Online Workshops
Explore a variety of health & wellness topics presented by our director, Tibetan Medicine doctor Phuntsog Wangmo, and special guests.
Upcoming Workshops
Each month, we offer a new online workshop. Register to join live or watch the replay.
All Workshops
Upcoming: Diabetes According to Tibetan Medicine
According to Tibetan Medicine, the main cause of all internal diseases, including diabetes, is indigestion. Specifically, diabetes is also related to the excess of the earth and water elements in the body (bad kan - phlegm), which is cold and heavy in nature and can cause dehydration, confusion, weight gain, cardiovascular issues, and depression.
Tibetan Self-Massage
Learn how to use self-massage and acupressure points to help yourself with headaches, insomnia, pain relief, indigestion, relaxation, joint health, and more.
Precious Wisdom: Gemstones for Healing
In this special workshop, Dr. Phuntsog Wangmo shares Traditional Tibetan Medicine and Tibetan Astrology knowledge of the nature and colors of specific gemstones and how they can help harmonize the elements and protect you from physical and energetic obstacles.
Tibetan Healing Wisdom for Women
This course will teach you the ancient wisdom of Tibetan Medicine with an easy to understand and easy to apply modern day perspective on the female reproductive system. You will learn how to keep your system healthy, common imbalances that can arise, and simple remedies to restore balance. We will explore a range of topics including common menstrual issues, fertility, and postpartum care.
Medicine from the Heart: The Ethics of Healing
His Eminence Garchen Rinpoche, a living example of an authentic enlightened being and a great Bodhisattva, will share His wisdom on the ethics of healing from the Tibetan Buddhism perspective as one of the foremost Buddhist masters and accomplished Tibetan Lamas alive in this world today.
Men's Health
In this workshop, you will learn about the elements that are more predominant in male bodies, health conditions that are more likely to arise, male reproductive organs and their health, and practical diet & lifestyle recommendations to promote men’s physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Harmonizing the Fire Element: Balancing Anger & Promoting Wellness in Daily Life
Join us to explore the physiology of the Fire Element, and its role in the emotion of anger. Drawing from the traditions of Buddhist Dharma and Tibetan Medicine, we will learn how the Fire Element operates in our physical bodies, energies, and our mind. Discover theory and practical tools for balancing emotional health and promoting general wellness by working with the Fire Element within ourselves.
Balancing the Wind for Mental Health
Join us to explore rlung, or Wind Element, and its connection with attachment and mental health. Drawing from the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism, Tibetan Medicine, and Tibetan Yoga, we will learn how the Wind Element operates in the body, energy, and mind, and what we can do to bring it into balance.
Cultivating Compassion for Daily Life and Global Peace
His Eminence Garchen Rinpoche, a living example of an authentic enlightened being and a great Bodhisattva, will share His wisdom on cultivating compassion and melting the ice block of self-grasping from the Tibetan Buddhism Perspective as one of the foremost Buddhist masters and accomplished Tibetan Lamas alive in this world today.
External Observations in Tibetan Medicine
In this course, led by experienced Tibetan Medicine practitioner Menpa Phuntsog Wangmo, you will learn how to discern and interpret the many observable signs communicated by your bodily systems, providing you with the knowledge and practical tools necessary to obtain an early and accurate diagnosis of your inner health.
Healing Power of the Five Elements
With a brief overview of the impact of stress, and research into Tibetan mind/body practices for health and wellbeing, this course will deep-dive into:
The theoretical matrix of the five elements in the Tibetan Medicine Tradition
The practical application of the related mind-body techniques of Tibetan Yoga for coordinating the elemental energies
Tibetan Honey Wine
Join Menpa Phuntsog Wangmo for this special workshop where you will learn all about medicinal chang and how to prepare this wonderful traditional Tibetan medicine that is made with easy-to-find ingredients and helps with "rlung" or wind energy disorders, including stress, fear, anxiety, loss of memory and mental focus, short temper, insomnia, and more.
Tibetan Medicine and Psychology
In this workshop, you will learn the history of Tibetan Medicine, basic concepts and general overview of mental health in Tibetan Medicine, specific understanding of mental health in Tibetan Medicine, causes and symptoms of mental problems according to Tibetan Medicine, basic treatment for mental health according to Tibetan Medicine.
Mental Health: In-Depth Program
In this extended course you will learn: General Overview & History of Tibetan Psychology, Core Theories of Tibetan Psychology, Foundations of Tibetan Medicine and Mental Health, Relationship Between Physical Body and Mental Health, Tibetan Psychology Based on Personalities, Connection Between Dreams and Mental Health, Symptoms and Treatments, Prevention Strategies
Healing Science of Mental Wellness
Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche will offer precious teachings on the Buddhist conception of the three poisons of ignorance, anger, and attachment that condition our mental state and characterize our daily experience. He will then lead us through effective and profound meditation methods for cultivating the naturally peaceful and positive potential of the mind.
Facing Death: Teachings on the Bardo
Join us for an exploration of Tibetan Buddhist teachings on death, dying and the state of the Bardo in this four part series on facing death and the end of life transition, featuring Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche, Venerable Sogan Rinpoche, Menpa Phuntsog Wangmo, and Steven Landsberg!