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All that we are looking for in life - all the happiness, contentment, and peace of mind - is right here in the present moment.

Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche

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Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche
Age: 49
Born: 1975
Born: January 1
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Lama
NPL
Yong Gé Mingyur Rinpoche
7th migyur rinpoche
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