Date(s) - July 19, 2016 - July 24, 2016
All Day
Exploring the Nature of Mind:
Heart Advice on the Path of Awakening
Teachings by Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche
Hosted by Tergar Puebla, México
To view this Event in Spanish, click here.
True freedom of mind is something we can discover for ourselves through the practice of meditation. In Tibetan Buddhism, the most direct and powerful way to experience this inner freedom is by exploring the nature of awareness, a journey that puts us in touch with a source of equanimity, wisdom, and compassion that we can access anytime and anywhere.
This practice retreat presents a rare opportunity to receive in-depth teachings on the nature of mind from Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche. The nature of mind teachings are drawn from the paths of Mahamudra and Dzogchen, the most profound meditative teachings of the Kagyü and Nyingma Schools of Tibetan Buddhism. In addition to teachings on the nature of mind, Mingyur Rinpoche will also offer practical instructions on exploring dreams and deep sleep through the practice of meditation to prepare the mind for death, basing his instructions on his own near-death experience while on retreat.
The teachings given at this retreat provide the transmissions needed to begin formal Buddhist practice in the Tergar Community, including “pointing out” teachings on the nature of mind, refuge vows (the vows to formally enter the Buddhist path), and the transmissions to begin practicing the Tibetan Buddhist foundational practices (ngöndro). This retreat is open to those who are interested in practicing Buddhism and who already have a strong background in meditation practice (see prerequisites below).
Mingyur Rinpoche is a rising star among the new generation of Tibetan Buddhist masters. With a rare ability to present the ancient wisdom of Tibet in a fresh, engaging manner, Rinpoche’s profound teachings and playful sense of humor have endeared him to students around the world. His first book, The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness, debuted on The New York Times bestseller list and has been translated into over twenty languages. Read more…
RETREAT DETAILS
Accommodations and Fee Structure:
In order to attend the retreat, you will need to arrive no later than the opening day. It will not be possible to start your retreat later in the program.
We offer three different fee levels:
- Commuter Basic Fee, which includes the teaching and coffee breaks, but it does not include accommodation and meals; we do however, offer the possibility to add meal options*.
- Double Room Basic Fee, which includes the teaching, accommodation, and meals in the Hotel Villas Arqueológicas.
- Double Room Sponsor Fee for those who can afford to support activities of Tergar en Español at a greater level. This fee includes the teaching, accommodation, and meals in the Hotel Villas Arqueológicas.
*The meal options are described below in the fee section.
We are limiting registration to double rooms only at this time. We will collect names for a single room waiting list in the event that single rooms become available. All rooms have an attached bathroom.
If your ability to pay makes it difficult to attend, please contact us by email at [email protected].
Fees in MXN (Mexican Pesos):
Please note: Only the Commuter option is still available. The housing options are filled.
Commuter Basic Fee: $4200 MXN*
(Includes teaching, 2 coffee breaks per day, and retreat materials.)
*You can add any of these meal options:
- Lunch option: $750 MXN (Includes 1 vegetarian lunch per day.)
- Full meal plan option: $2000 MXN (Includes 1 vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner per day.)
UNAVAILABLE (at capacity) – Double Room Basic Fee: $7600 MXN
Includes teaching, accommodation in a double room, 2 coffee breaks per day, 3 vegetarian meals per day, and retreat materials.
UNAVAILABLE (at capacity) – Double Room Sponsor Fee: $9000 MXN
Includes teaching, accommodation in a double room, 2 coffee breaks per day, 3 vegetarian meals per day, retreat materials and monetary support for the activities of Tergar en Español.
Prerequisites:
This retreat is open to all individuals who meet at least one of the following criteria:
1) Have attended all three Joy of Living Levels, Calming the Mind (Level I), Opening the Heart (Level II), and Awakening Wisdom (Level III), and completed the associated practice requirements
2) Have attended the Path of Liberation Level I or Mahamudra Level I with Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche and completed its practice requirements or will complete them prior to the retreat
3) Have completed the full preliminary practices (the 4 x 100,000 ngöndro)
4) Have received pointing out teachings from a qualified Buddhist lineage holder (a tulku or rinpoche)
5) Have had a daily meditation practice for at least five years and attended either group or solitary practice retreats (with 6+ hours of formal meditation practice each day) under the guidance of a Buddhist teacher for a total of at least thirty days
For more information about the Path of Liberation program, please visit the Path of Liberation FAQ page.
If you have any questions regarding whether you qualify to attend this retreat, or any other concerns, please contact us at [email protected].
Some of the registration page is in Spanish. If you need help with a translation, please contact [email protected].
Deposit:
In order for your registration to be accepted, you must forward a nonrefundable deposit of $2500 MXN. The balance of your retreat fee will be due June 14, 2016. Tergar will be emailing invoices near the due date. If you prefer, you may include the full payment when you register.
Cancellation Policy:
The full $2500 MXN deposit is nonrefundable.
Teacher Support:
In an effort to keep the cost of this retreat as low as possible, we set the retreat rate such that it just covers the cost of room and board at the retreat and additional operating overhead. This includes a modest honorarium to Mingyur Rinpoche and attendant lamas. You will also have the opportunity to make a personal offering to support Tergar activities.
Arrival and Departure:
Check-in will be from 4pm to 6pm on the opening day of the retreat, Tuesday, July 19, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat will end by 4pm on Sunday, July 24.
Precepts and Silence:
While attending this retreat all participants are expected to abide by the ethical precepts for lay practitioners. This includes abstinence from sexual activity and intoxicants. We will maintain periods of silence throughout this retreat, the length of which will vary so that there will be less silence in the beginning and end of the retreat, and a period of complete silence in the middle.
Internet:
While it is possible to access internet on site, we ask that — in keeping with the spirit of an intensive meditation retreat — you minimize internet activity, limiting it altogether if possible.
Food:
Three vegetarian meals will be served* each day. While the kitchen is not able to cater to special dietary needs, please contact us for any special diet.
*For those who selected either 1) the Commuter Basic Fee (for those who added meal options), 2) the Double Room Basic Fee, or 3) the Double Room Sponsor Fee.
For organizational purposes, it will not be possible to add any food options after July 1.
Location:
Hotel Villas Arqueológicas is situated in Cholula, Puebla.
The closest major airport is Puebla International airport (PBC) situated 40 minutes away from Cholula.
Contact:
[email protected]
Location
Hotel Villas Arqueológicas Cholula, Cholula Puebla, Mexico