Mark Nowakowski met the Vidyadhara Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche in 1972 and has been his student ever since. He also studies and translates with many other Kagyü and Nyingma masters. Mark is particularly inspired by the works of Chögyam Trungpa and his teacher Khenpo Gangshar. He recently coordinated the translation and publication of Songs of Realization and Pith Instructions. Mark is a senior member of the Nalanda Translation Committee and teacher in the Shambhala mandala. He enjoys practicing, teaching and discussing the dharma with friends.
Events with Mark Nowakowski
Diamond Sky Dancer - Vajrayogini RetreatNovember 7 - 15, 2025
NEW DATE CHANGE: This retreat will now be held November 7 – 15. Dear Vajrayogini, You are warmly invited to join us for ten days of meditation. We will be practicing and studying your sadhana in the circle of the sky, surrounded by earth, water, fire, and all the elements. Rhea and Mark will lead us in the practice, and point out some things they have learned along the way. We will practice four sessions a day, with an open conversation at lunch. There will be one daily teaching on the view and practice with lively and provocative discussions. Each…
