Ashe, Windhorse & Life Itself

Pre-requisite: Transmission of the Stroke of Ashe The interplay of the Shambhala and Buddhist teachings is at the heart of the Vidyadhara's work. His radical and inclusive vision of awake human society is the ground from which many more human beings can become enlightened. This retreat is not a review, but an opportunity to go deeper with the profound practices of Ashe and Windhorse, in order to bring them more fully into your life. It is for all who have received Stroke transmission: graduates of Warrior Assembly who may be just learning these practices, and senior students who received the Stroke of Ashe years ago and wish to deepen or re-ignite their path. There will be separate sessions for vajrayana practitioners. Topics of teaching Knowing Ashe as the essence of reality Using Windhorse as magical practice, from childhood to Dzogchen Facing the Enemies of the Four Directions in daily life Daily Schedule 7:00 AM Chants, meditation, Lujong (Tibetan yoga) 8:00 Breakfast 9:15 Meditation with Pith instructions Stroke practice with Commentary 11:00 Morning Talk, Q&A 12:30 Lunch (One-bowl in shrineroom, silent) Work period, rest / (Staff meeting) 2:30 Stroke practice with Readings Perception practice 4:30 Tea 5:00 Circle Discussion or Talk or Interviews 6:00 PM Chants 6:30 Dinner 7:30 Meditation or Silent Study 8:30 Conclude 9:30 Lights out *** Gentle Silence *** Two Date Options The Full Retreat: Register on THIS page for the full week retreat. Weekend Only: Register on the Weekend Only page for a 2-day retreat. Heart Gifts At the end of retreat it is customary to offer a monetary Heart Gift to the teacher, whose only income is from teaching. This is completely voluntary according to your inspiration, and there is no suggested amount--any amount is appreciated!