Although our sense of is that we inhabit a singular, unified self that changes little across time, in fact all humans experience a wide multiplicity of self-states, ie traits, capabilities, perceptions and behaviors that differ from one situation to the next. This talk explores the origins of self-states and how to gain a greater sense of self-acceptance through connecting with these states in meditation practice.

Dharma talk on the difference between inevitable pain and avoidable suffering, along with a guided meditation on the theme.

An overview of attachment patterns in adults, followed by a review of ways to address damaging relational issues.

The mindfulness of mortality, Maraṇasati in Pali, is a 2,500 year old Buddhist meditation that provides a manner in which we can usefully and serenly contemplate the inevitabilities of old age, sickness, death and loss; the practice employs these reflections to discern our most authentic purpose in life, condusive to establishing one's highest sense of self-worth.

Dharma talk on a variety tools to emotionally regulate angry, depressed, triggered, shut down individuals. Meditation follows that explores some of the talk's themes.

Dharma talk on the underlying psychological structures resulting in chronic work related anxiety and guided meditation on the theme.

Talk, meditation and guided reflection on the theme.

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Talk and guided meditation on the theme.

31 minute talk followed by 29 minute guided meditation.