Episode 78 · Series 4 — 2025 Kathmandu Dialogues

With Ed O’Malley, Ph.D., Danny Lewin, Ph.D., and Geshe Tenzin Wangyal

Join Ed O’Malley, Ph.D., Danny Lewin, Ph.D., and Geshe Tenzin Wangyal for an insightful exploration of dreams in Tibetan Buddhism and Bön. This live online dialog will uncover the spiritual and psychological significance of dreams, introducing practical techniques for lucid dreaming and dream journaling. Participants will gain valuable insights into how dream work can support emotional resilience and self-awareness, offering a unique perspective on the pathway to awakening.

This event is one of a series of eight “Kathmandu Dialogues” offered by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche in conjunction with a February 2025 celebratory event for His Eminence Yongdzin Tenzin Namdak Rinpoche, the foremost living teacher and protector of the Yungdrung Bön tradition of Tibet. Learn more

Episode 78 · Series 4 — 2025 CyberSangha Dialogues

With Danny Lewin, Ph.D., Ed O’Malley, Ph.D., and Geshe Tenzin Wangyal

This enlightening online dialog brings together the ancient wisdom of Tibetan dream and sleep yogas with cutting-edge sleep science. Host Danny Lewin, Ph.D., and his guests Ed O’Malley, Ph.D., and Geshe Tenzin Wangyal will explore the profound interplay between traditional spiritual practices and modern scientific understanding of sleep. The discussion will delve into the role of sleep in both spiritual practice and physical health, featuring insights on biofeedback and sleep technology such as the WHOOP and Oura Ring health tracking devices.

This event is one of a series of eight “Kathmandu Dialogues” offered by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche in conjunction with a February 2025 celebratory event for His Eminence Yongdzin Tenzin Namdak Rinpoche, the foremost living teacher and protector of the Yungdrung Bön tradition of Tibet. Learn more

Episode 77 · Series 4 — 2025 CyberSangha Dialogues

With Matteo Pistono and Alejandro Chaoul

Join us for an engaging CyberSangha dialog between Matteo Pistono and host Alejandro Chaoul. The live online conversation explores Matteo’s groundbreaking book Breathe How You Want to Feel, which offers practical methods to harness the power of breath for emotional balance, improved focus, and overall well-being. As part of our series of science & spirituality dialogs, the session delves into the mechanics of breathing and the research into its profound impact on our daily lives, including better sleep, increased energy, and enhanced meditation practice.

Discover how conscious breathing can become your secret tool for resilience and personal growth. Whether you are seeking to calm your mind or elevate your energy levels, this dialog provides valuable insights that can transform your approach to health and wellness. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two experts in the field!

Episode 76 · Series 4 — 2024 CyberSangha Dialogues

With Tulku Jorge René and Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D

Join us for a captivating dialog that delves into the fascinating life of Tulku Jorge René as a recognized tulku in the ancient Bön tradition of Tibet. Our guest will share insights into his extraordinary journey, from his early education in Tibetan language and philosophy to his current studies at Triten Norbutse Monastery in Kathmandu, and will guide a closing meditation. The broadcast will also highlight Tulku Jorge René’s ongoing online course, which offers an introduction to the fundamental concepts of the Yungdrung Bön tradition. This event promises to be both educational and inspiring, appealing to those familiar with Tibetan Buddhism as well as newcomers curious about this rich spiritual tradition.

Episode 75 · Series 4 — 2024 CyberSangha Dialogues

With Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche

In a live Internet broadcast and in celebration of Giving Tuesday, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche guides us through a contemplative exploration of generosity, inviting us to reflect deeply on the kindness we have received throughout our lives and explore how we can cultivate and extend that kindness to others. A short meditation helps us to connect with the transformative power of generosity.

Episode 74 · Series 4 — 2024 CyberSangha Dialogues

With Guy Desbiolles & Alejandro Chaoul

Expanding on his September 4, 2024, online discussion with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche, HeartMath practitioner Guy Desbiolles explains and guides a practice of cardiac coherence. The practice relies on simple, rhythmic breathing exercises to synchronize heart rate variability and bring the nervous system into a state of equilibrium. It helps us to manage stress, regulate emotions, and promote overall well-being, including improvements in physical, emotional, and cognitive health. The session is hosted by Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D.

Episode 73 · Series 4 — 2024 CyberSangha Dialogues

With Guy Desbiolles, Alejandro Chaoul & Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche

In an online broadcast, HeartMath practitioner Guy Desbiolles and prominent Tibetan meditation teacher Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche come together to discuss cardiac coherence, a practice that relies on simple breathing exercises to bring the nervous system into a state of equilibrium. How can we use this simple, effective tool to manage stress, control our emotions, and experience other benefits to our physical, emotional and mental health? Hosted by Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D.

Episode 72 · Series 4 — 2024 CyberSangha Dialogues

With Ido Portal, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche, and Alejandro Chaoul

What happens when a world-renowned movement teacher and a Tibetan meditation master meet to talk about the body, mind, and freedom? In this lively conversation hosted by Alejandro Chaoul, Ido Portal and Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche explore how movement can unlock “the issues in the tissues,” awaken joy, and support emotional and spiritual healing, while stillness deepens clarity, presence, and inner freedom. Drawing from martial arts, capoeira, Bön Buddhist practice, and real-life stories of pain, aging, and burnout, they share practical insights on making everyday life a 24-hour practice—whether you are walking, hanging from a bar, or sitting on a cushion. This dialogue is an invitation to rethink what it means to “practice,” and to discover how befriending both movement and stillness can transform your relationship to your body, your emotions, and your life.

Episode 71 · Series 4 — 2024 CyberSangha Dialogues

With Eric Garland, Ph.D., and Alejandro Chaoul, Ph.D.

Can we ease our physical and emotional pain simply by increasing our sensitivity to natural, healthy pleasures? In Dr. Eric Garland’s MORE research, participants learned a savoring practice in which they intentionally focused on the sights, sounds, smells, and touch of a pleasant experience, such as a beautiful sunset or their connection to a loved one. In appreciating and absorbing their positive emotional response to these sensory impressions, their pain and craving for opioids lessened. Eric and Alejandro will discuss how savoring relates not only to mindfulness meditation, but also to dzogchen meditation and its experiences of oneness, or non-duality.

Episode 70 · Series 4 — 2024 CyberSangha Dialogues

With Ed O’Malley, Ph.D., and Geshe Tenzin Wangyal

How do the light of day and darkness of night impact our experience as human beings, including the quality of our sleep? What is light, from the perspectives of both modern science and ancient Tibetan wisdom? Ed O’Malley and Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche explore the implications not only of sunlight, but also of the clear light of awareness and the five pure lights described in the dzogchen teachings of Tibet. Join us for a fascinating inquiry into our universe of light and dark.

Related: “Sleeping, Dreaming & Well-Being: a Scientific & Spiritual Exploration of Sleep, Part 1” with Danny Lewin, Ph.D., and host Geshe Tenzin Wangyal. Learn more & view recording.

Post-broadcast summary: Ed O’Malley discussed the importance of circadian rhythms and light on human sleep patterns, emphasizing the negative effects of light pollution and the benefits of natural daylight. He underscored the role of healthy sleep patterns for overall health and longevity, citing recent research to support this claim. Lastly, he and Rinpoche explored the interconnection between inner and outer light, traditional practices that integrate the two, and the cultural significance of circadian rhythms.