What’s the difference between trying to practice and trying to succeed? How can “success” become an obstacle to our practice of mindfulness and awareness? Earlier this year Rinpoche taught on this topic in the context of the four mindfulness practices, aka “The Four Foundations of Mindfulness” at KTD Monastery in Woodstock, NY.

If you enjoyed listening to Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche teaching on mindfulness this short video, check out our earlier post in which Rinpoche discusses How Our Mindfulness Helps Others. You’ll also find excellent explanations on mindfulness and awareness in Rinpoche’s book, Rebel Buddha: A Guide to a Revolution of Mind (A nice gift!)

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Event for celebrating Shakyamuni Day with Lamas and Acharyas

Saka Dawa Düchen with Nalandabodhi Teachers

Join Nalandabodhi Vancouver on Sunday, May 31 to celebrate Saka Dawa Düchen. Marking the birth, enlightenment, and parinirvāṇa of Buddha Śākyamuni, this is taught to be one of the most auspicious days to make a difference.

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