Feeding demons? Really!?
It's natural to want to defeat, push away or destroy "demons"—impulses and parts of ourselves that sabotage our relationships and well-being. But when we ignore or fight with our demons, they just grow stronger, remaining hidden and in control. Feeding Your Demons is a gentle five-step process that invites these fragmented aspects of ourselves to be seen and then fed with love and compassion. By releasing the pent-up energy trapped in internal conflicts, we discover new sources of insight, strength and growth. What will we do during the retreat? We will learn the FYD process, both on our own and guided by a partner. You will not be asked to disclose the story behind your demons unless you choose to do so. FYD will be balanced by the simple yet profound practice of Prajnaparamita meditation, which strengthens the naturally open and compassionate qualities of mind. By the time you leave, you will have the foundation needed to continue both practices on your own. Where did this approach come from? Feeding Your Demons was developed by Lama Tsultrim Allione as a personal practice suited to the realities of modern, everyday life. It is inspired by the ancient Tibetan practice of Chöd, which can be traced back to the 11th-century Buddhist yogini Machig Labdrön. FYD is a way of relating to any blockages, fears, addictions or negative emotions as they arise. For more information about the FYD process and its origins, see the best-selling book by Lama Tsultrim Allione and this article in Lion's Roar magazine. Who is this for? This training is for anyone who wishes to work with their own demons through personal practice. There are no prerequisites. Tens of thousands of people in countries around the world have found this practice to be effective and transformative. Many health and healing practitioners have also integrated FYD into their professional practice. Kapala Training Level One is a first step towards becoming certified to use this process professionally. Find out more about Kapala Training. Where will we meet? Our intensive will take place in Halifax Nova Scotia, at 660 Francklyn Street, on the site of the Atlantic School of Theology. Maximum 30 participants. Find out more about the schedule, fees and other logistics here. Who is sponsoring this? Our intensive is being organized by Women of Wisdom in collaboration with Tara Mandala, a Buddhist retreat centre under the spiritual direction of Lama Tsultrim Allione. Women of Wisdom is a local study circle dedicated to practicing and promoting feminine expressions of wisdom. |
Lopön Charlotte Rotterdam
Pieter Oosthuizen
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