Senior Teacher Speaker Series

Even as secular mindfulness teachers, those we work with sometimes ask more of us than instruction alone. In these moments, we are invited not only to offer practices, but also our presence — to listen deeply and to walk along with them as they come into a more intimate relationship...

At this moment, the Earth and many living species are threatened by humanity’s unawareness. It’s natural to feel frustration or anger when you care deeply about our planet and its more-than-human inhabitants. Yet the most powerful force for healing arises from wise stewardship and love. We'll explore accessing love and...

For many, the language of “no-self” or emptiness can seem confusing or abstract, and teachings on our true nature may feel distant or obscure. But they need not be.Join me for a fresh exploration of Buddha Nature—a realm that is, as the Tibetans say, closer than we imagine, easier than...

Each day we’re assailed by the chaos and confusion of a world that seems to be spinning out of control. The cruelty, violence, obscene greed and glaring injustices—rolling out incessantly like ocean waves—pound on our hearts and tear at our minds, demanding a wise response. Our meditation practice offers us...