Reflection On Being A Student
Of Lama Dondrup Dorje
“When I first met Sifu, I was experiencing unhappiness and dissatisfaction with my life. Sifu's teachings helped me by pointing to the root of these emotions as pride and self-centred thinking, and offering a clear method to overcome them. As soon as I started however slightly to loosen the grip on my difficulties, I felt a sense of lightness and daily life became an easier and more joyful experience. As a new student of Sifu's I have found that whatever my limitations and however boundless they were, Sifu will always accept them with unconditioned forgiveness and good humour. This attitude of loving compassion is not restricted to his students, but extends to everyone he encounters without exception. Sifu has a store of seemingly limitless energy that I had not before imagined possible. He never for a moment stops teaching and his actions always match his words. I am always amazed at Sifu's ability to connect to all kinds of people and tailor his approach to teach in the most appropriate way for each individual. Sifu's speech and actions are a true inspiration for the possibility of attaining lasting happiness.”
Tashi Gregorska (Bristol)