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
Guest Teachers:
December 25 – No Sitting Group
January 1, 2025 – No Sitting Group
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: Struggles, Lessons, and Hope
This Wednesday Night Meditation included a meditation and talk with Dr. Rick Hanson and Mamphela Ramphele on Struggles, Lessons, and Hope.
Meditation + Talk: Wisdom in the Wounds
This Wednesday Night Meditation included an 18-minute meditation, a 45-minute talk, and a discussion about Wisdom in the Wounds with Lakiba Pittman.
Meditation + Talk: Practicing with Sorrow
This Wednesday Night Meditation included a 35-minute meditation, a 48-minute talk, and a discussion with Rick Hanson about Practicing with Sorrow.
Meditation + Talk: The Power of Giving and Receiving
This Wednesday Night Meditation included a 33-minute meditation, a 50-minute talk, and a discussion on The Power of Giving and Receiving by Daniel Ellenberg, Ph.D.
Meditation + Talk: Connecting with Yourself and Others – Three Foundational Practices
This Wednesday Night Meditation included a 33-minute meditation, a 47-minute talk, and a discussion on Connecting with Yourself & Others: Three Foundational Practices with Daniel Ellenberg, Ph.D.
Meditation + Talk: The Ten Ways of Dealing with Difficult Emotions
This Wednesday Night Meditation included a 39-minute meditation, a 61-minute talk, and a discussion with Venerable Bhante Buddharakkita on The Ten (10 ) Ways of Dealing with Difficult Emotions.
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