Protector Practice Weekthün

Experiencing how we can join body, speech and mind, mindfulness and awareness-in action, we can gain further confidence in our natural ability to extend ourselves to others and the world around us, with all its uncertainties, challenges, beauty and brilliance.

In this program we will deeply and experientially explore the view, practice and action of the root teachings on protectorship, the earthy, practical wisdom of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche’s original Dorje Kasung practice instructions. This will be an opportunity to engage with the teachings on protectors, mahakalas, dralas and protector practice in our daily lives – “Meditation and compassion in action”.

Our central focus will be on exploring how we can manifest and apply these instructions in our relations, interactions, daily life activities and our responsibilities in work and in caring for our communities – learning by doing. We will also look at how we can extend these practices and our quality of presence into practical skillful means of de-escalating conflict and dealing with difficult people and situations.

This gathering is intended for all committed practitioners of the Shambhala and Buddha Dharma path, for protector practice warriors, Sun Camp veterans, as well as Dorje Kasung of all seasons – in short, for anyone with the heart desire to help this world.

Practical information

Arrival day:  Thursday 12 February: You’re invited to come from 4 pm in order to register and settle in your room. Dinner is served at 6:30 pm. Intro talk at 8 pm. 

End of programme: Thursday 19 February: Closing circle and banquet in the evening.

Departure day: Friday 20 February: You may leave anytime (no programme). You’re welcome to stay for lunch.

This programme is taught in English. Requests for translation must be confirmed at least two months ahead (please indicate your request for translation on the registration page).