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Millions outside of Asia become curious about Tibetan Buddhism through hearing and being touched by the words of the Dalai Lama, reading a book about Tibet, seeing images, or watching films. Many who are curious about Buddhist ideas eventually find themselves reaching a point where they are exposed to aspects of Tibetan Buddhism but are unsure what participating in the tradition and its practices entails. In this candid, practical guide from a longtime practitioner, Bruce Newman offers guidance. Special emphasis is placed on the pitfalls and benefits of the guru-disciple relationship.

"What is ascension?" This fundamental question sets the stage for our exploration, as we seek to understand the process of spiritual awakening and transcendence that lies at the heart of ascension. Through insightful discussions and deep introspection, we aim to uncover the transformative power of ascension in shaping our individual and collective destinies. Delving deeper, we ponder the differences between the current shift occurring within humanity and the transformations experienced by ancient civilizations.