Matteo Pistono

Matteo embarked on his spiritual journey over 30 years ago while living and studying with teachers in Kathmandu and Eastern Tibet. He holds a Masters degree in Indian Philosophy from the University of London. Informed by his study of Buddhism, Vedanta, and Hatha Yoga, extensive periods of solitary meditation, and pilgrimages across sacred Himalayan landscapes, Matteo offers an engaged approach to ancient wisdom traditions. His books include “Breathe How You Want to Feel,” “Meditation,” and “In the Shadow of the Buddha,” among others.Matteo’s writings about Tibetan and Himalayan culture, politics, and spiritual landscapes have appeared in The Washington Post, BBC, Men's Journal, and elsewhere. Matteo sits on the Executive Council of the International Network of Engaged Buddhists. Learn more at www.matteopistono.com.

Upcoming Programs by Matteo Pistono

“The speakers and yoga instructors were giants in their fields, and people came from Holland, Germany, San Francisco, Chicago, Boston, NYC, Brooklyn, Missouri… Being around friendly and happy people with positive attitudes interested in understanding and enjoying life in all it’s vicissitudes, curiosity, and making a better world was intoxicating…”

Anne R.

“A wonderful retreat center. Beautiful setting and accommodations. By the end of the weekend I felt like I was in an different space, not in any specific geographical area but a separate magical world.”

Ioana Boambes

“About a three-hour bus ride from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Menla. As the landscape changes from cityscape to mountains, and as you witness your cell phone signal strength dwindle to “no service,” you quite literally unplug yourself from the mundane hustle and bustle of everyday life back to simplicity of nature.”

Nina D.

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