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5 Elements Practice on the Full Moon

With Chaphur Rinpoche

Sunday, May 15th 9am-10am PT, 6pm – 7pm CET  through ZOOM

Chaphur Rinpoche will teach the Five Elements Practice by explaining the purpose and qualities of each element and then guiding participants in performing  each  practice. The Five Elements are an integral part of Tibetan cosmology and essential to understanding the relatedness and interdependence of all things in the universe. The Five Elements (space, earth, water, fire, and air) are the primary elements or building blocks for all phenomena, not only in the physical universe,  but also in our physical and energetic bodies. Each element represents  an energetic quality, and  takes physical form as well.    As do  all forms, each of the Five Elements  exists separately and interdependently at the same time.  Each  needs, supports, and affects the other.  Together,  they  provide  a cohesive whole within an individual being. When the Five Elements are out of balance, illness, negative emotions, and disharmony manifest.

The Five Elements practices from the Bön lineage of Tibetan Buddhism are spiritual practices that assist in  removing  physical, mental, and energetic blocks. The practices invoke, balance, and harmonize each of the five elements through the use of sacred seed syllables, mudras (hand movements), mantras (sacred chants), physical postures, breath work and visualizations. These rich and ancient practices not only help to remove physical, mental and energetic blocks, they can restore balance and integrity in one’s life. The practitioner is guided to connect to his/her own inner wisdom in order to achieve one’s full potential and to be able to maintain a relaxed and awakened state of mind. When performed regularly, these practices help one to attain a healthier lifestyle and to improve physical, mental and emotional health. Invoking space clears a cluttered mind and creates spaciousness and recognition of the pure space of being.  Invoking air transforms pride to peacefulness and helps to support increased flexibility and improved communication.  Invoking fire transforms greed and desire into generosity and supports increased creativity.   Invoking water transforms jealousy to openness and supports a peaceful presence.  Finally,  invoking the earth element transforms ignorance to wisdom and supports a grounding, abiding presence.

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Thanks for joining us and we will send you the zoom link on May 14th.