Raised in a Mahayana Buddhist family in Vietnam, Lienchi Tran discovered meditation in 1984, inspired by the teachings of Thay Thich Nhat Hanh. Her journey deepened in 1992 when she attended a retreat with Bhante Khippapanno, leading her to ordain and fully immerse herself in Theravada Buddhism. In 1998, she continued her training in Burma under Sayadaw U Pandita, and in 2003, she found her path profoundly shaped by her primary teacher, Sayadaw U Tejaniya, who encouraged mindfulness as a natural
part of daily life.
After transitioning from monastic life, Lienchi returned to her career as an architect, weaving mindfulness into both her work and everyday experiences. Encouraged by her teachers, she began sharing meditation in 2017 and later completed the Four-Year Teacher Training at IMC/IRC with Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella.
Today, Lienchi shares the Dharma with warmth and compassion, supporting others as they cultivate understanding and mindfulness in their lives. She is dedicated to making mindfulness accessible and meaningful, guiding others with warmth and clarity as they deepen their practice.
More information about Lienchi on Lienchitran.org.
Events with Lienchi (LC) Tran
Coming Home to Our Senses [On Land]May 15 - 20, 2025
This in-person retreat is open to both beginners and experienced practitioners. Along the path of dharma practice we make it a habit to connect to the truth of each moment as experienced in the body and through all the senses. By doing so, we can effectively reduce anxiety and confusion, making room for peace and joy. Meditation can also help balance our nervous system, moving us from fight, flight or freeze to rest and digest. This is profoundly healing. Not only do we learn to notice the habit of getting lost in troubled thinking, we practice creating a whole new…
Coming Home to Our Senses [Online]May 15 - 20, 2025
This online retreat is open to both beginners and experienced practitioners. Along the path of dharma practice we make it a habit to connect to the truth of each moment as experienced in the body and through all the senses. By doing so, we can effectively reduce anxiety and confusion, making room for peace and joy. Meditation can also help balance our nervous system, moving us from fight, flight or freeze to rest and digest. This is profoundly healing. Not only do we learn to notice the habit of getting lost in troubled thinking, we practice creating a whole new…
When Awareness Becomes Natural: a Sayadaw U Tejaniya Practice Style RetreatAugust 9 - 17, 2025
This retreat welcomes both beginners and experienced meditators. Registration for this retreat closes on July 26th, 2025 at 11:59pm Pacific Time. If looking to join after this date, please inquire at guestservices@bigbearretreatcenter.org. In this 9-day retreat, we will explore Vipassana meditation in the practice style of Sayadaw U Tejaniya. Sayadaw’s approach is free from rigid forms, influenced by his previous life as a layperson and his interest in adaptable practices. Nonetheless, his teachings are rigorous, emphasizing Right View, Awareness, and a relaxed, gentle, continuous practice attitude throughout the day. You will explore how to create the conditions for awareness to…
Dharma Dharma: The Unfolding of NatureAugust 19 - 23, 2025
Camping – A Monastic Practice in Nature A retreat offered in the Thai forest tradition. Participants must submit an application, interview with the teacher, and be approved to attend. Registration closes August 1st at 11:59pm Pacific Time. “Dharma” means nature, and this retreat will encourage yogis to explore their own nature (body and mind) while immersed in the natural world. By living simply, observing noble silence, and practicing in a mindful community, participants will learn to relate to themselves and others in a more loving and sacred way. By walking under a clear blue sky, sitting in the shade of…
Dharma Dharma: The Unfolding of Nature (approved registrations only)August 19 - 23, 2025
Camping – A Monastic Practice in Nature A retreat offered in the Thai forest tradition. Participants must submit an application, interview with the teacher, and be approved to attend. Registration closes August 1st at 11:59pm Pacific Time. “Dharma” means nature, and this retreat will encourage yogis to explore their own nature (body and mind) while immersed in the natural world. By living simply, observing noble silence, and practicing in a mindful community, participants will learn to relate to themselves and others in a more loving and sacred way. By walking under a clear blue sky, sitting in the shade of…