Cutting through Ego with Radical Generosity: A Chöd Retreat with Khen Rinpoche
REPEATING SCHEDULE: Daily
START DATE: Friday, September 25, 2026
END DATE: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
REGION: Hot Springs, MT
ORGANIZATION: Namchak Community
TEACHER: Khen Rinpoche
CONTACT PERSON: Kate
EMAIL: kmorris@namchak.org
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Most of us have grown accustomed to rejecting difficult experiences. Chöd practice shows us a new path where we learn to meet our difficult experiences directly. This radical act of generosity cuts through ego-clinging and reveals the boundless nature of awareness.
Foundational meditation practices begin to loosen ego attachment, and Chöd, meaning “cutting through,” is used as a stronger medicine. It is a profound Vajrayana practice within the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition that traces back to the great yogini Machig Labdrön. Through powerful visualization, ritual arts, and meditative practice, Chöd transforms fear, attachment, and obstacles into the path of awakening.
Under the guidance of Khen Rinpoche, participants will receive instruction in the view, symbolism, and practice of Chöd as preserved within the Namchak lineage.
This is an in-person only program.
Who Is This Retreat Suited For?
Chöd is an advanced Vajrayana practice that involves extensive visualization and requires a foundation in Ngöndro training. Participation is available only in person to qualified practitioners.
- For those already in Namchak programs: Participants must have completed Shamata and Vipassana training and at least half of the Ngöndro accumulations.
- For those new to Namchak: Participants must have completed the full 500,000 Ngöndro accumulations within any Nyingma lineage.
COST: $600 - $900
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