London Buddhist Centre Going Forth | Padmavajra
Feb 24, 2026
Padmavajra, a Triratna Buddhist teacher who applies traditional teachings to modern life, guides listeners through the classical notion of going forth. He contrasts cramped habitual living with the freedom of genuine individuality. He explains solitude, deep meditation stages, practices like sameness and exchange of self and other, and the joyful return to benefit others.
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Padmavajra's Personal Going Forth Story
- Padmavajra recounts leaving home young despite a loving close-knit family because he couldn't live their expected compromise life.
- He remained in touch with his family but deliberately rejected conventional goals like steady work and family life.
Viveka As Solitude And Discrimination
- Viveka captures the movement toward solitude, individuality, and clear discrimination in practice.
- The term covers bodily solitude, mental solitude, and wise discernment as stages of transformation.
Remove The Body From Distraction
- Remove your body from usual activities to cultivate meditation and calm.
- Use retreats or create a changed atmosphere at home (lights, posture, silence) to support Kaya Viveka.