Why does the mind keep overthinking? An evening of Buddhist psychology, guided meditation and questions with David Oromith in Newcastle.

Ever found yourself lying awake, restless, overthinking tomorrow’s maybes? Or going over and over something you said yesterday, knowing it does no good, but doing it anyway?

Why is the human mind so restless, why does it keep going over things, and what can we do when it won’t stop?

Join Buddhist teacher David Oromith for an evening on overthinking and anxiety. David will draw on over a decade of teaching Buddhism, years working in mental health services, and his own experience of anxiety and overthinking.

Come along to explore things like:

Why our minds can be so restless, and the reasons we overthink

How Buddhist psychology understands anxious thinking

How meditations practised for over 2,500 years can help us work with anxious thoughts and feelings

Practical ways to relate to our thoughts differently

The evening contains a short guided meditation, talk, and time for questions.

Who’s it for?

Anyone who finds their mind hard to switch off, or who is curious about the restless, overthinking mind. No experience of meditation is needed.

The evening

6.45pm: Doors open

7pm to 8.30pm: Guided meditation, talk and questions

First time?

Do I need to know anything about Buddhism?

No. Everything is explained in plain language, and you don’t need to be Buddhist or have meditated before.

Is it religious?

The evening draws on Buddhist psychology and meditation as practical tools. There’s no ritual and nothing you’re asked to believe.

Can I come on my own?

Yes, you’re very welcome to come on your own.

Booking & Donations

Places are limited, so please book in advance using the options below.

We offer a sliding scale, guided by the Buddhist principle of generosity. The suggested rates help cover the cost of the evening and support our ongoing activities. If you’re unable to afford the suggested rates, please get in touch (https://www.samadhi.org.uk/contact/). No one is excluded because they cannot afford to come.

Getting there

The Coquet and Breamish Rooms, Trinity Centre, High Street, Gosforth NE3 4AG. Enter through the round building to the left of the church. There’s a small car park behind the centre, off Ivy Road.

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