Wednesday Meditations
Free Weekly Talks and Meditations with Dr. Rick Hanson
Much research has shown that meditation is a powerful way to develop greater resilience, compassion, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and promote other health benefits.
Join Dr. Rick Hanson every Wednesday for a free meditation, talk, and discussion via Zoom. Everyone is welcome, and no background in meditation is needed. Rick draws on modern psychology and brain science, as well as the penetrating and pragmatic teachings of the Buddha.
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6:00 – 7:30 pm PT / 9:00 – 10:30 pm ET
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Schedule:
5:45 pm Pacific time – (optional) Informal “chat” with others
6:00 pm – Guided meditation
6:35 pm – 10-minute Break
6:45 – 7:30 pm – Talk and Q&A
7:35 pm – (optional) Small discussion groups
in “breakout rooms,” ending by 8 pm
These teachings are offered freely, at no charge.
Donations to support these teachings are received with much gratitude!
Recent Wednesday Meditations and Talks
Meditation + Talk: Four Ways to Deal with Life’s Challenges Without Suffering Them
Struggling with stress, regret, or overwhelm? Learn four powerful ways to calm your mind, stop overthinking, and find real peace—backed by brain science.
Meditation + Talk: Engaged Buddhism – Including Today
Explore how engaged Buddhism connects inner healing with outer change—practical ways to face systemic suffering with wisdom, compassion, and courage.
Meditation + Talk: How to Turn a Corner . . . for the Better
How can we let go of old hurts and turn a corner in our lives? Learn simple, heartfelt ways to heal, move forward, and find more peace inside.
Meditation + Talk: Three Ways to Live with Loss
Grief is inevitable—but with compassion, support, and steady presence, we can live well through loss. Explore five practices for healing and resilience.
Meditation + Talk: Finding and Nurturing Your Compassionate Voice
Learn how self-compassion can soothe your inner critic, ease emotional pain, and reconnect you with your own worth, strength, and capacity to heal.
Meditation + Talk: Stress Relief through Mindful Breathing
Learn how mindful breathing can ease stress and steady your mind. Dr. Rick Hanson shares practical tools to find calm and clarity in daily life.
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