Mingyur Rinpoche
“The most important thing is hope, I think, and don’t give up.” When we become fixed in our perceptions, we lose our ability to fly.”
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche is a recognized tulku of the Kagu and Nyingma lineages of Tibetan Buddhism, a teacher, spiritual leader and best selling author. He possesses a rare ability to present the ancient wisdom of Tibet in a fresh, engaging manner. His profound yet accessible teachings and playful sense of humor have endeared him to students around the world. Uniquely, Rinpoche’s teachings weave together his own personal experiences with modern scientific research, as they relate to the practice of meditation. He has authored several books including two best-sellers: The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness ,which has been translated into over 20 languages; and In Love with the World: A Monk’s Journey Through the Bardos of Living and Dying. His recent TED Talk is entitled How to tap into your awareness -- and why meditation is easier than you think. Rinpoche teaches extensively around the world and oversees: Dharma centers including three monasteries in Nepal, India, and Tibet and the Tergar Institute in Kathmandu; Tergar meditation communities on six continents and numerous schools in Nepal; and social engagement projects related to health, hunger, hygiene, the environment and women’s empowerment issues in the Himalayas.
Website: tergar.org