In Kapala Level III, we will go deeper into Machig Labdrön’s teachings and receive a profound new practice of hers.  Participants will also expand their FYD journey by working with collective demons, such as societal, cultural, and historical demons, and the demon of ego-clinging.

NOTE: All participants are expected to attend the sessions live (in-person via Zoom) rather than watching the recordings afterwards. In this case, recordings will be meant as a supplement for review after attending the sessions. However, exceptions for a specific session due to special personal circumstances may be allowed with advance notice and permission from the teacher. 

Who Can Attend?

• This is a required retreat for Magyu: The Mother Lineage Program.
• Anyone who has completed all prerequisites listed below.

Prerequisites:

Completion of: 

• Feeding Your Demons: Kapala Levels I and II (either on-site or online).
• FYD Processes: 
  • A total of 40 Solo + 20 Partner sessions
  • 10 Solo Extended Ally + 10 Partner Extended Ally processes (with- or without Journey)
• Practice Sessions: 
  • 80 sessions of Transmitting the Meaning of the Mother with Cutting the Four Demons Loose into Space
  • 80 sessions of Supplication to the Great Mother
  • 80 sessions of Taking & Waking

In Kapala Level III you will receive:

•   The practice and transmission of “Opening the Gate to Space”
•   Feeding Your Demons® with Dream figures
•   Collective Demons: Societal, Cultural, and Historical
•   Organizational and Group-dynamic Demons
•   The Fourth Demon: Ego-clinging

Recording Access: 
All participants will have a 1-year access period to the recordings.

What is a Tara Mandala Online Program?
Tara Mandala offers online programming via live and pre-recorded curriculum that give you the opportunity to access dharma teachings, engage in guided practice, experience personal retreat and hands-on learning, while connecting with other participants through easy-to-use online platforms and an engaged community network. When needed, the program description and schedule will inform you in advance if and when a specific online session must be attended live if a direct transmission (Tib. lung) may be given. Access to recordings of all sessions will be available for additional viewing for one year. 

Tara Mandala Pricing Guidelines
As we work to become an equitable, diverse and inclusive community, our pricing guidelines are intended to be a map, inviting each of us to take inventory of resources that contribute to our access to precious dharma teachings. While we do ask you to look inward, please know there is no right or wrong answer. We encourage you to select the range/rate appropriate to your circumstances. To learn more about Tara Mandala’s pricing guidelines for Online Programs, In-Person Retreats, and Special Promotions, please visit this page. 

Installment Payment Plan Option at Registration
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Offering dana to the teacher: The practice of offering dana, which means “generosity,” is the traditional offering the student makes to the teacher as a symbol of appreciation, gratitude, and reciprocity for receiving the precious teachings. Information on offering dana to the teacher will be provided during the program. To learn more about dana and suggested dana ranges, please click here.

Sustaining Sangha:
If you are currently a member of our Sustaining Sangha, you may apply your Online Program discount to this course. To learn more about Sustaining Sangha membership, benefits, and discounts, click here. 

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PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Listed times are the online portions of the retreat. All times are Mountain Daylight Time. Please use this link to see how this daily schedule translates into your time zone.

NOTE: All participants are expected to attend the sessions live (in-person via Zoom) rather than watching the recordings afterwards. In this case, recordings will be meant as a supplement for review after attending the sessions. However, exceptions for a specific session due to special personal circumstances may be allowed with advance notice and permission from the teacher. 

Wednesday, September 4, 2024
9:00am – 11:00am MT: Opening Session
12:30pm – 2:30pm MT: Teaching Session
3:30pm – 4:15pm MT: Practice Session

Thursday, September 5, 2024
7:00am – 7:45am MT: Practice Session
9:00am – 11:00am MT: Teaching Session
12:30pm – 2:30pm MT: Teaching Session
3:30pm – 4:15pm MT: Practice Session

Friday, September 6, 2024
7:00am – 7:45am MT: Practice Session
9:00am – 11:00am MT: Teaching Session
12:30pm – 2:30pm MT: Teaching Session
3:30pm – 4:15pm MT: Practice Session

Saturday, September 7, 2024
7:00am – 7:45am MT: Practice Session
9:00am – 11:00am MT: Teaching Session
12:30pm – 2:30pm MT: Teaching Session
3:30pm – 4:15pm MT: Practice Session

Sunday, September 8, 2024
7:00am – 7:45am MT: Practice Session
10:00am – 12:00pm: Closing Session and Tsog (Ritual Feast)