Most of our human problems, our stress and anxiety, come from our denying the reality of our fragile and impermanent nature. Instead of acknowledging the truth of our temporary existence, we cling to false notions of potential immortality and this only serve to makes us anxious. Consequently, in our state of nervousness, we hardly ever experience the deep happiness that we long for; what we need, therefore, is a total mental reset through practising the countless radical life hacks coming from Buddha’s heart.

On this special retreat, we will learn how to align ourselves with our actual situation in life and break through to a rich and rewarding future filled with great meaning. Gen Kelsang Chökyong will guide us in meditations drawn from Buddha’s Lamrim teachings which enable us to discover our potential for infinite personal development.

Everybody is welcome. No previous experience required. Suitable for everyone.

During the session breaks throughout the retreat, there is time to relax, rest the mind, and enjoy the peaceful grounds, with opportunities for gentle walks in the surrounding landscape.

You are also warmly welcome to spend time in the World Peace Café, or to browse the Tharpa Bookstore and gift shop during your breaks.

In addition, if you wish, you may contribute by helping with a small task during the breaks, supporting the harmonious and smooth running of the retreat.

Gen Kelsang Chökyong has been the resident teacher at Odiyana Kadampa Meditation Centre since 2001. He is a highly respected teacher within the New Kadampa Tradition.

With many years of dedicated study and practice, Gen Kelsang Chokyong has earned recognition for his deep humility and humour and his ability to convey these teachings with clarity and compassion, making them practically applicable to modern lives. Over the years he has touched the hearts of thousands of people, inspiring them to integrate Buddha’s teachings into their modern daily lives. His teachings are characterized by their clarity, depth, and relevance to contemporary life.