TaraNet: Last Kapala I Before July 2009
Only Kapala II Offered in 2009 Now Open: March 17-23
Lama Tsultrim will offer one Kapala Training Level I at Kriplau Yoga Center from October 19-24. This is the last Kapala I before the only Kapala Traning Level II that will be offered in 2009. Kapala II will be on Whidbey Island, WA, March 17-23. There will not be another Kapala II at Tara Mandala this summer.
October 19 - 24: Kapala Training Level I
with Lama Tsultrim Allione
Kripalu Yoga Center, Lenox, MA
Kapala Training Level I is the first of a four-level training in the lineag of Machig Labdrön. This training is an in-depth exploration of the practices in the lineage of eleventh-century Tibetan yogini Machig Labdrön and the related Mahayana teachings of Prajña Paramita, the Great Mother, our own true nature. This training is for those who wish to work deeply with their own "demons" through contemplative practice.
You will learn a five-step practice based on the principles of feeding the demons rather than fighting them, so as to move beyond dualistic struggle. Compassionate nurturing rather than battling outer and inner challenges develops the potential for deep healing and helps us move from polarization to integration.
Tara Temple Progress, September 30, 2008
March 17-23, 2009: Kapala Training Level II
with Lama Tsultrim Allione
Whidbey Island, WA
In this retreat we will deepen our Prajña Paramita practice and be introduced to Jamgon Kongtrul's text "Transmitting the Meaning of the Mother," a practice on looking at the sky-like nature of mind, the Great Mother. We will also practice Machig Labdrön's method for cutting through discursive thoughts with sound. We will continue our work with 'Feeding Your Demons' in small groups, dyads & alone, as well as guiding others. We will also work on a 'demon' map of family & relationships. There will be ample time during the retreat for discussion and creative time alone working with clay and painting.
Completion of Level II allows you to apply for certification to use the five steps of Feeding Your Demons to help others if you have an accompanying degree as a therapist or counselor.
Prerequisite: Completion of Kapala Training Level I and the interim assignments.