FPMT Basic Program
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Buddhist Psychology: Minds and Mental Factors with Emily Hsu 12 classes starting January 25, 2020 Saturdays: January 25th February 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd March 7th, 14th, 21th and 28th April 4th and 11th Makeup date TBD *Please note: no class on Feb 29th MISSED CLASS DUE TO LATER START DATE WILL BE SCHEDULED AFTER WE BEGIN THE COURSE. All classes will be 10:30am-12:30pm US Pacific Standard Time According to Buddhism, the key to achieving genuine and lasting happiness is training the mind; the mind is primary in creating happiness or suffering. Wholesome states bring about mental peace, joy, well-being and desirable circumstances, while unwholesome states agitate the mind and often lead to regrettable words and actions which cause pain and suffering for oneself and others. In this class we will cover this important subject of minds and mental factors, what the mind is and how it functions. This subject is traditionally part of the monastic studies within the Abhidharma. We will try to make this class practical and useful in our daily lives. This course is part of the FPMT’s Basic Program (an intermediate-level program following on from Discovering Buddhism), and participants are welcome to attend as a Basic Program student or for general interest. Homework and exams will be included for those who are interested in Basic Program certification. Please note: Minds and Mental Factors is part 2 of the FPMT Basic Program’s Mind and Cognition course. Part 1 is called Awareness and Knowers and is typically offered first. However, course teacher Emily Hsu feels it is best to begin with Minds and Mental Factors. Recommended books: Geshe Rabten, Mind and its Function |
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About the Teacher
Emily Hsu completed FPMT's 7-year Master’s Program at Istituto Lama Tsong Khapa in Italy in 2004, a condensed version of the geshe studies curriculum. As a graduate of the Master’s Program, she is authorized to teach courses which are normally taught by geshes. After completing this intensive study program Emily subsequently completed a ten-month solitary retreat in Spain to integrate the material. Emily tries to do at least a few months of retreat every year in order to deepen her practice, transforming intellectual knowledge into felt experience. Emily Hsu has taught in the Bay Area since 2006 and served as the resident teacher at our sister center Ocean of Compassion Buddhist Center (OCBC) near San Jose, CA where she taught a variety of classes including FPMT’s Basic Program. Emily is also one of the few teachers selected by Lama Zopa Rinpoche as being qualified to lead retreats on shiné (calm abiding).
"Emily’s teaching goes beyond the simple explanation of complex texts and ideas; she explains things in a way that show us how to apply the Buddha’s teachings in our lives and leads us by excellent example. She is easy to confide in and gives appropriate advice, even on topics that are uncomfortable to talk about". ~ a student from Ocean of Compassion Buddhist Center.
Emily Hsu completed FPMT's 7-year Master’s Program at Istituto Lama Tsong Khapa in Italy in 2004, a condensed version of the geshe studies curriculum. As a graduate of the Master’s Program, she is authorized to teach courses which are normally taught by geshes. After completing this intensive study program Emily subsequently completed a ten-month solitary retreat in Spain to integrate the material. Emily tries to do at least a few months of retreat every year in order to deepen her practice, transforming intellectual knowledge into felt experience. Emily Hsu has taught in the Bay Area since 2006 and served as the resident teacher at our sister center Ocean of Compassion Buddhist Center (OCBC) near San Jose, CA where she taught a variety of classes including FPMT’s Basic Program. Emily is also one of the few teachers selected by Lama Zopa Rinpoche as being qualified to lead retreats on shiné (calm abiding).
"Emily’s teaching goes beyond the simple explanation of complex texts and ideas; she explains things in a way that show us how to apply the Buddha’s teachings in our lives and leads us by excellent example. She is easy to confide in and gives appropriate advice, even on topics that are uncomfortable to talk about". ~ a student from Ocean of Compassion Buddhist Center.
Registration
Advanced registration for this program is required, no walk-ins will be permitted. Once paid and registered a welcome letter will be sent with additional details. To attend remotely you will need to have a computer, tablet device or phone and a WiFi connection or stable data connection. Zoom will be used for access to the livestream (for those attending remotely) and for students to access the archived videos for ongoing study reference. One will not need a Zoom account to attend remotely or access the archived videos.
Course fee (12 classes, unlimited online access to video archive of teachings) - $185
Course fee with sponsorship - $300 Your generous donations are essential for the continuation of programs like this. Please practice generosity, rejoice and help us to spread the Dharma.
Ordained sangha free of charge. If you are an ordained monk or nun, please email spc@tsechenling.org to register.
No one turned away due to lack of funds. Please contact us at spc@tsechenling.org to make arrangements.
Advanced registration for this program is required, no walk-ins will be permitted. Once paid and registered a welcome letter will be sent with additional details. To attend remotely you will need to have a computer, tablet device or phone and a WiFi connection or stable data connection. Zoom will be used for access to the livestream (for those attending remotely) and for students to access the archived videos for ongoing study reference. One will not need a Zoom account to attend remotely or access the archived videos.
Course fee (12 classes, unlimited online access to video archive of teachings) - $185
Course fee with sponsorship - $300 Your generous donations are essential for the continuation of programs like this. Please practice generosity, rejoice and help us to spread the Dharma.
Ordained sangha free of charge. If you are an ordained monk or nun, please email spc@tsechenling.org to register.
No one turned away due to lack of funds. Please contact us at spc@tsechenling.org to make arrangements.