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
Talk + Meditation: The Surprising Power of Active Nonviolence
Discover how active nonviolence offers a powerful, practical path to transform conflict, foster connection, and create real change—without fueling more harm.
Talk + Meditation: How to Find Peace in Impermanence
Struggling with constant change? In this talk, explore how embracing impermanence can ease anxiety, loosen clinging, and open the door to deeper peace.
Talk + Meditation: The Joy in Not-Knowing
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in certainty? Explore the surprising peace of not-knowing and how beginner’s mind can free you from stress and suffering.
Talk + Meditation: Respecting and Relieving Suffering
Minimizing pain—yours or others’—only deepens suffering. By respecting and relieving suffering with strength and compassion we can grow the strengths you need to heal.
Talk + Meditation: The Power of Appreciation – and How to Get More of It from Others
Feeling unseen or unappreciated? Learn how generosity and appreciation support lasting inner strength, and what to do when others don’t value your efforts.
Talk + Meditation: The Seductions of Healthy Desires
Feeling overwhelmed, always striving, or burnt out—even from good intentions? Learn how to stay centered and content through your core practice.
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Questions?
You can find answers to commonly asked questions about the Wednesday Meditations here! (Or ask your own.)