Freedom from Stress, Frustration & Anger

Everybody welcome.

You’re invited to join us for a short course with four classes exploring different ways of understanding and responding to situations that might normally trigger frustration, stress and annoyance.

Stress and frustration can be overwhelming.  Modern life triggers a wide range of emotions, including stress, annoyance, and anger. This short practical course explores anger, its causes, and effects.  We’ll learn methods to respond differently to challenging situations and people. This approach fosters mental freedom and flexibility, allowing us to respond to life’s triggers in positive ways that promote peace of mind and better relationships.

Classes include an initial relaxation meditation exercise, a talk, a guided meditation, and conclude with discussion and questions with the teacher.

We encourage you to book early if you plan to attend classes, as seating is limited.

Class topics

22 April, 2026
Understanding anger | How it harms us and others

29 April, 2026
Looking into why we get angry | Exploring alternative ways to respond

06 May, 2026
The peaceful power of patient acceptance

13 May, 2026
Dealing with difficult people | Practical conclusions

The teacher

Gen Kelsang Jangchub is an English Buddhist monk and Resident Teacher at Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre in Cheltenham. He first became interested in Buddhism as a teenager, after university he ordained as a monk and has studied for many years under the guidance of meditation master and internationally acclaimed author Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. He presents Buddha's teachings in a clear and practical way, making Buddha's teachings and the practice of meditation accessible to everyone.

The course is based on the book How to Solve our Human Problems, an invaluable guide to dealing with frustration, stress and anger. This practical little book is filled with helpful advice for those who wish to understand and banish stress and frustration from their lives. How to Solve our Human Problems by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso is available both at the classes in Oxford and from Tharpa.com in a selection of formats including eBooks and audio books. Paperback available at classes for £12.95 | Optional book cover £0.75.

Course type: In-person

Day & time: Wednesdays | 6:30 - 7:45 pm

Course dates: 22 April - 13 May, 2026

Tickets: You can book for a single class or the series. We encourage you to book in advance as seating is limited. Please arrive a few minutes to check-in and settle before the class. 

Fees: £10 per class or 4 classes for £32.00 | FREE for monthly members

Discounts: Young persons under 25 and full-time students get 30+% discount on all classes including the 4 class special offer. Use the discount code at check out U25 or STUDENT

Venue: Oxford Quaker Meeting House, 43 St Giles', Oxford, OX1 3LW.

Accessibility: Please note the classes are offered in a room on the first floor. The building does not have a lift.

Event organiser: Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 59 Whaddon Road, Cheltenham, GL52 5NE

Contact details: hello@meditateinoxford.org | Tel 01242 269 807 | Mob & WhatsApp 07788 945 212

Charitable / non-profit status: Akanishta Centre is a UK registered charity, number 1125213.

Cancellation policy: If you cancel 7 days in advance we offer a full refund on all tickets. You can action this through Ticket Tailor using the 'Manage Tickets' button at the top of events listings and on booking confirmation emails. If you cancel up to 3 days before we offer 50% refund or a replacement class within 90 days (depending on availability). Less than 3 days we are unable to offer a refund or replacement class. To request a partial refund or to rebook, please email bookings@meditationincheltenham.org.uk