A systematic survey of consciousness has revealed a first-person experiential pattern of descriptions consistent with ancient wisdom teachings—that awareness, interconnection, and love appear to be three interwoven threads forming a tapestry of the deep... Read more
Compassion in Action: Mindfulness Sessions for Black Lives Matter
We do our practice not only for ourselves, but for all those whose lives we touch. All proceeds from these drop in donation based guided meditation sessions go to Black Lives Matter to support more direct actions in ending police violence in the US. Pl... Read more
Forgiveness and Love: A Mindfulness Daylong
In divisive times the Buddhist practices teach us how to be agents of healing and to make our lives a source of joy for others. Through practice we learn to disagree without becoming enemies. We learn to discern unskillful actions in others without tu... Read more
Mindful of Whiteness Anti-Racist Practice Group
Mindful of Whiteness is a monthly, online practice group and community for those who are doing the internal work of examining white privilege and the external work of fighting racism.
The Work of Anti-Racism
“The beauty of anti-racism is that you don’... Read more
[Cancelled] Relaxation: Body, Heart, and Mind
To relax is to make space.
To relax is to invite our true heart, our natural goodness, that which is founded in love and connection.
To relax is to invite what is below the surface and may have not found room to be seen and known.
When ther... Read more
[Cancelled] Encontrando Calma en Medio de la Turbulencia | Día de Retiro
Durante estos días de incertidumbre, puede ser un desafío encontrar momentos de sosiego en medio de tantos eventos que causan sufrimientos y ansiedad. Las enseñanzas y prácticas de meditación y “Mindfulness” nos ofrecen técnicas para lograr un balance e... Read more
Taking Refuge in Anti-Racist Practices: A Course for White Folx
This class series is full. If you have a strong desire to attend a class like this, please consider forming your own group and follow this curriculum: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1O0d8s4u9M81nMTz6CQQJRg_6Ahs2CResqQesewR5Nys/mobilebasic
Alte... Read more
White Teachers Responding to Racism and Suffering: A Community Q&A with Tara Brach, Jack Kornfield, and Trudy Goodman
How do we best respond to the suffering of racial violence and dehumanization of African-Americans in our society?
During this gathering we will explore our questions in a safe and respectful container. Together, well honor these painful times as a cal... Read more
Keeping Our Heads and Hearts Above the Waters: Building Resilience in Times of Uncertainty
We are living in uncertain times; the pandemic, social unrest, and polarization that may be affecting us physically, mentally and emotionally. This workshop will explore how we can learn to keep our heads and hearts above the waters in the midst of it ... Read more
The Short Course in Mindful Self-Compassion
NOTE: Class #1 started on July 22nd. You may register and start on July 29th by clicking the Register Now button to the left. Please email wendysschmelzer@gmail.com for any makeup work from Class #1.
Learn the skills we all need to meet life’s challe... Read more