Awakening Dignity: A Weekend Retreat

We are delighted to offer a first-of-its-kind weekend retreat based on Awakening Dignity: A Guide to Living a Life of Deep Fulfillment, led by co-authors Phakchok Rinpoche and Sophie (Shu-chin) Wu. This retreat marks the beginning of Phakchok Rinpoche’s summer teaching series at Samye Hermitage New York, welcoming both absolute beginners and seasoned students. The Path of Dignity serves as an essential foundation for those interested in the Path of Transformation and the Path of Realization.
 
The concept of dignity is central to living a meaningful and fulfilling life, particularly in today’s world, where many struggle with self-doubt, low self-esteem, anxiety, and dissatisfaction. In Awakening Dignity, Phakchok Rinpoche draws on Tibetan Buddhist wisdom to show that dignity is an inherent quality of wholeness and purity within us all. By trusting in this truth, we can overcome the pervasive sense of not being enough and instead face life with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
 
Through reflections, examples, and guided meditations—including practices such as embracing adversity and cultivating compassion—Rinpoche will provide practical tools to awaken and embody our fundamental dignity.
 
Program Details
 
Who is this for?
 
This retreat is open to anyone with a sincere interest in connecting with these teachings.
This is the first part of a three-part teaching series led by Phakchok Rinpoche as part of his residency at Samye Hermitage New York and the Samye Institute Summer Immersion. We warmly invite you to join one, two, or all three parts of this series—an extraordinary opportunity to receive teachings from Rinpoche in the intimate setting of his North American Dharma seat. You are also welcome to register for the Samye Institute Summer Immersion by clicking here.
 
Schedule Highlights
 

Friday Afternoon – Registration opens.
Friday Evening – Enjoy a special musical performance to begin the retreat.
Saturday Morning – Sophie Wu will introduce the core ideas and practices of Awakening Dignity.
Saturday Evening – Phakchok Rinpoche arrives, and we will celebrate the beginning of his teaching series with another musical performance.
Sunday – Phakchok Rinpoche will offer teachings on Dignity, and the retreat will conclude after lunch.

 



Accommodation
 
Onsite space is limited this year due to the Samye Institute Summer Immersion program. For those who require more accessible facilities, we encourage staying off-site and registering as a commuter. Upon request, we will provide a list of recommended accommodations nearby.
 
For those staying for the following retreat, please add an extra night (July 6) when completing your registration. This additional night of accommodation after the event is available at no extra cost. If you would like to dine at Samye on the evening of July 6th, please indicate this in your registration form.
 
Financial Support
 
We are committed to making these Dharma teachings accessible to all. Our tiered pricing structure is designed to provide greater financial accessibility, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to attend. The Reduced Rate supports those with financial constraints, while the Standard Rate covers the full cost of participation. The Benefactor Rate allows participants to help subsidize scholarships for those in need.
 
If the Reduced Rate still poses a financial challenge, monastics, students, seniors, or anyone in need of additional assistance are encouraged to contact us at contact@samyenewyork.org. If you are in a position to support others, please consider registering as a Benefactor to help provide financial aid for fellow practitioners.
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