Ven Tenzin Drachom - Soldier to Monk: From External Enemies to Internal Battles
Himalayan Buddhist Meditation Center Kathmandu
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What happens when a warrior stops fighting the world and starts facing the mind?
J Ven Drachom shared a profound journey from the frontlines of external conflict to the deep stillness of monastic life. This talk explores the ultimate shift in perspective: identifying that our greatest adversaries aren't "out there," but within our own thoughts.
In this session, you will discover:
• The Warrior’s Mindset: How discipline and courage translate into spiritual practice.
• The Art of Lojong: An introduction to essential Mind Training techniques to transform adversity into a path of awakening.
• Victory Over the Self: Practical tools to disarm the "internal enemies" of anger, attachment, and ego.
Saturday, March 07th, 2026
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So glad to see him now sharing the Dharma and helping others through his teachings!
I am also curious with afterlife.
Captain Fred our OC then, he had a rough landing into the runway. Injured his back but persisted with the march with us back to Hendon. Persistence at its best. Courage to Strike,
Ven Tenzin Drachom - Soldier to Monk: From External Enemies to Internal Battles
Himalayan Buddhist Meditation Center Kathmandu
9,564 views
What happens when a warrior stops fighting the world and starts facing the mind?
J Ven Drachom shared a profound journey from the frontlines of external conflict to the deep stillness of monastic life. This talk explores the ultimate shift in perspective: identifying that our greatest adversaries aren't "out there," but within our own thoughts.
In this session, you will discover:
• The Warrior’s Mindset: How discipline and courage translate into spiritual practice.
• The Art of Lojong: An introduction to essential Mind Training techniques to transform adversity into a path of awakening.
• Victory Over the Self: Practical tools to disarm the "internal enemies" of anger, attachment, and ego.
Saturday, March 07th, 2026