These classes include both meditations and teachings based on Buddha’s wisdom that can help us to stay peaceful, even in the most challenging times. Topics include the following: Freeing Ourself from Stress, Understanding the Mind, Learning to Let Go of Negativity, The Keys to Stable & Lasting Change, Staying Positive No Matter What Happens, Freedom from Anger, Why This Day Matters, and Forces for Positive Change

To Register: Visit our class listings page at MeditationMD.org. You can also register at the door, arriving 15 min early. This is an in-person class.

Cost: $12 ($8 students, seniors 62+, and unemployed). Free for Monthly Members. 

Location: The Meeting House, Oakland Mills Interfaith Center Room 10 5885 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia

With Teacher Rick Ratigan A long-time member of KMC Maryland, Rick has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism since 1999, and has been teaching for about 15 years. He is retired from the State of Maryland with a background in Social Services. He is a sincere meditator and Dharma practitioner and is well liked for his compassion and a good sense of humor. Rick’s classes are down-to-earth and practical.