Meditation is both a timeless wisdom practice and a practical method for living with greater clarity and compassion. Taught by the Buddha as a path to freedom from suffering, meditation trains the mind to become steady, aware and kind. Yet its benefits are universal – accessible to anyone, regardless of background or belief.

In this five-day course participants will learn the foundation of meditation: Mindful awareness of the breath, understanding thoughts and emotions without being overwhelmed by them, cultivating calm (samatha) and developing insight (vipasyana) into the changing nature of experience.

Each day builds upon the previous one, allowing understanding to deepen from concept into direct experience. Whether one seeks spiritual depth, emotional balance or a deeper understanding of the mind, this five-day immersion offers a foundation for a lasting inner transformation.

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Drupon Ma Gyalten Samten, a former model and actor is a Buddhist nun whose commitment to Buddhist philosophy and practice was deeply solidified following a life-altering meeting with His Holiness the Dalai Lama in 2001. In 2012, under the guidance of Venerable Lama Zopa Rinpoche, she received ordination at Sera Jey Monastery from His Eminence Choden Rinpoche.

Within the Drikung Kagyu lineage and under the profound guidance of His Holiness Kyabgon Chetsang Rinpoche, she completed a three-year solitary retreat. Upon its conclusion, she was bestowed with the title of Drupon (Retreat Master).