Seminar: Developing Compassion – Finding Freedom
Kindness and compassion are part of our innermost nature. Yet, in everyday life, we often lose access to them. This seminar shows ways we can consciously rediscover these qualities—not only for others, but also as a path to inner freedom.
At its core is the practice of Tonglen , a powerful meditation that dissolves self-centeredness—the inner attitude that, according to Buddhist teachings, is a primary source of our suffering. By learning to consciously accept the suffering of others and wish them joy, we develop genuine compassion and open our minds.
In addition, we practice Shamata , the meditation of calmness, to strengthen concentration and inner clarity. Step by step, we develop a foundation on which we can anchor compassion, serenity, and openness in our daily lives.
This seminar is aimed at anyone who wants to learn or deepen their meditation skills and who desires to live a freer, more relaxed, and more compassionate life.
Lama Thierry
Lama Thierry, a Swiss yogi who, after twelve years as a Buddhist monk—six of which were in retreat—now works and teaches at our center, will guide us in this training. He speaks from his own experience, finds vivid everyday examples with which we can identify, and draws on his extensive knowledge of the Tibetan scriptures on this subject.
schedule
We begin the seminar on Friday at 4 p.m. and end on Sunday at 12 p.m. Accommodation is in comfortable single or, upon request, double rooms. In addition to the meditation sessions and courses, there will be plenty of time to enjoy the nature around Gomde, take walks, and relax.
Recommended donation
€240 for the seminar, full board, and accommodation.
We want to enable everyone interested to participate in our seminars. Therefore, we provide a guideline amount that covers the fixed costs in Gomde. If you are fortunate enough to be able to donate more, you will enable someone with less money to participate. If you can donate less, please contact nanda@gomde.eu in advance.
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