Maitripa College

The special “empowerments“ given by Rinpoche when I studied there were not appropriate for the general public. This includes the accompanied visualizations. Much to advanced and way to energetic. Especially given by a very large Tulku ( Be careful with your energy in this place many people talked about suddenly becoming sick or having terrible health problems after/ or during coming to this school. ) People are from all different places in life and the meditations should be safe and well prepared for the audience. The content of this Buddhist lineage is self harming and harsh . And the old old Ancient monastic teachings need to be updated and revised and creatively taught rather followed word for word. This is what makes a special and exceptional teacher and the Dharma fresh and relative . one must think outside the box to help modern young people to make real change in our world.

This is an incredibly unique institution devoted to the study and practice of Tibetan Buddhism. There aren't really many other places in the world, let alone the US, that combine the modern scholastic study of Buddhism with emic training in real life application and practice.nnParticipating in this program as a student, sponsor or volunteer will invariably change your life. Definitely worth checking out.

Wonderful place to study and practice the dharma!

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