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SUMMARY:Tai Chi Workshop with Dechen Shak-Dagsay
DESCRIPTION:In this practice\, a lot of importance is attached to a conscious calm breathing; these slowly executed exercises create an immediate rest for body and mind. \nPracticing these popular 18 episodes of Tai Chi / Qi Gong is also suitable for people who want to have a balance to the hectic everyday life at the workplace. \nDechen Shak-Dagsay discovered Chinese movement theory and the healing art of Tai Chi and Qi Gong 20 years ago. She was fascinated and decided to train as a teacher with Foen Tjoeng Lie\, the famous German living chinese master. Dechen is the eldest daughter of Dagsay Rinpoche\, a Tibetan lama\, from whom she has also received the transmissions of the healing mantras that she now sings for a worldwide audience. \nNormal price: 210 CHF / 180 Eur \nReduced price: 190 CHF / 165 Eur \nProgramme starts on Friday at 6 pm and ends on Saturday at 5 pm \nEvent organized by Landguet Ried\, home of the Ripa International Center \nMore info & registration: info@landguet.ch
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/tai-chi-workshop-with-dechen-shak-dagsay/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180219
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20180123T220156Z
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SUMMARY:Losar Festivities
DESCRIPTION:The New Year is always an important date in all cultures. For Tibetans\, in addition to the family and festive aspects\, Losar is a unique opportunity to promote an auspicious interdependence for the new cycle to come. \nIncludes a Lhasang fire puja to celebrate the start of the Tibetan New Year\, \nLhasang fire puja at 10 am\, followed by lunch \nFree entrance \nMore info: info@ripa-international.com
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/losar-festivities-2/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180129
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170724T190037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170724T190037Z
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SUMMARY:The Way of Shamatha: Soothing the Body\, Settling the Mind\, and Illuminating Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Six Day Residential Retreat with Dr. B. Alan Wallace \nDuring this retreat\, we will explore in theory and practice a range of methods for developing meditative quiescence\, or shamatha. We will begin with the practice of mindfulness of the breathing as taught by the Buddha\, which is an especially effective approach to soothing the body and calming the discursive mind. We will then explore an approach to shamatha that is particularly pertinent for Dzogchen practice\, called “settling the mind in its natural state\,” as taught by the nineteenth-century Dzogchen master Lerab Lingpa in his commentary to the Heart Essence of Vimalamitra. Finally\, we will engage in the practice of “shamatha without signs” as taught by Padmasambhava in his classic terma Natural Liberation. Although this subtle practice is taught explicitly as a means of achieving shamatha\, Padmasambhava comments that it may even result in a realization of rigpa\, or pristine awareness. The achievement of shamatha is widely regarded in the Buddhist tradition as an indispensable foundation for the cultivation of contemplative insight (vipashyana)\, and this retreat is designed to provide students with a sufficient theoretical understanding and a basis in experience to enable them to proceed effectively toward this extraordinary state of mental and physical balance. \nDynamic lecturer\, progressive scholar\, and one of the most prolific writers and translators of Tibetan Buddhism in the West\, B. Alan Wallace\, Ph.D.\, continually seeks innovative ways to integrate Buddhist contemplative practices with Western science to advance the study of the mind. \nDr. Wallace\, a scholar and practitioner of Buddhism since 1970\, has taught Buddhist theory and meditation worldwide since 1976. Having devoted fourteen years to training as a Tibetan Buddhist monk\, ordained by H. H. the Dalai Lama\, he went on to earn an undergraduate degree in physics and the philosophy of science at Amherst College and a doctorate in religious studies at Stanford. \nWith his unique background\, Alan brings deep experience and applied skills to the challenge of integrating traditional Indo-Tibetan Buddhism with the modern world.
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/the-way-of-shamatha-soothing-the-body-settling-the-mind-and-illuminating-awareness/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Retreat,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180102
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170321T180243Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Retreat 2017
DESCRIPTION:« Contemplation on the four thoughts that turn the mind from Samsara » With Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurmey Rinpoche \nPreliminary practices are the first step to the commencement of Dharma practice. The Tibetan term Ngöndro literally means “something that is placed before\, that precedes”. Two kinds of preliminary practices can be found: the first is called common or ordinary and the second special or extraordinary.\nOrdinary preliminaries consist of a series of deep reflections on “the four thoughts that help turn the mind.” They divert it from imprisonment in samsara and turn it toward the practice of Dharma.\nThis winter retreat in complete silence\, will be the opportunity to plunge into the very foundations of Buddhist practice with the guidance of a highly qualified Master.\nNormal price: 305 CHF / 280 € Reduced price**: 215 CHF / 195 € \nWith Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurmey Rinpoche\, highly accomplished master of rituals in the Vajrayana Buddhism tradition\, he was recognized as the reincarnation of Jigme Tempay Gyeltsen\, the third Tamdrin Lhunpo Chogtrul.
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/winter-retreat-in-full-silence/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Meditation,Retreat,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171204
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170724T185905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170724T185905Z
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SUMMARY:A Dialogue with Dr. Richard Davidson
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Richard Davidson\, researcher and author of numerous books\, will visit our center for a multidisciplinary meeting to explore the intersections between meditation\, health and well-being and the various ways in which this millennial practice can contribute to the creation of a more conscious and compassionate society; a special emphasis will be placed on the research carried out around meditation in the fields of education\, health and business. \nDr. Richard Davidson is Founder of the Center for Investigating Healthy Minds\, Massachussetts
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/a-dialogue-with-dr-richard-davidson/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Talk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171109
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170724T185748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170724T212745Z
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SUMMARY:Awakening Presence in Relationships
DESCRIPTION:With Florence Meleo-Meyer\nRipa International Center/Landguet Ried – Bern – Switzerland \nInsight Dialogue meditation I Teachings I Noble Silence \nAbout the retreat\nAs humans we are exquisitely sensitive\, every moment awash in a sea of contact. Touching and being touched\, feeling\, perceiving\, and thinking\, we create our world. Can we cultivate awareness in these dynamic moments of contact? Is it possible that human relationships are one of the best fields for cultivating mindfulness? From birth\, we have been designed for attunement with others. The absence of attunement is a significant source of stress. With the support of each other’s awareness and kind intention to pay attention the very act of communicating becomes an opportunity for awakening our inherent capacities for love\, joy\, and wisdom. \nBased on the meditation practice of Insight Dialogue\, the awareness\, mental stability\, and calmness associated with silent meditation are developed in practice with others. Seeing and being seen\, hearing and being heard\, the heart and mind open\, and greater mental flexibility develops. \nPracticing with the six Insight Dialogue guidelines\, one learns to pause out of the habit mind\, notice tensions and relax\, kindly accept present moment experience\, open and trust emergence\, and\, listen deeply and speak the truth of our subjective experience. The three bases of Insight Dialogue\, meditation\, dharma and relationship form the foundation and path of transformation in the good company of other meditators. \nThis retreat combines silent practice with carefully guided Insight Dialogue meditation\, Dharma talks\, and time in nature\, all within the container of noble silence. \nAbout the teacher\nFlorence Meleo-Meyer\, MS\, MA\, is director of Train the Trainer Program in Oasis Institute\, Mindfulness- Based Professional Education and Training at the Center for Mindfulness\, in Medicine\, Healthcare and Society\, (CFM) at the University of Massachusetts Medical School\, in Worcester\, Massachusetts. \nDuring the retreat\, Florence Meleo Meyer will be assisted by Silvia Wiesmann\, co-director of the European Center for Consciousness (EZFA) in Freiburg\, Germany ; and Geneviève Hamelet\, founding member and president of the Association for the Development of Mindfulness in French-speaking countries.
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/awakening-presence-in-relationship/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171016
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170724T185526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170724T185526Z
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SUMMARY:Yogom® with François Bertolero
DESCRIPTION:The targeted body and breathing exercises of YOGOM are a natural transition for the practice of sitting Shamatha meditation\, connecting body and mind directly. \n  \n\n\nAbout the Teacher\n\n\nFrançois Bertolero\nFrançois Bertolero is a yoga teacher (F.F.Y. graduate)\, trained under the guidance of Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche and Yogi Bhajan. He completed further training in the Vinyasa ‘dynamic yoga’ method under Gérard Arnaud\, which he taught for sixteen years. He has … More →
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/yogom-with-francois-bertolero/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Ritual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171002
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170724T185348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170724T185348Z
UID:4370-1506729600-1506902399@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:The Yoga of Sound
DESCRIPTION:Primordial sounds\, mantras\, sacred harmonies and songs of Tibetan monks\, therapeutic sounds of shamans … practiced since the dawn of time\, for their virtues or for their power\, these sacred sounds have the ability to spark spiritual awakening. \nWith Mahaut Aeschlimann
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/the-yoga-of-sound/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170807
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170321T180018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T152121Z
UID:4151-1500681600-1502063999@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Summer Retreat - Feminity in Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:With His Eminence Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche and Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurmey Rinpoche \n2017 is the year of the universal feminine energy\, represented in Tibetan Buddhism by the Guru of the Dakini. The Ripa International Center\, which is particularly inspired by the Dakini Yéshé Tsogyal\, will mark this exceptional year with a series of events dedicated to the study and celebration of the Dakini\, or feminine principal and the role it plays in spiritual awakening. \nJuly 22-23:\nPublic talk with Michaela Haas\, author of the book “The Dakini Power” and workshop on how to harmonize masculine and feminine energies. Also featuring Lene Handberg and Semrig Thablam Rabjam\, Psychotherapist U.D. (Unity in Duality) and Director of Education at the Tarab International Institute. \nJuly 24 – 28:\nHeart advice of Guru Rinpoche to Yeshe Tsogyal with His Eminence Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche and Heart advice of Yeshe Tsogyal to his disciples with Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurmey Rinpoche. \n29 July – 6 August:\nDrupchö de Taksham Yéshé Tsogyal with His Eminence Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche and Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurmey Rinpoche\, preceded by the elaborated initiation of Taksham Yéshé Tsogyal Empowerment on July 29. (Initiation organized by the Tibetan community in Switzerland).
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/summer-retreat-feminity-in-spirituality/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Meditation,Retreat,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170626
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170321T175705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T151058Z
UID:4150-1498262400-1498435199@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Qi GONG or The Way of Calmness
DESCRIPTION:« Qi » is invisible and dynamic energy\, the vital energy that keeps us alive. Qi Gong is a long-life technique that optimizes our energy potential and develops the body’s immune system.\nA series of simple and slow movements provide well-being and serenity. Cultivating calmness and relaxation of the body\, Qi Gong is a source of benefits\, especially to correct the effects of stress. We will practice dynamic movements\, static postures to strengthen Qi and meditations and relaxations. This energy practice will help unify your body\, mind and breath.\nWith Agnès Cauquil-Moreau\, certified teacher of the “Qi Gong Federation” and the\n“Energetic Arts and the European Institute of Qi Gong”\nNormal price: 140 CHF / 130 € Reduced price**: 110 CHF / 100 €
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/qi-gong-or-the-way-of-calmness/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170619
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170321T175533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T150701Z
UID:4149-1497571200-1497830399@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating mental and emotional well-being: a scientific and experimental approach
DESCRIPTION:The “Wheel of Mental Balance” is a protocol founded by Diego Hangartner based on methods and techniques derived from classical Buddhist texts as well as neuroscience research. It demonstrates that the use of meditation in a modern context helps to profoundly to develop better attention and emotional well-being.\nThe program offers a wide variety of tools for a practical application of mindfulness in a broad\, secular setting. This weekend training is created for the general public as well as professionals\, who by nature encounter emotional challenges. \nWith Diego Hangartner\, founder of the “Institute of Secular Ethics and Mental Balance” (Zurich)\nNormal price: 290 CHF / 270 € Reduced price**: 250 CHF / 230 €
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/cultivating-mental-and-emotional-well-being-a-scientific-and-experimental-approach/
LOCATION:The Ripa International Center (RIC)\,  Hilfigweg 10\, CH – 3172 Niederwangen\,  Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170612
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170321T175259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T150337Z
UID:4148-1497139200-1497225599@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Saga Dawa - The Buddha Festival
DESCRIPTION:Saga Dawa is a buddhist ceremony to commemorate the awakening of the Buddha. This festival will include a conference\, guided meditations\, discovery workshops and surprises for the children. A colorful program around the Buddha and Buddhist philosophy.
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/saga-dawa/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Meditation,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170611
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170321T175035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T150141Z
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SUMMARY:Nyung Ne Retreat – Tibetan fasting practice
DESCRIPTION:With Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurmey Rinpoche \nInitiation of Cherenzig on Monday\, June 5th followed by the practice of Nyung Ne\, a spiritual fasting practice in Tibetan Buddhism.\n2 session pairs (from June 5 – 8 or from June 5 – 10) \nWith Dungsey Lhuntrul Dechen Gyurmey Rinpoche\, a highly accomplished master of practices in the tradition of Vajrayana Buddhism. The Second cycle is guided by Lama Tenzin Phuntsok.\nCo-organized with Padma Ling Switzerland.\nFull retreat: Normal price: 305 CHF / 280 € • Reduced price**: 240 CHF / 195 €
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/nyung-ne-tibetan-fasting-ritual/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Retreat,Ritual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170515
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170321T174832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T145539Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation course based on the "Ripa Awareness Meditation" method
DESCRIPTION:This workshop offers the possibility to use our inner resources of clarity\, openness and wisdom by practicing awareness in the present moment. It is based on the “Ripa Awareness Meditation” method\, developed around the Buddhist techniques of Shamatha Meditation which incorporates certains aspects of the Vipassana. \nWith Amrit Wagner\, certifed instructor of the Ripa Awareness Meditation and meditator for over 25 years.\nNormal price: 140 CHF / 130 € – Reduced price**: 110 CHF / 100 €
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/meditation-course-based-on-the-method-ripa-awareness-meditation/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Meditation,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170424
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170214T001600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T154439Z
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SUMMARY:'Discovery' Weekends: Come Garden with Us
DESCRIPTION:with Nadya Grau\, our Garden Fairy \nDiscover the Center and its volunteers on an active and collaborative day. We roll up our sleeves and participate in seasonal work while getting to know each other. \nMeet at 10am \n22/23 April *\nPreparing the garden for spring \nWe are pleased to offer lunch to participants. \nRegistration: nadyafleur@gmx.ch  \n* Changes possible depending upon the weather \n 
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/discovery-weekends-come-garden-with-us-2/
LOCATION:The Ripa International Center (RIC)\,  Hilfigweg 10\, CH – 3172 Niederwangen\,  Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170417
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170214T000903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T144744Z
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SUMMARY:The Meaning of the “Guru” in Tibetan Buddhism
DESCRIPTION:With Dungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche \n\n\nThe Guru plays an essential role in the Buddhist tradition and in Tantric Buddhism. It is said that the Guru can show the engaged student the nature of their own mind. The Guru carries the spiritual authority and blessing of the lineage\, which is transmitted through initiation where he or she is the guardian. \n=>Register \n\n\nAbout the Teacher \n\n\nDungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche \nDungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche was born in India in 1970\, the tenth day of the sixth month of the year of the Earth Monkey\, on the anniversary of Guru Rinpoche’s birth. He is the son and spiritual heir of His … More →
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/the-meaning-of-the-guru-in-tibetan-buddhism/
LOCATION:The Ripa International Center (RIC)\,  Hilfigweg 10\, CH – 3172 Niederwangen\,  Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170410
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170214T000457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T144307Z
UID:4073-1491609600-1491782399@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Yoga and Detox
DESCRIPTION:Hatha Yoga – Yin Yoga – Meditation \nJuice detox workshop and healthy\, balanced vegetarian cuisine \n\nSpring is the ideal time to purify our bodies and to move toward renewal. Through various postures of Hatha Yoga (Yin Yoga)\, we will purify the body and strengthen our organism\, giving special care to the liver\, gallbladder and organs which are specifically linked to Spring Time. A workshop to learn how  to prepare detox juices along with delicious vegetarian cooking will also be organized.  \nIn one weekend revitalize\, energize and detoxify your body while letting the mind rest from its usual ruminations. Return lighter\, serene and reenergized. \n\n=> Register \n\nWith Cynthia and Christophe Jouffre
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/yoga-and-detox/
LOCATION:The Ripa International Center (RIC)\,  Hilfigweg 10\, CH – 3172 Niederwangen\,  Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170306
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170214T001409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170214T001409Z
UID:4078-1488585600-1488758399@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:'Discovery' Weekends : Come Garden with Us
DESCRIPTION:with Nadya Grau\, our garden fairy \nDiscover the Center and its volunteers on an active and collaborative day. We roll up our sleeves and participate in seasonal work while getting to know each other. \nMeet at 10am. \n4/5 March *\nPruning trees and shrubs \n22/23 April *\nPreparing the garden for spring \nWe are pleased to offer lunch to participants. \nBy registration: nadyafleur@gmx.ch  \n* Changes possible depending upon the weather
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/discovery-weekends-come-garden-with-us/
LOCATION:The Ripa International Center (RIC)\,  Hilfigweg 10\, CH – 3172 Niederwangen\,  Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170227
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170214T000205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170214T000205Z
UID:4071-1487980800-1488153599@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Losar Festivities
DESCRIPTION:With Lama Tenzin Phuntsok \n\n\n\nOn the occasion of the New Tibetan Year\, we will gather to purify and dissipate negative energies and influences from the past year and be ready to welcome the new year. Celebration of Losar jointly with members of the Tibetan community through the traditional smoke offering. (Losar is on Monday\, February 27th.) \n\n\n\nAbout the Teacher \n\n\nLama Tenzin Phuntsok\nLama Tenzin Phuntsok was born in 1970 in Orissa\, (India). When he was 14 years old he was admitted to Rigon Thupten Mindolling monastery\, where he spent twenty full years. In the beginning\, under the kind and inspiring guidance of … More →
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/losar-festivities/
LOCATION:The Ripa International Center (RIC)\,  Hilfigweg 10\, CH – 3172 Niederwangen\,  Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Celebration,Ceremony,Ritual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170220
DTSTAMP:20260420T194605
CREATED:20170213T234456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170213T234456Z
UID:4069-1487289600-1487548799@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:The Four Foundations of Mindfulness
DESCRIPTION:This weekend will enable participants to delve into the origins of Mindfulness\, as defined and taught within the tradition of Buddhist psychology\, with ‘The Four Foundations of Mindfulness.’ \nWith Geneviève Hamelet\, instructor of MBSR and President for the Association for the Development of Mindfulness (ADM) in France. \n=>Register \nFull Awareness Workshop at the RIC – February 2016 \nWith the emergence of “full consciousness” programs\, such as MBSR and MBCT\, it may be particularly beneficial to dive into the source of Full Consciousness as it is defined and transmitted within the tradition of Buddhist psychology\, with “The Four Bases of Attention\,” or “Mahasatipathana Sutta\,” the Great Discourse of the Buddha on the Establishment of Full Consciousness. \nIf these teachings and practices from the Sutras are still so striking for our modern world\, it is because it appeals to the universality of our humanity\, whatever the epoch\, the culture or the spiritual tradition to which we belong . \nIndeed\, the Buddhist approach is a holistic approach to being in its philosophical and psychological aspects\, in conjunction with religious practices. \nThese four areas of exploration consist of a real investigation of the nature of reality\, starting from the body to gradually penetrate the nature of phenomena. \nThese two days will be devoted to study and practice\, focusing on the direct experience of this natural quality of attentive presence or Full Consciousness\, through the four areas of exploration that are: body\, feelings\, mental states\, and phenomena. \nGeneviève Hamelet  \nShe teaches meditation at the Tarab Institute\, where she graduated in 2005 from Semrig Thablam Mawa (STM) in “Internal Science of the Spirit and UD Phenomena\,” an approach to Buddhist psychology\, created by Tarab Tulku Rinpoche and Lene Handberg\, to promote the universality of ancient Indo-Tibetan spiritual wisdom in the modern world. \nShe is also a Certified MBSR instructor (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program)\, trained at CFM-UMass Medical school\, where she is also instructor. She was also trained in MBCT in 2008. \nShe has been a member of the selection and organizing committee of ESRI 2016: “European Summer Research Institute” of Mind & Life Europe\, and participates in the FBT CA to organize visits and teachings of the Dalai Lama in France. \nShe has been interpreting for 15 years many teachers of meditation of different traditions\, such as Akincano\, Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche\, Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Jack Kornfield\, Tara Brach\, Frank Ostaseski\, Bob Stahl\, Ajahn Sucitto and Rebecca Crane.
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/the-four-foundations-of-mindfulness/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161226T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170101T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20160913T001859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T001859Z
UID:3803-1482768000-1483264800@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Vipassana meditation retreat in full silence
DESCRIPTION:With Dungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche \nApproaching emptiness and the nature of reality \nThe experience of emptiness is one of the most puzzling aspects of Buddha’s teachings; while we can intuitively relate to the truth of impermanence to some extent\, it is difficult for most of us to understand the notion of emptiness which is often likened to a big vacuum or some sort of state of deprivation; yet\, according to Buddha’s teachings\, the experience of emptiness plays a central role in liberating beings from pain and suffering.\nDuring this end-of-year retreat\, Dungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoché will guide participants into exploring the experience of emptiness as the key insight into transforming our lives. Building on basic teachings and guided practice\, he will train participants into developing “ways of looking” that help free the mind from conceptual fabrication. \nRETREAT IN FULL SILENCE. \nPrerequisite: meditation experience
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/vipassana-meditation-retreat-in-full-silence/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Meditation,Retreat
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161212
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20161114T192126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161114T194114Z
UID:3968-1480464000-1481500799@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Winter Visit to Moscow
DESCRIPTION:With Dungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche\nNovember 30th 19:00 – 21:00\nOpen talk on Mindful Leadership\nFree entrance. Event is open to all.\nVenue: Yunost Hotel conference hall\, Khamovnichesky Val 34\, Sportivnaya Metro station \nDecember 1st 19:00 – 21:00\nMan-to-man Talk: Developing Warrior’s Heart and Mind\nOrganized by Sparta Men Club. Event is open to all. Registration of intent is required.\nVenue: Ripa Center\, Aptekarsky Pereulok 9\, Lungta Hall \nDecember 2 – 4\nMindfulness Meditation Weekend\nEvent page on facebook\nFriday\, December 2nd 19:00 – 21:00\nSaturday\, December 3rd 10:00 – 18:00\nSunday\, December 4th 10:00 – 18:00\nVenue: Ripa Center\, Aptekarsky Pereulok 9\, Lungta Hall \nDecember 6 – 8\nBuddhist Tantric Teachings: Narak Konshak and Samantabhadra’s Prayer — Repenting and Purification\nTuesday\, December 6th 19:00 – 22:00\nWednesday\, December 7th 19:00 – 22:00\nThursday\, December 8th 19:00 – 22:00\nVenue: Ripa Center\, Aptekarsky Pereulok 9\, Lungta Hall \nDecember 11th 10:00 – 12:30\nBlessing Children\nVenue: Ripa Center\, Aptekarsky Pereulok 9\, Lungta Hall \nRegister now (page in Russian only)
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/winter-visit-to-moscow-open-talk-on-mindful-leadership/
LOCATION:Ripa Moscow Center\, Aptekarsky Pereulok 9\, Moskow\, Russian Federation
CATEGORIES:Activity,Meditation,Talk,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161203
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20160913T004751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T004751Z
UID:3821-1479427200-1480723199@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Visit to Vietnam
DESCRIPTION:Confirmed dates are November 18th to December 2nd. Details to follow. \nSee also the Ripa Vietnam website (in Vietnamese) : http://www.ripavietnam.org/
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/visit-to-vietnam/
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20160913T004601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T004601Z
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SUMMARY:Kado – the way of flowers
DESCRIPTION:WITH MAY ISLER \nIkebana as meditation \nUsing the wisdom of nature\, the creative meditation of Kado teaches us to see things clearly as they are. This enables us to develop a better acceptance of obstacles and respectful relationship with nature\, with ourselves and with others. \nThe chinese term of “Kado” means “The Way of Flowers” and was first developed in China over 2300 years ago.  When it was introduced and assimilated into Japan\, the Japanese word “Ikebana” arose\, meaning “living or natural flowers”.  Kado is a contemplative practice that studies nature as it is and hence\, humans being part of the all compassing nature\, we simultaneously study ourselves as we are when working with natural materials in Kado. \nThe ultimate purpose in Kado is not to make pleasant flower arrangements\, but cultivate appreciation for each moment\, to work with obstacles\, and to develop respect for ourselves\, others and all forms of life. \nWith May Isler –  she has been student of Marcia Shibata for 20 years and is authorized to conduct workshops as part of the Shambhala Kado Rigden Ikebana School.
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/kado-the-way-of-flowers/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161104T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20160913T001601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T001601Z
UID:3801-1478239200-1478448000@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Qi Gong – the path of peace
DESCRIPTION:WITH AGNES CAUQUIL-MOREAU \nQi is the invisible and mobile energy\, the breath of life or vital energy that keeps us alive. Qi gong is a technique of long life which optimizes our energy potential and develops the immune system of the body through the inner listening.\nThis health prevention practice offers a series of simple and slow movements\, easy to learn\, who are able to provide well-being and serenity.\nCultivating peace of mind\, relaxation and relaxation of the body\, Qi gong is a source of benefits\, including curing the effects of stress.\nDuring this weekend\, open to all\, we will practice dynamic movements\, static postures to strengthen the Qi\, meditations and relaxation in this energy practice\, which proposes to unify the body\, mind and breath\, \nAgnès Cauquil-Moreau\nshares her passion of Qi gong\, which she exercises for over 20 years. Formed with various Chinese and Western instructors\, she continues her training in order to offer quality tools for personal development and prevention of health.\nQi Gong teacher\, she is a graduate of the Federation of Qi Gong Arts and Energy\, the French Federation of Sports for All and the European Institute of Qi Gong and graduate of the Faculty of Medicine Montpellier TCM massage and Qi Gong.
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/qi-gong-the-path-of-peace/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161030T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20160913T004408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T004408Z
UID:3817-1477677600-1477843200@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:Shiné/Shamata: The practice of calm abiding
DESCRIPTION:With Nathalie Bourquin \nBy using the breath as a guide\, the external and internal distractions are pacified\, so that the thoughts and emotional turmoil of the mind are brought to rest (SHI = pacify)\, and thus one returns to one’s internal center and abides there ( NE = remain). Learn how a calmer\, more relaxed and more spacious mind makes dealing with one’s self and with others easier and more enjoyable. We will do sitting practice\, and between sessions\, to support us – some movement (for body awareness)\, as well as listen to music\, and share wisdom stories. Included is a round of interpersonal exchange\, which brings us knowledge about ourselves\, and shows us how our mind works. \nExperienced meditators and newcomers are equally welcome!
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/shineshamata-the-practice-of-calm-abiding/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20161011T002403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161011T002420Z
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SUMMARY:Visit to Ramatuelle\, Southern France: Opening one’s self to loving kindness
DESCRIPTION:With Dungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche\nOctober 21 – 23\, 2016 \n\nAccording to Buddhist teachings\, the inherent nature of all beings is fundamentally good\, although temporarily veiled. Developing confidence in loving kindness\, and caring for others\, enables its expression. This is the theme that Dungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche will develop over teachings open to all. Dungsey Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche is a meditation master and master of Buddhist philosophy\, in the Kagyu and Nyingma traditions\, and teaches worldwide. \nFriday\, October 21st at 8:00 pm: seminar “Listening to one’s heart in order to take care of our world” – Chateau de la Messardiere\, Route de Tahiti\, Saint Tropez.\n \nSaturday the 22nd and Sunday\, October 23rd from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: weekend seminar : “Opening up to loving kindness.” The practice of Medicine Buddha will be offered following the teachings\, please remember to bring texts if you have them. Dojo near the Cultural Space Albert Raphael in Ramatuelle. Doors open one hour before the teachings. Please plan to arrive a little early for us to welcome Rinpoche all together. We advise you to bring your meditation cushion. \n\nhttp://ripa-international.com/program/visit-to-ramatuelle-southern-france-opening-ones-self-to-loving-kindness/
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/visit-to-ramatuelle-southern-france-opening-ones-self-to-loving-kindness/
LOCATION:Chateau de la Messardiere\, Route de Tahiti\, Saint Tropez\, France
CATEGORIES:Talk,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161023T153000
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20160913T004151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T004151Z
UID:3815-1477074600-1477236600@www.ripaladrang.org
SUMMARY:YOGOM ® – Yoga / Meditation
DESCRIPTION:With François Bertolero \nThe targeted body and breathing exercises of YOGOM ® are a natural transition for the practice of sitting Shamatha meditation\, connecting body and mind directly.\nUnder the inspiration of Gyetrul Jigme Rinpoche\, Yogom® was developed through the Buddhist mindfulness method that we prefer to call presence of mind. Yogom® is the anteroom and the threshold of calm abiding meditation. This unique method starts before meditation to facilitate sitting in the physical sense as well as in the psychic sense. Adaptive training is done to ensure that postures are accessible to everyone\, as well as rhythmic breathing exercises and a working sitting position\, which opens the door to true yoga. The first benefit of the comfort provided in the sitting posture is to fully unlock the road to the more subtle meditation practices. The development of the seat thus naturally continues until achieving the mind of calming abiding through Shamata (Shiné) meditation.
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/yogom-yoga-meditation-2/
LOCATION:The Ripa International Center (RIC)\,  Hilfigweg 10\, CH – 3172 Niederwangen\,  Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20160913T003939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T010610Z
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SUMMARY:Promoting mental resilience and well-being
DESCRIPTION:WITH DIEGO HANGARTNER \nA scientific and experimental approach \nOne of the most persistent\, frustrating issues facing us today is that we lack mental wellbeing\, often feeling restless\, anxious\, and inattentive. \nOver the last 10 years a growing body of evidence from the highest level of scientific research has emerged\, and has confirmed the mental and physical benefits of mind training\, also known as meditation. \nThe main purpose of this programme called the “Wheel of Mental Balance” is to develop mental balance and resilience in a modern context. It combines techniques and processes found in classical Buddhist texts\, extracting the values of practical application without compromising the source materials. Based on traditional meditation practices\, the programme incorporates and builds on insights stemming from current neuroscientific and clinical research. \nBased on a profound conceptual framework\, the program represents a collection of proven\, practical methods whose purpose is to overcome hindrances in the midst of our daily lives\, and to enable and find mental balance. \nAddressed to individuals and professionals of all walks of life wishing to discover or to deepen their knowledge and experience of meditation and learn more about its role in promoting mental balance and resilience in daily life. \nIn order to fully benefit from the experience\, we strongly recommend participants to stay on the premises overnight. \nDiego Hangartner\, Pharm.D.\, [b. 1962] completed his studies in pharmacology at the ETHZurich. He lived for 11 years in Dharamsala\, India\, learned Tibetan\, and studied for 7 years at the Institute of Buddhist Dialectics. He has completed many retreats\, worked as an interpreter\, translating Tibetan into many languages\, and published a few books. \nOn returning to Europe in 2003\, he taught widely\, and organized several large events with His Holiness the Dalai Lama\, and participated in research aimed at exploring the benefits of meditation as a long-term practitioner. \nDiego is associated and worked with the Mind and Life Institute (Dialogues between science and Buddhism) since the 1990’s: he was Mind and Life’s COO from 2009 – 2012 in the USA\, co-founded Mind and Life Europe\, and was its director until 2014. He was actively involved in research projects. \nDiego founded the “Institute of Secular Ethics and Mental Balance” (ISEMB)\, an interdisciplinary initiative to provide tools and programs that foster mental balance\, and created “The Wheel of Mental Balance”.
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/promoting-mental-resilience-and-well-being/
LOCATION:Ripa International Center\, Hilfligweg 10 CH-3172\, Bern\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Activity,Retreat,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161009T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161009T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T194606
CREATED:20160913T003705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T003705Z
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SUMMARY:Visit to Boulder\, Colorado: Long Life Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:With His Eminence Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche \nTHE LONG LIFE EMPOWERMENT IS OPEN TO EVERYONE\nHis Eminence Terton Namkha Drimed Rinpoche will confer the Guru Rinpoche long-life empowerment from his collection of termas. Long-life empowerments are blessings of the lineage and the teacher\, in order to open the potential in our being to connect with deep principles of health\, healing\, and longevity. Traditionally\, long-life blessings are done at the conclusion of a series of empowerments as a way to seal the practice\, receive the blessings of the lineage\, to strengthen the health of the students and to clear obstacles for practicing the teachings. \nThis long-life blessing is available to all members and friedns of the Shambhala community. \nHis Eminence Tertön Namkha Drimed Rinpoche was born in 1939 in Eastern Tibet. He was recognized as a tertön\, or treasure revealer\, by both His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche and His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche. From an early age he recalled his previous lives\, including his life as Bumpa Gyatsa Shelkar\, the elder brother of Gesar Norbu Dradül\, the enlightened ruler of the 10th century Kingdom of Ling in Tibet. His Eminence is most well-known for his vast collection of ‘mind terma’ revelations related to Gesar. For two weeks last October (2015) in Pharping\, Nepal\, His Eminence conferred this Gesar lineage of teachings on Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. \nWithin the Himalayan Buddhist community\, His Eminence is renowned for his wisdom\, his dedication to the practice tradition\, and the power of his practices for healing\, divination\, and pacification of obstacles. His worldwide community includes monasteries in Tibet\, India\, and Nepal and a large lay center in Switzerland. A more extensive biography can be found here. \nClick Here to Register\nSee the Boulder Shambhala website for further details: http://boulder.shambhala.org/program-details/?id=271073
URL:https://www.ripaladrang.org/event/visit-to-boulder-colorado-long-life-empowerment/
LOCATION:Boulder Shambhala Center\, 1345 Spruce Street\, Boulder\, CO\, 80302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Ceremony,Ritual
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