Personal Transformation

Personal transformation is at the heart of all our relationships – with self, family, friends, co-workers and acquaintances – anyone whom we encounter. Both blissful and challenging, relationships are an integral part of spiritual practice, providing an unparalleled mirror through which we can see and know ourselves.

Awakening our hearts and minds is not a solo activity; it is a path we each must walk together. Without interaction, we would never receive teachings, good counsel, community support or essential feedback critical to our growth. Whether together as intimate partners, family, friends or community, our path of relationships is as necessary as it is both difficult and enriching.

Shambhala Mountain Center offers a range of Personal Transformation programs that work with our inner and outer selves, to help us open up to others and to compassionately engage with the outer manifestations of family, community and society-at-large. From consciously loving and living to unleashing our calling, awakening to our dreams, engaging in recovery practices or courageously dealing with critical illness, our relationships are a path of awakening.

Silent Meditation Intensive: The Cradle of Loving-Kindness

Loden Nyima

September 6–8, 2024

In today’s speedy world, we all need kindness to ourselves. This two-day practice intensive is designed for meditators looking to dive deeply into their practice. This weekend is spent in silence to offer ourselves space to settle on the sacred land of Drala Mountain Center with an experienced instructor. This way, we practice befriending ourselves […]

The Reset Retreat: Women Entrepreneurs & Leaders

Sara Avant Stover

September 13–15, 2024

A Yoga, Meditation & Internal Family Systems Retreat Fall is the season for slowing down and simplifying. Yet, as busy professional women, finding the space we need to do this can be nearly impossible. Within a supportive circle of like-minded women, you’ll have the time and space to harvest the bounty and blessings from the […]

5-Day Mindful Self-Compassion Intensive

Michelle Becker, LMFT and Dr. Steven Hickman

September 15–20, 2024

This 5-day residential program is an intensive form of the internationally recognized, eight-session Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) training developed by Christopher Germer and Kristin Neff. It is open to laypeople and professionals alike. Participants will learn to: practice self-compassion in daily life, motivate themselves with kindness rather than criticism, meet difficult emotions with greater ease, transform […]

Compassion for Couples: Building the Skills of Loving Connection

Michelle Becker, LMFT and Dr. Steven Hickman

September 20–22, 2024

There’s a Buddhist belief that a genuinely loving relationship is the practice for which all other practices are preparation. It’s likely that you already know how much we all need healthy, well-connected relationships to thrive…but also that relationships can be really challenging. Compassion for Couples is a wonderful opportunity for you and your partner to […]

Silent Meditation Intensive: The Cradle of Loving-Kindness

Loden Nyima

October 11–13, 2024

In today’s speedy world, we all need kindness to ourselves. This two-day practice intensive is designed for meditators looking to dive deeply into their practice. This weekend is spent in silence to offer ourselves space to settle on the sacred land of Drala Mountain Center with an experienced instructor. This way, we practice befriending ourselves […]

ONLINE – Becoming Ageless as We Age

Marcella Friel

October 18–20, 2024

If you want to feel vital as you age but instead are haunted by fears, regrets, and body aches as you enter your later years, it’s time to detox your self-limiting beliefs and discover your innate, miraculous capacity for regeneration at any chronological age. In this online weekend retreat, Marcella Friel will guide you in […]

Alchemy of Compassion Team

and Alchemy of Compassion Team

November 1–3, 2024

Hello team I hope you have a great time! Registration takes place from 2 PM – 5 PM on your program start date. At check-in, please be prepared to provide photo proof of a negative COVID-19 test with identification from within the last 24 hours. All participants and volunteer staff must check in at our […]

Soundembodiment: Tibetan Bowl & Gong Sound Meditation Evening Retreat

Jonathan De Leon

November 23, 2024

Registration is from 4:00-4:30 pm. The main program will begin promptly at 4:30pm and end at 6:00pm. Dinner from 6:00pm-7:00pm. Join us for a transformative Evening Retreat at Drala Mountain Center, where the ancient vibrations of Tibetan singing bowls and gongs will guide you on a journey of Soundembodiment. Since 2010, Jonathan De Leon has […]

Entrepreneurial Women: Step into 2025 Clear, Empowered, and Refreshed!

Sara Avant Stover

January 9–12, 2025

A Yoga, Meditation & Internal Family Systems Retreat The new year is a potent time to pause, vision, and create your life from your depths. Yet, as busy professional women, finding the space we need to do this can be nearly impossible. Within a supportive circle of like-minded women, you’ll: Enjoy the time and space you […]