We all know these days people like it easy and quick, especially when it comes to information. Sometimes easy and quick might be great, but sometimes it might also be beneficial to dig a bit deeper - to understand the underlying dynamics, to look at the bigger picture. But obviously in a time when we... Continue Reading →
Kopan Monastery – November course: part 3. Religious rituals and a bit of magic
One of the most fascinating things about living in a Tibetan monastery for one month certainly is to witness and attend different religious rituals and festivities. Now let me take you on a little magical journey... 1. Arrival of Lama Zopa Rinpoche The arrival of Lama Zopa Rinpoche, one of the founders of Kopan Monastery,... Continue Reading →
Kopan Monastery – November course: part 2. The course and life in a monastery
1,5 years have passed since I did the one month November course at Kopan monastery. For a little while I was wondering whether I would and/or even should finish this blog post - but going through my photos, my notes and even more important my memories I decided it would be a shame not to work through everything I... Continue Reading →
One month in a monastery – the good, the bad and the understanding there is no such thing – 1. Where it began
And then I finally did it. I had been thinking about this idea for quite a while. The November course at Kopan monastery. One month in a monastery in Nepal. Sounds exciting? boring? crazy? weird? Well, I came across all sorts of facial expression when I talked to people about my plan - including my... Continue Reading →