Carlo Carranza

Carlo Carranza has studied and practiced Buddhism for over 24 years, beginning in 2001 with teachings from his main teacher, Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche, at the University of British Columbia. A monk for 10 years with vows from the 14th Dalai Lama, he is a Siddhartha’s Intent instructor. He has taught internationally, embraced a non-sectarian approach, translated works, and is involved with the Khyentse Foundation’s Milinda Program for Western Instructors.

Recent Articles

Cómo funciona el sistema tibetano de reencarnación de los tulkus.

Carlo Carranza explica cómo este método para reconocer a los lamas reencarnados garantiza la continuidad de la sabiduría y el liderazgo en el budismo tibetano. 

How the Tibetan Tulku System of Reincarnation Works

Carlo Carranza on how this method for recognizing reincarnated lamas ensures the continuity of wisdom and leadership in Tibetan Buddhism.

What The White Lotus Got Right — and Wrong — About Buddhism

Buddhism on screen: sometimes Hollywood gets it right, other times, not so much. Carlo Carranza brings a dharma teacher's eye to the portrayals of Buddhism in HBO and Mike White’s The White Lotus, Season 3.

3 Practices to Overcome Jealousy

Everybody feels jealous sometimes. Carlo Carranza teaches three Buddhist techniques to help you find freedom from jealousy.

Comprendiendo el Ngöndro o las prácticas preliminares del budismo tibetano

Carlo Carranza habla sobre cómo el Ngöndro — las prácticas preliminares del budismo tibetano— funciona como un mapa hacia la iluminación, dándonos instrucciones paso a paso para nuestro viaje en dirección a la liberación.