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 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:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 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:20260524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTSTAMP:20260403T233413 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:20260516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTSTAMP:20260403T233413 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:20260509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511 DTSTAMP:20260403T233413 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:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTSTAMP:20260403T233413 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:20260424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427 DTSTAMP:20260403T233413 CREATED:20260115T192616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T160738Z UID:10000030-1776988800-1777247999@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:RETREAT—Chöd\, Part 1 with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche DESCRIPTION:Cutting through Fear and Attachment: The Practice of Chöd in the Bon Tradition\nMany of life’s challenges arise from fear and attachment—the core obstacles to recognizing our true nature. Chöd\, an ancient Tibetan practice\, offers a direct and creative way to cut through these patterns. Traditionally practiced in wild or challenging environments\, Chöd uses chant\, rhythm\, and visualization to meet fear with wisdom and compassion. At its heart\, the practice reveals that what we fear externally reflects inner attachments and emotional habits. In cutting through our negativities we transform our inner and outer worlds\, heal ourselves\, and open up toward our full creative potential and presence. \nIn this teaching\, you’ll explore how to transform fear\, dissolve emotional conflict\, and reconnect you with your natural state—open\, aware\, creative\, and fearless. Our Chöd retreat will consist of 2 separate weekends in 2026: April 25 + 26 and October 24 + 25 \nLocation:The Berkeley Alembic2820 Seventh St\, Berkeley\, CA 94710In person : $185/ low income $125Zoom: Sliding scale $85-$130 \nFor any questions contact: Susan Killian susansnyderk@gmail.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In-person Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Online Registration URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/chod-part-1-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:20260422 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423 DTSTAMP:20260403T233413 CREATED:20260129T213833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T213904Z UID:10000075-1776816000-1776902399@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:Evening Talk DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon… URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/evening-talk/ LOCATION:SF Dharma Collective\, San Francisco\, CA\, 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:20260415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420 DTSTAMP:20260403T233413 CREATED:20260129T213401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T222827Z UID:10000076-1776211200-1776643199@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:TRAINING—Five Elements Certification Program DESCRIPTION:Five Elements Certification Program\nA Three-Year Tibetan Bön Buddhist Training with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \nThe Five Elements Certification Program is a three-year immersive training rooted in the authentic Tibetan Bön Buddhist tradition\, guided by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Through direct experience of Earth\, Water\, Fire\, Air\, and Space\, participants explore how elemental balance supports physical health\, emotional well-being\, mental clarity\, and spiritual connection. \nDrawing on ancient contemplative methods and nature-based practices\, this program offers a structured path for reconnecting with the natural world and with one’s own inner refuge. Teachings include meditation\, mantra\, mudra\, breath practices\, elemental offerings\, and practices for restoring balance within the body and environment. \nThe training unfolds over three progressive years\, combining in-person retreats at Serenity Ridge Retreat Center with online teachings\, guided practice sessions\, journaling\, and personal integration. Together\, these elements support a deep\, embodied understanding of the Five Elements and their application in daily life and service. \nThis program is designed for those seeking long-term spiritual training within a living lineage and for anyone wishing to engage the healing wisdom of the elements in a grounded\, experiential way. \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/retreat-five-elements-certification-program/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/unnamed.png GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413 DTSTAMP:20260403T233413 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;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260405 DTSTAMP:20260403T233414 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:20260309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314 DTSTAMP:20260403T233414 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:20260227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307 DTSTAMP:20260403T233414 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/ 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:20260225 DTSTAMP:20260403T233414 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;VALUE=DATE:20260212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216 DTSTAMP:20260403T233414 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:20260403T233414 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:20260403T233414 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