Tibetan Nyingma Institute Ancient Wisdom for the Modern World

In addition to weekend workshops and classes, the Institute regularly offers a rich Sunday program that you may drop in on.  To receive the Nyingma Institute Weekly Newsletter for events and happenings at the Institute, email us at Nyingma-Institute@Nyingma.org.

"Making the Most of Formal Thought" Workshop
Saturday, May 19, 10 AM - 4:45 PM
Instructor: Barr Rosenberg.
Cost: $80, includes a vegetarian buffet luncheon.

“Formal thought” includes both subliminal and conscious conceptual thought. Both these kinds of thought can become tangled and even dysfunctional. In this workshop, we explore how to reorient formal thought to improve mental performance and make our mind a friendlier place. Prerequisite: A wish to increase the effectiveness of thought.

Morning Meditation
Sunday, May 20, 9-9:45 AM
Instructor: Dave Abercrombie
Cost: $5

An opportunity to deepen your meditation practice and to introduce your friends or family to the benefits of Nyingma meditation. Each session includes brief meditation instruction followed by silent sitting. You are welcome to attend any Sunday session. No pre-registration or prior experience necessary. 

Kum Nye Relaxation
Sunday, May 20, 10 AM to Noon
Instructor: Dave Abercrombie
Cost: $15

Discover the gentle movement exercises of Kum Nye: effective techniques for relaxation, healing, relieving tension, and revitalizing body and mind. Both experienced and beginning students are welcome to attend this drop-in class.

Tibetan Chanting
Sunday, May 20, 5-6 PM
Free.

The practice of mantra enables us to restore a natural balance and harmony in our lives. When we chant a mantra, we are free to transcend habitual reflexes.The sound of mantra can still the mind and senses, relax the body, and connect us with natural healing energy. — Tarthang Tulku in Hidden Mind of Freedom. We invite the public to join us for an hour of Tibetan chanting and meditation. We will be chanting the Vajra Guru Mantra.

Dharma Talk
Sunday, May 20, 6-7 PM
Free. 

May 20, 2012
Barr Rosenberg on "Working Well Together."

This talk presents some innovative ideas about cooperating with others: how to communicate more effectively and joyfully; how to develop mutual understanding and healthy connections; and how to align ourselves with others to achieve common purposes. Barr Rosenberg is the co-dean of the Nyingma Institute.

Summer Quarter starts Monday, June 4! Schedules of Summer Courses and Summer Retreats are now available!  Don't miss these rich programs!