Spring has officially arrived and with it a sense of renewal, a spark of hope. Trees are leafing and blossoming. So many wildflowers dot the hillsides. Bees are buzzing and early morning birds chatter like townsfolk exclaiming the beauty of this valley. Living a quiet... The post Spring 2021 appeared first on Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center.| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center
Elaine Jackson, our resident teacher, has been in self quarantine with her partner Keith since the beginning of March. She is using this time for retreat and doing prayers for the center and all of us. She shares this with you during this time. Walking... The post An Update from Elaine appeared first on Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center.| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center
Hello dearest community, In these uncertain times, our team, like so many communities worldwide, has had an opportunity to reflect on the interdependence of all beings. Recent events are inviting us to practice great mindfulness and caring, knowing that the ripples of our actions extend... The post Our COVID-19 Update appeared first on Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center.| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center
By Catherine Graham A glimpse of the beaming face of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, especially in these queasy times, is hugely uplifting. It’s like the sight of ray of sunshine after weeks of grim rain. Consistently over the decades, media pictures show him laughing... The post Want to Know the Dalai Lama’s Secret? appeared first on Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center.| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center
by Heidi Oehler, Vajrapani Institute’s Executive Director It’s time to take a deep exhale. Time to breathe and be. How often do you get caught up in the doing? The going? The ‘making’ things happen? Sensing into this energy, can you feel the quality... The post Nurturing the Land: Letting Its Magic Shine appeared first on Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center.| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center
Here at Vajrapani Institute, we are blessed with a very rare gift to help hold a sacred container for all people on their spiritual paths. Along with an amazing calendar of group retreats all year long, we also offer a special opportunity to go on... The post Innate Creative Vigor appeared first on Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center.| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center
In 2018 we finally broke ground on the construction of the Great Compassion Wheel which now resides at the heart of Vajrapani Land. Permits were acquired (which in itself is no small feat), the foundation was poured and steel framing was set in place. Through... The post 2018 Prayer Wheel Update appeared first on Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center.| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center
In 2018, Vajrapani Institute underwent several important infrastructural shifts that have all contributed to the growth and thriving nature of our land. Our new power system has been up and running since November 2018. Through the winter clouds, the new generator ran approximately 80 hours... The post 2018 Infrastructure Highlights appeared first on Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center.| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center
Here are some major highlights from this past year: In 2018, Vajrapani Institute hosted a total of 31 group retreats.18 of these retreats were hosted by us with teachers within the FPMT.13 retreats were from groups of different spiritual traditions who rented our facilities and... The post Major Highlights of 2018 appeared first on Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center.| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center
In 2016, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Buddhist teacher, author, psychotherapist, and artist, Rob Preece. Since 2012, Rob Preece has led a number of meditation retreats at Vajrapani Institute. Rob will be leading two retreats at Vajrapani Institute in 2019, the first...| Vajrapani Institute Retreat Center