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: Coming Home: The Power of One Compassionate Connection
Feeling overwhelmed by the world? Start with one compassionate connection. Small moments of kindness can change lives—including your own.
Talk + Meditation: The Sweet Power of Kindness, Compassion, and Happiness for Others
The more we rest in kindness, compassion, and joy for others, the less they become something we practice—and the more they become who we are.
Talk + Meditation: Positive Emotions as Key Steps in the Path of Awakening
The Buddha didn’t just tolerate joy — he prescribed it. Gladness, rapture, tranquility & happiness are essential steps on the path to awakening.
Talk + Meditation: The Powerful Combination of Concentration and Insight
A scattered mind can’t cut through suffering. Concentration gives your mindfulness the power to actually move you toward freedom and inner peace.
Talk + Meditation: Insightful Freedom from Craving
Rick Hanson explores an early Buddhist teaching on self, craving, and liberation—and how to find peace without losing yourself.
Talk + Meditation: Coming Home to Yourself: Self-Compassion as the Foundation for Healing
Lakiba Pittman explores self-compassion, personal growth, and the small moments that guide us back to our truest selves.
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