‘Ultimately, of course, the distinction between the two ideals falls to the ground. You cannot really gain Enlightenment for the benefit of others unless you are a person of considerable spiritual development yourself, and you cannot develop spiritually yourself unless you are at the same time mindful of the needs of other people. In the long run spiritual individualism and spiritual altruism coincide.’ Going for Refuge
The sublime ideal of the Bodhisattva, on the path to Bodhi for the sake of all beings, may seem like a lofty ideal: beautiful, perfect, but out of reach. However, we are sowing the seeds of the Bodhicitta all the time. On this retreat, we will explore where the Bodhisattva path is emerging in our lives: in our sincere aspiration towards Buddhahood, in our friendships, and in our community.