Nalandabodhi’s open Winter Retreat, traditionally held over “solar” New Years each year, is a time to look inward after a busy holiday season, get cozy in our homes with other participants cozy in theirs, reflect on our previous year, renew our aspirations for the coming year, and awaken our hearts of loving kindness and compassion together. This year’s 7th annual winter retreat will focus on relative bodhicitta.
“Meditation” does not mean meditating on something; rather, it means to become familiar with the nature of our mind. (Milarepa)
How to overcome physical, mental, and emotional suffering? Nalandabodhi Vancouver is hosting a day-long practice (Nyinthün) with Lama Rabten Tshering which focuses on Sitatārā. As one of the twenty-one manifestations of Tara, like a mother for her children, she offers healing to beings who are hurt, sick, or wounded. Through practicing this Sadhana we can overcome challenges to our own wellbeing and support others who are experiencing hardships.
Thanks to the wisdom of a trusted friend, the author makes a sudden shift that dissolves her anxiety and uncertainty. Included is a simple meditation exercise for getting unstuck.
Like a tiny spoon of sugar mixed with burning chilies the essence of Mahamudra continues. Nalandabodhi Asia is hosting an Online Retreat with Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche and Acharya Lama Tenpa Gyaltsen for Mahamudra practitioners: The Crux of Mahāmudrā: the Vigor that Fuels the Flame of Insight.
Buddhist teachings are incredibly helpful in facing the concerns of everyday life. But if we stop there, we are missing something important. Nalandabodhi New York is hosting a seminar with Judy Lief to think bigger, open our minds and explore what nonduality actually means.
