Pema began her career in corporate, nonprofit, and human services leadership before dedicating herself to the contemplative path. Ordained in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition in 2002, she has taught meditation and compassion practices since 2004. Her contemplative experience spans decades of daily meditation, yoga practice, and retreats. In 2008, she co-founded Joyful Path Meditation and Healing Center, where she serves as teacher and program director. She also works as a chaplain in hospital and prison settings. Pema holds an MSE in Adult Education and a Doctor of Ministry focused on contemplative leadership. She inspires others to awaken kindness, cultivate presence, and live with compassionate intention.
Together, Pema and Amber have been teaching loving-kindness in various settings, including Joyful Path’s weekly Loving-Kindness Group, where they invite people to rest in compassion, strengthen presence, and rediscover innate goodness.