15/04/2026
I flew to Phoenix for the weekendā¦I came to learn the practice of Chenrezig - the Buddha of Compassion.
Over a couple of days of sitting in meditation, something has shifted.
This practice was guided by Venerable Geshe Phuntsho (originally from Bhutan), who travels with Gaden Shartse Thubten Dhargye Ling, based in Long Brach, CA
Chenrezig - also known as Avalokiteshvara - represents pure loving-kindness and compassion. In Tibetan Buddhism, Tenzin Gyatso is believed to be his physical manifestation.
The meditation itself is a visualisation practice - calling in compassion, not just for others⦠but for yourself too.
And then there was this verse:
āWhen someone I have benefited,
And in whom I have placed great trust
Hurts me very badly,
I will practice seeing this person as my supreme teacher.ā
My first thought?
No freaking way.
But as the weekend unfolded I began to understand.
And Iāve started integrating that into something thatās been really challenging for me. Iāll keep showing up to the practice.
Every day.
The team at LOTUSWEI and Self Arising Nature Center created the most beautiful space - a sanctuary of flowers, connection, and nourishing food that you can truly take refuge in.
Deep gratitude to the monks who travelled so far to share these teachings, to everyone behind the scenes,
and thank you so much to everyone that attended like me. Was wonderful to meet new people & catch up with friends.
OM MANI PADME HUNG