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Buddhist Practice*
- I am a practicing Shambhala Buddhist
- I am a practicing Buddhist as member of another Buddhist tradition
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When did you begin your practice as a Shambhalian?
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Spiritual Practice
Please give a history of your spiritual practice and dharma training. Include information on any meditation disciplines you have been involved in. If you have taken the refuge vow, please give date of ceremony and preceptor. Give information on your main practice, frequency of practice and average length of sessions. Have you ever participated in intensive practice sessions? If you have taken courses at a Shambhala Centre or other Buddhist centre, indicate the extent of your studies.
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Position at Dechen Chöling
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Do you have restrictions to physical work?
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Motivation
Motivation*
Tell us more about your motivation for coming to Dechen Chöling. Have you ever lived in a community before? If so, where and for how long? What interests you about living in a spiritual community?

Opening the Eye, Unfolding the Heart – Winter Retreat

27 December 2025 – 3 January 2026

With: Jessica Sarapoff

During this retreat, we invite you on a joyful and profound path of exploration where contemplative photography, creativity, mindfulness, and the beauty of the world come together in a single dance.
Protector Practice Weekthün

12 February 2026 – 20 February 2026

With: Lennart Krogoll, Shunya Ladendorff, Clemens Wilson-Reissmann

A programme about meditation and compassion in action - open to all!
Birth of the warrior – Shambhala Training Level 2 – Open to All

21 February 2026 – 22 February 2026

With: Sylvie Deraime

Having experienced a taste of basic goodness in Level 1, we want to go forward. Meditation practice allows us to observe how we create a cocoon of habit. Taught in French (translation upon request).

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