Awakening to Wellness

Description

In spring the world is born anew. By connecting to the rhythms and patterns of nature, we step into our own well-being. Join us for our Spring Wellness Retreat (April 09-13), “Transforming Life and Health Through Nature, Movement, Breath and Meditation”, an invitation to bring awareness into the patterns of our daily life for reflection, renewal and transformation.

Over these rejuvenating four days, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and special guests Tawni Tidwell, Dr. Danny Lewin, and Dr. Wenli Liu will share ancient methods alongside modern research and scientific findings focused on spiritual, mental and physical well-being. This retreat is designed to help you uncover your inner source of well-being and transcend self-imposed limits, empowering you to engage with life in creative, inspired, and joyful ways. We will explore techniques to release stress, decrease anxiety, rebalance energy, deepen inner peace, and reconnect to ourselves and the world. Be empowered to make healthier choices that bolster your wellness on every level!

The retreat, held at Serenity Ridge and online via Zoom, is highly interactive and participatory. With meditative techniques to enhance our wellbeing and self-awareness, restoring, energizing and healing our whole being through nature, and exploring ways to use sleep, food and self-care to enhance our quality of life and our overall health, this event is intended for everyone, whether you have experience in meditation and wellness or are just beginning your journey!

If you also would like to register for the Tibetan Yoga Retreat with Alejandro Chaoul, please register by clicking here. Those registered for both retreats will have a complimentary night’s stay at Serenity Ridge on April 13-14.

*Note that the online retreat will not have access to all outdoor activities

Our Presenters

Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche

Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche is a celebrated teacher and author recognized for his profound knowledge of the Bon Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Born in Tibet and trained by respected masters, Rinpoche established the Ligmincha Institute to share the transformative teachings of Bon. Known for making ancient spiritual practices accessible to the modern world, he guides students towards self-realization and healing through meditation and mindfulness. With a warmth and clarity that resonates globally, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche empowers individuals to unlock their inner potential and embrace a life of joy, compassion, and wisdom. 

Tawni Tidwell, TMD, Ph.D. 

Dr. Tawni Tidwell is a distinguished contributor to the intersection of medicine and Tibetan Buddhist practices. As the first Westerner to be certified as a Tibetan doctor alongside a PhD in anthropology, Dr. Tidwell skillfully bridges traditional Tibetan and contemporary medical worlds. She is deeply committed to holistic health, dedicating her career to the synthesis of cross-cultural medical insights. Dr. Tidwell’s unique expertise offers deep insights into integrated healthcare approaches, making her a leading voice at the forefront of wellness practices.

Dr. Danny Lewin, Ph.D

Dr. Daniel Lewin is a licensed psychologist, a sleep and circadian researcher and a board certified sleep clinician.  His career focus has been improving public awareness of sleep and circadian health and sleep disorders outcomes.  Recently, he has focused on integrating his expertise in sleep medicine with yoga, mindfulness and psychedelic assisted psychotherapy to develop innovative approaches to understand sleep health and sleep behavior in the context of spiritual and cultural practices. Danny has published more than 50 papers and chapters, provided sleep and circadian training to hundreds of healthcare providers and directed an NIH funded sleep laboratory.  He has given hundreds of lectures throughout the US and internationally, and chaired sleep-health symposia at scientific meetings.

Dr. Wenli Liu M.D.

Dr. Liu received her medical degree from Hunan Medical University in Changsha, China. After completing her residency training in Internal Medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), She joined on as faculty at the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston and had a successful 22-year career at the largest cancer center in the world. With her extensive patient care experience and continued efforts to keep abreast of emerging medical research, she became cognizant of the impact that lifestyle has on cancer risks, treatment response, and disease progression. She developed a passionate interest in the areas of nutrition and physical fitness in cancer patients and found herself discontinuing medications much more frequently than prescribing them. She counseled cancer patients on how their lifestyle choices impact their overall treatment plan and well-being. She firmly believes that prevention is the best medicine. Integrating science and lifestyle is her practice motto. The establishment of her clinic, Integrative Medicine Clinic-Houston, will allow her the opportunity to serve a broader community.

Dr. Liu hosts an educational channel – Integrative Medicine Perspective where she talks about various integrative medicine topics.