Discover simple, practical ways to de-stress and recharge with Bhante Saranapala (The Urban Buddhist Monk). In this one-hour talk, Bhante shares approachable mindfulness and meditation tools you can use in daily life to cultivate calm, clarity, and presence—even on busy days.
You’ll learn:
Accessible mindfulness practices you can start using right away
How to reset your nervous system with simple breath and attention cues
Gentle strategies to create space for patience, kindness, and clarity
All are welcome—no prior experience needed.
About Bhante Saranapala (The Urban Buddhist Monk)
Bhante Saranapala is an internationally recognized meditation teacher, speaker, and spiritual counselor known as The Urban Buddhist Monk. He founded “Canada: A Mindful and Kind Nation” and is celebrated for a contemporary approach rooted in compassion, wisdom, and practical guidance.
Highlights & recognitions include:
Canada 150 Medal & Sesquicentennial Community Award (Government of Canada)
Spirit Award (Government of Ontario) for humanitarian service
Invited speaker at universities, interfaith communities, and civic forums across Canada; addressed Parliament (2004) and officiated at the Order of Ontario induction (2005)
Leads community initiatives including a long-running soup kitchen partnership in Toronto