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Susan Piver

Susan Piver

Susan Piver is a Buddhist teacher and the New York Times bestselling author of six books, including The Hard Questions (Tarcher) and the award-winning How Not to Be Afraid of Your Own Life (St. Martin’s Press). Her latest book is entitled The Wisdom of a Broken Heart (Free Press).

Susan Piver has been a student of Buddhism since 1995, attended a Buddhist seminary in 2004 and was authorized to teach meditation in the Shambhala Buddhist lineage in 2005. She teaches workshops and speaks all over the world on meditation, spirituality, communication styles, relationships and creativity. You’ll find more information on her website: Susan Piver

 
 

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  • 15 May 2026

    Message from Sun Camp Europe

     
  • 3 February 2026

    Dechen Chöling has a new gardener!

     
  • 20 October 2025

    An Interview with David Hope

     
  • 7 July 2025

    Interview with Yeshe Fuchs

     
  • 15 May 2025

    Shambhala Sun Camp : A Week of Discovery, Joy and Authentic Presence

     
 

Upcoming programmes

  • Deeper Resources for Action: An Ecodharma Gathering – online

    19 September 2026 – 20 September 2026

    With: Adam Lobel, Gee Guhyapati

    Unfortunately, we have had to cancel the Ecodharma Gathering at Dechen Chöling. The online gathering will still go ahead as planned.

     
  • Kado-Ikebana Instructor Training 2026

    27 September 2026 – 4 October 2026

    With: Marcia Shibata

    This teacher’s training continues to cultivate a mind/heart that is always open. The programme is by invitation only.

     
  • Shine and Store – summer take down week in Dechen Chöling

    3 October 2026 – 10 October 2026

    Come and join us for a week of practice and volunteer work at Dechen Chöling to help prepare our beautiful center for the winter season ahead.

     

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