Social Media Overload Christchurch - 1 May 2026 FREE EVENT

Feeling overwhelmed online? Let's reset your mind..!

Feeling constantly distracted, drained, or overwhelmed by social media?

We live in a world of endless scrolling, notifications, and information — yet rarely pause to notice how it is shaping our thoughts, emotions, and overall wellbeing.

In this session, we explore what is really happening within the mind in the digital age. Why does constant exposure leave us feeling restless and unsettled? And how can we step back and regain clarity?

Through simple insights and reflection, you’ll begin to understand the deeper impact of social media and learn how to create a more balanced and mindful relationship with technology.

Resetting the mind is not about avoiding social media — but about using it with awareness.

Join us for an evening to pause, reflect, and reconnect with a calmer, clearer state of mind.

🗓️ Date & Time

Friday, 01 May 2026

5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

📍 Location

John Wardle Room

1049 Colombo Street

St Albans, Christchurch 8014

💰 Cost

This is a FREE event

There is no cost to attend. The workshop - including all teachings and activities are offered freely in the spirit of Dhamma dāna.

🌟Speakers

The retreat will be fully guided by Ven Bhakkula Thero from Jethavanarama monastery. The venerables have been conducting many teaching activities such as residential and day retreats, seminars, workshops etc across Australia and around the world (New Zealand, Singapore, UK, Italy, South Korea, Dubai, Israel).

Ven. Bakkula Thero:

Ven. Bakkula Thero was a former computer engineer and a semi-professional cricketer in the UK, now a monk, focusing on finding serenity and inner peace and helping others.

🔔 Registrations

Secure your place by 30th April 2026.

📞 More Info:

Chinthaka 0224663080

Sasindu 02108372190

Organised by:

Ministry of Nirvana New Zealand

In collaboration with Enlight – To brighten your life

Don't miss this opportunity and enhance your mental wellbeing. See you there!