Venerable Angie Muir

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Filling the Heart with Happiness: A Chenrezig Retreat

Saturday, July 11th - Sunday, July 19th | In Person Only

Vajrapani Institute, Boulder Creek, California

Join Venerable Angie for a lovely retreat in the majestic California redwoods offering a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the practice of Chenrezig, the embodiment of awakened compassion.

Structured in two complementary parts, the retreat begins with a week of Chenrezig practice and concludes with the traditional Nyung Nae purification retreat. Together, these practices guide participants from opening the heart to deep inner transformation.

Suitable for both beginners and intermediate students

Retreat Format Options

  • July 11 – July 19: Full Retreat (recommended)

  • July 11 – July 16: Part 1: Chenrezig Retreat

  • July 16 – July 19: Part 2: Nyung Nae Retreat

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Wisdom for the Heart: Seeing Clearly, Living Freely
May 30
Wisdom for the Heart: Seeing Clearly, Living Freely

According to Tibetan Buddhism, the root of our struggle lies in four subtle, yet powerful misperceptions: we see what is impermanent as lasting, what is unsatisfactory as fulfilling, what is impure as beautiful, and what is selfless as solid and real. These “four wrong concepts” quietly shape how we relate to our lives, our relationships, and ourselves. To counteract these, the Buddha offered four profound insights known as the Four Seals. In this course, we gently bridge these two—moving from distorted perception to liberating insight—exploring how correcting these four deep misunderstandings through an understanding of the four seals transforms not just our thinking, but our heart.

Saka Dawa: Medicine Buddha Puja
May 31
Saka Dawa: Medicine Buddha Puja

Saka Dawa Duchen, one of the four great holy days in the Tibetan calendar, marks pivotal moments in the life of Shakyamuni Buddha—each a powerful display of enlightened activity for the benefit of all sentient beings. On this sacred day, the merit generated by virtuous actions is said to be magnified 300 million times.

The Medicine Buddha represents an extremely powerful form of enlightened energy. The practices of Medicine Buddha are efficacious in healing and helping one to accomplish one’s goals successfully and can be of benefit to someone who is ill or who has died.

Wisdom for the Heart: Seeing Clearly, Living Freely
Jun 6
Wisdom for the Heart: Seeing Clearly, Living Freely

According to Tibetan Buddhism, the root of our struggle lies in four subtle, yet powerful misperceptions: we see what is impermanent as lasting, what is unsatisfactory as fulfilling, what is impure as beautiful, and what is selfless as solid and real. These “four wrong concepts” quietly shape how we relate to our lives, our relationships, and ourselves. To counteract these, the Buddha offered four profound insights known as the Four Seals. In this course, we gently bridge these two—moving from distorted perception to liberating insight—exploring how correcting these four deep misunderstandings through an understanding of the four seals transforms not just our thinking, but our heart.

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Lama Zopa Rinpoche with adorable puppy

“Always think of how others are kind and precious. Treat them as you would like to be treated”

~ Lama Zopa Rinpoche

So Wonderful

“Venerable Angie is a wonderful presenter. Her stories helped to bring the practice alive. She has lived a very inspirational life. Being in her presence and seeing how she interacts with others is so refreshing! I very much look forward to the next teaching or retreat she offers!”

~ Eryn, 2024