"Working with Perceptions" Retreat
with Lama Lena (Yeshe Kaytup)
This is a practice retreat for intermediate-advanced practitioners of Dzogchen.
As this is a retreat, it is recommended that you stay in retreat mode as much as possible throughout the teachings. In general, retreat mode means practical silence (no social chit chat) and a commitment to do a minimum of 3-4 practice sessions a day.
PRE-REQUISITES:
- Must have been practicing Dzogchen for a minimum of 2 years
- Can see through thoughts much of the time
- Must have practiced and be practicing the Chenrezig visualization with signs
- Must have participated in the Working with Emotions retreat and be practicing Working with Emotions
- Must not have suffered a trauma in the last year
THIS PRACTICE CAN BE INTENSE, SO FOR SAFETY, ALL PRE-REQUISITES MUST BE MET!
If you are not sure about whether you meet the prerequisites, or have a compelling reason to attend without meeting them, please contact Jan at janowenchico@gmail.com.
Registration is limited, so please wait for a message from Jan Owen to let you know if you’re registered.
Lama Lena is a teacher of Direct Mind Perception and a lineage holder of several Tibetan Buddhist traditions. Her informal style is precise, direct and she is revered by students around the world for her exceptional ability to share profound teaching in a clear poetic and humorous way.
Beginning in 1972, Lama Lena spent three years studying with Lama Thubten Yeshe in Nepal. She then spent seven years in a small cave practice retreat above Tso Pema under the tutelage of her root teacher,Venerable Wangdor Rimpoche. She travelled extensively with him for many years as his translator and assistant.
At the request of H.E. Zigar Choktrul Rimpoche and Ven. Wangdor Rimpoche, as well as many Tibetan and Western Dharma students, she continues to travel and teach from the lineages she holds.
Important Details
When: October 5-13, 2024. Please plan to arrive between 3-5pm on the first day. The retreat will begin with a property orientation at 5:30pm followed by a light supper and the first evening class and will finish after lunch on the final day.
Rates: Member: $1,000 Non-member: $1,104 (Rates are in Canadian Dollars)
(To find out how to become a member please visit our membership page)
Rates include: Single accommodation and all meals. They do not include instructor fees. Lama Lena is sharing her experience within the traditional Buddhist understanding of Dana. To understand more about Dana, please read the following:
What is Dana? Teachers give the teachings of awakening (Dharma) freely so that anyone, no matter their financial means can attend classes. Each time one receives teachings, it is an opportunity to consciously practice generosity. Giving money and other means of support expresses gratitude and support to the teacher and helps to ensure that these teachings continue. Each person receiving Dharma teachings determines the kind and amount of Dāna according to one’s heart and one’s financial means. When deciding how much to offer, one should think about what these teachings mean to you and try to give accordingly. It is recommended that students make an offering of dāna at the beginning of a class or retreat to establish the intention to make the most of this opportunity for one’s own progression and for the benefit of all others.
Deposit: A 50% deposit is required to hold your space upon registration.
Cancellation policy:
All cancellation are subject to a fee of $100. These funds will support other low income practitioner (Practitioner Support Fund).
Loss of 50% of deposit if cancel within 14 days ( = 25% of the retreat cost) – Funds to go into the Renewal Project (Buildings Renewal Fund)
(Please note: Once register through Lama Lena’s website using the link above, those who are confirmed to attend will be contacted by email to fill out the DCC registration form)