BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Clear Sky Meditation Centre - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Clear Sky Meditation Centre REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20190310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20191103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20200308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20201101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20210314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20211107T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220117 DTSTAMP:20251208T065050Z CREATED:20211119T182242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T065050Z UID:13186-1642118400-1642377599@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Pārami: Practices for Freedom 2022 DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/parami-practices-for-freedom/ CATEGORIES:Group Retreats,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/scales-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220201T203000 DTSTAMP:20251208T070941Z CREATED:20211111T205753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T070941Z UID:13043-1641927600-1643747400@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Beyond Coping (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/beyond-coping-online-2/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Beyond-Coping-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T103000 DTSTAMP:20260310T102315Z CREATED:20211021T171001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T102315Z UID:12913-1635411600-1635417000@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Conscious Awakening Community - Presented by Humanity Rising DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/conscious-awakening-community/ LOCATION:Clear Sky Meditation Center\, 3567 Cockell Road\, PO BOX 19\, Fort Steele\, British Columbia\, V0B 1NO\, Canada CATEGORIES:Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/humanity-rising-day-349.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211025T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211115T210000 DTSTAMP:20251209T102732Z CREATED:20210124T010228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T102732Z UID:9445-1635190200-1637010000@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Zen Online Course DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/zen-online-course-2/ CATEGORIES:Group Retreats,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Zen-online-course.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211026T203000 DTSTAMP:20251212T072610Z CREATED:20210805T130624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T072610Z UID:11795-1633460400-1635280200@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Beyond Coping (Online and In-Person) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/beyond-coping-online/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Beyond-Coping-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211003 DTSTAMP:20251206T090513Z CREATED:20210806T032248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T090513Z UID:12039-1632528000-1633219199@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Seven Rays of Healing with Medicine Buddha (Online + CS & Germany Residential) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/seven-ray-of-healing/ LOCATION:Clear Sky Meditation Center\, 3567 Cockell Road\, PO BOX 19\, Fort Steele\, British Columbia\, V0B 1NO\, Canada CATEGORIES:Group Retreats,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Seven-Rays-of-Healing-Feature.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210911T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T120000 DTSTAMP:20251209T100257Z CREATED:20210725T234655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T100257Z UID:11727-1631354400-1634385600@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Integrating Mindfulness: Tools for Holistic Living (Online or In-Person) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/integrating-mindfulness-tools-for-holistic-living-online/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Coaching,Group Retreats,Integrating Mindfulness,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Integrating-Mindfulness-Feature.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210821 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210901 DTSTAMP:20251209T094422Z CREATED:20210702T232120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T094422Z UID:11330-1629504000-1630454399@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Dzogchen Meditation Retreat: Online DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/dzogchen-meditation-retreat-aug-2021/ LOCATION:Clear Sky Meditation Center\, 3567 Cockell Road\, PO BOX 19\, Fort Steele\, British Columbia\, V0B 1NO\, Canada CATEGORIES:Group Retreats,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/2021-Events-Square-Graphics.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210813 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210816 DTSTAMP:20251209T085656Z CREATED:20210123T185007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T085656Z UID:9227-1628812800-1629071999@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Clear Sky's Sweet 16 & Tantric Empowerments DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/sweet-sixteen-and-tantric-empowerments/ CATEGORIES:Group Retreats,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Sweet-Sixteen-Square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210709 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210717 DTSTAMP:20251209T100002Z CREATED:20210117T013556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T100002Z UID:9386-1625788800-1626479999@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Summer Meditation Retreat: Breathing 2021 DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/summer-meditation-retreat-breathing/ CATEGORIES:Group Retreats,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Screen-Shot-2021-01-16-at-5.19.11-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210619T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210619T160000 DTSTAMP:20251208T065449Z CREATED:20210416T220228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T065449Z UID:10136-1624093200-1624118400@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Come to your Senses: A Day to Practice Deep Mindfulness (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/come-to-your-senses-a-day-to-practice-deep-mindfulness-online/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-05-08-at-5.26.59-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210626 DTSTAMP:20251209T095821Z CREATED:20210102T201811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T095821Z UID:9346-1624060800-1624665599@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Exploring the Bardo of Now (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/exploring-the-bardo-of-now/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Screen-Shot-2021-01-02-at-11.55.40-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210604 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210607 DTSTAMP:20251209T090726Z CREATED:20210415T161214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T090726Z UID:10174-1622764800-1623023999@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Buddhist Women in the 2020’s (Online Course) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/buddhist-women-2020s-menla-course/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-05-08-at-5.21.50-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210527T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210527T180000 DTSTAMP:20251205T084805Z CREATED:20210415T154712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T084805Z UID:10129-1622134800-1622138400@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Buddhist Women in the 2020’s (Introduction) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/buddhist-women-2020s-menla-talk/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-05-08-at-5.24.24-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210517T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210607T210000 DTSTAMP:20251209T095123Z CREATED:20210102T192934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T095123Z UID:9216-1621279800-1623099600@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Discovering Your Buddha Nature: Teachings of Gampopa (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/discovering-your-buddha-nature/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Discovering-your-Buddha-Nature-feautre.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210403T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210508T110000 DTSTAMP:20251209T101746Z CREATED:20201109T051751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T101746Z UID:9106-1617444000-1620471600@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Money & Spirituality: Integrating Spiritual and Material (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/money-spirituality-online/ LOCATION:Clear Sky Meditation Center\, 3567 Cockell Road\, PO BOX 19\, Fort Steele\, British Columbia\, V0B 1NO\, Canada CATEGORIES:Coaching,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/money-and-spirituality-feature.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210313T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210313T160000 DTSTAMP:20251209T100805Z CREATED:20210220T192718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T100805Z UID:9744-1615626000-1615651200@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Come to your Senses: A Day to Practice Deep Mindfulness (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/come-to-your-senses/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/come_to_your_senses_feature.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210126T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T203000 DTSTAMP:20251205T091345Z CREATED:20201128T201347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T091345Z UID:9278-1611687600-1613507400@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Beyond Coping (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/beyond-coping-online-course/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Beyond-Coping.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210111T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T134759Z CREATED:20201115T191834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T134759Z UID:9214-1610393400-1612386000@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:The Abhidhamma: A Study of Consciousness (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/the-abhidhamma/ LOCATION:Clear Sky Meditation Center\, 3567 Cockell Road\, PO BOX 19\, Fort Steele\, British Columbia\, V0B 1NO\, Canada CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Abhidhamma-Feature.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201219T140000 DTSTAMP:20201109T054948Z CREATED:20200905T170047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T054948Z UID:8818-1607097600-1608386400@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Winter Meditation Retreat: The Kasinas DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/kasina-retreat/ CATEGORIES:Group Retreats,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Clear-Sky-Winter-retreat-kasinas.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201027T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T203000 DTSTAMP:20251209T090122Z CREATED:20200913T181920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T090122Z UID:9028-1603825200-1605645000@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Rediscovering the Joys of Your Work (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/rediscovering-the-joys-of-your-work/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Rediscovering-Joys.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201012T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201102T210000 DTSTAMP:20260310T102606Z CREATED:20200910T032602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T102606Z UID:8823-1602531000-1604350800@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Eye of the Storm: Navigating the Modern World (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/eye-of-the-storm/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/aerial-view-atmosphere-clouds-cold-front-76969-e1585193414265.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201003T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201004T163000 DTSTAMP:20251206T091936Z CREATED:20200906T165108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T091936Z UID:8895-1601717400-1601829000@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Crouching Ego\, Hidden Buddhas (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/crouching-ego-hidden-buddhas/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Clear-Sky-Crouching-Ego-Main.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200927T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200927T170000 DTSTAMP:20251209T094756Z CREATED:20200906T175747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T094756Z UID:8922-1601218800-1601226000@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Contemplating 400 Years of Inequality (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/400-years-of-inequality/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Screen-Shot-2020-09-18-at-10.33.15-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200807T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200821T140000 DTSTAMP:20250823T080917Z CREATED:20200717T175448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T080917Z UID:8741-1596816000-1598018400@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Event Template DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/event-template/ CATEGORIES:Group Retreats,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/palm-eye.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200807T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200821T140000 DTSTAMP:20200717T173929Z CREATED:20191020T203036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200717T173929Z UID:7879-1596816000-1598018400@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Mastering the Sixteen Stages of Insight (Online & In-person Retreat) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/sixteen-stages-insight-2020/ CATEGORIES:Group Retreats,Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/palm-eye.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200615T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200712T160000 DTSTAMP:20251124T062729Z CREATED:20200313T154203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T062729Z UID:8186-1592249400-1594569600@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Beyond the Cushion: Awakening our Highest Potential (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/beyond-cushion-awakening-highest-potential-online/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/https-cdn.evbuc_.com-images-78554115-115568925969-1-original.20191029-025748-e1584550141794.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Clear Sky Center":MAILTO:contact@clearskycenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200502T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200606T113000 DTSTAMP:20200427T181300Z CREATED:20191015T203536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T181300Z UID:7856-1588413600-1591443000@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Ignite Your Spiritual Life (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/ignite-spiritual-life-2020/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screen-Shot-2020-02-02-at-8.33.41-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20200428T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20200428T100000 DTSTAMP:20251124T061211Z CREATED:20200425T150000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T061211Z UID:8304-1588064400-1588068000@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:Tuesdays with McAllister DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/tuesdays-with-mcallister/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Screen-Shot-2020-04-11-at-11.12.23-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200406T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200503T210000 DTSTAMP:20250823T081808Z CREATED:20200214T184357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T081808Z UID:8140-1586201400-1588539600@www.clearskycenter.org SUMMARY:The Four Foundations of Mindfulness: The Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta (Online) DESCRIPTION:An Online Course February 12th – March 12th\, 2023Sundays: 9:00-10:30am MDT *Click here to see your timezone * Recordings available for those who cannot attend live* Includes: Sunday Afternoon Master Classes & a Weekend Home Retreat  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “We don’t think full liberation is possible any more without an understanding and an integration of the stages” –Qapel and Sensei Whether or not you’ve heard of Integral Spirituality\, perhaps you’re realizing that being in a good state isn’t enough.  For compassionate action we also need to work on our stages of development for how we show up in the world. Join us for Integral Spirituality II – a participatory workshop series to share our latest work mapping key areas of spiritual growth – and to work together co-creating the next iteration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Applying Integral Theory to modern spiritual practice. \n \n \n \n Once we understand the theory of Integral Spirituality – and the importance of developing our stages as well as our states – what next?  How do we apply that directly in our lives in a way most relevant for meditators and spiritual seekers? This four week interactive and participatory workshop is to share our explorations and co-creations for an invaluable integral spirituality map for Dharma practice and 21st century awakening. Both for our individual journeys\, and for those of us who teach or help others\, a map of the territory of spiritual growth reveals the work to be done for unfoldment. In this course\, we’ll share insightful and fascinating pieces of the maps we’ve created so far\, and draw on group wisdom to further explore.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What are the key areas of growth for Dharma practitioners to develop outside of meditation?  There are many fascinating areas to explore – to name but a few:  Common stages of spiritual unfoldmentDana and relationship to moneyIntegration of action\, career and DharmaInterpersonal development and sexual relationshipLevel of maturity how we relate to SanghaStages of growth of Sangha / community health Steps on the journey from guru to group guruPicking some of these themes to work with\, we’ll explore some of the typical stages of growth and development\, and work together to enrich these.  What are the patterns of growth in ourselves and others?  How can we support others to grow?  These are the kind of questions we’ll dig into together. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Only death would have prevented me from attending this course\, and even then\, my consciousness would most likely have been eavesdropping from another realm/bardo."\n\n-Brendan R. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n States and Stages: Why Study Integral Spirituality?Meditation is essential – but there are parts of us\, such as\, how we show up with others\, that aren’t touched by this alone. Meditation can help us get in a good state but doesn’t necessarily lead us to higher stages of maturity. Stages reflect hard-won growth of understanding\, emotional and social range and depth\, integration and functionality in the world\, and incorporation and transformation of the shadow. Without transformative work that touches every part of our lives\, our spiritual growth and our capacity for compassion is incomplete. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Only by working on our stages\, in parallel to developing a clear radiant meditative state\, can we truly blossom on our spiritual paths.  This means learning how to recognize how stages are ingrained in the subtleties of our lives\, bodies\, language and behaviors\, so that we can highlight the areas for development. Ultimately the stages work presented in integral spirituality helps us find the strength and wisdom we need to flourish in difficult times\, to be of service to the world. Integral spirituality is a comprehensive approach of transformation working with body\, mind\, spirit and shadow. Planet Dharma’s training path consisting of the 4 pillars of karma yoga/meditation-in-action\, study (of Dharma\, science\, psychology\, etc)\, meditation\, and shadow – embodies this integral approach. Qapel and Sensei’s 30+ combined years of training work with students shows the great power of this work of developing stages\, both for deepening a student’s Dharma practice\, as well as their functionality and flourishing in life. Course Learning Goals Learn our latest working mapping 21st century awakening around key areas of transformation in your work\, money\, relationships\, intimacy/sex\, the shadow\, and other areas of life.Work together to co-create a framework for integrating your meditation/spiritual practice with your everyday life.Deepen your knowledge of  how to skilfully combine traditional wisdom teachings with the latest discoveries in science and psychology\, to foster a well rounded spiritual practice suited for the complexities of the 21st century.Explore and share real-life examples of the integral path of spiritual training and learn how to place these on our evolving map  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Case Study on States and Stages – Duncan CryleMuch of my life I’ve been a nice guy on the surface\, and aggressively competitive underneath. On one hand\, I wouldn’t like to hold people accountable or get into conflict. And on the other hand I would roll over people to get what I wanted.  Working with the Teachers and inside the melting pot of sangha at our meditation centre\, I eventually hit a point where this ego strategy simply stopped working. Despite having a strong meditation practice and experiencing clear meditative ‘states’ I had to finally witness these blind ‘stages’. I started to see the huge cost this was having to me and others. This was immensely healing as I began to see how these unseen ‘stage’ related patterns drove so many unhelpful and unhappy patterns in my life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Duncan's Blog\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Video: The Fourth Turning (Integral Spirituality and Integral Buddhism)Ken Wilber\, the founder of integral theory\, describes the ‘fourth turning of the wheel’ for the world’s great spiritual traditions\, including Buddhism. Wilber describes the need to make a new spirituality – one that transcends and includes the old traditions\, while also adding new material. These new additions should be compatible with the old\, but brings paths like Buddhism up to date in the modern and post-modern world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "World class teachings from world class people! Doug and Catherine Sensei are the real deal and they ultimately want one thing for you - to guide you toward awakening with totality and intelligence." -Nishta M. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet Your Teachers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei are Dharma and meditation teachers who founded Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, BC\, Canada. Achariya Doug Duncan received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 1978\, and is a lineage holder in that teaching. Known for his direct\, humourous and compassionate engagement with students\, Doug embraces various traditions\, contemporary psychology\, and science\, to mentor all beings to a more awakened state. Catherine Pawasarat has trained daily with Acariya Doug Duncan since 1998 in an intensive spiritual apprenticeship that is rare in the modern West. She received lay ordination from Namgyal Rinpoche in 2003. In addition to Buddhist philosophy and its applications to daily life\, Catherine also draws on generative living and the arts. With Doug she is co-founder of Clear Sky Retreat Center in the BC Rockies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine Pawasarat Sensei \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Qapel Doug Duncan \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course DetailsTime and LocationEach of the four weekly classes in this online course will be video streamed live on Sundays from 9:00-10:30am MST. The recording will be available for one week after each class. Study and Meditation Opportunities in addition to the classes include Master Classes on three Sundays at 3pm MST\, and a weekend Flash Retreat following the final Monday class. What Does the Course Cost?We offer this course on the basis of dāna\, as well as an admin fee of $100 (USD). The admin is to cover the costs of running these online courses – for equipment and software to provide you the teachings online. For our teachings itself – You may have come across this is the form of “pay from the heart”. Dāna is a Sanskrit term meaning “generosity”. With dāna\, we give as a mutual exchange of generosity. It’s our joy to offer this course\, and we trust you’ll match our time\, energy\, and passion by giving an amount of money that feels good and healthy to both you and us. We suggest a range between $120 and $500 for this four week course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n All Integral Teachings will be on Sundays – with a new format of two 90 minute sessions per weekSunday Feb 12th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday Feb 19th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pmMSTSunday Feb 26th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTSunday March 5th: Class 9-10:30am\, Workshop 3-4:30pm MSTThe formal and participatory teachings for this course will occur on four Sundays. There will be a formal class in the morning (9-10:30am MT)\, followed by personal time for reflection and study and then a participatory workshop in the afternoon (3-4:30pm). Flash RetreatMarch 10-12\, 2023Flash Retreat Weekend: March 11-12thTo deepen and integrate your experience\, the final weekend during the course will be a Flash Retreat (Saturday and Sunday\, March 11-12th). This can be done at home\, or together with us at Clear Sky Meditation Centre\, in Eastern British Columbia. During the flash retreat you will focus on reflection\, investigation and study of the integral content. Formal class/workshop times will also be held at 9:30-10:30am\, 11-12pm and 2-3pm Mountain Time. NOTE: There is just one course registration which includes all classes\, workshops and the flash retreat. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions about attending the Flash Retreat from Clear Sky? Contact Ava@clearskycenter.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why We Study Integral SpiritualityWe use and study integral theory and spirituality because it is our lineage’s mandate to take the teachings of awakening to new places. Namgyal Rinpoche was known for incorporating diverse teachings of awakening\, and we continue to do so – whether from traditional Buddhism\, western mysteries\, psychology\, science and even business management. We aim to co-create a universalist and 21st-century framework for international students of Dharma. Planet Dharma’s four pillars and five principles for bringing depth practice into every aspect of life – embodies a very integral approach. Our home meditation center\, Clear Sky\, is a living lab for integrating the spiritual path into every aspect of life: community\, shadow work\, and functionality. In short\, integral spirituality is not a textbook to us\, but something we are actively embodying every day. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nSangha power – consider organizing or joining regional in-person or online sangha groups to support one another during the online courses and Flash Retreats.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n "Such a privilege to be part of the clear\, flowing\, powerful current of a living teaching-----it sweeps you along into unimaginable depths of peace\, unboundedness and pure heartedness." -Renata D. URL:https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/four-foundations-mindfulness-satipa%e1%b9%ad%e1%b9%adhana-sutta-online/ CATEGORIES:Online Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.clearskycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/WhiteRupaHead-el-patojo-e1584549914373.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR