Community Events

By Alison Driscoll Hearing about the teachings before taking the vows The Refuge & Bodhisattva Vow ceremonies took place at Pawo Khandro Ling, The Wisdom Seat meditation hall, both live and online, on Sunday, September 28th. Capably led by Michael Carroll, as preceptor, the ceremonies were uplifted and inspiring. Michael spoke about the view, practice, and conduct of each of the Refuge and Bodhisattva vow and prior to the ceremony spoke with each of those who took one or the

This Summer SOULstice gathering was the third annual mini-retreat, and the excitement in the air was unmistakable. Coming together in person felt incredible. Sharing food and practicing together were highlights of the day. The pot-luck format encouraged everyone to contribute their favorite dishes. It was a beautiful reminder of how food can unite us, fostering connections and lively conversations that flowed as freely as the laughter around the table. With around 15 people a

By Susanna Lack, Retreat Director In October 2024, we held the first Wisdom Seat  (TWS) Retreat at the Karma Triyana Dharmachakra (KTD)  monastery in the delightful upstate New York Catskill Mountains.  Michael Carroll, cofounder of The Wisdom Seat, led this transformative 8-day practice intensive, supported by members of T​WS staff. The retreat was designed to help participants deepen their mindfulness-awareness meditation and integrate it into daily life. The retreat includ

This retreat, held from June 26th to July 6th at Drala Mountain Center, was guided by esteemed teachers Michael Carroll, Susan Piver, Michele Sapanaro, and Maho Kawachi, the retreat explored the concepts of authentic presence and the feminine principle. Over the course of ten days, participants immersed themselves in a supportive and spacious community, engaging in deep study, meditation, and the practice of letting go.

In this all-day mini-retreat with Corina Benner, we celebrated the beginning of summer at Pawo Khandro Ling.

From June 20th to June 26th, we gathered at Drala Mountain Center to explore the mindfulness-awareness meditation practice.