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:
May 1 – sujatha baliga
May 8 – Sean Oakes
May 15 – Anne Roise
May 22 – Caverly Morgan
June 26 – Ethan Nichtern
These teachings are offered freely, at no charge.
Offerings of dāna (donation) to support these teachings are received with much gratitude!
Recent Wednesday Meditations and Talks
Meditation + Talk: The Perfection of Patience
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on The Perfection of Patience, both inside yourself and in reality altogether, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: Thankfulness and Gratitude
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on thankfulness and gratitude – even amidst losses and frustrations, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: Developing Lovingkindness and Equanimity
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, guest speaker Leslie Booker offers a guided meditation and talk on developing lovingkindness and equanimity through the “Paramis”, both inside yourself and in reality altogether, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: Making Peace in Your Mind with Other People
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on Making Peace in Your Mind with Other People, both inside yourself and in reality altogether, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: Taking Refuge In The Good That Endures
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on Taking Refuge In The Good That Endures, both inside yourself and in reality altogether, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: Accepting the World
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on Accepting the World, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
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Questions?
You can find answers to commonly asked questions about the Wednesday Meditations here! (Or ask your own.)