Thursday General Program Class

Thursday General Program Class is a weekly meditation class in Austin, Texas, offering practical meditation and Buddhist wisdom for everyday life. This session, "Breaking free from Negativity: Basic Buddhist advice for staying peaceful and positive," is for anyone who wants to quiet negative thinking, find greater inner peace, and build a more positive relationship with themselves and their lives. It is taught by Kadam Noreen Flack, Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Austin, and is offered as a hybrid event, in person at Bottega in the Mueller neighborhood and online.

What to Expect

The class runs from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm on Thursday evenings. It combines meditation practice with timeless Buddhist teachings designed for modern life. You will look at simple ways to shift unhelpful thought patterns, work with everyday challenges, and cultivate more calm, clarity, and happiness. The emphasis is on basic, usable advice rather than abstract theory, so the teachings can be carried into ordinary days.

About Kadam Noreen Flack

Kadam Noreen Flack is the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Center Austin, which hosts the class as part of its Thursday general program. She leads the evening in person at Bottega.

The Setting

In-person classes are held at Bottega, 2100 Robert Browning St., in Austin, Texas 78723. The event space sits in the Mueller area, next door to the coffee shop. Those who prefer to take part from home can join online through the hybrid format.

Before You Go

The class is described as basic Buddhist advice, which makes it a natural fit for people who are new to meditation as well as those with some experience. No prior background is listed as a requirement.