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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: Developing Lovingkindness and Equanimity

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: Taking Refuge In The Good That Endures

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

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.

Meditation + Talk: Accepting Other People

Meditation + Talk: Accepting Other People

In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on Accepting Other People, which includes a Q&A and discussion.

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