Dr. Les Kertay is a consulting and clinical psychologist here in Chattanooga.
For many years, he has studied Buddhism - especially its philosophical aspects.
In the past few years, Les has studied with a Tibetan Buddhist monk, Lama Samten - originally from Tibet, but living in Québec for the last 25 years, along with other teachers trained by the Lama.
Together, the Lama and the teachers have developed the Paramita Centers - teaching meditation and Buddhist philosophy in Canada and in France.
This week, Lama Samten and one of his senior teachers are coming to Tennessee - including Chattanooga, a first step toward opening a Paramita Center in this city.
I spoke with Les last week.