This experiential workshop led by Lama Nancy Burks will focus on understanding our own unhealthy patterns of self-criticism and learning practical techniques for lessening their negative impact.

On August 3 & 17, and September 7 & 21, 1:00-2:00pm, Khenpo Chophel will explain the Four Seals. These pithy concepts cover the major points of Buddhist Philosophy. There will be ample time for questions and discussion. Free, no registration required.

Fall Meditation Retreat on Oct 18th and 19th at Triple Crane Retreat Center in Chelsea MI.

Date: August 18th (Rain date August 25th) , Time: 1:00-2:30pm , Location: Nichols Arboretum. Learn how to use your senses to deepen your meditation practice. Khenpo Chophel will lead this walk and provide instructions.

Weekly offerings on Fridays at 11:00am will be announced in our weekly newsletter, as will special sadhana practices on other days.

Every Saturday from 10:30-11:30am Khenpo Chophel will present new meditation techniques and lead meditation practice for all levels from beginner to advanced.

Join us June 29th for an workshop at noon with instructions for meditating on Amitabha, the Buddha of Boundless Light. This practice is one of the most important tantric practices done at our center and around the world, and Mahayana Buddhists revere Amitabha for his vow to save all beings.

Tuesday evenings 7:00-8:15pm, June 11, 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23, course leader Khenpo Chophel will teach the first 3 stages of Shamatha meditation. Suitable for beginning as well as experienced meditators. Practitioners of other meditation styles can benefit from this course by understanding the nuances of the stages to deepen their practice.

Saturdays from 12:00-1:00pm, on May 25, June 8 & 22, and July 27. course leader Lama Nancy Burks will use The Power of Habit by James Duhigg to compare and contrast with Buddhist approaches to habit change.