Anytime Anywhere Meditation Workshop with Mingyur Rinpoche

“Because awareness is as present in our lives as the air we breathe, we can access it anywhere, anytime.” —Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche

Do you feel like you’re too busy to meditate?

Most of us imagine meditation requires a quiet room, a special cushion, and a mind that is already calm. But what if meditation didn't require any of that? What if you could meditate while drinking your morning coffee, sitting in Portland traffic, or navigating a stressful meeting?

Join best-selling author, TED speaker, and meditation teacher Mingyur Rinpoche for a transformative two-day workshop in Portland at Lewis & Clark College. Rinpoche is known for his ability to make profound ancient practices incredibly simple and relevant to modern life. Having used these exact techniques to move through his own childhood struggle with panic attacks, he teaches from a place of deep personal experience and warmth.

In this workshop, you will learn the "Anytime Anywhere" approach: a way to tap into your natural awareness and find a sense of peace that doesn't depend on your external circumstances.

This isn't your typical "sit still and be quiet" retreat. This workshop is designed for real life.

• Break the Barriers: Learn why you don’t need to "stop your thoughts" to meditate successfully.
• Fits Your Schedule: Discover how "short times, many times" is more effective than hour-long sessions you can't find time for.
• Science & Wisdom: Mingyur Rinpoche’s teachings are unique because they bridge the gap between 2,500 years of tradition and modern neuroscience.
• Direct Access: Study in-person with a master who has spent thousands of hours in formal meditation and has helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide.

In this program, you will learn:

• the essence of meditation from Mingyur Rinpoche
• how to be present without worrying about the past or future
• to accept yourself and others with kindness
• to develop wisdom by being curious as to how things truly are

• Live teachings and Q&A with Mingyur Rinpoche
• Practice session and Q&A with Tergar guides
• Gentle movement practices with Tergar guides

This program is open to everyone.

Participants Adding on a Residential Stay: July 30, 2026: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Commuter Participants: July 31, 2026: 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

We are pleased to offer two ways to participate: residentially on campus or as a commuter. After you purchase your program ticket for one of the events with Mingyur Rinpoche, you will then have the option to ADD ON a residential accommodation on the Lewis & Clark campus :

• Residential Stay Option (ticket ADD-ON): Fully immerse yourself in the retreat experience by staying on campus in a single or double-occupancy dorm room, or in an apartment with a single-occupancy bedroom (2 or 4 bedrooms per apartment) and shared bath, kitchenette, and sitting area. This residential option includes a meal pass for three meals per day in the Fields Dining Room on campus.
• Commuter Option (included in program ticket purchase): For those preferring off-site accommodations, or for local participants, registration includes lunch on Friday and Saturday and the option to purchase breakfast and/or dinner at the Fields Dining Room entrance.

For those who prefer to stay off campus, here are some local suggestions: Hotel & Transportation Information.

The Residential Stay (ADD-ON) will receive 3 meals on July 31st, and breakfast and lunch on August 1, in the Fields Dining Room on campus. Additionally, you are welcome to have dinner on Thursday, July 30, or Saturday, August 1.

Each Commuter registration includes lunch on Friday and Saturday and the option to purchase breakfast and/or dinner at the entrance of the Fields Dining Room.

While we strive to accommodate various dietary preferences, it may not be possible to cater to specific dietary restrictions or preferences. Menu options will include vegetarian, vegan, and non-vegetarian choices. If you have severe food allergies, you may consider bringing your own food and taking necessary precautions to avoid any potential reactions. Your understanding is appreciated

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