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The Art of Dying

Life’s greatest passage explained

The spiritual preparation for death – one of life’s greatest passages yet a fundamentally neglected aspect of existence – is addressed frontally by this very rare teaching.

The Art of Dying synthesizes modern insights into death as a biological phenomenon with the study of consciousness and great metaphysical teachings that highlight the evolutionary significance of death. In spiritual traditions death is considered as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for spiritual liberation. Read more

Duration:

4 days non-residential course

Suitability:

Fitting for everyone with a spiritual interest

Recommended book:

"The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying" by Sogyal Rinpoche

Dharmananda lecturing to students about key tantric principles
Art of Dying - students in meditation with head teacher Dharmananda
Dharmananda explaining to students the crown chakra in a Tantra retreat
Art of Dying - students in lecture
Art of Dying - students in lecture with Somananda
Art of Dying - one should aim to die consciously
Art of Dying - Head teacher Dharmananda explains to students the process of dying consciously
Art of Dying - preparing students for a tantric ritual
Art of Dying - students in lecture
Art of Dying - Somananda teaches students how to prepare for death spiritually

The moment of death is extraordinarily valuable from a spiritual standpoint. In short, this finale of human experience actually provides us with a chance at enlightenment.

Since death is inevitable (and sometimes a surprise) for all of us, Yoga implores us to prepare for it rather than avoid it, to confront it and become ready to make the most of this moment instead of finding ourselves helplessly caught off-guard.

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  • Art of Dying - Somananda explains why death is a rare spiritual opportunity

    You will learn this

    • Teachings on the true meaning of death in Yoga
    • The folklore of death vs. the process of dying according to the Tibetan understanding
    • Modern research on death, the dying process, and near-death experiences
    • Tibetan secrets on the right attitude toward death and its consequences
    • The Bardo Thodol, an ancient Tibetan manual of dying
    • The process of conscious death – how to practically assist yourself and others around you to a more spiritual death
    • The Tibetan Phowa technique – transfer of consciousness
    • A wide array of other resources, including methods from parapsychology, Hatha Yoga, shamanic processes, and secret tantric meditations
  • Dharmananda explains key tantric principles in a Tantra retreat

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    The Art of Dying Workshop helps train individuals to eliminate fears, recognize and understand the process of death, let go of misconceptions, and – through this exclusive yogic training – to transform this time of great uncertainty into a beneficial spiritual opportunity.

    One of the greatest ambitions of these teachings is to train participants not only to meet their own deaths fearlessly and with wisdom, but also to facilitate a more spiritual fate for others – helping loved ones, for example, to pass more happily, more consciously, and with more dignity.

    Let these teachings help you surpass your fears and adopt a beneficial attitude toward death, bringing this subject from ignorance into the light of knowledge in your own personal life.

  • Art of Dying - students in lecture

    Application

    For the purpose of creating a balanced and harmonious group, all our courses can be joined by application only.

    After making your course payment, you will receive an email with a link to an online Application Form. Please fill out the form completely and submit it. In addition to the Application Form, we may ask you to have a video call with one of our head teachers before a final decision about your participation can be made. 

    Once the application process is complete, an answer will be given to you within 5 working days. In the case of a negative answer, your payment will be fully refunded.

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Hear it from our students

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    "I can't believe how unprepared I was for death! It is the most important moment of our lives and yet we are all so unprepared. EVERYONE needs this knowledge!"

    Nella, Sweden

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    "This course really lifted the veils surrounding death and the afterlife. Every person on the planet needs these teachings. I'm so grateful I received this knowledge at this point in my life."

    Christian, Canada

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    “I recently had a near death experience and it made me realized how unprepared I was for death I truly was. Don’t do what I did. Death is the only certainty in life. This course is a must!"

    Gayle, UK

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    "We've waited 4 years to take this course! The online format made that dream a reality. We learned so much about the art of dying, and surprisingly about the art of living. How you live is how you die!"

    Josh and Shauna, USA

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    "This course helped me to drop so many outdated beliefs about death and the dying process. It not only taught me about the art of dying, but the art of LIVING!"

    Ann, USA

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    "The teachings about karma in this workshop had so much more depth and meaning when relating to death. I will definitely be evaluating my future actions and decisions with much more sincerity and clarity going forward. These teachings are rare and precious!"

    Phillip, USA

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    "I am surprised at how this course really touched me heart and soul. I thought it was going to be dark and morbid but amazingly I feel quite positive and optimistic. These teachings eliminated many of my fears and anxiety surrounding death."

    Kelty, USA

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    "If someone told you your house was going to burn down for sure in the future, you would prepare. But somehow our imminent death gets dismissed and overlooked. I am not going to delay anymore. I will start preparing for my own death and this workshop gave me the tools to do so. I'm so much more happy now!"

    Janita, Latvia

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    “My father died very unexpectedly. These teachings helped me to cope and to understand the process more deeply. I didn’t realize I could actually help him in the afterlife!"

    Siegbert, Germany

FAQ

Will the teachings conflict with my religious background?

The workshop is meant to give clarity and direction about the topic of death according to the Tibetan and yogic teachings.

On the surface, if you have a traditional religious background, you may perceive conflicts in the terminology or beliefs presented. However, you will also learn that in fact many spiritual and religious traditions have similar, if not the same, teachings about the process of death; it is often the case that simply different words are applied for the same concepts.

We would invite you to keep an open mind and take from the teachings what is useful for you.

Does this have anything to do with assisted suicide?

No. This workshop is entirely focused on a spiritual approach to the natural occurrence of death.

Is this workshop suited for a total beginner in spirituality?

Absolutely. Both beginners and experienced spiritual practitioners alike will gain a tremendous understanding of death and the confidence to deal with this subject in practical dimensions.

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