Naturally good
The Shambhala path
Every person is naturally good, warm-hearted and intelligent, this is the basis of the Shambhala teachings. This innate goodness, Warm-heartedness and intelligence are cultivated and nourished through the practice of meditation. Then these qualities can develop further in everyday life, so that they become part of the family, to friends, radiate into our environment and into society.
The Shambhala Path offers an introduction to meditation techniques and wisdom teachings, which are based on the ancient tradition of Shambhala and Tibetan Buddhism.
As a structured path of meditation, it is equally suitable for experienced meditators without previous experience. The individual modules consist of weekend seminars (Shambhala Training™) and courses, which build on each other and are led by experienced Shambhala teachers. Weekend seminars and courses can also be attended independently of each other.
If you have questions about the Shambhala path, Feel free to write us.
“We have to try to think, how we can help this world. If we don't help, no one will do it… At the beginning we should try, to examine our own experience, to see, what it contains, to help ourselves and others, to improve their existence.”
(Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche)
Weekend seminars
Shambhala training ™ teil 1
The weekends of Shambhala training ™ are taught in all Shambhala centers worldwide according to the same curriculum and offer complete meditation training.
Art, to be human
Shambhala-Training Stufe 1
We learn in meditation, to find inner peace and balance amidst the diverse irritations of everyday life. We discover, who we really are, see the living of every moment and gain the ability, to be alert and committed to every situation in life. This creates confidence and gentleness in us and we develop a sense of humor.
“We understand meditation here as something very basic and simple, that is not tied to any particular culture: Sitting on the floor, adopting good posture and developing a sense of our place in the world.”
(Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche)
Fearlessness Discover
Shambhalatraining Stufe 2
Meditation practice allows us to discover, how we weave a cocoon of habit patterns, to cover up our fears and irritations. When we venture out of these habitual patterns, we see the brilliance of the world and at the same time perceive our sensitivity and authenticity.
Bravely into the world
Shambhalatraining Stufe 3
We learn, to implement the formal practice of mindfulness and awareness in everyday life. We are mindful and open with all our senses, and thus perceive the world around us more vividly. We experience fearlessness, that arises from it.
Awakened heart
Shambhalatraining Stufe 4
When we allow openness and touchability in communication with the world, this also means, that the world can touch our hearts and that our hearts awaken through this touch. Free from all habitual, We approach the world with entrenched ideas and thought patterns with clear senses.
Open skies
Shambhalatraining Stufe 5
We communicate with the world gently and fearlessly, our awareness is sharpened and we experience the open, clear sky of the mind: a delicious source of wisdom and uplifting energy. We have enough faith in our true nature, to let go and immerse yourself in every moment.
While sitting still, by following your breath, how it flows out and disappears, you establish the connection to your heart. You just let yourself be, like you are, and from this comes a real sympathy for yourself.”
(Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche)
Intensification
Four-week intensive retreat
Who after the Shambhala Training ™ Level 5 want to move on, that will be the participation in one Dathün (four week retreat) recommended. The focus is on intensive meditation practice and self-knowledge. Lectures round off the seminar. This retreat in a Shambhala country center (in Europa: Dechen Cöling) is also a nice opportunity, Getting to know people from other countries on the Shambhala path.
Not everyone is able to step away from everyday life for a month. There is also the possibility, twice two weeks (Half-Dathün) to complete. Several shorter retreats such as the winter practice days in Vienna can also be taken into account, If traveling to a retreat center is not possible.
Weekend seminars
Shambhala-trying ™ Teil 2 (“Sacred Path”)
The Shambhala training ™ part 2 again consists of a series of constructive weekend seminars and study courses. We delve deeper into Tiger's qualities, Lion, Garuda and dragon, study the associated Shambhala root texts and deepen our understanding of Shambhala- and Buddhist teachings.
“If we open our eyes, the mind and the heart, we see, that the world is a magical place”. (Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche)
Weekend seminars:
- Great Eastern Sun
- wind horse
- Dralle
- Tiger
- Snow lion
- Garuda and dragon
- Golden key
Warriors of peace in the world
Warriors Assembly -Vernetzendes Retreat
The conclusion of the Shambhala training ™ 2 the picture die Warriors Assembly (“Warrior Gathering”), a 10-day seminar in a rural center (z.B. in the beautiful Dechen Cöling in France) with the focus on: How can we implement what we have learned in the world and to a friendly one in our environments, compassionate, Brave and open society contribute?
The “Warrior Gathering” brings people from all over Europe, USA and Canada together and offers a good opportunity, to network, to develop ideas together and become active.
Questions?
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