Meditation in Saratoga Springs

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Senior Center
5 Williams St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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February Series: Blue Sky Mind

Tuesdays · 7-8:30pm with Charlie Stuart

Our mind is like the boundless, clear blue sky. Our mental busyness, painful emotions, judgments, and so on are like clouds. Through training, we can allow them to dissolve, revealing the limitless potential within. Meditation on the peaceful, vast space of our own mind is fantastic. It is accessible for beginners and deeply profound for experienced practitioners and allows each meditator to enjoy the quiet and stillness of meditative concentration. Over these four weeks, we will look at skills on how to improve the focus of our meditation, make our meditations more powerful, and make a lasting positive inner change. Everyone is welcome!

$10 per person. Drop-ins welcome

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Charlie Stuart

Charlie Stuart

Charlie has been practicing Buddhism for many years and has been helping the Saratoga Springs classes and is now teaching the weekly Tuesday meditations. He is appreciated for his clear, light-hearted, and practical presentation of Buddhist teachings.

Frequently Asked Questions

I’ve never been to a meditation class/workshop before.

I've never been to a meditation class before what should I expect?
Our meditation classes are very accessible. You do not need to bring any mats or wear any special clothing. We provide both cushions and chairs, and there is no physical exercise, yoga, or stretching involved.
How should I dress?
Feel free to come however you are comfortable. We ask people to remove shoes and hats when you enter the meditation room.
Do I need to bring anything?
Nothing in particular, but some people like to take notes so you may wish to bring a notepad and pen.
If I’m a complete beginner, should I attend this class?
Yes, our meditation workshops are perfect for everyone. This course, in particular is a great way to begin a meditation practice – no previous experience is necessary.
Do I need to be Buddhist to attend?
No, our meditation workshops are presented in a way that is accessible to everyone, and no religious obligation is required.
What are some benefits of attending meditation classes?
Through sincerely training in meditation on the teachings given in these classes you will attain spiritual realizations, which lead you to permanent liberation from all the sufferings of this life and countless future lives. There is no greater meaning than this. Even temporarily, whenever you experience problems, unpleasant feelings, depression or unhappiness you can solve these problems immediately by transforming your mind into peace through your meditation practice. The benefits of meditation are immeasurable.