Alemania, 23 Feb 2016 - 28 Feb 2016

The Tibetan practice of Tsa Lung uses physical exercises to work intensively with our subtle body channels and the subtle wind that flows in them (tsa = channel; lung = wind-energy). The combination of movements, breath techniques and visualizations opens blockages in the channels so that our energies can flow freely. This energizes the body and clears the mind.

These physical practices are very dynamic, powerful and effective. When the wind can flow freely in the channels, then this wind-energy can be used for self-healing or can be given to others. Tulku Lobsang teaches us this precious technique of Tibetan Buddhism so that we can incorporate it into our lives and receive the great benefits.

The teachings of Bardo are the teachings of the intermediate state, the different phases of death.

Death is one of the most important happenings in our life. Death is not only something that happens outside of our lives but also on the inside. Therefore, everyone needs to face death. But we need the view of Buddha. Death is the moment where you can be in your true nature - the clear light state of mind.

We have small deaths and a big death. The small deaths happens to us every 24 hours, while the big death happens every 100 years. We can train ourselves to grasp the information that the small deaths can provide to us in order to be prepared for the big death.

In this seminar, Tulku Lobsang will teach us about the Buddhist view on death as well as some exercises that can prepare us for our own death.

As we cling to memories, we often live in the past. Or we worry about our future and are afflicted with fears how our future might look. This clinging to the past or the future is unnecessary, as through it we stand in our own ways. To experience the nature of the heart and open our hearts, we need to let go our memories of the past and out ideas on how future should look like. This is the only way how we really can be in the present moment.

Tulku Lobsang teaches us methods how to open our hearts. Physical exercises, meditations and the reciting of mantras help in this opening. As well we learn how to let go and not to remain in memories. This opens our hearts and frees us of fears and tensions. And that causes us to be more satisfied and can lead a life full of trust, understanding and patience. Than we encounter our fellow beings with respect and compassion.

Life is full of problems—as long as we are alive, there will be problems! Pushing them away only increases our suffering and creates more problems. This is because rejecting them is also a denial of our nature. Tulku Lobsang offers us another method. In the Tantrayana Buddhist tradition, we learn to use our problem to come out of the problem. The problem itself can be the solution to the problem. A simple example is rather than just renouncing a negative emotion such as anger, to take that anger and redirect it at the anger itself. In this way, the anger can become a major motivation to purify one’s mind and develop spiritually. We will decrease our suffering and increase our wisdom when we shift our perception of problems. We should embrace our problems and give thanks for them! Problems teach us great lessons. They are our best teachers. They are opportunities for developing ourselves. Therefore, we must have respect for those that create problems for us, because this helps us to better know ourselves. In fact, this method is fastest way to reach enlightenment. By transforming our problems, we also transform ourselves. By transforming our perception, we expand our desire for all things. Rather than wanting some things and rejecting other things, we accept all things as beneficial. When we view our problems as medicine, we have the opportunity to develop great joy and wisdom.

Tulku Lobsang offers consultations. In his capacity as doctor of Tibetan medicine and as spiritual advisor he gives consultations.

Consultations mainly start with a pulse diagnosis. In doing so the condition of the organs, the blood and the humours are examined. in this way chronic diseases can be diagnosed. Tulku Lobsang gives advises to treat imbalances through nutrition, movement and breath or meditation techniques. It is as well possible to ask Tulku Lobsang questions regarding the own practice.

The Lu Jong practice is a series of body movements that developed more than 8000 years ago in Tibet. Lu Jong originates in the Buddhist Tantrayana and Bön traditions and it is based on Tibetan Medicine.

Tibetan Medicine understands that diseases are the consequence of imbalanced elements and humors (the vital substances of the body). Through the combination of position, movement and breath, Lu Jong opens the channels in the body and mobilizes misdirected energy. In this way, the practice of Lu Jong helps to cultivate balance on the physical, mental and energetic levels.

On the physical level, the movements support the healing processes and also effectively combat disease. With regular practice we become more flexible, strong and improve our overall vitality.

On a mental level, Lu Jong helps us overcome negative emotions like anger and craving in order to achieve emotional balance and increase our energy. Through the exercises of Lu Jong we can influence the mind in such a way that it becomes free and compassionate. Our well being, awareness of our body and inner sensitivity, as well as our power of concentration and clarity are strengthened.

On an energetic level, Lu Jong releases blockages and opens the subtle body channels. Reestablishing the proper flow of energy has profound consequences for the health of both body and mind. And when we open our channels, we open our hearts.

This form of Lu Jong originates in the lineage of Tulku Lobsang, who introduced the practice of Lu Jong to the West. Prior to this, he received many years of teachings from masters of different Tibetan Buddhist schools. In this way, he was able to collect these precious exercises and modify them to adapt to Western needs. The result is an extensive program of physical movements, which bring our bodies and minds into balance.

The practice of Lu Jong is suitable for all ages and physical abilities. While the movements of Lu Jong are simple, they can surely change your life.

Wir hätten gerne auf alles eine Antwort. Doch suchen wir nach diesen Antworten im Außen und lassen uns so immer weiter von uns selbst wegtragen. Dabei kennen wir eigentlich alle Antworten – wir tragen sie in uns. Um diese Antwort zu finden, brauchen wir allerdings auch die richtige Frage. Eine Frage, die groß genug ist, um uns zu unserer wahren Natur zu führen. Mit Hilfe der richtigen Fragen können wir uns selbst, unsere Buddha-Natur, Stück für Stück immer besser erkennen und so unser Leben tiefgreifend verändern und zu innerer Ruhe und Zufriedenheit gelangen.

Practicing compassion is the highest method for awakening our mind.Compassion means completely opening our minds and hearts to others. The insights found in The Eight Verses of Thought Transformation are powerful keys for our opening and awakening.

Self-grasping causes separation and suffering. When we think too much about the self, we do not have room for others. Self- grasping closes our hearts and puts our minds to sleep, which causes great suffering for ourselves and others. Self-grasping is the king of negative emotions and this king needs to be eliminated.

The best way to slay self-grasping is with compassion. Compassion is the highest method for awakening our minds. Generating compassion greatly benefits us, for this is what opens us. When we become completely open to all who are suffering, to all sentient beings, we begin to understand the deep interdependence that connects us all. Only through practicing compassion can we begin to realize the true nature of existence.

In this retreat, Tulku Lobsang will explore the practice of compassion using the book The Eight Verses of Thought Transformation. This small book contains massive insights into practical ways we can expand our compassion, open our hearts, and awaken our minds. Its eight verses guide us to train our minds to shift from self-grasping toward love and connection. Then we find that we no longer need to defend this concept of self. Instead, we perceive the other as the greatest gift on the path to our enlightenment.

All beings give us the opportunity to practice compassion, and therefore they are the greatest treasure on our path. We must deeply say “thank you” to all beings for the opportunity to practice compassion, open our hearts, and awaken to our true nature.