Tibetan Buddhist teacher Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche will be in
Easthampton, MA for a rare teaching and book signing to celebrate the
release of his new book _Training in Tenderness: Buddhist Teachings
on _Tsewa_, the Radical Openness of Heart that Can Change the
World_.In Buddhism, one of the most essential qualities of
enlightenment is tsewa: a warm, open heart. It is the warmth we
express and receive through an empathic connection with others,
especially those closest to us. In this talk, Rinpoche will share ways
to further develop our own tender openness of heart that we can
express toward ourselves and those around us.
EVENT DETAILS
* Doors open at 6:30. Cushions and chairs are available for
seating.
* Eastworks has plenty of parking, in front and back of the
building. It is wheelchair accessable. The West End room is across
from Riff's Joint.
* Advance copies of the book _Training in Tenderness_ will be
available! It retails for $14.95, but will be sold for $9.95 at this
event. Rinpoche will have a book signing following the talk.
* If you have questions, please contact msbnorthampton@gmail.com
REGISTRATION
* Tickets are $15 advance -- this event is now sold out.
Registration includes $5 off of Rinpoche's new book. Your registration
kindly supports the funding of this event and contributes toward a
donation of thanks to Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche, Insight Meditation
Center of the Pioneer Valley, and Mangala Shri Bhuti.
* _Scholarship information_: no one will be turned away due to
their financial situation. If you would like to attend on scholarship,
please contact msbnorthampton@gmail.com. We are grateful for your
presence.
SPEAKER INFORMATION
_Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche_ is known for his ability to present
traditional Buddhist teachings with keen emphasis on how to integrate
its meaning into our personal experience and modern, daily life.
He grew up in a monastic environment and received extensive TRAINING
IN THE LONGCHEN NYINGTIK NYINGMA TRADITION OF TIBETAN BUDDHISM FROM
HIS ROOT TEACHER, Dilgo Khyentse RINPOCHE. KONGTRUL RINPOCHE LIVES IN
COLORADO, and when not guiding students in long-term retreat and not
in retreat himself, he travels widely throughout the world teaching
and furthering his own education. He is also the author of many
best-selling books, including _It's Up to You_ and _The Intelligent
Heart._
PRAISE FOR _TRAINING IN TENDERNESS
_
"DZIGAR KONGTRUL RINPOCHE IS ONE OF THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED PEOPLE I
KNOW. . . . I am hopeful that RINPOCHE’s new book will help many of
us get to know and make the best of our own warmth of heart. May
TRAINING IN TENDERNESS HELP TO HEAL THE ANXIETY AND POLARIZATION OF
OUR WORLD!" —Pema Chödrön, author of _When Things Fall Apart_
"A warm and affectionate heart frees us from whatever binds us and
connects us empathetically with all beings. This simple yet
life-changing attitude makes our own life meaningful and has the power
to heal the world. I strongly encourage anyone who encounters KONGTRUL
RINPOCHE’s beautiful book to take its profound wisdom to heart."
—Yongey Mingyur RINPOCHE, author of _The Joy of Living_
"KONGTRUL RINPOCHE DELIVERS A SERIES OF PROFOUND EXPLORATIONS AND
EXPOSITIONS ON ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECTS OF OUR SPIRITUAL
PRACTICE—uncovering the tender warmth and affection in our hearts.
This TENDERNESS IS THE ROOT SOURCE OF ALL THAT IS TRULY BENEFICIAL IN
THE WORLD. RINPOCHE LEADS US THROUGH A FOUNDATIONAL TRAINING FOR
COMPASSIONATE VISION AND OUR OWN LIBERATION, with joyful diligence and
an open heart." —Sharon Salzberg, author of _Lovingkindness_ and
_Real Love_
"Let this gem of a book be your faithful guide and companion in
opening your heart to others. It unlocks the door to that most
precious human quality of all: unconditional TENDERNESS FOR ALL
BEINGS." —Matthieu Ricard, author of _Altruism_ and _Happiness_
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