{"product_id":"httylgr-kmca-jan-27","title":"How to Transform Your Life - Guided Retreat | Fri 15 - Mon 18 Jan 2027","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn a world of constant change and uncertainty there is no better way to care for your mind than to be guided in retreat on the much loved text ‘How to Transform Your Life’ by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. This inspiring book reveals meditations that allow us to tap into our profound potential for peace and inner strength, while empowering us to dismantle any self-sabotaging mental habits that have been holding us back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOur comfortable accommodation is nestled amongst forests, flower farms and spectacular mountain views. It is the perfect place for developing a fresh perspective on life as well as the much-needed tools for being happy no matter what happens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis fully catered retreat provides the ideal break for anyone wanting space, fresh air and inner peace.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeacher.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/9654\/9287\/files\/Fed_Sq_480x480.jpg?v=1684459343\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGen Kelsang Rabten is the Resident Teacher of KMC Australia (Dandenong Ranges) and KMC Melbourne (CBD). Ordained in 1994, he has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efor 30 years.\u003c\/span\u003e He has taught in many centres around the world including Australia, New Zealand, and South-East Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGen Rabten exemplifies the essence of the modern Kadampa’s way of life, brings a warm heart and joyful attitude to sharing Buddha’s teachings and the practice of meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvent Information.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAddress:\u003c\/strong\u003e KMC Australia |\u003cspan\u003e 25 McCarthy Road, Monbulk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lunch and dinner are included in the retreat booking. If you have booked accommodation, breakfast will also be included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll meals served are vegan with some non-vegan options such as yoghurt available on the side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe cannot guarantee allergen free meals and it is not possible for us to cater to individual dietary requirements. Our meals mainly use ingredients which are wheat free or gluten free, however there are times that the meal will contain traces of wheat or gluten, or the side dish is, for example, bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccommodation:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you book accommodation, please note the following is included:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSingle Ensuite, Single, Twin \/ Double Room and Pre-Erected Tent : all linen and towel provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDorm Rooms: A sheet and pillow with pillow slip is provided. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag and towel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamping: you will need to bring everything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShuttle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Belgrave station shuttle available If you need a pick-up or drop-off service, $15 per person per trip. To book please \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/meditateinmelbourne.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact us here.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBookings close:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 hours prior to the event starting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo join the waiting list for accommodation if sold out, please \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/meditateinmelbourne.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact-us\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact us here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetreat Timetable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 551px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFriday 15th Jan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%;\"\u003eRegistration | 5.30pm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%;\"\u003eDinner | 6pm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%;\"\u003eIntroduction | 7.30pm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSaturday\u003c\/strong\u003e 16th Jan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSession One | 9 - 10am\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSession Two | 11am - 12pm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLunch | 1pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSession Three | 2.30 - 3.30pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 89.6771%; 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