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On pilgrimage we open heartedly visit holy
sites where great masters have meditated. As we do this we
leave behind our usual comforts and luxuries and joyfully
surrender to the journey so that we can allow ourselves to
feel the ever-present blessings that awaken deep spiritual
insight.
In Tibet, people went on pilgrimage by foot
and often prostrated all the way. They knew that the more
obstacles they faced the better it was for purification. Purification
means that more spacious attitudes are created in everyday
life rather than automatically following narrow negative habits.
In purifying one can then lead life in fearless dignity, with
respect to oneself and others. It is therefore very important
to see obstacles as an opportunity to deepen the practice
of the pilgrimage.
Since childhood, Khandro-la's family vacations
were pilgrimages to holy sites. Together they would make puja
offerings, hoist prayer flags, offer butter lamps and meditate
deeply at these sites, sending powerful energies to all beings.
So she has enjoyed the wisdom and adventure of this spiritual
practice for many years. Khandro-la has many stories and experiences
with her masters and parents on these journeys of fun and
devotion.
Khandro-la is now focussing on leading pilgrimages
as a spiritual practice. She enjoys sharing her expertise
of the Himalayan regions, her family connections to the great
places and practitioners of this area, and acting as a cultural
bridge between east and west.
It is a very special experience to go on pilgrimage
with Khandro-la. Lives have been transformed and deep spiritual
insights awakened. At the very least it is a fun and adventurous
journey.
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