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
Meditation + Talk: What to Do When You Get Triggered
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offered a meditation and talk on What to Do when You Get Triggered.
Meditation + Talk: The Living Heart of Compassion
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offered a meditation and talk on The Living Heart of Compassion.
Meditation + Talk: The Essence of Practice in Three Breaths
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offered a meditation and talk on The Essence of Practice in Three Breaths.
Meditation + Talk: Resting in the Ground of Everything
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offered a meditation and talk on Resting in the Ground of Everything.
Meditation + Talk: Innate Goodness As A Portal To Awakening
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, guest teacher Stephen Snyder offers a guided meditation and talk on Innate Goodness as a Portal to Awakening, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: Embracing What Can Be
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, guest teacher Daniel Ellenberg offers a guided meditation and talk on Embracing What Can Be, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
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Questions?
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