In this talk, we explore how the language of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Buddhist meditation both point toward the same inner truth — the natural wisdom that arises when the mind is no longer entangled in struggle. Through the lens of the 8 C’s of Self and the Seven Factors of Awakening, we explore how qualities like calmness, curiosity, and compassion support the mind in unblending from parts and returning to balance.

Prompt: What is a moment/memory where you felt fully present and tapped into your true Self (your buddha nature)?

Talk segment that complements the sit portion on Awakening and Authentic Self.

Group Date: 10/14/2025

In this talk, we explore how the language of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Buddhist meditation both point toward the same inner truth — the natural wisdom that arises when the mind is no longer entangled in struggle. Through the lens of the 8 C’s of Self and the Seven Factors of Awakening, we explore how qualities like calmness, curiosity, and compassion support the mind in unblending from parts and returning to balance.

Prompt: What is a moment/memory where you felt fully present and tapped into your true Self (your buddha nature)?

Sitting segment that complements the talk portion on Awakening and Authentic Self

Group Date: 10/14/2025

This week we are focused on befriending our "protector" parts with compassion using the lens of Buddhist practice, specifically karuna (compassion) and upekkha (equanimity). The practice involves learning to relate to your inner parts with balance and wisdom, understanding that they arise from a place of care, not harm. By turning towards these parts instead of pushing them away, they can relax, allowing their energy to be redirected toward wholeness.

Prompt: What is a part of your personality that has been more active recently? Round 2!

Talk segment that complements the sit portion on Befriending Parts With Compassion.

Group Date: 10/07/2025

This week we are focused on befriending our "protector" parts with compassion using the lens of Buddhist practice, specifically karuna (compassion) and upekkha (equanimity). The practice involves learning to relate to your inner parts with balance and wisdom, understanding that they arise from a place of care, not harm. By turning towards these parts instead of pushing them away, they can relax, allowing their energy to be redirected toward wholeness.

Prompt: What is a part of your personality that has been more active recently? Round 2!

Sitting segment that complements the talk portion on Befriending Parts With Compassion.

Group Date: 10/07/2025

In this talk we explore how Buddhist meditation and modern psychology work to recognize the many sides within us such as the critic, the caretaker, the worrier, and the dreamer. We look at how the Buddha taught not self as a way to see thoughts, feelings, and sensations as changing processes rather than fixed identity. We also touch on Internal Family Systems which shows how protective and vulnerable parts arise for a reason and how a compassionate self can relate to them with care. Together these perspectives reveal that our parts are not enemies but guides and when met with curiosity and compassion they lead us back toward wholeness.

Prompt: What is a part of your personality that has been more active recently?

Talk segment that complements the sitting portion on Multiplicity Within.

Group Date: 9/30/2025

In this talk we explore how Buddhist meditation and modern psychology work to recognize the many sides within us such as the critic, the caretaker, the worrier, and the dreamer. We look at how the Buddha taught not self as a way to see thoughts, feelings, and sensations as changing processes rather than fixed identity. We also touch on Internal Family Systems which shows how protective and vulnerable parts arise for a reason and how a compassionate self can relate to them with care. Together these perspectives reveal that our parts are not enemies but guides and when met with curiosity and compassion they lead us back toward wholeness.

Prompt: What is a part of your personality that has been more active recently?

Sitting segment that complements the talk portion on Multiplicity Within.

Group Date: 9/30/2025

This week Olivia reflects on change through the lens of the Fall Equinox and the Buddha’s teaching on impermanence. Together we’ll explore why change can feel so difficult, how clinging or control leads to suffering, and what it means to meet each moment with awareness and choice. By practicing with impermanence—on and off the cushion—we open space for growth, freedom, and possibility.

Prompt: What is a change that is currently impacting you and how are you responding to it?

Talk segment that complements the sit portion on Change.

Group Date: 9/23/2025

This week Olivia reflects on change through the lens of the Fall Equinox and the Buddha’s teaching on impermanence. Together we’ll explore why change can feel so difficult, how clinging or control leads to suffering, and what it means to meet each moment with awareness and choice. By practicing with impermanence—on and off the cushion—we open space for growth, freedom, and possibility.

Prompt: What is a change that is currently impacting you and how are you responding to it?

Sitting segment that complements the talk portion on Change.

Group Date: 9/23/2025

In this final step of our Interpersonal Dialogue series, Olivia leads us in exploring Holding with Compassion — an active practice of presence, boundaries, and care. Meeting difficulty with compassion builds trust and prevents burnout, while opening the possibility of shared awakening. Compassion frees both self and other, reminding us that liberation arises together through love and presence.

Prompt: Think of a person, place, or thing that makes you feel safe and what about it feels compassionately?

Talk segment that complements the sit portion on Holding with Compassion.

Group Date: 8/26/2025

In this final step of our Interpersonal Dialogue series, Olivia leads us in exploring Holding with Compassion — an active practice of presence, boundaries, and care. Meeting difficulty with compassion builds trust and prevents burnout, while opening the possibility of shared awakening. Compassion frees both self and other, reminding us that liberation arises together through love and presence.

Prompt: Think of a person, place, or thing that makes you feel safe and what about it feels compassionately?

Sitting segment that complements the talk portion on Holding with Compassion.

Group Date: 8/26/2025