The Inner Upgrade: A Weekend Meditation Immersion

About The Inner Upgrade: A Weekend Meditation Immersion

Part of the Three Jewels 30th Anniversary World Tour - https://www.threejewels.org/ We are already shaping our inner worlds every day—usually through the momentum of old habits, knee-jerk reactions, and the stories we tell ourselves. Meditation is simply the choice to do this work consciously. This year, Three Jewels NYC celebrates 30 years of integrating ancient wisdom with modern life. To mark the milestone, they are taking these teachings on an international world tour, and The Inner Upgrade is a central stop on that journey. ​The Inner Upgrade is a weekend immersion designed to bridge the gap between "sitting on a cushion" and actually understanding how your mind works. We’re moving past the trends to look at practical Buddhist tools that train the mind with clarity, intention, and care. THE FOCUS We’ll explore why certain practices actually work and how to integrate them into a life that is already busy. Through guided meditation sessions, clear instruction, and open discussion, the goal is to build a foundation for inner growth that is both realistic and sustainable. THE LOGISTICS: ✨ When: Saturday 20th + Sunday 21st June 2026 ✨ Time: 12-7 each day ✨ The Flow: Expect a mix of guided sessions, philosophy, and practical "how-to" mechanics. WHAT'S INVOLVED: ✨ Two guided meditation sessions per day led by Hector ​✨ Practical and philosophical teachings drawn from Tibetan Buddhist tradition ​✨ Time for reflection, discussion, and integration ✨ ​Optional morning yoga classes led by a Sāmya teacher to support body–mind balance THEME'S WE'LL EXPLORE: ​✨ The Purpose: Moving beyond "calm" to understand the true power of practice ​✨ The Mechanics: How cause, effect, and interdependence shape your daily reality ​✨ The Training: Building mental stability and sharpening your attention ​✨ The Heart: Cultivating love and care as a lived experience, not just a nice idea ​✨ The Routine: How to make meditation fit the life you actually have IS THIS FOR YOU? This immersion is for the curious—whether you’ve been meditating for years or you’re just starting to look under the hood. No prior background in Buddhism is necessary. We only ask that you bring an interest in meditation as a long-term discipline rather than a quick fix. YOUR GUIDE: HECTOR MARCEL Hector is known for a teaching style that is clear, warm, and grounded. He has a knack for making classical Buddhist teachings feel accessible and immediate without losing their original depth. Expect structure, respect for your individual path, and a healthy dose of lived wisdom. ABOUT THREE JEWELS NYC Founded in 1996 in the heart of New York City, Three Jewels is a non-profit "Enlightenment Studio" that has spent three decades bridging the gap between ancient Tibetan methods and modern city life. What started as a small bookstore has grown into a global community. Three Jewels is unique in its approach: it is run almost entirely by volunteers practicing karma yoga and offers a complete path to mental freedom through the integration of yoga, meditation, and Buddhist philosophy. This world tour brings the "weird monastery" energy of their NYC home base to practitioners everywhere.

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