Welcome to Blissful Seeker

Blissful Seekers is an invitation to the Noble Seeking, a journey of introspection that asks the most human questions: Who am I? What leads to peace?

Through meditation, Buddhist wisdom, silence, and service, this path supports inner transformation and compassionate engagement with the world. Led by Rev. Ananda Thero

Our Path

Our Reach

Blissful Seekers supports the Noble Seeking by offering teachings in Buddhism, meditation, silence, and mindful living.

Through retreats, community practice, compassionate outreach, and care for the natural world, it nurtures inner transformation and encourages a life of wisdom, service, and interconnectedness.

Meet Rev Ananda

Venerable Kalubowila Ananda Thero, born in Sri Lanka in 1982, began his life journey through diverse professional, academic, and entrepreneurial paths before embracing a life of spiritual dedication.

Trained in chemical and process engineering at the University of Moratuwa, he later pursued advanced studies in innovation and entrepreneurship. His career spanned multinational corporate leadership, academic lecturing, entrepreneurship, and non-profit development, reflecting a rare blend of analytical, creative, and service-oriented engagement with society.

At the age of 35, he renounced lay life to follow the path of a Buddhist monk, undertaking deep study and practice in Buddhist meditation and philosophy under both Sri Lankan and international teachers, while also exploring Vedic and yogic traditions in India.

Since 2019, Venerable Ananda has been sharing Buddhist teachings and meditation practices internationally in both English and Sinhala. He currently serves as a resident monk and director at Lake Monastery in Cambridge, a Buddhist chaplain at the University of Waterloo, and a steering committee member of Interfaith Grand River.

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Courses

Deepen Your Understanding Explore the foundational teachings of Buddhism and the art of living through our courses. Designed for both beginners and dedicated practitioners, these sessions provide the tools to navigate life’s "most human questions" with clarity, wisdom, and inner peace.

Retreats

The Journey of Introspection Step away from the noise of the world and enter a space of intentional silence. Our retreats offer a sanctuary for inner transformation, combining guided meditation and contemplative practice. It is an invitation to pause, look inward, and reconnect with the profound stillness that leads to true lasting peace.

Compassionate Engagement At Blissful Seekers, our path extends beyond the meditation cushion. Our outreach programs focus on service, community practice, and care for the natural world. Join us as we strive to make a tangible impact on the world around us.

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