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SUMMARY:Wednesday Weekly Meditation and Talk with Sean Oakes
DESCRIPTION:Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness\, calm and inner peace\, lovingkindness\, mindfulness\, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. \nJoin guest teacher Sean Oakes for a live-streamed weekly meditation\, talk\, and discussion. Sean Oakes\, PhD (he/him\, queer\, of Spanish/Puerto Rican and Northern European ancestry living on unceded Pomo land in California)\, teaches Buddhism\, Yoga\, and somatic practice. He received teaching authorization from Jack Kornfield\, wrote his dissertation on extraordinary states in Buddhist meditation and experimental dance\, and focuses on the integration of philosophy\, somatics\, and social justice discourse with the Dharma. He teaches at Spirit Rock Meditation Center\, East Bay Meditation Center\, Insight Timer\, and elsewhere. \nThese teachings are offered freely\, at no charge. And if you like\, you may wish to participate in the age-old tradition of generosity through making an offering yourself – called “dāna” – to support Sean and Rick’s Wednesday Meditations. Generosity itself is a beautiful practice that opens and gladdens the heart\, relaxes the contraction of “self\,” and ripples out into the world to touch many people – and perhaps\, eventually\, even oneself.
URL:https://rickhanson.com/event/wednesday-weekly-meditation-and-talk-with-sean-oakes-2/
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Weekly Meditation and Talk with Maria Paula Jimenez
DESCRIPTION:Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness\, calm and inner peace\, lovingkindness\, mindfulness\, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. \nJoin guest teacher Maria Paula Jimenez for a live-streamed weekly meditation\, talk\, and discussion. Maria Paula is a contemplative trainer\, compassion coach\, and certified psychologist with over a decade of experience in teaching and training programs focused on mindfulness\, self-compassion\, and emotional balance. She currently serves as Head of Training at the Global Compassion Coalition (GCC) and Director of the Compassion Corps Grants Initiative. Maria Paula is also a Senior Teacher\, Teacher Trainer\, and Content Lead for the Compassion Cultivation Program (CCT) at the Compassion Institute\, developed at the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education at Stanford University. In addition to her work with CCT and GCC\, Maria Paula is a certified instructor of the Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program developed by Chris Germer and Kristin Neff\, as well as the Self-Compassion for Shame program created by Chris Germer. She is also a certified teacher and teacher trainer of the Mindfulness-Based Emotional Balance (MBEB) program\, developed by Margaret Cullen. As a therapist\, organizational consultant\, and lecturer\, Maria Paula advises individuals and groups on topics related to well-being\, change\, contemplative practices\, mindfulness\, compassion\, self-compassion\, and purpose. Her impactful work extends across various countries and sectors\, having partnered with organizations like Google\, US Military Spouses\, Adidas\, and University of Miami. \nLearn more about Maria Paula in her website (https://www.mariapaulajimenez.com/en/about) and a recent blog published at the Compassion Institute (https://www.compassioninstitute.com/blog/staff-spotlight-maria-paula-jimenez/) \nThese teachings are offered freely\, at no charge. And if you like\, you may wish to participate in the age-old tradition of generosity through making an offering yourself – called “dāna” – to support Maria Paula and Rick’s Wednesday Meditations. Generosity itself is a beautiful practice that opens and gladdens the heart\, relaxes the contraction of “self\,” and ripples out into the world to touch many people – and perhaps\, eventually\, even oneself.
URL:https://rickhanson.com/event/wednesday-weekly-meditation-and-talk-with-maria-paula-jimenez-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Weekly Meditation and Talk with Tina Rasmussen
DESCRIPTION:Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness\, calm and inner peace\, lovingkindness\, mindfulness\, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. \nJoin guest teacher Tina Rasmussen for a live-streamed weekly meditation\, talk\, and discussion. Tina Rasmussen\, Ph.D.\, began meditating at age 13\, and has practiced in Theravada and Tibetan Buddhist traditions for 30+ years. In 2003\, she completed a year-long solo retreat\, and was later ordained as a Buddhist nun and was the first Western woman authorized to teach by renowned meditation master Pa Auk Sayadaw. Tina has been studied by Yale Neuroscience Lab\, and is the co-author of Practicing the Jhanas\, as well as several books on human potential. She has been interviewed by Time Magazine\, Buddha at the Gas Pump\, Deconstructing Yourself\, and many other programs. Tina works with students worldwide. More at https://luminousmindsangha.com/ \nThese teachings are offered freely\, at no charge. And if you like\, you may wish to participate in the age-old tradition of generosity through making an offering yourself – called “dāna” – to support Tina and Rick’s Wednesday Meditations. Generosity itself is a beautiful practice that opens and gladdens the heart\, relaxes the contraction of “self\,” and ripples out into the world to touch many people – and perhaps\, eventually\, even oneself.
URL:https://rickhanson.com/event/wednesday-weekly-meditation-and-talk-with-tina-rasmussen/2025-03-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meditation
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Weekly Meditation and Talk with Tina Rasmussen
DESCRIPTION:Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness\, calm and inner peace\, lovingkindness\, mindfulness\, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. \nJoin guest teacher Tina Rasmussen for a live-streamed weekly meditation\, talk\, and discussion. Tina Rasmussen\, Ph.D.\, began meditating at age 13\, and has practiced in Theravada and Tibetan Buddhist traditions for 30+ years. In 2003\, she completed a year-long solo retreat\, and was later ordained as a Buddhist nun and was the first Western woman authorized to teach by renowned meditation master Pa Auk Sayadaw. Tina has been studied by Yale Neuroscience Lab\, and is the co-author of Practicing the Jhanas\, as well as several books on human potential. She has been interviewed by Time Magazine\, Buddha at the Gas Pump\, Deconstructing Yourself\, and many other programs. Tina works with students worldwide. More at https://luminousmindsangha.com/ \nThese teachings are offered freely\, at no charge. And if you like\, you may wish to participate in the age-old tradition of generosity through making an offering yourself – called “dāna” – to support Tina and Rick’s Wednesday Meditations. Generosity itself is a beautiful practice that opens and gladdens the heart\, relaxes the contraction of “self\,” and ripples out into the world to touch many people – and perhaps\, eventually\, even oneself.
URL:https://rickhanson.com/event/wednesday-weekly-meditation-and-talk-with-tina-rasmussen/2025-03-19/
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Weekly Meditation and Talk with Kristine Claghorn
DESCRIPTION:Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness\, calm and inner peace\, lovingkindness\, mindfulness\, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. \nJoin guest teacher Kristine Claghorn for a live-streamed weekly meditation\, talk\, and discussion. Kristine Claghorn is a certified compassion educator through Stanford University’s Center for Compassion and Altruism\, Research\, and Education (CCARE). A self-worth coach and creative professional\, she helps individuals overcome burnout and imposter syndrome. Previously the Head of Creative Partnerships at the Global Compassion Coalition\, she now focuses on creating accessible content about compassion\, mindfulness\, and personal resilience. Her work includes developing guides on compassionate action and coaching individuals to break cycles of stress and self-criticism. \nThese teachings are offered freely\, at no charge. And if you like\, you may wish to participate in the age-old tradition of generosity through making an offering yourself – called “dāna” – to support Kristine and Rick’s Wednesday Meditations. Generosity itself is a beautiful practice that opens and gladdens the heart\, relaxes the contraction of “self\,” and ripples out into the world to touch many people – and perhaps\, eventually\, even oneself.
URL:https://rickhanson.com/event/wednesday-weekly-meditation-and-talk-with-kristine-claghorn/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meditation
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Weekly Meditation and Talk with Anne Roise
DESCRIPTION:Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness\, calm and inner peace\, lovingkindness\, mindfulness\, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. \nJoin guest teacher Anne Roise for a live-streamed weekly meditation\, talk\, and discussion.  Anne has been a Zen practitioner since 1971 when she left Canada as a teenager to study with her first teacher\, Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. She is lay-ordained in the Soto Zen tradition. Anne completed the Buddhist Chaplaincy program at the Sati Center and is also a trained mindfulness facilitator through the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Anne has taught mindfulness to community organizations and educational institutions. She offers chaplaincy services to diverse groups and facilitates the Black Wisdom and Mindfulness Circle through the Insight Meditation Center. Her career has included leadership roles in initiatives to address systemic poverty\, community and economic development\, violence prevention\, juvenile justice and racial and ethnic bias in court systems. Anne is the Director of Programs and Online Operations at Spirit Rock Meditation Center and serves on the boards of Mindful Schools and the San Francisco Zen Center. She holds a graduate degree in City Planning from MIT and is a Certified Life Coach. \nThese teachings are offered freely\, at no charge. And if you like\, you may wish to participate in the age-old tradition of generosity through making an offering yourself – called “dāna” – to support Anne and Rick’s Wednesday Meditations. Generosity itself is a beautiful practice that opens and gladdens the heart\, relaxes the contraction of “self\,” and ripples out into the world to touch many people – and perhaps\, eventually\, even oneself.
URL:https://rickhanson.com/event/wednesday-weekly-meditation-and-talk-with-anne-roise-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meditation
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Weekly Meditation and Talk with Maria Paula Jimenez
DESCRIPTION:Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness\, calm and inner peace\, lovingkindness\, mindfulness\, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. \nJoin guest teacher Maria Paula Jimenez for a live-streamed weekly meditation\, talk\, and discussion. Maria Paula is a contemplative trainer\, compassion coach\, and certified psychologist with over a decade of experience in teaching and training programs focused on mindfulness\, self-compassion\, and emotional balance. She currently serves as Head of Training at the Global Compassion Coalition (GCC) and Director of the Compassion Corps Grants Initiative. Maria Paula is also a Senior Teacher\, Teacher Trainer\, and Content Lead for the Compassion Cultivation Program (CCT) at the Compassion Institute\, developed at the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education at Stanford University. In addition to her work with CCT and GCC\, Maria Paula is a certified instructor of the Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program developed by Chris Germer and Kristin Neff\, as well as the Self-Compassion for Shame program created by Chris Germer. She is also a certified teacher and teacher trainer of the Mindfulness-Based Emotional Balance (MBEB) program\, developed by Margaret Cullen. As a therapist\, organizational consultant\, and lecturer\, Maria Paula advises individuals and groups on topics related to well-being\, change\, contemplative practices\, mindfulness\, compassion\, self-compassion\, and purpose. Her impactful work extends across various countries and sectors\, having partnered with organizations like Google\, US Military Spouses\, Adidas\, and University of Miami. \nLearn more about Maria Paula in her website (https://www.mariapaulajimenez.com/en/about) and a recent blog published at the Compassion Institute (https://www.compassioninstitute.com/blog/staff-spotlight-maria-paula-jimenez/) \nThese teachings are offered freely\, at no charge. And if you like\, you may wish to participate in the age-old tradition of generosity through making an offering yourself – called “dāna” – to support Maria Paula and Rick’s Wednesday Meditations. Generosity itself is a beautiful practice that opens and gladdens the heart\, relaxes the contraction of “self\,” and ripples out into the world to touch many people – and perhaps\, eventually\, even oneself.
URL:https://rickhanson.com/event/wednesday-weekly-meditation-and-talk-with-maria-paula-jimenez/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Wednesday Meditation
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