Miffi Maxmillion
Miffi Maxmillion runs the spiritual program, and is an FPMT registered western teacher. She left behind a thriving haute couture and costume business in Melbourne, when her mother Inta Mckimm (who ran LTC) became sick with cancer in 1997. Packing her bags for two weeks, she is still here 19 years later! Miffi was brought up a Buddhist and had the great good fortune to play with Lama Yeshe as a child, and his hook of compassion sustained her through the many rebellious stages of growing up. She readily admits to watching far too much TV and is an avid New Yorker magazine reader.
January 2019
Beginner’s Orientation
Find out about the essence of Tibetan Buddhism, and where to start. Discover our broad curriculum and how to pick the courses that will suit you. Discover the unique history of our centre spanning more than 30 years. Take home some wonderful recommended reading and a beginner's welcome pack.
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Guru Puja (Epic Version)
We chant the traditional Tibetan tunes that are said to come from the dakinis and bless one's mind-stream. This offering ceremony is rich in symbolism, and includes lineage prayers, bath offering, re-taking one's vows, chai tea with dedications, and Tsog offering. Everyone is welcome at this epic version of the Guru Puja - it is a profound yet joyous spiritual celebration!
Find out more »February 2019
Starting Point
Come along to our beginner's welcome and orientation, and enjoy a guided tour, short meditation, and an information session about the program and the centre> we share delicious chai tea afterwards, and you receive a free book to take home.
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Everyday Dharma for Daily Life
We all want to make the most of our life and not get bogged down with distractions! Discover how to make every moment of the day meaningful, and how to transform any mundane activity into the path to lasting happiness.
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Sitting with the Buddha
These meditations connect us with our own 'buddha nature', our innate pure and blissful mind, and help remove the negative states of mind that destroy our peace and happiness. Learn to utilise the natural creativity of the mind to train in positive habits and attitudes.
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Healing Anxiety & Depression
Using Buddhist psychology to cut through the very root of unhappiness and fear, to reveal the innate goodness and peace at the heart of our being. By developing a realistic appreciation of our innate human qualities, we will naturally be able to overcome our fears and become happier human beings.
Find out more »
Tara Puja
Arya Tara is a manifestation of compassionate activity. She is known as the mother of all the buddhas, as she represents perfect, ultimate wisdom. This ceremony is particularly helpful in removing obstacles, help in emergencies, resolving conflicts and energising stagnation.
Find out more »Everyday Dharma for Daily Life
We all want to make the most of our life and not get bogged down with distractions! Discover how to make every moment of the day meaningful, and how to transform any mundane activity into the path to lasting happiness.
Find out more »Sitting with the Buddha
These meditations connect us with our own 'buddha nature', our innate pure and blissful mind, and help remove the negative states of mind that destroy our peace and happiness. Learn to utilise the natural creativity of the mind to train in positive habits and attitudes.
Find out more »
Shakyamuni Buddha Puja for LOSAR (Tibetan New Year)
Join us for a joyful ceremony to bring in the Tibetan New Year. Held during the 14 special Buddha days, beginning with Losar and ending with the Day of Miracles, where the merits are multiplied millions of times. It is a great day for spiritual activity, making offerings, and setting a positive course for the coming year.
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Tsa-tsa Painting Workshop
A relaxing afternoon spent painting the small flat-backed statues (tsa-tsas) of Lama Tsong Khapa. Just by 'offering paint' you can calm the mind, develop your concentration, and begin to draw forth the enlightened qualities of Lama Tsong Khapa. We dedicate each tsa-tsa to five things: the holy gurus, one's parents, the sick and vulnerable, those who have recently died, and one's own spiritual progress.
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Diamond Cutter Sutra Recitation
Join in the community recitation of the Diamond Cutter Sutra, especially powerful as today is a special Buddha Day and the anniversary of Milarepa. Remove the causes of confusion and plant the seeds of wisdom in your mind. Lama Zopa Rinpoche says that even just hearing about emptiness, even with a mind of confusion, is like an atom bomb to the delusions!
Find out more »Sutra & Light Offerings for DAY OF MIRACLES
Join in the short recitation of the Diamond Cutter Sutra and special light offerings, especially powerful as today is the Day of Miracles. Remove the causes of confusion and plant the seeds of wisdom in your mind. Lama Zopa Rinpoche says that even just hearing about emptiness, even with a mind of confusion, is like an atom bomb to the delusions!
Find out more »Healing Anxiety & Depression
Using Buddhist psychology to cut through the very root of unhappiness and fear, to reveal the innate goodness and peace at the heart of our being. By developing a realistic appreciation of our innate human qualities, we will naturally be able to overcome our fears and become happier human beings.
Find out more »Everyday Dharma for Daily Life
We all want to make the most of our life and not get bogged down with distractions! Discover how to make every moment of the day meaningful, and how to transform any mundane activity into the path to lasting happiness.
Find out more »Sitting with the Buddha
These meditations connect us with our own 'buddha nature', our innate pure and blissful mind, and help remove the negative states of mind that destroy our peace and happiness. Learn to utilise the natural creativity of the mind to train in positive habits and attitudes.
Find out more »Healing Anxiety & Depression
Using Buddhist psychology to cut through the very root of unhappiness and fear, to reveal the innate goodness and peace at the heart of our being. By developing a realistic appreciation of our innate human qualities, we will naturally be able to overcome our fears and become happier human beings.
Find out more »Everyday Dharma for Daily Life
We all want to make the most of our life and not get bogged down with distractions! Discover how to make every moment of the day meaningful, and how to transform any mundane activity into the path to lasting happiness.
Find out more »Sitting with the Buddha
These meditations connect us with our own 'buddha nature', our innate pure and blissful mind, and help remove the negative states of mind that destroy our peace and happiness. Learn to utilise the natural creativity of the mind to train in positive habits and attitudes.
Find out more »March 2019
Guru Puja (Epic Version)
We chant the traditional Tibetan tunes that are said to come from the dakinis and bless one's mind-stream. This offering ceremony is rich in symbolism, and includes lineage prayers, bath offering, re-taking one's vows, chai tea with dedications, and Tsog offering. Everyone is welcome at this epic version of the Guru Puja - it is a profound yet joyous spiritual celebration!
Find out more »Starting Point
Come along to our beginner's welcome and orientation, and enjoy a guided tour, short meditation, and an information session about the program and the centre> we share delicious chai tea afterwards, and you receive a free book to take home.
Find out more »
The Tantra Kit-bag (Action Tantra)
A workshop for anyone who already has an Action Tantra initiation, and who feels a little lost or out of their depth! Overview of the lower tantras and where they fit into the Mahayana vehicle, review of the practices you can and can't do, and how to work this out in relation to your own sadhanas. We will also have a chance to practice using the bell and dorje, and the profound meditation associated with these ritual objects.
Find out more »Healing Anxiety & Depression
Using Buddhist psychology to cut through the very root of unhappiness and fear, to reveal the innate goodness and peace at the heart of our being. By developing a realistic appreciation of our innate human qualities, we will naturally be able to overcome our fears and become happier human beings.
Find out more »
Becoming Your Best Self
Drawing on Buddhist psychology, we examine how to bring forth our innate good qualities, and how to overcome the distraction that hampers our life and happiness. Discover how focusing on transient happiness distracts us from an optimal flourishing. Based on an innate sense of ethical conduct and fairness, learn to develop your concentration and wisdom. We end with a meditation practice on stepping into your best self.
Find out more »Sitting with the Buddha
These meditations connect us with our own 'buddha nature', our innate pure and blissful mind, and help remove the negative states of mind that destroy our peace and happiness. Learn to utilise the natural creativity of the mind to train in positive habits and attitudes.
Find out more »Healing Anxiety & Depression
Using Buddhist psychology to cut through the very root of unhappiness and fear, to reveal the innate goodness and peace at the heart of our being. By developing a realistic appreciation of our innate human qualities, we will naturally be able to overcome our fears and become happier human beings.
Find out more »Becoming Your Best Self
Drawing on Buddhist psychology, we examine how to bring forth our innate good qualities, and how to overcome the distraction that hampers our life and happiness. Discover how focusing on transient happiness distracts us from an optimal flourishing. Based on an innate sense of ethical conduct and fairness, learn to develop your concentration and wisdom. We end with a meditation practice on stepping into your best self.
Find out more »Becoming Your Best Self
Drawing on Buddhist psychology, we examine how to bring forth our innate good qualities, and how to overcome the distraction that hampers our life and happiness. Discover how focusing on transient happiness distracts us from an optimal flourishing. Based on an innate sense of ethical conduct and fairness, learn to develop your concentration and wisdom. We end with a meditation practice on stepping into your best self.
Find out more »Tara Puja
Arya Tara is a manifestation of compassionate activity. She is known as the mother of all the buddhas, as she represents perfect, ultimate wisdom. This ceremony is particularly helpful in removing obstacles, help in emergencies, resolving conflicts and energising stagnation.
Find out more »Guru Puja (Epic Version)
We chant the traditional Tibetan tunes that are said to come from the dakinis and bless one's mind-stream. This offering ceremony is rich in symbolism, and includes lineage prayers, bath offering, re-taking one's vows, chai tea with dedications, and Tsog offering. Everyone is welcome at this epic version of the Guru Puja - it is a profound yet joyous spiritual celebration!
Find out more »Healing Anxiety & Depression
Using Buddhist psychology to cut through the very root of unhappiness and fear, to reveal the innate goodness and peace at the heart of our being. By developing a realistic appreciation of our innate human qualities, we will naturally be able to overcome our fears and become happier human beings.
Find out more »Becoming Your Best Self
Drawing on Buddhist psychology, we examine how to bring forth our innate good qualities, and how to overcome the distraction that hampers our life and happiness. Discover how focusing on transient happiness distracts us from an optimal flourishing. Based on an innate sense of ethical conduct and fairness, learn to develop your concentration and wisdom. We end with a meditation practice on stepping into your best self.
Find out more »Becoming Your Best Self
Drawing on Buddhist psychology, we examine how to bring forth our innate good qualities, and how to overcome the distraction that hampers our life and happiness. Discover how focusing on transient happiness distracts us from an optimal flourishing. Based on an innate sense of ethical conduct and fairness, learn to develop your concentration and wisdom. We end with a meditation practice on stepping into your best self.
Find out more »
Medicine Buddha Puja
Praises and offerings to Medicine Buddha, the Great physician who can liberate us from all the sufferings of cyclic existence. This popular puja is sung entirely in English, and enjoyed Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. If you have never been to a puja before, this is the one to start with! Remember to BYO medicines to be blessed!
Find out more »Everyday Dharma for Daily Life
We all want to make the most of our life and not get bogged down with distractions! Discover how to make every moment of the day meaningful, and how to transform any mundane activity into the path to lasting happiness.
Find out more »Guru Puja (Epic Version)
We chant the traditional Tibetan tunes that are said to come from the dakinis and bless one's mind-stream. This offering ceremony is rich in symbolism, and includes lineage prayers, bath offering, re-taking one's vows, chai tea with dedications, and Tsog offering. Everyone is welcome at this epic version of the Guru Puja - it is a profound yet joyous spiritual celebration!
Find out more »April 2019
Everyday Dharma for Daily Life
We all want to make the most of our life and not get bogged down with distractions! Discover how to make every moment of the day meaningful, and how to transform any mundane activity into the path to lasting happiness.
Find out more »Starting Point
Come along to our beginner's welcome and orientation, and enjoy a guided tour, short meditation, and an information session about the program and the centre> we share delicious chai tea afterwards, and you receive a free book to take home.
Find out more »
The Tantra Kit-bag (HYT)
Restricted workshop for those newly holding an HYT commitment, and who feels a little lost or out of their depth! Review the unique characteristics of HYT, how they differ from other tantras, and how we can incorporate our various practice commitments into a coherent daily practice. Practice using the bell and dorje, as well as the damaru, inner offering and other ritual implements that carry great meaning.
Find out more »Everyday Dharma for Daily Life
We all want to make the most of our life and not get bogged down with distractions! Discover how to make every moment of the day meaningful, and how to transform any mundane activity into the path to lasting happiness.
Find out more »Tara Puja
Arya Tara is a manifestation of compassionate activity. She is known as the mother of all the buddhas, as she represents perfect, ultimate wisdom. This ceremony is particularly helpful in removing obstacles, help in emergencies, resolving conflicts and energising stagnation.
Find out more »Guru Puja (Epic Version)
We chant the traditional Tibetan tunes that are said to come from the dakinis and bless one's mind-stream. This offering ceremony is rich in symbolism, and includes lineage prayers, bath offering, re-taking one's vows, chai tea with dedications, and Tsog offering. Everyone is welcome at this epic version of the Guru Puja - it is a profound yet joyous spiritual celebration!
Find out more »Everyday Dharma for Daily Life
We all want to make the most of our life and not get bogged down with distractions! Discover how to make every moment of the day meaningful, and how to transform any mundane activity into the path to lasting happiness.
Find out more »Medicine Buddha Puja
Praises and offerings to Medicine Buddha, the Great physician who can liberate us from all the sufferings of cyclic existence. This popular puja is sung entirely in English, and enjoyed Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. If you have never been to a puja before, this is the one to start with! Remember to BYO medicines to be blessed!
Find out more »
Closed for Easter Nyung-Ne Retreat
A challenging yet rewarding retreat on Chenrezig the compassion buddha. This purification method involves keeping physical discipline, meditation and prostrations, and silence and fasting on alternate days. It is especially useful for people whose schedules cannot accommodate long-term retreat. Bookings essential!
Find out more »May 2019
Protector Prayers
Special chants and ritual praises to strengthen our connection to the Dharma and dispel interferences, distractions and obstacles. We chant the prayers in Tibetan, and practice using the traditional instruments and tunes. Suited for those with a background in tantric practice.
Find out more »Starting Point
Come along to our beginner's welcome and orientation, and enjoy a guided tour, short meditation, and an information session about the program and the centre> we share delicious chai tea afterwards, and you receive a free book to take home.
Find out more »Tara Puja
Arya Tara is a manifestation of compassionate activity. She is known as the mother of all the buddhas, as she represents perfect, ultimate wisdom. This ceremony is particularly helpful in removing obstacles, help in emergencies, resolving conflicts and energising stagnation.
Find out more »Medicine Buddha Puja
Praises and offerings to Medicine Buddha, the Great physician who can liberate us from all the sufferings of cyclic existence. This popular puja is sung entirely in English, and enjoyed Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. If you have never been to a puja before, this is the one to start with! Remember to BYO medicines to be blessed!
Find out more »June 2019
Starting Point
Come along to our beginner's welcome and orientation, and enjoy a guided tour, short meditation, and an information session about the program and the centre> we share delicious chai tea afterwards, and you receive a free book to take home.
Find out more »Protector Prayers
Special chants and ritual praises to strengthen our connection to the Dharma and dispel interferences, distractions and obstacles. We chant the prayers in Tibetan, and practice using the traditional instruments and tunes. Suited for those with a background in tantric practice.
Find out more »Tara Puja
Arya Tara is a manifestation of compassionate activity. She is known as the mother of all the buddhas, as she represents perfect, ultimate wisdom. This ceremony is particularly helpful in removing obstacles, help in emergencies, resolving conflicts and energising stagnation.
Find out more »December 2019
Lama Tsong Khapa Day WISDOM Retreat
Draw closer to the extensive qualities of the great scholar and yogi, Lama Tsong Khapa, with a simple yet profound practice to develop wisdom and clarity. We focus on the seven wisdoms that cut through confusion to increase clarity and wisdom, and promote memory, understanding, and reasoning. The meditation on Lama Tsong Khapa Guru Yoga is enjoyable to do, and has an immediate clarifying effect on the mind. Two morning sessions, with a chai tea break.
Find out more »Tsa-tsa Painting Workshop
Continuing the Lama Tsong Khapa Day celebrations, we spend a relaxing afternoon painting the small flat-backed statues of Lama Tsong Khapa. We also enjoy listening to the stories and praises of Lama Tsong Khapa, read by the students whilst we paint. This painting helps to calm the mind, develop concentration, and begin to relate to the enlightened qualities of Lama Tsong Khapa.
Find out more »Guru Puja (Epic Version)
A special version of this puja for Lama Tsong Khapa Day, including the bath offering to cleanse broken samaya with the guru. We chant the traditional Tibetan tunes that are said to come from the dakinis and bless one's mind-stream. This offering ceremony is rich in symbolism, and includes lineage prayers, bath offering, re-taking one's vows, chai tea with dedications, and Tsog offering. Everyone is welcome at this epic version of the Guru Puja - it is a profound yet joyous spiritual celebration!
Find out more »