Drepung Loseling Monastery, Inc.
 
 
Book Release & Author Signing

Engaged Compassion

by Geshe Lobsang Tenzin Negi, PhD
Release Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
We are delighted to announce the upcoming release
of a new book by Geshe Lobsang Tenzin Negi
 
In response to today's epidemic of burnout, Engaged Compassion moves beyond basic self-care. Rather than building walls, it provides the emotional intelligence and practical tools to foster deep, sustainable connection and societal flourishing without self-depletion.
 
Pre-Order Your Copy
 

Pre-orders are now available through all major booksellers and are a wonderful way to support the launch of this meaningful work. Please see the publisher's website below for direct links to participating retailers.

 
Visit Simon & Schuster to Pre-order here!
 

Meet Geshe Lobsang Tenzin Negi, PhD
 



*Photograph by
Timothy B. Hussey Jr.
  Geshe Lobsang Tenzin Negi, PhD, is the founder and spiritual director of Drepung Loseling Monastery, Inc., in Atlanta, Georgia. He is also the executive director of the Emory Center for Contemplative Science and Compassion Based Ethics and a teaching professor in the Department of Religion at Emory University.
   
  A former Tibetan Buddhist monk, Dr. Negi holds a Geshe Lharampa degree, the highest level in Tibetan monastic education, as well as a PhD, reflecting advanced training in both Tibetan and Western scholarship. Since 1998, he has overseen Emory’s academic collaborations with His Holiness the Dalai Lama. A pioneer in contemplative science, Dr. Negi developed CBCT® (Cognitively Based Compassion Training), a secular, research-based program for cultivating compassion, and leads the Emory-Tibet Science Initiative which integrates modern science into monastic education. At the Dalai Lama’s invitation, he also led the creation of SEE Learning®, a global framework and curricula for social, emotional, and ethical learning from Pre-K through higher education.
     

Reception & Book Signing
Sunday, May 17 : Noon - 1 PM
 
 
Drepung Loseling Monastery will host a special reception and book signing with Geshe Lobsang to celebrate the release.
 
We warmly invite you to join us for this special gathering to celebrate the launch of Engaged Compassion and the profound message of compassion it brings to our world.
 
We encourage you to pre-order your copy and help spread the word.
 
 
Visit Simon & Schuster to Pre-order here!
 
 

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