ICB Lecture: Buddhist Psychology: An Operator’s Manual

The Institute of Chinese Buddhism (ICB) warmly invites you to join the third lecture of our ICB 2026 Public Lecture Series with Prof. Matthew Orsborn, former monastic and expert in Buddhist philosophy.

Buddhist Psychology: An Operator’s Manual

Ever wished there was a user manual for your own mind?
Join Prof. Matthew Orsborn for an insightful two-part workshop exploring the workings of the mind from a Buddhist perspective. Through ancient teachings and modern understanding, he will guide participants to see how Buddhist psychology explains consciousness, thought, and emotion — and how this understanding can lead to freedom and peace.

🗓 7 & 8 February 2026 (Saturday & Sunday)
🕙 10am – 1pm
📍 Poh Ming Tse Temple
💰 By donation ($20 per day suggested) | Free for students and monastics

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/fuFbGvAqAj 

About the Lecture

From mindfulness and meditation to karma and cognition, this two-part workshop offers a clear, structured introduction to Buddhist theories of mind and their transformative potential.

Explore:
• How consciousness and perception shape our reality
• The roots of suffering — and the path to mental freedom
• How Buddhist psychology offers a practical guide for mindfulness and well-being

Whether you’re new to Buddhism or have years of practice, this lecture will deepen your understanding of the mind and offer practical tools for daily life.