Spiritual Calling of an IT Guy

 To me, Samtse2020 project represents a significant milestone in Bhutan's history. It was a time of remarkable achievements, made possible by the unseen yet formidable force within our nation. I am aware of the unseen tasks carried out to put in to strengthening our country's position amidst the towering presence of neighboring giants. Samtse2020 was not merely an event; it was a Tendrel —a harmonious alignment of auspicious circumstances, foretelling a prosperous time ahead for Bhutan under the wise and benevolent leadership of His Majesty the 5th King.

From this Buddha’s memorial chorten, amidst the celebration of the 16th Kuechey of Khenchen Jigme Phuntsho at Gawadrog, Samtse in 2020, a profound realization struck me like a thunderbolt: for 37 years, I had been navigating through life without a moment's respite from the relentless churn of thoughts. Tears cascaded down my face as I grappled with this realization. In the morning, I found myself unexpectedly driving Rinpoche in my car to the chorten, accompanied by my wife and Rinpoche's assistance. During the drive, I asked Rinpoche whether I needed to visit Jagar Dorjiden to attain enlightenment. Rinpoche's response that enlightenment resides within one's heart rather than in a physical place, his words left me immersed in deep contemplation. As we approached the up rough road, navigating the recently constructed road with sand on top, making it hard to drive, Rinpoche and I almost had an accident. Upon arrival, I observed with a sense of auspiciousness that the Ch...