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Interview with Raissa DiStefano
The Boudha Youth Hostel was established in 2022 as part of Tsoknyi Rinpoche’s educational initiative to support students from the Himalayas. More than just a place to stay, the hostel provides safe housing, nutritious meals, skill-building opportunities, and meaningful care. For many students who have no family in Boudha during

Update: 2026 Teachings and Events
In 2026, Tsoknyi Rinpoche will observe an “obstacle year,” a traditional period for reduced travel, rest and retreat. During this time, Pundarika Foundation will support our community in staying connected and engaged in practice, drawing on the depth of Rinpoche’s teachings as we prepare together for his nine-day teaching in October. To support this intention, we are offering a new series of online events exploring Rinpoche’s unique framework of Healing and Liberation, the two central aspects of his path.

Student Resources: Member Mandala and Fully Being
To help nurture the practice of applying Rinpoche’s teachings to one’s own experience, Pundarika Foundation offers two key student resources: the Member Mandala, which provides access to Rinpoche’s extensive library of recorded teachings, and Fully Being, an online meditation course offering structured guidance for developing a grounded body, warm heart, and clear mind.
Upcoming Retreats
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