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Clear Sky Meditation Centre 2026: Transform Your Mind, Body & Spirit

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  Set in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains of British Columbia, Clear Sky Meditation Centre is more than a retreat — it’s a living spiritual community . Founded by Qapel Doug Duncan and Catherine Pawasarat Sensei, Clear Sky blends traditional Buddhist practices with modern approaches to personal growth, emotional awareness, and sustainable living. What’s On in 2026 From online courses to immersive retreats, Clear Sky offers programs for every seeker: Online Learning: Integral Evolution, Money & Spirituality Meditation Retreats: 10-day Vipassana, weekend AstroDharma Youth & Community Events: The Future Buddha, Qapel Anniversary Immersive Retreats: Three-Month Intensive with meditation, Karma Yoga, and community living Each program focuses on practical transformation, shadow work, and integration into everyday life . Why Choose Clear Sky Deep meditation rooted in lineage Connection with nature and conscious livin...

21st-Century Tantra: Weaving Energy, Sexuality & Spirit

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  Tantra means “to weave” — to bring together the parts of ourselves that modern life often separates. It’s not about rituals or sensationalized sexuality , but about awareness , integration , and living fully. Modern Tantra helps us explore: the harmony of masculine and feminine energies sexuality as a source of vitality and self-understanding shadow work around desire, shame, and power intimacy as a practice of presence energy and embodiment in daily life You don’t need a partner , and you don’t need to fit into traditional gender roles. What matters is curiosity , honesty , and a willingness to meet your own experience with openness. Tantra today is a path of integration — a way to reconnect with your wholeness , balance, and vitality in everyday life. Learn more

Awakening in Action: Three-Month Karma Yoga Intensive

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  A residential immersion that blends meditation , meaningful service , and community living to support deep personal transformation . Shift limiting patterns , reconnect with purpose , and anchor your awakening in everyday action. Intakes: Feb 5–May 5, 2026 • Oct 12–Jan 11, 2027 Contact: duncan@clearskycenter.org • (250) 429-3929 What You’ll Experience: Daily meditation , structured learning modules , embodied Karma Yoga (gardening, land stewardship, cooking, cleaning), applied Karma Yoga (writing, media, research), personal teacher guidance , and a private 3-night cabin retreat . Why This Program: A grounded, supportive path for those seeking clarity , purpose , and genuine connection in an increasingly complex world. Teachers: Guided by our founding teachers and associate teachers , drawing from Buddhist teachings , Western Mysteries , and modern psychology . Tuition: $2,775 + tax for the full three months. Teachings from founding teachers are offered th...

Integrating Mindfulness: A 4-Week Path to Balance and Clarity

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  You meditate, read, and try to improve—but life can still feel chaotic. Habits drain your energy, relationships challenge you, and routines slip away. This 4-week course offers a supportive container to integrate mindfulness into your daily life, spaces, relationships, communication, and major life challenges . What You’ll Learn Transform your physical and energetic spaces to support well-being Build sustainable routines that stick Communicate with clarity and compassion Address big life challenges—money, relationships, career Experience growth with guidance from a conscious community Course Highlights: The Five Principles Honor Your Space – Create a supportive environment Structure & Routine – Build habits that ground your day Communication – Deepen connections through honest dialogue Cleaning Up Big Areas & Community – Tackle key life challenges Integration & Support – Bring it all ...

Clear Sky 2026 Schedule: A Year of Transformation

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  2026 is the Year of Transformation at Clear Sky. We invite you to plan your Dharma year with intention by choosing from a rich lineup of online courses , in-person retreats , and community gatherings . Each offering supports deepening practice, emotional clarity, and connection with an engaged spiritual community. Below is an overview of the programs you can look forward to in 2026. Integral Evolution (Jan 18 – Feb 8, Online) A four-week course exploring how authentic Dharma meets the Integral paradigm—the next stage of humanity’s awakening. Free Webinar: Integrating the Money Shadow (Jan 31, Online) Learn how to heal the split between money and spirituality in your everyday work and life. Money & Spirituality (Feb 14 – Mar 7, Online) A full course on integrating spiritual values with financial clarity and purpose. Vipassana 10-Day Retreat (Mar 27 – Apr 5, In-Person & Online) A classical mindfulness retreat based on the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta, suitable for ...

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...

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...