The Shambhala teachings recognize the truth of innate human wisdom and basic goodness, which does not belong to any one religion or doctrine. We can appreciate all genuine contemplative paths, whether they stem from the great religions, the arts, or from native spirituality; however, this wisdom arises only when the grasping and confusion of ego is stilled through a commitment to a contemplative discipline. The Tibetan meditation master and founder of Shambhala, Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, carried this tradition into the modern world. He writes, "The Shambhala teachings are founded on the premise that there is a basic human wisdom that can help to solve the world's problems. This wisdom does not belong to any one culture or religion, nor does it come only from the West or the East. Rather it is a tradition of human warriorship that has existed in many cultures at many times throughout history." The Way of Shambhala series of workshops, retreats and evening courses provides an experiential overview of meditation practices, wisdom teachings, contemplative arts, and physical disciplines rooted in the ancient traditions of Shambhala and Tibetan vajrayana Buddhism.