01/16/2026
Dear Dharma Friends,
We are delighted to invite you to a special series of teachings and meditation gatherings in January 2026 with Khenpo Yeshi Rinpoche, offering rare guidance on Dzogchen, Bodhicitta, and the nature of mind. We warmly welcome you to attend one or more of these precious events.
🕊 The Cuckoo of Rigpa
Teachings on the Six Vajra Verses of Dzogchen
with Khenpo Yeshi Rinpoche
Meditation Master, Buddhist Scholar
Faculty at UC Berkeley · Doctoral Candidate
https://6VajraVerses_Khenpo.eventbrite.com
📅 Saturday & Sunday, January 17–18, 2026
🕰 10:00 AM–12:00 PM (CST)
📍 Austin Ratna Shri
The Cuckoo of Rigpa, also known as the Six Vajra Verses, is one of the most profound and direct Dzogchen texts, pointing unmistakably to the nature of mind (rigpa). In these teachings, Khenpo Yeshi Rinpoche will carefully unpack the meaning of these essential verses, guiding participants toward direct recognition of awareness beyond effort, concepts, and elaboration.
These teachings are suitable for sincere practitioners at all levels and offer a rare opportunity to receive authentic instruction on the Great Perfection.
🌸 Bodhicitta & Meditation
Teachings on the Heart of the Mahayana Path
with Khenpo Yeshi Rinpoche
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/11718-bodhicitta-loving-kindness-meditation-with-khenpo-yeshi-rinpoche-tickets-1980345449549?aff=oddtdtcreator
📅 Saturday & Sunday, January 17–18, 2026
🕰 Saturday: 6:00–8:00 PM
🕰 Sunday: 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Del Sol Yoga & Kung Fu
This weekend of teachings explores Bodhicitta—the awakened heart that seeks enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. Through teachings and guided meditation, Khenpo Yeshi Rinpoche will share practical and profound instruction on cultivating compassion, wisdom, and clarity in daily life and formal practice. More about Del Sol Yoga & Kung Fu! https://www.delsolaustin.com/
🌙 Meditation in the Driftwood Dome
Introduction to Meditating on the Nature of Mind
with Khenpo Yeshi Rinpoche
https://Meditate_in_the_dome_with-KhenpoYeshi.eventbrite.com
📅 Tuesday, January 20, 2026
🕰 7:00–8:30 PM
📍 The Driftwood Dome
Join us for an evening of meditation instruction and practice in this sacred space designed especially for group meditation. Khenpo Yeshi Rinpoche will offer introductory teachings on resting in the nature of mind, followed by guided and silent meditation.
🧘 Please bring a meditation cushion or yoga mat, and a blanket for comfort.
💠 This event is donation-based. Offerings go directly to Khenpo Yeshi Rinpoche, with a portion supporting Earth Drifters’ renovation of the Driftwood Dome.
More about Earth Drifters https://www.earthdrifters.com
More about Austin Ratna Shri https://www.dakinisprings.com/austin-ratna-shri
We rejoice in the opportunity to gather and practice together under the guidance of Khenpo Yeshi Rinpoche and hope you will be able to join us for these meaningful teachings.
May All Beings Benefit & Realize the Natural State
Email Elizabeth Smiley Rhealacks at Austin.Ratna.Shri@gmail.com with questions or for more info
