Wednesday Meditations with Dr. Rick Hanson - Rick Hanson, PhD

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

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Recent Wednesday Meditations and Talks

Talk + Meditation: Using Mindfulness When You’re Triggered

Jan 31, 2026

In this talk, I discuss how mindfulness, focused attention, open awareness, and non-clinging help us manage reactivity, reduce rumination, and relate more wisely to ourselves and others.

Talk + Meditation: Five Ways to Feel Less Anxious

Jan 24, 2026

Five powerful practices for meeting fear with mindfulness, compassion, action, and wisdom — and learning to live well, meanwhile.

Talk + Meditation: How to Trust Yourself

Jan 17, 2026

Learn how to rebuild self-trust, stop shrinking your life, and stay grounded when triggered. Also do a meditation on mindful breathing.

Talk + Meditation: Good Intentions

Jan 10, 2026

When the world feels morally confusing—or you’re hard on yourself for not being perfect—this talk explores how to reconnect with your good intentions, clarify your values, and live from the deeper goodness already moving through you.