ACI 6
The Diamond
Cutter Sutra
with
Inna & Bill McMichael
In Chicago & Online
June 14 – July 13, 2025
How to Change Reality Through a
Profound Understanding of Emptiness
“This course could be the most important of your life. Because it’s about how you can really change your reality—through an understanding that is more powerful than 100 million dollars.”
The Diamond
Cutter Sutra
What is this course about? Asian Classics Institute Course 6 is based on the legendary Diamond Cutter Sutra, one of the most revered teachings of Buddha. Its first printed version is considered one of the oldest books in history. For generations, people have studied, preserved, and passed it on to their children. Perhaps it helped them—and perhaps it can help you.
The sutra begins with a simple but profound question:
How should one live who wants to make the world better, rather than just live their life? How should they relate to difficulties, successes, and themselves?
This course provides the answer: is it possible to change your life and your world—and gives instructions for how to do it.
Unique Sources
An ancient Indian commentary on the Diamond Cutter Sutra has survived to this day. And thanks to the Asian Legacy Library (ALL), founded by Geshe Michael Roach, the most important Tibetan commentary has now been restored.
It’s called Sunlight on the Path to Freedom, written by the great master Choney Lama (Drakpa Shedrup, 1675–1748), a lineage holder and master teacher at Sera Mey Monastery. The text includes over 250 profound explanations of essential Buddhist teachings. This rare commentary is the foundation of ACI 6, as it offers a clear and powerful introduction to the wisdom of emptiness.
Want to Join Us Live — In Chicago?
In addition to the online format, ACI 6 will include a special in-person experience in Chicago. The in person experience is for those who want to go deeper, learn face-to-face, connect with like-minded people, and build community beyond the screen. You’ll get to share space with Bill and Inna, feel the teachings come alive, and be part of something very special.
All updates and details will be shared in the Telegram chat. Join us there to stay connected and know what’s happening.
Why Take This Course?
Because it will show you something most people never learn: how reality actually works and how to shift your own life.
What You’ll Learn
What emptiness really means and how it can change your life
Why suffering, aging, and loss happen and how to deal with them wisely
The hidden causes of happiness, success, and peace of mind
Real stories of change from Bill and Inna’s personal journey
If you’ve ever felt like there has to be more to life—you’re right. This course is your access to powerful, profound change.
Our Teachers
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Bill McMichael
Bill McMichael is pilot and long-time student of Khen Rinpoche and Geshe Michael Roach. Bill has been studying ACI since 2000. He completed all 18 foundation and 18 advanced ACI courses, as well as a 3-year retreat. As a certified ACI teacher, he shares wisdom grounded in deep personal practice.
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Inna McMichael
Inna McMichael is a doctor with aPhD in medical science, psychotherapist, and author of transformative programs. She also works as a clinical research specialist. Inna has been studying ACI courses since 2014 and is a certified ACI Teacher. These teachings have become the foundation of her deep inner transformation, something she now shares through her work with others.
🗓️ ACI 6 Schedule:
🕗 Class Time: 10:00-11:30 a.m.
(ARIZONA TIME)
Class 1 — June 14
Class 2 — June 15
Class 3 — June 21
Class 4 — June 22
Class 5 — June 28
Class 6 — June 29
Class 7 — July 5
Class 8 — July 6
Class 9 — July 12
Class 10 — July 13