My First Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Retreat | Honest Experience

I went to Vietnam to do a two week meditation retreat with Tibetan buddhist monk and teacher Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche, but, it wasn't at all what I had hoped for. I share my unfiltered experience from a Tibetan Buddhist meditation retreat led by Chokny Nyima Rinpoche. In this eye-opening video, I reveal the challenges I encountered, shedding light on the inauthentic aspects of the retreat and the disconnection between the teachings and the lived reality. Despite the initial anticipation of spiritual growth, I discovered a retreat tainted by questionable organization, financial motives, and a gap between preaching and practicing. Join me as I navigate through the nuances of my discontent, sharing the valuable lessons I gleaned amidst the disappointment. This video is not just a personal reflection but a critical examination of the authenticity within the spiritual community. Let's delve into the reality behind the serene facade and explore the deeper insights gained from an unexpected and challenging spiritual journey. #SpiritualJourney #MeditationRetreat #AuthenticityInSpirituality ? Follow along https://www.instagram.com/sagajohanna_/ ✨ Join our community on Patreon (weekly update and live calls) https://www.patreon.com/SagaJohanna 00:00 intro 00:53 my experience 01:46 bad organization 03:50 misleading scholarship 05:09 silencing 06:03 too religious 06:30 donating money 07:53 performative spirituality 08:56 veganism & ethics 11:35 wllful ignorance 12:17 toxic buddhists 14:08 would I go again? 14:58 inauthentic practitioners 16:08 rant on religion 17:11 idolising your guru 18:42 conclusion