Beyond our disquiet and neurotic thoughts lies a simple, wise and compassionate way of being that transcends any limitation we might impose on ourselves. Meditation is the means through which we can peel away any such negativity and open to the space of our innermost nature. When the mind calms and settles we let go of our confusion and distraction without effort. Ultimately we can discover how to “rest in natural great peace” – and to rest in the mind of the Buddha.

This talk will be held in person at the Library only. Please register so we know the numbers attending the Library.

Teacher profile

Marianne Gizycki has been a student of Tibetan Buddhism for 30 years. Over that time she has received teachings from Sogyal Rinpoche, Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche, Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche, Alan Wallace and Steven Goodman.

As an instructor at Rigpa Sydney, she has led courses on meditation, Buddhist philosophy and Ngondrö practice. Having worked as an economist, she has offered Tibetan Buddhist teachings and practices to Australian business and community leaders. She has also provided meditation sessions at a refuge house for women recovering from drug dependency.

Marianne spent ten years as Rigpa Australia’s National Director – Teaching Services, assisting with the work of over one hundred course facilitators, designing courses and helping students undertaking their own personal retreats.

All Sessions are by Donation (Dana) to the Buddhist Library. All donations to the Buddhist Library of $2 and over are tax deductible.

Dana is the traditional practice of generosity, the extending of one’s goodwill, which is fundamental to Buddhism and other spiritual traditions. The dana you give is shared equally with the teacher and the Buddhist Library. This helps to maintain the Library and supports the teacher so that they may offer more teachings on the Dhamma in the future. It is up to each person to determine the amount of dana they’d like to offer. We understand that this is a difficult time financially for many, and people will give what they can. An appropriate dana can’t be prescribed but requires sensitivity to its intent and to the individual’s own situation, as well as awareness of the cost of organising events and supporting teachers who spread the Dhamma