Life in Trimurti
OUR TOGETHERNESS
Living Naropa’s Vision
Life at Trimurti is held by a dedicated team of residents, supported by short and long-term visitors. Together, we live by the guidance of our master and friend Naropa, in the spirit of seva. Selfless service to the community, by practical care for the centre, development, taking care of Naropa’s retreats and hosting external groups.
Life is not divided into "service" and "spirituality." Instead, each task is an opportunity for awareness. Each day follows a rhythm of meditation, seva, and moments of connection, balanced with space for silence and enjoying the surrounding nature. Year round, we shift from organizing Naropa’s retreats, hosting external groups or living together. However, our focus always lies on the realization of our true nature.
Encounter is an important element of our togetherness. It means we don’t hide anything, we are encouraged to show and express ourselves. We are not escaping, not avoiding, but we encounter; this can be confronting. By being on this path we make the commitment of living truthfully towards ourselves and others.
If we get triggered by a person or situation, we acknowledge that the pain or tension is inside of us and take responsibility for it, instead of putting the blame on the other person or situation. This encourages maturity.
COMMUNAL LIVING
Collective Care
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The ‘Karma Yoga’ aspect, selfless service to the community. Developing, maintaining and beautifying the place.
Development
Nothing is permanent, except of the ongoing building projects at the centre. We are always evolving and improving.
Home Office Support
The rhythm allows space for those balancing remote professional work alongside community life.
The Hosting Spirit
In order to support Trimurti to flourish, the sangha often comes to help host external groups. Residents have the role of hosting Naropa retreats.
Weekly Rituals
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Free Day Tuesday
Tuesday is a day for rest for everyone offering seva for a week or longer. It’s a moment to rest, explore, or simply take time for yourself outside of the daily rhythm. The daily meditations will continue.
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Weekly sharing
On Thursday evenings, we gather for a weekly sharing with long-term visitors and residents. Afterwards, the sauna is open for everyone in Trimurti.
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Evening programs
Often we have spontaneous evening gatherings with friends, varying from watching a movie, dancing, sitting around the campfire or listening to satsangs together.
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Satsang
Almost every week, satsang with Naropa on Wednesday (English) and Sunday (Dutch with EN translation). Trimurti joins these gatherings online.
The Daily Rhythm
Meet The Team
Veronika
General manager
External rent
Atisha
General manager
Event operations
Mirjam
Coordinating resident
Accommodation readiness
Mirka
Coordinating resident
Reception & Meditation Hall
Olga
Coordinating resident
Seva
Sada
Supporting resident
Gerhart
Supporting resident
Dylan
Supporting resident
Dahlia
Coordinating resident
Projects & Building facilities
Ella
Coordinating resident
Kitchen
Viola
Fluffy monkey
Kids program
DIFFERENT WAYS TO LIVE IN TRIMURTI
Trimurti Team Structure
There are several ways to stay at Trimurti for a longer period, each contributing to the whole in a different way. Whether coordinating an area of the centre or balancing external work with community life, every member of the Trimurti helps develop and maintain the place.
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Long-Term Visitor
Those who want to experience the Buddha field for a longer period are welcome. Becoming part of the Trimurti team, living as a community in the spirit of Naropa’s vision. Contributing by offering seva daily.
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favorite No ongoing responsibilities
favorite Participant in Naropa retreats
favorite Come and go when you please
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Supporting Resident
Supporting residents commit to being available for the centre and for Naropa’s retreats, without the coordination responsibilities. This role is ideal for those who maintain their own "home office" work while remaining a stable presence in the community. To become a resident, one must be clearly committed to their path with Naropa.
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favorite Leading and supporting where needed
favorite Supporting Naropa retreats
favorite Responsibilities always backed up by coordinator
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Coordinating Resident
Coordinating residents are the backbone of Trimurti. They carry the core responsibilities of the centre. Each coordinator manages specific areas such as: the kitchen, projects, event operations, accounting, and more. Holding the "end responsibility" for the functioning of those departments. They hold the vision, make decisions together, and guide the overall direction of Trimurti. This role requires deep commitment, leadership capacity, and alignment with the spirit of Naropa.
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favorite Full end responsibility for specific areas
favorite Coordinating Naropa retreats
favorite Part of developing Naropa’s vision for Trimurti