BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ligmincha - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260129T212530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T193119Z UID:10000077-1775692800-1776038399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—2026 Spring Wellness Retreat at Serenity Ridge DESCRIPTION:Rest\, Nourish\, Realize and Renew:Transforming Life and Health through Nature\, Movement\, Breath\, and Meditation\nThrough stillness\, silence and awareness\, make genuine contact with the sky of your being. Your recognition of this inner spaciousness is the inner sun that shines. The internal warmth allows the flowering of infinite positive qualities in your life. – Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nJoin Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche for a rejuvenating long weekend of meditation\, movement\, connecting with nature \, and holistic wellness practices—highlighting the Five Elements. \nActivities include: sunrise meditation\, Tibetan yoga\, forest bathing\, sky gazing\, nature walks\, bonfires\, journaling\, nourishing plant-based meals\, guided relaxation\, and optional cold plunges. \nInvite friends and family for renewal and inspiration!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register to Attend In-Person at Serenity Ridge\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register to Attend Online on Zoom URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/2026-spring-wellness-retreat-at-serenity-ridge/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Apr-9-12-SR-Spring.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260320T220518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T220636Z UID:10000696-1775037600-1775124000@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:FREE EVENT—24-Hour Full Moon Practice\, "Finding Refuge Within" DESCRIPTION:FREE EVENT\n24-Hour Full Moon Practice\, “Finding Refuge Within”\nOn April 1\, 2026\, you are warmly invited to join us online for a 10 a.m. meditation guided by Alejandro Chaoul\, followed by a 24-hour session of silent contemplation alternating with guided practice. In each of sixteen 90-minute shifts\, one of Ligmincha International’s practice leaders welcomes us in English and then guides the meditation in the language of their country\, culminating in a period of contemplative silence. Throughout the shift\, the practice leader periodically offers brief guidance to refresh our meditation and includes short periods of supportive mantra music until the next shift begins. \nOur gathering offers a sacred space in which we acknowledge personal pain and collective challenges while abiding within the open\, clear warmth of presence — who we truly are. By resting together in the protection of inner refuge\, we rediscover a deep sense of belonging and strengthen the compassion needed to meet the challenges of our world. \nParticipants may join at any time during the 24 hours\, for at least half an hour at a time\, until the practice ends at 10 a.m. on the second day. This 24-hour gathering takes place via Zoom and is open to everyone\, regardless of religious or spiritual background. There is no cost to participate\, and registration is required. \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/free-event-24-hour-full-moon-practice-newfinding-refuge-within/ LOCATION:Online on Zoom CATEGORIES:Free,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Full-Moon-new-world-map-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260405 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260129T212138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T193842Z UID:10000042-1775001600-1775347199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Valle de Bravo Retreat (Topic TBA) DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/valle-de-bravo-retreat-topic-tba/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Mexico\, Valle de Bravo\, Mexico CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/03_Apr-1-4-Mexico.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260328 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260403 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260205T191313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T191323Z UID:10000673-1774656000-1775174399@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/2026-03-28/ 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;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260220T164527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T181920Z UID:10000679-1774612800-1774616400@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:FREE EVENT— Transforming Confusion into Wisdom DESCRIPTION:Transforming Confusion into Wisdom\nWith Marcy Vaughn \nJoin us for Part 3 of a three-part series of online teachings with Marcy Vaughn\, exploring how the medicine of inner refuge can support us in meeting life’s most challenging experiences. The hour-long live broadcasts take place on three consecutive Fridays and are free and open to all. \n•  Viewing options: View on Facebook | View on the CyberSangha Community App | Explore or join the app now. \n•  View on the CyberSangha website — click here \n• About the presenters — click here URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/free-event-transforming-confusion-into-wisdom/ LOCATION:CyberSangha CATEGORIES:Free,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/innerrefugemarcy3small-resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260220T164410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T181927Z UID:10000678-1774008000-1774011600@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:FREE EVENT— Bringing Pain to the Path DESCRIPTION:Bringing Pain to the Path\nWith Marcy Vaughn \nJoin us for Part 2 of a three-part series of online teachings with Marcy Vaughn\, exploring how the medicine of inner refuge can support us in meeting life’s most challenging experiences. The hour-long live broadcasts take place on three consecutive Fridays and are free and open to all. \n•  Viewing options: View on Facebook | View on the CyberSangha Community App | Explore or join the app now. \n•  View on the CyberSangha website — click here \n• About the presenters — click here URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/free-event-bringing-pain-to-the-path/ LOCATION:CyberSangha CATEGORIES:Free,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/innerrefugemarcy3small-resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260220T164249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T181847Z UID:10000677-1773403200-1773406800@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:FREE EVENT— Discovering the Treasury of the Open Heart DESCRIPTION:Discovering the Treasury of the Open Heart\nWith Marcy Vaughn \nJoin us for Part 1 of a three-part series of online teachings with Marcy Vaughn\, exploring how the medicine of inner refuge can support us in meeting life’s most challenging experiences. The hour-long live broadcasts take place on three consecutive Fridays and are free and open to all. \n•  Viewing options: View on Facebook | View on the CyberSangha Community App | Explore or join the app now. \n•  View on the CyberSangha website — click here \n• About the presenters — click here URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/free-event-discovering-the-treasury-of-the-open-heart/ LOCATION:CyberSangha CATEGORIES:Free,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/innerrefugemarcy3small-resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260129T210226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T163618Z UID:10000657-1773014400-1773446399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Dream Yoga DESCRIPTION:Tibetan Dream Yoga with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\nMarch 9–13\, 2026 \nWe sleep one-third of our lifetime\, an average of 20 to 25 years. Dream yoga is a practice that spans every moment\, waking and sleeping. It is a powerful tool of awakening used for hundreds of years by the great masters of the Tibetan traditions. \nFoundational practices in dream yoga change the practitioner’s relationship to all experiences\, develop conscious awareness\, and often lead to lucidity in dreams. Unlike in the Western psychological approach to dreams\, the ultimate goal of Tibetan dream yoga is the recognition of the nature of the mind or enlightenment itself. \nTenzin Wangyal Rinpoche will discuss the relationships between dream and waking\, and dream and death. He will show how the causes of dreams are related to the six chakras\, and how we can heal blocks in the chakras. He will teach the “four preparations” for sleep and the uses and methods of lucid dreaming. \nTenzin Wangyal Rinpoche is one of very few masters of the Tibetan Bön Dzogchen tradition living in the West. He founded Ligmincha International\, and is known for his ability to make Tibetan practices easily accessible to all students. Rinpoche is the author of nine books\, including Wonders of the Natural Mind and The Tibetan Yogas of Dream and Sleep. \n\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/dream-yoga/ 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/2025/12/March209-1320Esalen2028229-1hrHuV.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260115T191328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T191349Z UID:10000029-1772841600-1773014399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Red Garuda Teaching With Geshe Yungdrung Gyatso DESCRIPTION: ***  \nTransform and heal with the Red Garuda in this powerful Bön Buddhist meditation retreat with Geshe Yungdrung Gyatso. The Red Garuda practice\, an ancient method from the Tibetan Bön tradition\, supports releasing negativity\, cultivating inner strength\, and restoring balance in body\, mind\, and environment. Across cultures\, the garuda—the eagle‑man who rises above ordinary existence—symbolizes the transcendent wisdom and courage within each person\, empowering practitioners to overcome obstacles and deepen spiritual growth. The Red Garuda\, associated with the fire element\, is a potent practice for healing emotional and physical challenges\, enhancing vitality\, and harmonizing relationships with oneself and others. Its energy also addresses issues connected to the nagas\, the beings of the waters\, supporting personal and environmental balance. This retreat is a rare opportunity to experience Geshe Yungdrung Gyatso’s warm\, engaging guidance while connecting with your inner power\, courage\, and wisdom. \nSchedule (New York Time)\nSaturday–Sunday\, March 7–8\, 2026* \nlink to your local time zone \n9:00–10:30 am Teaching10:30–11:00 am Break11:00–12:00 pm Practice \n*Please note: Sunday March 8 begins Daylight Savings Time in the U.S.\, where clocks will be set ahead by one hour. If you live in an area that does not observe daylight savings time\, check the start time of Sunday’s teaching here. link to your local time zone \nGeshe Yungdrung Gyatso is the resident lama of Ligmincha Poland and teaches widely throughout Europe and internationally. He was born in 1980 in Bicher village\, Dolpo region of Nepal\, near the Samling Monastery. He began monastic study at Triten Norbutse Monastery and received his geshe degree in 2009\, followed by a 100‑day retreat focused on breath\, channels\, and movement practices. Since 2015 he has taught extensively in Europe and the United States\, and he brings warmth and clarity to his guidance. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Registration URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/red-garuda-teaching-with-geshe-yungdrung-gyatso/ LOCATION:Online on Zoom CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Red-Garuda-Online-pdf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260130T144847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183957Z UID:10000208-1772755200-1775260799@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—Ngöndro: The Foundational Practices DESCRIPTION:Ngöndro: The Foundational Practices\nwith Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nThe ngöndro teachings are a set of nine practices that offer complete instructions for taming\, purifying\, and perfecting the suffering mind. Although these practices are considered the foundation for entrance into the five-part cycle of Tibetan Bön dzogchen teachings – Bön’s highest teachings on the nature of mind – many practitioners adopt the ngöndro as their main meditation and complete the nine sets of 100\,000 repetitions over the course of a lifetime. Within each is contained the entire path to liberation. They are considered to be the foundational practices for the entire tradition. \nTenzin Wangyal Rinpoche rarely teaches the ngöndro\, and recommends it for dedicated practitioners who feel a strong connection to the Bön lineage. Within the ngöndro are found practices that are used within many other practices\, such as the Guru Yoga Prayer\, Bodhicitta Prayer\, Refuge Prayer\, Prostrations\, and the Three Heart Mantras\, so the ngöndro supports and deepens all other meditation practices. \nParticipation in a ngöndro retreat or this online course is a prerequisite for continuing the Experiential Transmission of Zhang Zhung series. Tenzin Rinpoche will offer Part 2 of the series in December 2021. \nRob Patzig will be the mentor for this course. \nThis course is ongoing through December. Registration continues to be open after the start date. \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-ngondro-the-foundational-practices/ LOCATION:Ligmincha Learning CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Tapihritsa-4-x-2.5-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260312 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260130T145140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183744Z UID:10000210-1772755200-1773266399@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/2026-03-06/ 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:20260227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260128T183702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T163433Z UID:10000050-1772150400-1772841599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:PILGRIMAGE—with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche DESCRIPTION:Sri Lanka Pilgrimage with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\n27 February – 6 March 2026 \nJoin Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche for an intimate spiritual journey across the sacred landscapes of Sri Lanka. This pilgrimage offers a unique opportunity to explore ancient Buddhist sites\, connect with the natural beauty of the island\, and deepen your inner practice under the guidance of a renowned teacher. \nTenzin Wangyal Rinpoche is one of the most respected and beloved masters of the Yungdrung Bön tradition—the ancient spiritual heritage of Tibet. Known for his clarity\, warmth\, and practical teaching style\, Rinpoche has dedicated his life to making the wisdom of ancient Buddhism accessible to the modern world. \nSacred Highlights\n\n\nAnuradhapura: Visit the ancient Bodhi tree. \n\n\nDambulla: Explore the remarkable cave temple complex. \n\n\nKandy: Pay homage at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. \n\n\nColombo: Visit the iconic Gangaramaya Temple. \n\n\nMatale: Tour the spice and herbal gardens. \n\n\nBentota: Enjoy relaxation time on the beautiful beach. \n\n\nDaily Program\nEach day includes: \n\n\nGuided sessions of inner stillness and meditation \n\n\nHeart-opening prayers \n\n\nTeachings on the Four Noble Truths \n\n\nOpportunities for one-to-one conversations with Rinpoche to support your practice \n\n\nRegistration\nLimited seats available.Reservations are on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nContact & Booking\nThe Himalayan Native TreksWhatsApp: +977-9841074413Email: tahdorje@gmail.com URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/pilgrimage-with-tenzin-wangyal-rinpoche/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/WhatsApp-Image-2025-12-11-at-10.54.57-AM.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260205T180338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183647Z UID:10000659-1771545600-1772063999@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-2/2026-02-20/ 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:20260220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260225 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260128T183329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T163334Z UID:10000079-1771545600-1771977599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Tibetan Yoga Retreat in Nepal DESCRIPTION:JOIN THE YOGA COURSE with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nAwakening to the Authentic Self: A Journey through Movement\, Breath\, and Awareness \nDates: February 20–24\, 2026Location: Pharping\, Kathmandu\, Nepal \nThis retreat is rooted in the ancient yogic practices of Tsa Lung\, drawn from the Mother Tantra.Each day will introduce one of the five elemental Tsa Lung exercises\, corresponding to the five elements — earth\, water\, fire\, air\, and space — and the five energy centers of the body. \nThese practices are designed to: \n\nRelease energy blockages\nAwaken subtle awareness\nOpen the doorway to the five pure dimensions of consciousness\, known as the Five Wisdoms\n\nTenzin Wangyal Rinpoche is one of the most respected and beloved teachers of the Bön Buddhist tradition\, the ancient spiritual tradition of Tibet.Renowned for his clarity\, warmth\, and practical teaching style\, Rinpoche has dedicated his life to making the wisdom of Bön accessible to the modern world. \nFor more information please contact:  repa.retreat@gmail.com \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-awakening-to-the-authentic-self-a-journey-through-movement-breath-and-awareness/ LOCATION:Repa Retreat\, Pharphing\, Kathmandu\, Nepal CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/01_Feb-20-24_Nepal.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T141500 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260128T182232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T193554Z UID:10000039-1771333200-1771337700@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:FREE EVENT—Meditation & AI: Navigating the New Frontier of Spiritual Practice DESCRIPTION:FREE EVENT \nMeditation & AI: Navigating the New Frontier of Spiritual Practice\nA Facebook Live discussion with Steve Haberlin\, Claire Villarreal\, and host Alejandro Chaoul \nHow is technology reshaping the ancient art of meditation? In this CyberSangha dialogue\, Steve Haberlin\, Ph.D. — assistant professor at the University of Central Florida and author of Meta-Meditation for Mental Health — and Claire Villarreal\, PhD\, Buddhist teacher and scholar\, explore how apps\, artificial intelligence\, and virtual reality are transforming contemplative practice. \nFrom AI-guided personalization to immersive virtual sanghas\, they’ll consider how innovation can both support and complicate our path toward awareness and balance. Hosted by Alejandro Chaoul\, this conversation invites viewers to reflect on how to stay grounded in wisdom while exploring new frontiers of mind and technology. \n•  Viewing options: View on Facebook | View on the CyberSangha Community App | Explore or join the app now. \n•  View on the CyberSangha website — click here \n• About the presenters — click here URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/meditation-ai-navigating-the-new-frontier-of-spiritual-practice/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Free,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/meditationai3small-resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260220 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260128T182821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T154555Z UID:10000047-1771027200-1771545599@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:COURSE—Tibetan Dream Yoga DESCRIPTION:Tibetan Dream Yoga\nwith Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nThis is a 4 week course \n“The practice of dream yoga is about understanding more about appearances and what they truly are. And ultimately\, it is about understanding who we are\, the true sense of self.”– Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nWe spend a third of our lives sleeping. Every night we participate in profound mysteries\, moving from one dimension of experience to another\, losing our sense of self and finding it again\, and yet we take it all for granted. We wake up in the morning and continue in “real” life\, but in a sense we are still asleep and dreaming. The teachings tell us that we can continue in this deluded\, dreamy state\, day and night\, or wake up to the truth. \nThrough practice\, we can cultivate greater awareness during every moment of life. If we do\, freedom and flexibility continually increase and we are less governed by habitual preoccupations and distractions. Eventually we develop a continuity of awareness that allows us to maintain full awareness during dream as well as in waking life. When we fully develop this capacity\, we will find that we are living both waking and dreaming life with greater ease\, comfort\, clarity\, and appreciation. \nWorkshop Features: \n\nFour-week teacher-guided online workshop\nStep-by-step class video instructions (via streaming video)\, with available Spanish Subtitles and English closed captions\nNew material released twice a week including eight all-new guided meditations\nEight hours of video instruction\, exercises\, and downloadable meditations\nNo set class times – review video instruction any time and as often as necessary throughout the workshop\nContinuous personal support and individual advice from Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche via workshop forums\nEasy to use and navigate course site\n\n\n\n\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/course-tibetan-dream-yoga/ LOCATION:Glidewing CATEGORIES:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dream-yoga-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216 DTSTAMP:20260403T150141 CREATED:20260115T190654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T193348Z UID:10000028-1770854400-1771199999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Sherap Chamma – Divine Feminine Meditation in the Bön Tradition with Marcy Vaughn DESCRIPTION:About the Retreat\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\, Mother of Wisdom and Love\, 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.Join us for a Sherap Chamma meditation retreat\, exploring the divine feminine energy and one of the most important tantric cycles of the Bön tradition. Sherap Chamma embodies innate wisdom\, compassion\, and healing energy.During this retreat\, participants will learn a simple and powerful meditation practice to connect directly with Sherap Chamma. Through visualization\, mantra\, and deep contemplation\, you can cultivate love\, compassion\, and spiritual clarity. The supportive group environment fosters healing of physical\, energetic\, emotional\, and spiritual dimensions.**Beginner and experienced meditators are warmly invited to this retreat.** \nAbout the Teacher\nMarcy Vaughn has been a practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism and Bon for more than 50 years. A senior student of Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche\, she serves as the director of practice and study for Ligmincha International. She is a senior teacher and serves as President of the Board of Directors of The Three Doors\, a secular non-profit founded by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche to bring meditation as a tool for transformation to diverse audiences. Marcy is the editor of Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s books: Tibetan Sound Healing\, Awakening the Sacred Body\, Awakening the Luminous Mind\, and Spontaneous Creativity. A graduate in the first class of the master’s program in contemplative psychotherapy at Naropa University\, Marcy leads meditation retreats throughout North America\, Europe\, and Mexico\, and conducts training programs in the therapeutic uses of mindfulness\, imagery\, and contemplative practices. \nSchedule (New York Time)\nThursday 2/12/26\n7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Opening Teaching \nFriday 2/13/26-Saturday 2/14/26\n7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m. Practice9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Practice11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Practice3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. Practice5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Practice7:30 p.m.– 8:30 p.m Practice \nSunday 2/15/26\n7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m. Practice9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Practice11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Conclusion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Onsite Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Registration URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/sherap-chamma-retreat-divine-feminine-meditation-in-the-bon-tradition-with-marcy-vaughn/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Sherap-Chamma-Marcy-web.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260213 DTSTAMP:20260403T150142 CREATED:20260115T184407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T192343Z UID:10000027-1770336000-1770940799@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—6-Day Silent Meditation Retreat with Marcy Vaughn and Gabriel Rocco DESCRIPTION:About the Retreat\nJoin senior teachers Marcy Vaughn and Gabriel Rocco for a Silent Meditation Retreat from February 6–12\, 2026\, at Serenity Ridge Retreat Center in the peaceful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. This winter silent meditation retreat offers a rare opportunity to rest deeply\, cultivate open awareness\, and reconnect with inner stillness through guided sitting and walking meditation\, mindful practices\, and periods of quiet reflection. Participants are invited to release habitual busyness and return to the spaciousness of being.\nSuitable for beginners and experienced practitioners\, this retreat provides a supportive environment for reflection\, renewal\, and lasting inner peace. Surrounded by the natural beauty and quiet of Serenity Ridge in winter\, it’s the perfect setting to deepen your meditation practice and connect with stillness. \nSchedule\nFriday\, 2/6/26\n– 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. – Check-in\n– 6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m. – Dinner\n– 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. – Opening Teaching\n*Silence begins after announcements after the teaching concludes* \nSaturday\, 2/7/26 – Wednesday\, 2/11/26\n– 7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m. – Practice\n– 8:00 a.m.–8:45 a.m. – Breakfast\n– 8:30 a.m.–9:15 a.m. – Meal Clean-up or Break\n– 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. – Practice\n– 11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. – Break\n– 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Practice\n– 12:30 p.m.–1:00 p.m. – Break\n– 1:00 p.m.–1:45 p.m. – Lunch\n– 1:45 p.m.–3:00 p.m. – Meal Clean-up or Break\n– 3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. – Practice\n– 4:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. – Break\n– 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. – Practice\n– 6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m. – Dinner\n– 6:45 p.m.–7:30 p.m. – Meal Clean-up or Break\n– 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. – Practice \nThursday\, 2/12/26\n– 7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m. – Practice\n– 8:00 a.m.–8:45 a.m. – Breakfast\n– 8:30 a.m.–9:15 a.m. – Meal Clean-up or Break\n– 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. – Practice\n– 11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. – Break\n– 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Conclusion\n– 1:00 p.m.–1:45 p.m. – Lunch\n*Note: Weekend option ends on 2/8/26 after dinner*\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/6-day-silent-meditation-retreat-with-marcy-vaughn-and-gabriel-rocco/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/v1-Silent-Retreat-Marcy-and-Gabriel.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209 DTSTAMP:20260403T150142 CREATED:20260115T180849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T192229Z UID:10000026-1770336000-1770595199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Silent Meditation Retreat (Weekend Only) with Marcy Vaughn and Gabriel Rocco DESCRIPTION:About the Retreat\nJoin senior teachers Marcy Vaughn and Gabriel Rocco for a Silent Meditation Retreat from February 6–12\, 2026\, at Serenity Ridge Retreat Center in the peaceful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. This winter silent meditation retreat offers a rare opportunity to rest deeply\, cultivate open awareness\, and reconnect with inner stillness through guided sitting and walking meditation\, mindful practices\, and periods of quiet reflection. Participants are invited to release habitual busyness and return to the spaciousness of being.\nSuitable for beginners and experienced practitioners\, this retreat provides a supportive environment for reflection\, renewal\, and lasting inner peace. Surrounded by the natural beauty and quiet of Serenity Ridge in winter\, it’s the perfect setting to deepen your meditation practice and connect with stillness.\nAll are welcome—whether new to meditation or experienced practitioners seeking to deepen their practice in silence. \nSchedule\nFriday\, 2/6/26\n– 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. – Check-in\n– 6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m. – Dinner\n– 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. – Opening Teaching\n*Silence begins after announcements after the teaching concludes* \nSaturday\, 2/7/26 – Sunday\, 2/8/26\n– 7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m. – Practice\n– 8:00 a.m.–8:45 a.m. – Breakfast\n– 8:30 a.m.–9:15 a.m. – Meal Clean-up or Break\n– 9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. – Practice\n– 11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. – Break\n– 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Practice\n– 12:30 p.m.–1:00 p.m. – Break\n– 1:00 p.m.–1:45 p.m. – Lunch\n– 1:45 p.m.–3:00 p.m. – Meal Clean-up or Break\n– 3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. – Practice\n– 4:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. – Break\n– 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. – Practice\n– 6:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m. – Dinner\n– 6:45 p.m.–7:30 p.m. – Meal Clean-up or Break\n– 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. – Practice\n*Note: Weekend option ends on 2/8/26 after dinner*\n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/silent-meditation-retreat-weekend-only-with-marcy-vaughn-and-gabriel-rocco/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/v1-Silent-Retreat-Marcy-and-Gabriel-1.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR