Awaken in Toronto

 
 
 

Instructor: Lama Linda
Dates: May 17, 24, 31, June 7 (on line only)

Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3695356130 Meeting ID:[masked] Password:[masked]

The Bhava Cakra is the Tibetan visual interpretation and elaboration of what the Buddha taught as the Paticca-Samuppada. It depicts the 3 poisons (greed, ill-will, and confusion), the 6 realms or mindstates (god, jealous gods, human, animal, hungry ghost, and hell), and the 12 stages of Dependent Origination. Collectively these images summarize the Buddha’s basic teachings, and also the path to release and Santutthi - contentment - that all humans are seeking.

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Classes are offered on the ancient basis of Dana, also known as "give from the heart" or "pay what you choose." This allows you to pay according to your heart, and to what you value. Dana can be sent by etransfer to [masked] or by PayPal to https://paypal.me/awakeningintoronto

Lama Linda (Linda Hochstetler) has studied both mindfulness meditation and Vajrayana Buddhism for more than a quarter century. She trained in mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 90s and studied under Namgyal Rinpoche (the first Canadian-born Rinpoche) from 1995 until his death in 2003. She has received permission to teach in the Namgyal lineage and currently studies Vajrayana Buddhism with Qapel and Catherine Sensei. Silent meditation retreats are a central part to her study and practice and she has annually completed retreats of between one week and two months in length since 1995. Lama Linda is a registered social worker with a specialty in illness, dying and death. Along with a thriving private practice she has written and been interviewed on the subject of dying and death. In 2021 she authored her first book - 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End of Life. www.lindahochstetler.com.

 
 
 

Instructor: Lama Linda
Dates: June 14, 21, 28, July 5
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3695356130 Meeting ID:[masked] Password:[masked]

The concept of emptiness builds on earlier teachings of the Buddha, and is a key component in Vajrayana Buddhism (along with the Bodhisattva Vow). Understanding and experiencing the fullness of emptiness complements practices related to death and formlessness. Emptiness is the flip side of the coin that moves us out of the modern obsession with form and all the suffering of the material consumption world.

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Classes are offered on the ancient basis of Dana, also known as "give from the heart" or "pay what you choose." This allows you to pay according to your heart, and to what you value. Dana can be sent by etransfer to [masked] or by PayPal to https://paypal.me/awakeningintoronto

Lama Linda (Linda Hochstetler) has studied both mindfulness meditation and Vajrayana Buddhism for more than a quarter century. She trained in mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 90s and studied under Namgyal Rinpoche (the first Canadian-born Rinpoche) from 1995 until his death in 2003. She has received permission to teach in the Namgyal lineage and currently studies Vajrayana Buddhism with Qapel and Catherine Sensei. Silent meditation retreats are a central part to her study and practice and she has annually completed retreats of between one week and two months in length since 1995. Lama Linda is a registered social worker with a specialty in illness, dying and death. Along with a thriving private practice she has written and been interviewed on the subject of dying and death. In 2021 she authored her first book - 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End of Life. www.lindahochstetler.com.

 
 
 

Instructor: Lama Linda
Dates: June 14, 21, 28, July 5
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3695356130 Meeting ID:[masked] Password:[masked]

The concept of emptiness builds on earlier teachings of the Buddha, and is a key component in Vajrayana Buddhism (along with the Bodhisattva Vow). Understanding and experiencing the fullness of emptiness complements practices related to death and formlessness. Emptiness is the flip side of the coin that moves us out of the modern obsession with form and all the suffering of the material consumption world.

Slides

Classes are offered on the ancient basis of Dana, also known as "give from the heart" or "pay what you choose." This allows you to pay according to your heart, and to what you value. Dana can be sent by etransfer to [masked] or by PayPal to https://paypal.me/awakeningintoronto

Lama Linda (Linda Hochstetler) has studied both mindfulness meditation and Vajrayana Buddhism for more than a quarter century. She trained in mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 90s and studied under Namgyal Rinpoche (the first Canadian-born Rinpoche) from 1995 until his death in 2003. She has received permission to teach in the Namgyal lineage and currently studies Vajrayana Buddhism with Qapel and Catherine Sensei. Silent meditation retreats are a central part to her study and practice and she has annually completed retreats of between one week and two months in length since 1995. Lama Linda is a registered social worker with a specialty in illness, dying and death. Along with a thriving private practice she has written and been interviewed on the subject of dying and death. In 2021 she authored her first book - 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End of Life. www.lindahochstetler.com.

 
 
 

Instructor: Lama Linda
Dates: June 14, 21, 28, July 5
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3695356130 Meeting ID:[masked] Password:[masked]

The concept of emptiness builds on earlier teachings of the Buddha, and is a key component in Vajrayana Buddhism (along with the Bodhisattva Vow). Understanding and experiencing the fullness of emptiness complements practices related to death and formlessness. Emptiness is the flip side of the coin that moves us out of the modern obsession with form and all the suffering of the material consumption world.

Slides

Classes are offered on the ancient basis of Dana, also known as "give from the heart" or "pay what you choose." This allows you to pay according to your heart, and to what you value. Dana can be sent by etransfer to [masked] or by PayPal to https://paypal.me/awakeningintoronto

Lama Linda (Linda Hochstetler) has studied both mindfulness meditation and Vajrayana Buddhism for more than a quarter century. She trained in mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 90s and studied under Namgyal Rinpoche (the first Canadian-born Rinpoche) from 1995 until his death in 2003. She has received permission to teach in the Namgyal lineage and currently studies Vajrayana Buddhism with Qapel and Catherine Sensei. Silent meditation retreats are a central part to her study and practice and she has annually completed retreats of between one week and two months in length since 1995. Lama Linda is a registered social worker with a specialty in illness, dying and death. Along with a thriving private practice she has written and been interviewed on the subject of dying and death. In 2021 she authored her first book - 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End of Life. www.lindahochstetler.com.

 
 
 

PAID REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. LINK AT BOTTOM.

A vision quest is an ongoing search for the meaning and purpose of life. Ultimately it answers the questions... Who am I? What am I supposed to be doing here? What is my life purpose? Am I making a contribution or just getting in the way of what I'm called to do? This is a personal question, but also an existential question.

Ecotherapy Vision Quests offer participants an opportunity to push the boundaries of what they think they can do, and from within a Western context that is somewhat familiar. This event will include opportunities to participate in a 36 hour fast, combined with ritual ceremonies involving nature and the elements. The purpose is to contact the inner voice of awakening and spirituality and listen to its wisdom for your life.

This weekend will kick off with ceremonies on the Buddhist archetype of Green Tara. She is a powerful feminine energy that helps any being connect more with nature and encourages fearlessness in life. A ceremonial wongkur celebration will kick off the weekend, involving chanting, visualizing, and 7 chakra stimulations. Previous experience with Buddhist archetypes in not required.

Elements of Ecotherapy involving nature and mindfulness will permeate the weekend. Much of the weekend will be in silence, although there will also be numerous group activities and sharing times. This is a great opportunity to travel deep into consciousness, but free of chemicals and substances.

Participants will be expected to bring their own camping gear, and a gear list will be provided to all registrants. Camping out under the stars in Frontenac Provincial Park is a key component of the weekend. Permits will be taken care of for all participants. Meeting place will be 35 Kingsford Lake Dam Road, Westport.

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Teacher: Linda Hochstetler has been pushing the boundaries of consciousness studies for decades. She is both a registered social worker and a Vajrayana meditation teacher. She has participated in numerous practices over the last three decades that explore existential questions and lead to explorations of purpose and meaning, and has been leading others in these practices as well. These Ecotherapy Vision Quests bring together her passions for psychotherapy, spirituality, and nature. www.lindahochstetler.com.

Registration

 
 
 

Instructor: Lama Linda
Dates: June 14, 21, 28, July 5
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3695356130 Meeting ID:[masked] Password:[masked]

The concept of emptiness builds on earlier teachings of the Buddha, and is a key component in Vajrayana Buddhism (along with the Bodhisattva Vow). Understanding and experiencing the fullness of emptiness complements practices related to death and formlessness. Emptiness is the flip side of the coin that moves us out of the modern obsession with form and all the suffering of the material consumption world.

Slides

Classes are offered on the ancient basis of Dana, also known as "give from the heart" or "pay what you choose." This allows you to pay according to your heart, and to what you value. Dana can be sent by etransfer to [masked] or by PayPal to https://paypal.me/awakeningintoronto

Lama Linda (Linda Hochstetler) has studied both mindfulness meditation and Vajrayana Buddhism for more than a quarter century. She trained in mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 90s and studied under Namgyal Rinpoche (the first Canadian-born Rinpoche) from 1995 until his death in 2003. She has received permission to teach in the Namgyal lineage and currently studies Vajrayana Buddhism with Qapel and Catherine Sensei. Silent meditation retreats are a central part to her study and practice and she has annually completed retreats of between one week and two months in length since 1995. Lama Linda is a registered social worker with a specialty in illness, dying and death. Along with a thriving private practice she has written and been interviewed on the subject of dying and death. In 2021 she authored her first book - 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End of Life. www.lindahochstetler.com.

 
 
 

Instructor: Lama Linda
Dates: June 14, 21, 28, July 5
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3695356130 Meeting ID:[masked] Password:[masked]

The concept of emptiness builds on earlier teachings of the Buddha, and is a key component in Vajrayana Buddhism (along with the Bodhisattva Vow). Understanding and experiencing the fullness of emptiness complements practices related to death and formlessness. Emptiness is the flip side of the coin that moves us out of the modern obsession with form and all the suffering of the material consumption world.

Slides

Classes are offered on the ancient basis of Dana, also known as "give from the heart" or "pay what you choose." This allows you to pay according to your heart, and to what you value. Dana can be sent by etransfer to [masked] or by PayPal to https://paypal.me/awakeningintoronto

Lama Linda (Linda Hochstetler) has studied both mindfulness meditation and Vajrayana Buddhism for more than a quarter century. She trained in mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 90s and studied under Namgyal Rinpoche (the first Canadian-born Rinpoche) from 1995 until his death in 2003. She has received permission to teach in the Namgyal lineage and currently studies Vajrayana Buddhism with Qapel and Catherine Sensei. Silent meditation retreats are a central part to her study and practice and she has annually completed retreats of between one week and two months in length since 1995. Lama Linda is a registered social worker with a specialty in illness, dying and death. Along with a thriving private practice she has written and been interviewed on the subject of dying and death. In 2021 she authored her first book - 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End of Life. www.lindahochstetler.com.

 
 
 

PAID REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. LINK AT BOTTOM.

Practitioners of Vajrayana Buddhism step on the dharma path through commitment to complete 5 different foundation practices. These explorations are the daily meditation practices of students for the first number of years. Collectively, they cultivate compassion, purify emotional and physical blocks, and inspire creativity and inter-being. Strength of body and awareness of feelings and thoughts help us balance perfectly. Who wouldn't want more of all of these?!? Learning these practices and doing them together with a group of spiritual friends is a great way to jump start your powers and increase the likelihood of continuing a daily meditation practice after the retreat.

There will be a Chenrezi wongkur on Sunday morning to generate Bodhicitta for awakening and increase compassion for all.

Lama Linda has a way of making complex spiritual ideas understandable. She provides explanations, examples, and numerous metaphors for translating ancient ideas into modern life. This is a silent retreat, however there will be plenty of opportunities for discussion and questions during the sessions and so you may want to bring a journal to write in.

Class Schedule:
Friday - 7:30pm,
Saturday - 7am, 10am, 4pm, 7:30pm,
Sunday - 7am, 10am,
Depart at 2pm Sunday after lunch.

Teacher: Lama Linda (Linda Hochstetler) has studied both mindfulness meditation and Vajrayana Buddhism for more than a quarter century. She trained in mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 90s and studied under Namgyal Rinpoche (the first Canadian-born Rinpoche) from 1995 until his death in 2003. She has received permission to teach in the Namgyal lineage and currently studies Vajrayana Buddhism with Qapel and Catherine Sensei.

Silent meditation retreats are a central part to her study and practice and she has annually completed retreats of between one week and two months in length since 1995. Lama Linda is a registered social worker with a specialty in illness, dying and death. Along with a thriving private practice she has written and been interviewed on the subject of dying and death. In 2021 she authored her first book - 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End of Life. www.lindahochstetler.com.

An administration fee covers the entire week of classes and accommodation as well as delicious food. Participants are encouraged to offer Dana to the teacher who offers these teachings without any other payment. Dana is usually offered in cash at the beginning of the retreat.

Registration: Dharma Centre of Canada

 
 
 

Instructor: Lama Linda
Dates: July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3695356130 Meeting ID:[masked] Password:[masked]

Joanna Macy has spent 6 decades teaching about a non-linear view of reality. In her work as an author, teacher, Buddhist scholar, and investigator of deep ecology, she has pioneered a ground-breaking framework for personal and social change called “The Spiral”. We will spend these 4 weeks moving through the 4 stages of the Spiral that she describes in her work: gratitude, honouring our pain for the world, seeing with fresh eyes, and finally going forth.

Slides

Classes are offered on the ancient basis of Dana, also known as "give from the heart" or "pay what you choose." This allows you to pay according to your heart, and to what you value. Dana can be sent by etransfer to [masked] or by PayPal to https://paypal.me/awakeningintoronto

Lama Linda (Linda Hochstetler) has studied both mindfulness meditation and Vajrayana Buddhism for more than a quarter century. She trained in mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 90s and studied under Namgyal Rinpoche (the first Canadian-born Rinpoche) from 1995 until his death in 2003. She has received permission to teach in the Namgyal lineage and currently studies Vajrayana Buddhism with Qapel and Catherine Sensei. Silent meditation retreats are a central part to her study and practice and she has annually completed retreats of between one week and two months in length since 1995. Lama Linda is a registered social worker with a specialty in illness, dying and death. Along with a thriving private practice she has written and been interviewed on the subject of dying and death. In 2021 she authored her first book - 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End of Life. www.lindahochstetler.com.

 
 
 

Instructor: Lama Linda
Dates: July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/3695356130 Meeting ID:[masked] Password:[masked]

Joanna Macy has spent 6 decades teaching about a non-linear view of reality. In her work as an author, teacher, Buddhist scholar, and investigator of deep ecology, she has pioneered a ground-breaking framework for personal and social change called “The Spiral”. We will spend these 4 weeks moving through the 4 stages of the Spiral that she describes in her work: gratitude, honouring our pain for the world, seeing with fresh eyes, and finally going forth.

Slides

Classes are offered on the ancient basis of Dana, also known as "give from the heart" or "pay what you choose." This allows you to pay according to your heart, and to what you value. Dana can be sent by etransfer to [masked] or by PayPal to https://paypal.me/awakeningintoronto

Lama Linda (Linda Hochstetler) has studied both mindfulness meditation and Vajrayana Buddhism for more than a quarter century. She trained in mindfulness meditation with Jon Kabat-Zinn in the 90s and studied under Namgyal Rinpoche (the first Canadian-born Rinpoche) from 1995 until his death in 2003. She has received permission to teach in the Namgyal lineage and currently studies Vajrayana Buddhism with Qapel and Catherine Sensei. Silent meditation retreats are a central part to her study and practice and she has annually completed retreats of between one week and two months in length since 1995. Lama Linda is a registered social worker with a specialty in illness, dying and death. Along with a thriving private practice she has written and been interviewed on the subject of dying and death. In 2021 she authored her first book - 21 Days to Die: The Canadian Guide to End of Life. www.lindahochstetler.com.