Collective healing ceremony at the Machig Ling Buddhist center.

Collective Healing Ceremony performed and offered by Chödpa Lama Rinpoche
Open to everyone, you can come with family and friends to benefit from a very ancient practice from Tibetan Buddhism, allowing the release of subtle obstacles causing health problems or even difficulties in one’s life situations.
Admission is completely free, it would be good to arrive around 2:30 pm for those wishing to participate in this healing ceremony.
LONG CHÖD PRACTICE AT THE MACHIG LING CENTER IN RIVEL
Sunday, January 11, 2026 with Chodpa Lama Rinpoche.
Dear friends,
We invite you to participate in the **Long Chöd day** on **Sunday, January 11, 2026**, from approximately **8:00 am to 5:30 pm**.
In order to properly organize **meals, the tsok offering, and accommodations**, please let us know:
* if you wish to participate,
* if you will be staying **both Saturday and Sunday nights**, **only Saturday night**, or if you will **arrive Sunday morning** before the start of the practice.
Please send this information to **Laetitia** by text message at 06 69 42 13 15 to facilitate the organization.
Also consider **carpooling**!
With joy and gratitude in the Dharma,
**The Center Team**
More information and reservations:
Laetitia: 06 69 42 13 15
Denis: 06 41 38 64 51

Christmas market 2025

It is with immense joy that we announce our Christmas Market, which will be held on Saturday, December 6th and Sunday, December 7th, 2025 at the Machig Ling Buddhist Center.
A moment of sharing, creativity, and warmth.

Come and immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of Christmas in the heart of an inspiring and peaceful place: the Buddhist Center opens its doors for a unique Christmas market, dedicated to conviviality, discovery, and kindness.

✨ Program:

  • Talented local artisans: jewelry, handcrafted items, gourmet treats, and many other handmade treasures.
  • Speakers from the center who will share their practices and knowledge about meditation, well-being, and serenity.
  • Relaxation areas and a bright and friendly atmosphere.
  • Food available on-site, to enjoy an even warmer moment.
  • Tastings of sweet treats and delicious drinks, for the pleasure of your taste buds and your heart.
  • And to enhance the atmosphere, Bernard, musician, singer, and guitarist, will be there with his wonderful energy and joyful melodies! 

 Let yourself be inspired by this unique place where calm, beauty, and generosity reign. Come and browse, chat, give, and treat yourself to a moment of simple joy before the holidays.

 Free entry – Smiles welcome!

Throughout the weekend, you can enjoy refreshments at the Karuna Café – the Café of Compassion, our community café, where comforting hot drinks, homemade juices, and delicious homemade treats await you.

Laetitia: 06.69.42.13.15
Denis: 06.41.38.64.51
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for sharing this announcement with those around you, so that the light and joy of Christmas may shine in our hearts and our networks.
With all our friendship,
The Machig Ling Center Team

Sangha Day at the Mindfulness Center in Perpignan

Buddhist Practice and Teaching Day Open to All
Sunday, November 23 — 7:00 AM to 1:30 PM
At the Mindfulness Center, a Sangha morning dedicated to practice, sharing, and joy.
Come practice, exchange, receive teachings from Rinpoche, and — why not — laugh together
Rinpoche’s Presence:
Rinpoche will be with us from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM for practices and teachings, and will then share lunch with the group.
 Tibetan Meal (optional)
It is possible to order a Tibetan plate for 12€.
 Reservations with Laetitia by text message at +33 6 69 42 13 15.
Please reserve in advance!
 Program for the Day
Morning:
• 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Meditation or prostrations
• 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Preparation for Rinpoche’s arrival and Zoom setup
• 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Calling the Lama
• 9:30 AM – 10:10 AM: Preliminary practice and Tara practice
• 10:10 AM – 10:30 AM: Break
• 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM: Chöd practice
• 11:45 AM – 1:30 PM: Teachings by Rinpoche
• 1:30 PM: Lunch break and time for socializing
Participation
• 5€ for the morning
• 10€ for the full day
(valid for members and non-members)
 We will be happy to welcome you, even for just part of the day.
With kindness and gratitude,
The Mindfulness Center Team

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14th DENTOG CHIGMA RETREAT

From July 26th to August 2nd

It is with immense joy that we announce the 14th Chöd Retreat, which will take place for the first time at our new Machig Ling center, located in Rivel, Aude, France.

Surrounded by mountains, forests, and a peaceful river at the foot of the center, this sacred place was born thanks to the commitment of the entire team, friends of the Dharma, and under the loving guidance of our master, Chodpa Lama Rinpoche.

From the beginning of the retreat, practitioners will have the rare opportunity to receive the Chöd initiation, as well as profound teachings related to this living lineage, directly transmitted by Rinpoche.

We will also receive complete instructions for immediately practicing the sadhana of Dentog Chigma, a direct and powerful form of Chöd.

Throughout the retreat, several Dentog Chigma practice sessions will take place daily. The morning and afternoon will be dedicated to this practice, in an atmosphere of contemplation and transformation.

Every morning for six days, Rinpoche will give teachings on Phadampa Sangye’s 100 verses of advice to the people of Dingri.

Translations into French and Spanish will be available throughout the retreat.

PROGRAM:

*Saturday, July 26: Arrival at the end of the day, check-in, and first practice session in the evening.

*July 27 to August 1: Daily teachings and Dentog Chigma practice with Chodpa Lama Rinpoche.

*Saturday, August 2: Grand Chöd ritual with public reception for blessings and healing. The retreat ends around 4:30 p.m. Return transportation for participants or a closing meal for those who remain.

*Sunday, August 3: Return transportation for participants.

All practical information is available on the registration page. Please consult it to register and prepare for your visit.

Info & registration

MACHIG LING FESTIVAL – 1st EDITION

August 23 & 24, 2025

Rivel Buddhist Center – Aude (11)

Two days of joy, awareness, and sharing in the heart of nature

We are pleased to invite you to the very first Machig Ling Festival, a unique event presented by the Rivel Buddhist Center.

An inspiring weekend to reconnect with yourself, others, and the essential.

On the program:

  • Creators & exhibitors from the Occitanie region (and beyond!)
  • Lithotherapy, energy healing, numerology, clairvoyance
  • Massages & wellness practices
  • Traditional Tibetan objects, drums, crafts
  • Books, book signings, meditation talks
  • Creative workshops, entertainment, live music… and many other surprises!

Homemade vegetarian meals on site

A peaceful setting, open to all

Are you an exhibitor? There are still a few spots available! Accommodation is available upon request.

Contact us to participate in this wonderful adventure:

Laetitia: +33 6 69 42 13 15
Denis: +33 6 41 38 64 51

Together, let’s sow seeds of peace, beauty, and joy.

Screening of the film “Reconciliation”

Saturday, July 12 at 7:00 p.m. at the Machig Ling Center (indoors)

Information & details: +33 6 69 42 13 15

4th Tibetan Cultural Festival of Montbel

Friday, July 11, 2025

At 4:40 p.m. Festival Opening Ceremony ➪ Sang-söl Ceremony – Smoke Offering Presided over by Chödpa Lama Rinpoche et al.

At 9:10 p.m. Machig Labdron and her “Chöd” School by Chödpa Lama Rinpoche – Machig Labdron, a historic teacher of Buddhism in Tibet, is the only woman to have founded a Buddhist school – Chöd chanting demonstration.

A colorful program throughout the weekend… Concerts, lectures, storytelling, workshops, film, book and souvenir sales, Tibetan cuisine, exhibition, paintings…

Information & details: +33 6 69 42 13 15

Weekend of Meditation

On 20, 21 and 22 June, a weekend of meditation in silence, guided by Jean-Philippe Gillot and Laetitia Pichat, at the Machig Ling Centre.

For two and a half days, we’ll be cultivating inner calm and presence, in a caring environment conducive to deep listening.
A precious opportunity to find yourself, to slow down and get back to basics.

The programme includes silent meditations, inspirational teachings and the practice and discovery of breath yoga, to harmonise body and mind.

For more information about the organisation, please visit the booking page. 

Résa & Info

Walk to discover wild plants

Sunday, June 29th, a morning filled with chlorophyll!

I’ve been traveling the world for 25 years seeking out wild and forgotten plants.
It’s a fascinating world where we can discover a true natural pharmacy and, at the same time, a veritable pantry.
We’ll explore the area around the center to discover the plants that litter our meadows and forests… Nettle, bamboo, dandelion, dogwood, pine, ash, alder…

We’ll explore several aspects of these plants: the edible, medicinal, and vibrational aspects.

We’ll taste some wild plants, and at the end of this beautiful morning, you’ll discover my specialty: nettle bread and nettle aioli, a deluge of flavors that will undoubtedly be a hit with everyone. You can also stop by the Center’s community café after the walk to order a full vegetarian meal for €12 (meals must be ordered separately).

I look forward to meeting you and sharing this moment together.

For information and reservations, please call +33 6 22 70 91 09.

Stéphanie Marlière, naturopath, nature guide

Yoga meeting, practice and philosophy

Saturday 28 June from 7:00 to 9:30 a.m.

The concept of this meeting: 1 hour 15 minutes of practice and 1 hour 15 minutes of spiritual discussion around yoga.

Open to all ages and experience levels (no previous experience required).

  • Registration required.
  • Free participation.

Bring your mat and cushion if you have one; otherwise, they will be provided on site.

Community café: You can order a “vegetarian brunch” for €10, to share after the morning session.

We look forward to welcoming you warmly!

Information and reservations by SMS at: 06 41 38 64 51

“Try your ideal a thousand times, and if you fail a thousand times, then… try again!
Because if you try something, know that you may fail… It’s a risk.
But if you don’t try, you’ve already failed… It’s a fact.”

— Denis Malis