BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ligmincha - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ligmincha X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ligmincha.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ligmincha REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Vienna BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430 DTSTAMP:20260403T145622 CREATED:20260205T190743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T190757Z UID:10000670-1776988800-1777507199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—The Five Elements: Healing with Form\, Energy and Light DESCRIPTION:The Five Elements: Healing with Form\, Energy and Light\nwith Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nThis is a 6 week course \nIn this course Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche explores how the five elements from the Tibetan Bön tradition relates to our daily experiences\, emotions and relationships. Rinpoche guides meditations for each of the elements\, designed to help clear our obstacles and bring balance to our lives. \nThe course is structured into six parts of one week each: \n\nOverview of the Five Elements\nThe Earth Element\nThe Water Element\nThe Fire Element\nThe Air Element\nThe Space Element\n\nEach section of the course includes a video of Rinpoche’s teaching\, Rinpoche leading a guided meditation\, readings from his book Healing with Form\, Energy and Light\, and assignments for journal writing\, discussion\, formal and informal practice. \nThe course is designed so that you may integrate study and practice into your everyday routine\, learning at your own pace\, yet enjoying the support of classmates and the course mentor. \nPolly Turner will be the mentor for this course.\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-the-five-elements-healing-with-form-energy-and-light/2026-04-24/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Learning CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/5-Elements-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260129T214500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194103Z UID:10000658-1777680000-1777852799@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Berlin Retreat (Topic TBA) DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/berlin-retreat-topic-tba/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Berlin Zentrum\, Laubacher Straße 21\, Berlin\, 14197\, Germany CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/08_May-2-–-3-Berlin-TBA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260129T214731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T173549Z UID:10000073-1778284800-1778457599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Transforming Our Negative Emotions Through the Six Lokas DESCRIPTION:Transforming our negative emotions through the Six Lokas\nEach of us suffers from strong emotions at one time or another\, which throw us off balance\, cause us to take actions that we later regret\, and disconnect us from the clear\, open space of our true nature. Centuries ago\, the masters of the Tibetan Bon Buddhism lineage developed the meditations of the Six Lokas (realms of existence) specifically to meet our strong emotions\, find the medicine in them and live our lives in a balanced and relaxed way. These meditations focus on the root causes of our suffering: anger\, greed\, ignorance\, jealousy\, pride\, and laziness—the six destructive emotions that stand in the way of enlightenment. In each meditation\, we reflect on our habitual patterns so that we can recognize them instead of being driven by them. Then we invoke the enlightened energy of the Buddhas to purify and transform these patterns so that their antidotes can be love\, generosity\, wisdom\, openness\, peacefulness and compassion arise. The practices of the\nSix Lokas have a deeply healing and transforming power and are traditionally practiced as a precursor to Dzogchen contemplation. \nTenzin Rinpoche invites everyone to explore these powerful teachings and apply them in our lives. During this retreat\, Rinpoche will explain how physical movements\, breath\, mantra\, visualization\, and contemplation can deeply purify the seeds of our karmic patterns and support healing. \nVenue:  Dialoghotel „Am Spiegeln“ (www.amspiegeln.at)\nJohann-Hörbiger-Gasse 30\, 1230 Wien \nAccess: https://amspiegeln.at/lage-anreise/ (route planner for public transport and\ncars) \nDate: Saturday\, May 9th: Seminar 10:00 – 18:00\nSunday\, May 10th: Seminar 09:00 – 16:00\nThe seminar will be translated from English into German. \nCost: € 190\,- for the seminar\n€ 160\,- (members of Ligmincha Austria e.V.)\n€ 120\,- online / € 100\,- for members of Ligmincha Austria\n(reduction on request: info@ligmincha.at) \nIf you cancel your booking less than two weeks before the event date\, the seminar fee\npaid will not be refunded. We apologize for any inconvenience! \nFor organizational reasons\, cash payments on site are only accepted in exceptional cases and by prior agreement!\nPlease register and make payment into our account by 24 April 2026 at the latest:\nBank details:\nLigmincha Österreich e.V.\nIBAN:    AT36 6000 0103 1034 3485\nBIC:     BAWAATWW\nPurpose: „Sechs Lokas“ May 2026 \nIf you register late\, we cannot guarantee that you will receive all the information. \nRegistration is required via the following link:\nhttps://forms.gle/1siG1k5Bxvx8PP4J8 \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive a copy at the email address you provided; no further confirmation email will be sent. Please check your inbox and spam folder. \nDocuments (prayers\, Zoom link of recordings\, schedule\, etc.) will be sent to participants separately and in good time. \nAccommodation: \n\nRoom availability is limited\, so please book your room in good time directly with the Dialoghotel “Am Spiegeln”: www.amspiegeln.at\, Tel. +43 1 8893093\nPlease state when booking that you are a participant in the Ligmincha Austria seminar\nFor room rates\, please see the website of the Dialoghotel “Am Spiegeln”\n\n  \nMeals:\nLunch on Saturdays and Sundays is available ONLY by prior booking via the registration link and upon payment. \nA three-course vegetarian menu (soup\, main course\, salad\, dessert) is available. \nPrice: € 23\,- per menu/per person. Bookings are for the full menu only; individual dishes are not available. \nContact and further Information:\nLigmincha Österreich e.V. Landsteinergasse 10/13 | 1160 Wien\n+43 650 315 65 57 (Heide Mitsche)\,\n+43 660 34 533 74 (Renate Cervik-Kremminger)\ninfo@ligmincha.at\nwww.ligmincha.at URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/6-lokas-part-2/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Austria\, Vienna\, Austria CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/09_May-9-–-10-Vienna-Six-Lokas.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260315T143306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T212628Z UID:10000690-1778284800-1780271999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—The Healing Power Of Sacred Sleep DESCRIPTION:The Healing Power Of Sacred Sleep\nwith Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nJoin Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche as he merges the timeless practices of the ancient Tibetan teachings with latest insights on the science of sleep. Rinpoche’s compassionate yet powerful approach addresses not only the surface symptoms of sleep difficulties but also the root causes\, including anxiety and deep-seated physical and emotional tension as some of the most significant contributors to insomnia. By combining science and ancient Tibetan wisdom\, this course offers a transformative path toward restful sleep\, inner peace\, and improved overall well-being. \nMore than 30% of people experience sleep disorders\, with insomnia being one of the most common issues. Sleep deprivation doesn’t just leave you tired\, it impacts your health\, mood\, memory\, ability to socialize\, and even your life expectancy. But what if restful\, rejuvenating sleep was within reach? The Healing Power of Sacred Sleep course is designed to help you achieve deep\, peaceful sleep\, guided by the wisdom of ancient Tibetan teachings and backed by modern science. \nWhat You Will Gain from this Workshop: \nImagine waking up each morning feeling refreshed\, full of energy\, and ready to embrace the day. This course equips you with tools to bring that vision into reality. You’ll learn how to: \n\nAchieve deep\, restful sleep by understanding and addressing the root causes of insomnia.\nCreate a sleep-friendly environment that supports high-quality rest.\nCalm your mind and ease into sleep with powerful Tibetan practices and guided meditations.\nDevelop a sense of Inner Refuge—a state of profound peace and relaxation that can be carried into your nighttime rest for deeper\, more rejuvenating sleep effect.\nNo set class times – review video instruction any time and as often as necessary for the duration of the workshop.\nRelease physical and mental stress that disrupts sleep through gentle\, practical methods.\n\nIn six structured online sessions\, Rinpoche leads you through practices that can dramatically improve your sleep and overall health and well-being. Each session includes a guided meditation aimed at relaxing the mind and body\, setting the stage for a sound night’s sleep. By the end of the course\, you will feel equipped not just with techniques\, but with a new understanding of sleep as a healing\, sacred experience. \nRinpoche’s approach is profoundly unique because it combines Tibetan spiritual practices with scientific insights. \nThe sacred teachings of the Tibetan tradition invite you to address sleep from a holistic perspective\, considering both the body and the spirit. This isn’t just a sleep course; it’s a journey into deep healing and inner peace. \nWith each session\, you’ll find yourself supported and guided toward a life where sleep is not a struggle but a gift. Imagine a life with more energy\, improved focus\, and better emotional health\, all from something as simple and powerful as restful\, sacred sleep. Start your journey to deep\, restorative sleep today with The Healing Power of Sacred Sleep and wake up to the life you deserve! \nWebsite: GlideWing (https://www.glidewing.com/twr/sacred_sleep_home.html)\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-the-healing-power-of-sacred-sleep/ LOCATION:Glidewing CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/sleepingdreaming2small-reduced-400x.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260220T165011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T165031Z UID:10000680-1778889600-1779062399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—The Heartdrops of Dharmakaya DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-the-heartdrops-of-dharmakaya/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Netherlands\, Amsterdam\, Netherlands CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/10_May-16-17-Amsterdam.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260220T165241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T165516Z UID:10000681-1779580800-1779753599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—TBA Switzerland DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-tba/ LOCATION:Ligmincha France & Swiss Romanade CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/11_May-24-25-Bulle-Switzerland.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260129T220125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T163855Z UID:10000035-1780012800-1780271999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Ignite Your Inner Fire: Tummo Retreat\, Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Ignite Your Inner Fire\nTummo Retreat Part 2\, with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\n29–31 MAY\, 2026IN PERSON AND ONLINE ON ZOOM \nFor centuries\, Tibetan masters have practiced Tummo—a profound method of breathwork\, visualization\, and movement that generates inner heat\, strengthens the body\, and awakens the mind. This practice goes beyond physical endurance—it is a path to deep transformation\, healing\, and self-realization. \nWhat to Expect\nTenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\, a renowned Dzogchen master\, will share the authentic teachings of Tummo—an ancient practice that inspired and aligns with modern breathwork techniques. While contemporary methods often focus on resilience and performance\, Tummo reaches further\, unlocking the wisdom channel and leading to a natural state of clarity and bliss. \nWhy Learn Tummo from an Authentic Master?\n• Go beyond the physical – experience deeper transformation.• Access ancient lineage wisdom – learn the unbroken teachings of Tummo.• Purify and heal through authentic practice. \nLocation\n42 Allington Road\, NW4 3DE\, London\, UKNearest Tube & Overground Stations: Hendon Central\, Hendon \nContact\nFor more information contact Sona LoffiEmail: sonaligminchauk@gmail.comTel: +44 7777 772886 \n\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/ignite-your-inner-fire-tummo-retreat/ CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260702 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260130T145140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183744Z UID:10000661-1782432000-1782864000@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—Meditation\, Breath and Movement DESCRIPTION:Meditation\, Breath and Movement\nwith Alejandro Chaoul-Reich \nThis is a 4 week course \nTsa lung is a series of ancient yogic practices that brings balance and harmony to our physical body\, energy and mind. The term tsa lung can be translated as the energy-winds (Tibetan: lung\, Skt. prana\, Chinese\, qi) in the Channels\, for these practices are designed to open the subtle channels\, guiding the healthy flow of the energy-winds so that we can enjoy good health and reconnect with more calmness to a quiet\, peaceful mind. These exercises are easy to perform and are suitable for everyone. \nThere are three levels of tsa lung practice: external\, internal and secret. External tsa lung works primarily on the physical level\, using simple movements and breath exercises to balance the energies within our body. Internal tsa lung works more at the level of breath and subtle energy\, bringing our attention to opening the five chakras and the central channel. Secret tsa lung uses subtle visualizations within the chakras and central channel to bring harmony to the mind\, so that we can rest in our inner refuge\, nature of mind. All of the tsa lung exercises integrate and balance the five elements within: earth\, water\, fire\, wind and space. \nThese practices are drawn from the Bön Mother Tantra (Tibetan: Ma Gyud) the highest tantra in our tradition. They are a beautiful complement to any meditation practice\, and particularly to dzogchen. They are frequently performed at the beginning of a session so that meditation is deeper and more stable. External tsa lung is commonly performed in all Ligmincha centers and groups. \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-meditation-breath-and-movement/2026-06-26/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Learning CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TsaLung-Ale-1000x600-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260115T192942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T163926Z UID:10000031-1782432000-1783814399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Clear Light\, Natural Mind: The Direct Path of Dzogchen DESCRIPTION:With Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and honored guest\, H.H. the 34th Menri Trizin Rinpoche\n\nJune 26 – July 11\, 2026 | Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Virginia\nRegister for the first weekend\, Week 1\, Week 2 silent retreat\, or the full two-week retreat. \nDeepen your Dzogchen meditation practice at a rare summer retreat with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Explore the nature of mind\, release obstacles to meditation\, and cultivate clarity\, awareness\, and compassion in a supportive\, immersive retreat environment. Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators. \nRetreat Highlights:\n\nTeachings from His Holiness\, the 34th Menri Trizin Rinpoche: His Holiness the 34th Menri Trizin Rinpoche will join us online from Menri Monastery in India for special teachings on the mornings of June 27 and 28.\nTwo-Week Immersion: Week 1 includes guided Dzogchen practices; Week 2 continues in silent retreat for deep integration\, reflection\, and direct experience of natural awareness.\nPractice: Learn Trekchöd (cutting through confusion) and Tögal (direct crossing) techniques\, clear inner obstacles\, strengthen meditation confidence\, and bring mindfulness into daily life.\nSpecial events for those attending in-person: Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche has graciously agreed to offer the Rigpa Tsal Wang empowerment from the Zhang Zhung Nyengyü Bon Dzogchen tradition (July 4) and direct pointing-out instructions (July 5). Note: In keeping with sacred tradition\, the Rigpa Tsal Wang and Pointing Out Instructions will be offered to in-person participants\,  and are not available via Zoom.\n\nThis retreat offers a transformative opportunity to connect with the living Dzogchen lineage and integrate lasting insight\, openness\, and clarity into your practice. \nRetreat Dates & Registration Options:\n\nFull Retreat: June 26–July 11\, 2026\nWeekend: June 26–28\, 2026\nWeek 1: June 26–July 4\, 2026\nWeek 2: July 4–11\, 2026\n\nREGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY\, APRIL 7 URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/serenity-ridge-dzogchen-meditation-summer-retreat-2026/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/August-17-–-23-2026-4.png.preview.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260205T190743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T190757Z UID:10000671-1783641600-1784073600@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—The Five Elements: Healing with Form\, Energy and Light DESCRIPTION:The Five Elements: Healing with Form\, Energy and Light\nwith Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nThis is a 6 week course \nIn this course Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche explores how the five elements from the Tibetan Bön tradition relates to our daily experiences\, emotions and relationships. Rinpoche guides meditations for each of the elements\, designed to help clear our obstacles and bring balance to our lives. \nThe course is structured into six parts of one week each: \n\nOverview of the Five Elements\nThe Earth Element\nThe Water Element\nThe Fire Element\nThe Air Element\nThe Space Element\n\nEach section of the course includes a video of Rinpoche’s teaching\, Rinpoche leading a guided meditation\, readings from his book Healing with Form\, Energy and Light\, and assignments for journal writing\, discussion\, formal and informal practice. \nThe course is designed so that you may integrate study and practice into your everyday routine\, learning at your own pace\, yet enjoying the support of classmates and the course mentor. \nPolly Turner will be the mentor for this course.\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-the-five-elements-healing-with-form-energy-and-light/2026-07-10/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Learning CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/5-Elements-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260129T215654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194157Z UID:10000036-1786060800-1786319999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—London Retreat (Topic TBA) DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… \nFor more information\, contact Sona Lotfi: sonaligminchauk@gmail.com URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/london-retreat-topic-tba/ CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260220T165745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T165811Z UID:10000682-1786406400-1786924799@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—TBA Poland DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-tba-poland/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Poland\, Wilga\, Poland CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/13_August-11-–-16-2026-Poland-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260817 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260824 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260220T170441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T170522Z UID:10000683-1786924800-1787529599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—TBA Germany DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-tba-germany/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Germany\, Buchenau\, Germany CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260220T171324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T171937Z UID:10000684-1787961600-1788134399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Embracing the Unknown DESCRIPTION:Embracing the Unknown: A Journey of Trust and Transformation\nMore information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-embracing-the-unknown/ LOCATION:Ligmincha France & Swiss Romanade CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260910 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260205T191735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T191742Z UID:10000675-1788480000-1788998399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—Transforming Emotions Through the Six Lokas DESCRIPTION:Transforming Our Emotions Through the Six Lokas\nwith Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nThis is a 7 week course \nThis meditation course will give you a thorough introduction to the Six Lokas practices of the Tibetan Bön Buddhist tradition. \nAt one time or another each of us suffer strong emotions that throw us off balance\, cause us to act in ways that we later regret\, and make us lose touch with our true nature. Centuries ago the masters of the Bön lineage developed the meditations of the Six Lokas specifically to remedy this situation\, to help us live our lives in a balanced and relaxed way. \nThe meditations focus on the root causes of our suffering: anger\, desire\, greed\, ignorance\, jealousy\, pride and laziness. Through each meditation we examine our habitual patterns so that we may recognize them\, then invoke the enlightened energy of the Buddhas to purify and transform us so that we and all other beings might not continue to suffer in this way. The practices have a deep healing and transformative power\, and are traditionally practiced at length as a preliminary to dzogchen contemplation.\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-transforming-emotions-through-the-six-lokas/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Learning CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Shenlha-Okar-4-x-2.5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260220T172302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T172303Z UID:10000685-1788566400-1788739199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Dream Yoga DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-dream-yoga/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Hungary\, Eszek utca 18.\, Budapest\, 1114\, Hungary CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260220T172503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T162417Z UID:10000686-1790294400-1790553599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Dzogchen: Sky Gazing and Sun Gazing DESCRIPTION:Dzogchen: Sky Gazing and Sun Gazing with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\nDetails and Registration Coming Soon! \nLocation: Boulder Shambhala Center\, 1345 Spruce Street\, Boulder\, CO \nco-sponsored by Chamma Ling Colorado and Boulder Shambhala Center \n\n\n  URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-tba-chamma-ling-colorado/ LOCATION:Chamma Ling Colorado Retreat Center\, Chamma Ling\, Camino Baca Grande\, Crestone\, CO\, 81131\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260115T193051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194229Z UID:10000033-1790640000-1791158399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—The Melody of Silence: Silent Meditation Retreat DESCRIPTION:The Melody of Silence: Silent Meditation Retreat with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\n September 29 – October 4\, 2026 | Serenity Ridge Retreat Center \nExperience profound stillness in this silent meditation retreat with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\, rooted in the authentic Bön Dzogchen lineage. Through guided meditation\, sitting practice\, and time in nature\, cultivate clarity\, inner calm\, and presence while reconnecting with the heart of Dzogchen practice. \nThe retreat combines guided meditation\, sitting practice\, and time in nature (weather permitting) to support participants in deepening their Dzogchen meditation practice\, cultivating sustained awareness\, and experiencing the spacious\, open quality of mind. \nRegistration Opening Soon … URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/the-melody-of-silence-silent-meditation-retreat/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261008 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260205T180338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183647Z UID:10000660-1790899200-1791331200@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—The Three Heart Mantras of Bön DESCRIPTION:The Three Heart Mantras\n with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nThis is a 5 week course \nThe Three Heart Mantras are used in many different meditations in the Bön tradition and play a major role in the ngöndro practices. They are said to be the essence of enlightenment in sound and energy\, and as we sing or chant the mantras our awareness is transformed to be in union with the Buddhas. They are used for purification\, protection and as primary practices toward self-realization. \nIt is said that creating these mantras in any form brings merit and purification\, so they are commonly found carved into stones\, printed on prayer flags where they spread their benefits through the winds\, and even drawn with gold ink and kept on shrines as an object of reverence and meditation. Their blessings are said to be endless. Also within this course Tenzin Rinpoche explains the essence of the Guru Yoga\, Refuge and Bodhicitta practices\, making this an excellent introduction to the tradition. \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-the-three-heart-mantras-of-bon-2/2026-10-02/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Learning CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/pic-three-hearts-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260115T193156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T192549Z UID:10000034-1791244800-1791763199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Bardo Teachings: Living with Joy\, Dying in Peace DESCRIPTION:Bardo Teachings: Living with Joy\, Dying in Peace\nOctober 6–11\, 2026 \nJoin Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche for a five-day Bardo meditation retreat at Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, exploring awareness\, the space between death and rebirth\, and the nature of life’s transitions. Drawing on the wisdom of the Tibetan Bön lineage\, this retreat supports cultivating inner strength\, clarity\, and peace\, offering practical guidance for meeting uncertainty\, change\, and impermanence with confidence and presence. \nRegistration Opening Soon … URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/bardo-teachings-living-with-joy-dying-in-peace/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260115T193300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T192456Z UID:10000032-1792108800-1792367999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Chöd\, Part 2 with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/chod-part-2-with-tenzin-wangyal-rinpoche/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Berkeley\, Berkeley\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Dudok-Team-Up-1200-x-675-px.png.preview.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260220T172833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T172833Z UID:10000687-1793577600-1794009599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—TBA Esalen Institute DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-tba-esalen-institute/ LOCATION:Esalen Institute\, CA\, 55000 CA-1\, Big Sur\, CA\, 93920\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261119 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260205T190107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T190115Z UID:10000669-1794528000-1794960000@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—Sherap Chamma: Mother of Wisdom and Love DESCRIPTION:Sherap Chamma: Mother of Wisdom and Love\nwith Marcy Vaughn \nThis is a 4 week course \nLigmincha Learning is pleased to announce that we will be offering our course introducing the practices of Sherap Chamma\, Mother of Wisdom and Love\, taught by Marcy Vaughn. \nIn many cultures the primordial female energy is seen as the origin of existence and the source of all positive qualities. As such\, Sherap Chamma is the source of wisdom\, and her medicine is love and compassion. The teachings of Sherap Chamma comprise one of the most important tantric cycles of the ancient Bön tradition. \nJoin Marcy Vaughn in this special course to learn a beautiful and simple meditation practice that will enable you to connect directly with the divine feminine energy. With visualization\, the sound of mantra\, and deep contemplation\, participants can make a personal connection to this sacred form of the universal mother\, Sherap Chamma\, and are guided through this connection to innate wisdom and the love and compassion that naturally radiate from that wisdom. \nThose experienced in meditation as well as those who are beginning are warmly welcomed.\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-sherap-chamma-mother-of-wisdom-and-love/2026-11-13/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Learning CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Sherap-Chamma-high-res-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261127 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260205T191313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T191323Z UID:10000674-1795219200-1795651200@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—Sleep Yoga: The Yoga of Clear Light DESCRIPTION:Sleep Yoga: The Yoga of Clear Light\nwith Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nThis is a 4 week course \nWe spend one-third of our life in sleep\, yet for most people sleep is a period of unconsciousness. Through the practices of the Yoga of Clear Light we can learn to be completely aware during our sleep\, open\, clear\, resting in deep meditative presence. But how do we get from our current stress and disrupted sleep patterns to the state of clear light? \nThis course will introduce simple techniques to enter into sleep in a healthy\, balanced way. Even if we do not consistently enter into clear light sleep\, we can benefit from a refreshing\, relaxed sleep that gives us deep renewal. This is supported by breathing techniques\, physical postures and guided visualizations. Tenzin Rinpoche will also provide a meditation to wake up in a beautiful way\, feeling the blessings of sleep and stepping into our day with serenity. Through these simple practices we can transform our sleep to be one of tranquility and awareness.\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-sleep-yoga-the-yoga-of-clear-light/2026-11-21/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Learning CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Salge-du-dama.jpg.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261203 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260130T145140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183744Z UID:10000662-1795737600-1796169600@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—Meditation\, Breath and Movement DESCRIPTION:Meditation\, Breath and Movement\nwith Alejandro Chaoul-Reich \nThis is a 4 week course \nTsa lung is a series of ancient yogic practices that brings balance and harmony to our physical body\, energy and mind. The term tsa lung can be translated as the energy-winds (Tibetan: lung\, Skt. prana\, Chinese\, qi) in the Channels\, for these practices are designed to open the subtle channels\, guiding the healthy flow of the energy-winds so that we can enjoy good health and reconnect with more calmness to a quiet\, peaceful mind. These exercises are easy to perform and are suitable for everyone. \nThere are three levels of tsa lung practice: external\, internal and secret. External tsa lung works primarily on the physical level\, using simple movements and breath exercises to balance the energies within our body. Internal tsa lung works more at the level of breath and subtle energy\, bringing our attention to opening the five chakras and the central channel. Secret tsa lung uses subtle visualizations within the chakras and central channel to bring harmony to the mind\, so that we can rest in our inner refuge\, nature of mind. All of the tsa lung exercises integrate and balance the five elements within: earth\, water\, fire\, wind and space. \nThese practices are drawn from the Bön Mother Tantra (Tibetan: Ma Gyud) the highest tantra in our tradition. They are a beautiful complement to any meditation practice\, and particularly to dzogchen. They are frequently performed at the beginning of a session so that meditation is deeper and more stable. External tsa lung is commonly performed in all Ligmincha centers and groups. \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-meditation-breath-and-movement/2026-11-27/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Learning CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TsaLung-Ale-1000x600-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270120 DTSTAMP:20260403T145623 CREATED:20260220T173043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T173043Z UID:10000688-1798761600-1800403199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—2027 Winter Retreat DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-2027-winter-retreat/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025springTWR.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR