Weekend Retreat: The Heart of Compassion

Lojong mind training & 1000-Armed Chenrezig practice”Compassion is not just a feeling. It is a state of mind, an attitude that is developed through training, and the more we develop it, the more we can help others.” – Lama Zopa Rinpoche

Lojong or “mind training” is an essential part of Buddhist training that teaches us how to transform problems into opportunities for deep spiritual growth. It helps us:

Cultivate mental resilience
Develop compassion
Shift focus from external blame to self-reflection and accountability
Reduce anxiety, increase inner peace, and develop healthier behavior overall.
“When we train our mind, we stop blaming others for our difficulties. Instead, we recognize that our own afflictions are the real enemy, and we cultivate love and compassion even in challenging situations.” – Ven. Thubten Chödron

This weekend will be a thorough exploration of the profound Lojong (mind training) text ‘The Eight Verses of Mind Transformation’ written by the Tibetan Buddhist master Geshe Langri Tangpa along with a practice of the 1000-Armed Chenrezig, the Buddha of Infinite Compassion. Both visualization as well as the mantra are included. His Holiness the Dalai Lama is said to be an emanation of this form of Chenrezig and it’s a particularly powerful practice to do in these challenging times. In a world where polarization, individualism and fear for others become bigger, it teaches us to see others as fellow human beings rather than enemies, fostering peace through personal transformation.

Ven. Amy Miller will help us expand our view beyond our own boundaries of self-reflection and will also help us develop a greater sense of compassion for ourselves and others.

This weekend is also a great supplement to the Lojong teachings she will be leading on Tuesdays in April and May.

This full weekend includes lodging at our retreat center and wonderful vegetarian meals.

Your teacher
Venerable Amy Miller is a beloved spiritual teacher, practitioner and Buddhist nun in the Tibetan tradition. She has dedicated her life to sharing the profound teachings of Buddhism with the world. With her gentle presence, insightful wisdom and compassionate heart, she has touched the lives of many around the world, inspiring them to find inner peace and help transform their minds.

More information about Ven. Amy Miller, click here.

Practical information
Weekend: Friday June 6 20.00 hrs through Sunday June 8 16.00 hrs
Location: both at our retreat center in Loenen and via Zoom.
Language: English
Study materials & recordings: The classes will be recorded (audio and video) and provided to you as well as the study materials
Registration: You can register for the whole weekend only
Last-minute registration: Please also send an email to amsterdam@maitreya.nl, to ensure we can send you the necessary Zoomlink in time to join the class.