Buddhist talk on "Calm within Chaos"

This journey goes far beyond sitting in meditation; it invites you to see through the fabric of everyday reality itself. In Tibetan Buddhism, Namkha Gyatso Rinpoche teaches that true insight arises not from escaping life’s challenges but by courageously examining and understanding them. He offers practices that reveal the essential nature of our experience, illuminating how we often get caught in the turbulence of fleeting thoughts, emotions, and desires.

Guided by Tibetan Buddhist wisdom, Rinpoche helps us discover that life’s true nature is both profoundly simple and boundlessly spacious. Through teachings on mindfulness, compassion, and the concept of “emptiness,” he shows that we can transform the daily chaos of life into a source of resilience and clarity. With regular practice, the situations that once pulled us off balance become opportunities to cultivate inner peace, developing a calm mind that rests easily in the present.

Imagine facing a challenge—whether it is work stress, family tension, or inner doubt—and instead of being swept away, you find yourself able to stay present, observing without judgement, grounded in what is real and lasting. This is the essence of what Rinpoche teaches: to shift from reactivity to a place of grounded presence and clarity. Through simple yet profound practices, you will learn how to stay centred in the face of life’s inevitable ups and downs.

With each step of the journey, you deepen your understanding of impermanence, recognising that lasting peace comes not from controlling or escaping experiences but by welcoming them as they are. In this way, resilience and strength grow naturally, and the energy once spent resisting life is transformed into a powerful, compassionate force that supports both yourself and those around you.

Buddhist Master

Rigdzin Namkha Gyatso Rinpoche was born in Tibet in 1967, in the province of Kham, in a family with a yogic lineage going back eighteen generations. He was officially recognised as a tulku (the reincarnation of a spiritual master) by Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche and Domang Yangthang Rinpoche Namkha Rinpoche has received teachings from some of the most eminent teachers of the 20th century, such as Thinley Norbu Rinpoche and Semo Dechen Yudrön Rinpoche. Rinpoche dedicated his entire life to studying and practicing dharma, from an early age in monasteries, solitary retreats, and yogic communities. Now, he is committed to establishing authentic

dharma in the West.

Time

From 19.00-20.30hrs

Address

The talk will be held at Rooseboomstraat, The Hague

Language

The talk will be translated from Tibetan to English

Group

The number of participants is expected to be around 20-25.

Price

This evening talk costs €20

Registration

You can register by sending an email to:

Info@rigdzin.nl