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No Fear: A Journey of Growth with Horses

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At Clear Sky Retreat Center, I stepped into horse training with both curiosity and fear . I admitted that I didn’t understand horses and was afraid of them, and the group simply held space for my honesty. With guidance from Catherine Sensei, I began to see that fear doesn’t have to shape my life. Her teachings helped me recognize that with intention, we can train our minds and reduce suffering. A teaching from Qapel — “You must be willing to die, no matter what” — challenged me to face fear instead of letting it limit me. As I trained with the horses, something shifted. Acknowledging my fear loosened its grip, and I learned to communicate with the horses in a clearer, more grounded way. This change naturally spread into other areas of my life. Working with the horses became a mirror for my inner state, showing me where I held tension or calm. Through that reflection, I grew more aware, resilient, and open. Being witnessed in moments of vulnerability wasn’t always easy, yet i...
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21st Century Tantra – Four-Week Course (Nov 2025)

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  “Tantra means weaving—learning to sense and work with the energies that shape our lives.” — Catherine Pawasarat Sensei Join this four-week online or in-person program to explore modern Tantra , Vajrayana , and the spiritual role of sexuality in daily life. Led by Catherine Pawasarat Sensei , who has nearly 30 years of Tantric training. Dates: Nov 09–30, 2025 Schedule: Sundays, 9:30–11:00am MT Format: Online or In-Person Focus: Vajrayana Buddhism , Tantric practice , healthy sexuality , divine feminine & masculine About the Course 21st Century Tantra helps you cultivate balance , integration , and clear understanding of Tantra today. You’ll explore: Tantra’s roots and evolution into Tibetan Buddhism How to work with feminine and masculine energies The role of sexuality in spiritual practice How modern conditioning shapes our relationship with Tantra Perfect for practitioners wanting clarity, healthier relationships, and deep...
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Integrating Mindfulness: 4-Week Holistic Living Course Online & In-Person

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Feeling overwhelmed despite meditation and self-work? The Integrating Mindfulness: Tools for Holistic Living course at Clear Sky Center helps you integrate mindfulness into all aspects of your life—routines, habits, spaces, relationships, and major life challenges. This four-week course is led by Karen McAllister and Duncan Cryle , offering personalized guidance in a supportive small-group setting, available online or in-person . Using Clear Sky’s Five Principles , you will learn to: Transform physical and energetic spaces to support well-being Build sustainable daily routines and practices Communicate clearly, compassionately, and effectively Address unresolved challenges in relationships, money, and career Through interactive workshops, practical exercises, and community support, you’ll gain clarity, balance, and actionable tools to apply mindfulness in real life. Students describe the course as a “container that can hold all of it,” providing gr...
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Three-Month Intensive Karma Yoga Program

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The Three-Month Intensive Karma Yoga Program at Clear Sky offers a structured path for personal transformation . Through community-based practice, daily meditation , and mindful action , you learn to shift limiting patterns and reconnect with a deeper sense of purpose. Guided by experienced teachers, the program supports emotional resilience, clarity, and meaningful growth. Program Dates Feb 5 – May 5, 2026 Oct 12 – Jan 11, 2027 What the Program Offers You’ll engage in meditation , embodied Karma Yoga , applied skills, and direct teachings from Clear Sky’s senior teachers. A private retreat is included. Every activity supports awakening through service and practical discipline . Why Join This immersive experience strengthens self-awareness, builds healthier relationships, and helps you create lasting change. With a supportive mindfulness community , you develop clarity, resilience, and renewed direction.
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21st Century Tantra: A Four-Week Journey Into Energetic Balance and Vajrayana Practice

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21st Century Tantra is a four-week exploration of how feminine and masculine energies move through your life, relationships, and spiritual path. Guided by Catherine Pawasarat Sensei , the course looks at Tantra’s roots, its evolution within Tibetan Buddhism, and how these teachings relate to modern daily living. You’ll learn about the connection between Tantra and healthy sexuality, how cultural conditioning affects your Vajrayana practice, and how to engage these energies without distraction or confusion. With weekly Sunday classes and an optional Flash Retreat on the final weekend, this course supports clarity, integration, and a more conscious relationship with your inner energetic landscape. FAQs 1. What is the focus of the 21st Century Tantra course? The course explores Tantra’s role in Vajrayana , the weaving of feminine and masculine energies, the spiritual aspects of sexuality, and how these teachings apply to everyday life. 2. Who teaches the course? The program is...
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Integrating Mindfulness into Everyday Life: A Four-Week Course for Practical Transformation

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Finding balance can feel challenging, even when you meditate or practice self-awareness. Daily pressures, emotional habits, and shifting routines can easily pull you off center. The Integrating Mindfulness Course offers a grounded, supportive way to reconnect with clarity and presence in your everyday life. A Practical Four-Week Mindfulness Program This four-week course takes place on October 25, November 1, 8, and 15, 2025 , from 10:00–12:00 MT . You can join online via Zoom or in person at Clear Sky . Each session includes: Guided mindfulness practices Real-life, practical teachings Simple daily awareness exercises Supportive group discussions Session recordings for participants who miss a class The program is designed for anyone looking for a clear and accessible approach to bringing mindfulness into daily life. Based on Clear Sky’s Five Principles The course uses Clear Sky’s well-established Five Principles , helping you apply mindfulness to ev...
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No Fear: How Working With Horses Transformed My Mind

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  At Clear Sky Retreat Center, I stepped into the world of horses for the first time. I wasn’t a horse person, and I openly shared that I was afraid of them. The group simply listened—without trying to fix anything—which helped me feel seen and supported. Facing Fear with Awareness Through guidance from my Teacher, Catherine Sensei, I learned that fear doesn’t have to shape my actions. Old patterns can be retrained, just like the mind. A powerful teaching from Qapel— “You must be willing to let the old self die” —helped me meet fear with curiosity instead of resistance. Lessons From Natural Horsemanship As I learned Natural Horsemanship , something shifted. Horses communicate through presence, clarity, and grounded energy. When I acknowledged my fear, I became more calm and open—and the horses responded. This training strengthened my confidence and carried into other areas of my life. Training Horses, Training Myself Catherine Sensei often says that working with horses ...
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