Venerable Tenzin Dasel

Dasel La is a Tibetan Buddhist nun with deep roots in New England. I first knew her as Lisa Blake, my wife's college basketball teammate from Bates. In her mid 40s, Lisa felt a strong calling to Buddhism and the monastic life (though she's been meditating since she was 10 or 11). She assumed the name Ani La, meaning venerable aunt, or "Auntie" (I love my Aunties!), and found herself on her own personal journey towards enlightenment. Dasel La was ordained several years ago and currently resides in a monastery in the Himalayas. She's got a big vision for creating a Buddhist center in her adopted state of Maine to benefit everyone, which she and I discuss in detail. I found myself in this episode simply sitting and listening to Ani's stream of consciousness, which gave me a great sense of peace. Hope you feel the same! :)