This two-part series will offer reflections and practices for deepening capacity at this time of increased intensity. ​Part 2 will offer practice approaches from the presenter’s systems of practice.

This symposium brings together wise and experienced practitioners and contributors to our special journal issue—many of whom are themselves grounded in movements for justice and equity—to make these lineages of practice more visible and accessible.

Join us for an evening of the ROSEWOOD SESSIONS, an intimate dialogue and dinner series to help us recover the art of meaningful connection.

Join us for an evening talk and practice session with Lama Ying-rig Dorje (Finland), a root teacher in Vajrayana Buddhism of Sheryl Petty, Ngakma Shé-tsal Wangmo. Lama Ying-rig Dorje received the Ling Gésar robes and implements from Kyabjé Künzang Dorje Rinpoche, a holder of the “treasures of Ling Gésar.”

This two-part series will offer reflections and practices for deepening capacity at this time of increased intensity. Part 1 will support participants to reflect on the physiological, psychological, emotional and relational toll of the moment, as well as your current approaches to meeting the moment with skill, clarity and rigorous compassion, with our eyes on the long view.

Teacher Gatherings:

For teachers of African-based and/or Buddhist lineages (practicing or seeking to practice at this intersection)