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Kirsten DeLeo

Teacher, Trainer and Author

Kirsten is a meditation teacher, author and trainer in the field of contemplative care.

 
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Interested in becoming a Buddhist chaplain?
Interested in becoming a Buddhist chaplain?

Buddhist chaplaincy - an exciting new field in Europe.

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New on youtube: Accompanying Living and Dying
New on youtube: Accompanying Living and Dying

Youtube talk on accompanying living and dying, Buddhist Chaplaincy Series/Sati Center, California

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New article
New article

Walking alongside a dying person is a tremendous catalyst to grow up spiritually and as a human being.

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PRESENT through the End

This small guide is more than a book. It is a trusted companion and go-to resource for everyone supporting someone at the end of life—from the moment we first learn that someone is dying through the time of death and beyond.

Available in German and Dutch. Jetzt auch auf Deutsch erhältlich.

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Upcoming Events

Events
Moving into Meditation
May 21
Moving into Meditation

5-day silent meditation retreat

This retreat is for anyone who wants to re-charge and deepen their personal meditation practice and experience how the simple movement exercises of Kum Nye (a Tibetan Yoga) can advance our path.

Making Friends With Death
Sep 19
Making Friends With Death

Sept 19-21 Is it possible to come to terms with or even make friends with our own mortality and those dear to us?

The Practice of Tonglen
Nov 14
The Practice of Tonglen

Changing our world, one breath at a time / West Cork, Ireland. Tonglen is one of the most powerful compassion meditations to unblock our natural capacity for love.

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