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: Acceptance
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on acceptance, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: How to Develop Genuine Equanimity
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on How to Develop Genuine Equanimity, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: Brain Tips for Deep Calm
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on Brain Tips for Deep Calm, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: Calming Reactions to Others
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on Calming Reactions to Others, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: Working with Anger in Relationships
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on Working with Anger in Relationships, which includes a Q&A and discussion.
Meditation + Talk: How to Use Anger and Not Let It Use You
In this Wednesday Night Meditation, Dr. Rick Hanson offers a guided meditation and talk on How to Use Anger and Not Let It Use You, 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.)