCan we experience peace even when life is uncertain?\nHow can a deeper understanding of the mind transform the way we live?\n\nWhether you are seeking greater meaning\, emotional well-being\, or a fresh perspective on life\, this talk offers an opportunity to explore the path toward genuine freedom. \nAbout the speaker\nAnagārikā Prabodha Dayasena: Anagārikā Prabodha previously worked as an Essential Banker at a prestigious bank in the United Kingdom\, after completing a Master’s degree in Molecular Biology – all while caring for her family and raising two beautiful daughters. \nHaving now left lay life\, she is fully dedicated to the monastic path\, diligently practising the way to liberation and helping people around the world overcome everyday challenges and lead more peaceful\, fulfilling lives. \nFREE Event – Open to all – come with an open mind and willingness to explore. \nContact\nAshada – 0433 827 436Asha – 0433 302 585 \nFeel free to share this event with your friends in Sydney! \nWe look forward to welcoming you to this enriching journey towards a happier life. \n 
URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/freedom-within-the-path-to-true-freedom-sydney-talk-2026/
LOCATION:Newtown Neighbourhood Centre\, 11/13 Darley St\, Newtown\, NSW\, 2042\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes of Reality - Sydney - Aug 2026
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes of Reality – Sydney – Aug 2026\n \n  \nDate and time\nTuesday\, 18 August 2026 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nLocation\nJoseph Sargeant Community Centre \nAbout the event\nThe world we experience appears solid\, stable\, and familiar. \nWe see objects. \nWe experience time. \nWe believe we understand what is real. \nBut is reality truly what it seems? \nModern science continues to challenge many of our assumptions about the universe. At the same time\, contemplative traditions have spent centuries investigating the nature of consciousness through direct observation and inquiry. \nThis thought-provoking talk explores the fascinating intersection of science\, philosophy\, and contemplative wisdom to examine one of humanity’s greatest mysteries: What is reality\, and what role does consciousness play in experiencing it? \nTogether\, we will explore questions such as: \n\nIs reality independent of the observer?\nHow does the mind construct our experience of the world?\nCan consciousness reveal aspects of reality that lie beyond our ordinary perception?\nWhat insights can modern science and ancient wisdom offer when considered together?\n\nWhether you are curious about consciousness\, fascinated by science\, or seeking a deeper understanding of existence\, this talk offers an opportunity to explore these profound questions from a fresh perspective. \nJoin us for an evening of discovery as we look beyond appearances and explore what may lie behind the scenes of reality. \nAbout the speaker\nAnagarikā Dr. Sumudu Weththasinghe: Anagarikā Dr. Sumudu a former scientist at the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration and a PhD holder in Analytical Chemistry from the Australian National University\, left her successful lay life to embark on a transformative journey towards unconditional happiness. \nWhile diligently practising the path under the guidance of monastic teachers and a noble community\, Anagārikā Dr. Sumudu is selflessly dedicated to empowering individuals and communities to overcome life’s challenges. She currently volunteers as the head teacher at the Buddhist International Girls’ School affiliated with the Jethavanarama Monastery\, where she helps nurture future leaders grounded in compassion and wisdom. \n📌 FREE Event – Open to all – come with an open mind and willingness to explore. \nContact\nAshada: 0433 827 436Asha: 0433 302 585 \nOrganised by: Ministry of Nirvana – Sydney \nFeel free to share this event with your friends in Sydney! \nWe look forward to welcoming you to this enriching journey towards a happier life. \n 
URL:https://ministryofnirvana.org.au/event/behind-the-scenes-of-reality-sydney-aug-2026/
LOCATION:Joseph Sargeant Centre\, 60 Prospect St\, Erskineville\, NSW\, 2043
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