Promoting the goodness of human society

Dechen Chöling offers a range of meditation retreats and practices, contemplative arts, societal experimentations, and ecological transformation to provide a path that unifies personal and societal awakening. Dechen Chöling is part of the Shambhala network.

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  • December

    • Opening the Eye, Unfolding the Heart – Winter Retreat

      With: Jessica Sarapoff

      During this retreat, we invite you on a joyful and profound path of exploration where contemplative photography, creativity, mindfulness, and the beauty of the world come together in a single dance.

       

  • February

    • Protector Practice Weekthün

      With: Lennart Krogoll, Shunya Ladendorff, Clemens Wilson-Reissmann

      A programme about meditation and compassion in action - open to all!

       

    • Birth of the warrior – Shambhala Training Level 2 – Open to All

      With: Sylvie Deraime

      Having experienced a taste of basic goodness in Level 1, we want to go forward. Meditation practice allows us to observe how we create a cocoon of habit. Taught in French (translation upon request).

       

      • Kado-Ikebana: 5-day course

        With: Marcia Shibata

        This course includes the Kado-Ikebana two-day programme, adding an extra three days to deepen your practice.

         

        • Kado-Ikebana: A two-day introduction

          With: Marcia Shibata

          A two-day programme open to all. Discover the Way of Flowers through the contemplative floral practice of Kado-Ikebana! No experience or equipment necessary.

           

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