Venerable Grand Master KC WarEagle

KC WarEagle Sensei is a preacher's kid raised in a profoundly Fundamentalist Christian family of Closed Plymouth Brethren in the American Midwest. Her personal journey from Fundamentalist to Charismatic Christian to Pagan to Zen to Theravada Bhikkhuni has been motivated by a profound desire to understand and alleviate suffering.

She is ordained in both the Zen and Theravada traditions and embraces the Dhamma in whatever form it takes, transcending culture and dogma to speak from an authentic understanding. Sensei teaches Meditation, Living Enlightenment and Awakening Stillness Qigong.

Known as the "Rebel Nun"
Venerable Grand Master KC WarEagle is a distinguished figure with diverse experiences, holding titles such as Venerable Grand Master Sensei, Christian and Buddhist Mystic, and Enlightened and Living Buddha. She has an extensive background in law enforcement and security, and is an academic achiever, having graduated Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a religion major from Furman University. She also holds a degree in Cyber Crime from Haywood Community College. Her journey includes hiking a portion of the Appalachian Trail and dedicating 25 years to the study of Buddhism, including Varjiana (Tibetan) Buddhism, with ordinations in both Zen and Theravada traditions.

Author of "The Missing Peace: Freedom from Disturbing Emotions," Sensei's workbook offers profound spiritual insights and practical guidance. The introduction of her book sets the tone, offering readers pathways to emotional and spiritual liberation, underscored by her deep personal and scholarly understanding of Buddhist teachings.

Sensei has served as the abbess of two monasteries in Missouri and California. She has also led Zen groups at Ohio University and United Campus Ministries. Her achievements include building a hermitage in Ohio using flexible rammed earth, showcasing an innovative and sustainable approach to construction.

Spritiual Explorations
Venerable Grand Master KC WarEagle's spiritual explorations include completing a vision quest at the Big Horn Medicine Wheel in Wyoming, adding a layer of Native American spiritual practice to her diverse religious experiences. Embracing the van life for five years, KC has also served as Head of Security for significant events in Quartzsite, Arizona, and holds a position as an Aux Coast Guard FSO.

Adding to her extensive portfolio, Sensei has developed a unique style known as "Awakening Stillness QiGong," which she teaches alongside healing meditation sessions. These practices further her commitment to fostering wellness and spiritual growth, providing powerful tools for self-healing and tranquility.

Through her life and work, Sensei continues to inspire and guide others, offering tools and insights to help them find her own truth.

In Remembrance of Venerable Kalyana
Ordained Buddhist nunk, noble friend and long time student of Sensei, Kalyana embraced the Dhamma as a path to well being with a background in nursing and graduated Traditional Chinese Medicine at Emperor's College in Santa Monica, CA. Kalyana transitioned from this world on September 12, 2021.

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