Awakening Dignity: A Weekend Retreat
July 4 – July 6 New York
With Phakchok Rinpoche and Sophie (Shu-chin) Wu
Hosted by Samye Hermitage and Samye Institute New York
Samye Hermitage and Samye Institute New York are delighted to offer a first-of-its-kind weekend retreat based on the book Awakening Dignity: A Guide to Living a Life of Deep Fulfillment, led by its co-authors, Phakchok Rinpoche and Sophie (Shu-chin) Wu.
This retreat marks the beginning of Phakchok Rinpoche’s summer teaching series at Samye Hermitage New York. It is open to everyone—both absolute beginners and seasoned practitioners. The Path of Dignity serves as a vital foundation for those who wish to explore the Path of Transformation and the Path of Realization.
Dignity, as taught in Awakening Dignity, is not something to be earned—it is an innate quality of wholeness and purity that lives within all of us. In a world increasingly marked by self-doubt, anxiety, and a sense of inadequacy, these teachings offer a powerful way to reclaim confidence, clarity, and compassion.
Through reflections, personal stories, and guided meditations—including practices such as embracing adversity and cultivating compassion—Rinpoche and Sophie Wu will offer practical tools to help awaken and embody our inherent dignity.
Who Should Attend?
This retreat is open to all who feel a sincere interest in these teachings, regardless of background or experience.
It is the first part of a three-part teaching series led by Phakchok Rinpoche during his residency at Samye Hermitage New York as part of the Samye Institute Summer Immersion. You’re warmly invited to attend one, two, or all three parts of the series—an extraordinary opportunity to receive teachings in the intimate setting of Rinpoche’s North American Dharma seat. Click here to register for the Summer Immersion
Retreat Schedule Highlights
Friday, July 4
- Afternoon – Registration opens
- Evening – Special musical performance to open the retreat
Saturday, July 5
- 7:00–8:00 AM – Meditation & Movement
- 8:00–9:00 AM – Breakfast
- 10:30 AM–12:00 PM – Awakening Dignity with Shu-chin Wu
- 12:00–1:00 PM – Lunch
- 1:30–2:30 PM – Service / Movement / Rest
- 2:30–4:00 PM – Awakening Dignity with Shu-chin Wu
- 4:30–5:30 PM – Personal Sitting Practice
- 5:00–6:00 PM – Phakchok Rinpoche Arrival
- 6:00–7:00 PM – Dinner
- 7:00–9:00 PM – Welcome with Phakchok Rinpoche & Musical Performance
Sunday, July 6
- 7:00–8:00 AM – Meditation & Movement
- 8:00–9:00 AM – Breakfast
- 9:00–10:00 AM – Service / Movement / Rest
- 10:30 AM–12:00 PM – Awakening Dignity with Phakchok Rinpoche
- 12:00–1:00 PM – Lunch
- 1:00–2:00 PM – Service / Movement / Rest
- 2:30–4:00 PM – Awakening Dignity with Phakchok Rinpoche
- 4:30–5:30 PM – Personal Sitting Practice
For more details and to register, please visit:
https://www.samyenewyork.org/programs/209/awakening-dignity-a-weekend-retreat/
