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September 2018
Positive Neuroplasticity & Resilient Well-Being: 5-day Workshop
$675 – $5605
The world is increasingly volatile and uncertain. So we need to develop psychological strengths such as grit, gratitude, and compassion. This unshakable core is the essence of resilience, and the foundation of lasting well-being in a changing world. In this 5-day workshop, facilitated by Rick…
Find out more »October 2018
Evolving Together: Mindfulness Meditation & Modern Science Retreat
$685 – $1505
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. is joined by Wes Nisker, Nikki Mirghafori, and Terry Vandiver (yoga) for this 6-day meditation retreat at Spirit Rock. Many of us are amazed when we read of the latest scientific discoveries about the complexity of the brain or the number of galaxies in…
Find out more »November 2018
Opening Into Allness Workshop
$75 – $200
Modern brain science is beginning to shed light on the underlying neuropsychological basis of deep experiences of present moment awareness, integrated wholeness of mind, and the sense of interdependent connection with nature and physical reality. We can use these new findings in very practical ways to…
Find out more »February 2019
Neurology of Awakening
$75 – $200
The latest brain research has begun to confirm the central insights of the Buddha and other great teachers. And it's suggesting ways you can help your brain to enter deeper states of mindfulness and concentration, love, and happiness. Suffering, joy, and freedom all depend on…
Find out more »March 2019
Mindfulness, Compassion & Wisdom Conference – A Special Focus on Resilience
$199 – $549
Rick Hanson, Ph.D will present an all-day workshop on Friday, March 8th at the 7th Annual Mindfulness, Compassion & Wisdom Conference in San Diego, March 7-9, 2019, entitled "The Unshakable Core: Growing Embodied Resilience in a Turbulent World." In three segments, Rick will explore how…
Find out more »May 2019
Resilient: Cultivating an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength & Happiness Workshop & Livestream
$75 – $200
The world is volatile and unreliable. So it’s vital to develop durable psychological resources such as grit, gratitude, and compassion: the inner core that remains unshaken no matter what life brings. This is true resilience, the foundation of lasting well-being in a changing world and…
Find out more »June 2019
Monday Night at Spirit Rock
Free – $108
Join Rick Hanson, Ph.D. for “Spirit Rock Live: Monday Nights with Jack Kornfield and Friends”, a Livestream of Monday Night. Now in its 34th year, the Monday Night sitting group at Spirit Rock has been a welcoming refuge to gather, hear the teachings of the…
Find out more »July 2019
Positive Neuroplasticity: How to Grow Resilient Self-Worth and Happiness
$675 – $6252
In these volatile times, it’s more important than ever to build an unshakable internal core of resilient, confident well-being. By growing the good inside and coming home to our true nature, we can find lasting happiness, self-worth and inner peace. In this experiential workshop, you’ll…
Find out more »August 2019
Neurodharma of Love Workshop
$75 – $200
In our relationships, we experience most of our greatest joys and our greatest sorrows. The intersection of modern neuroscience and ancient contemplative wisdom offers skillful means for cultivating an open and caring heart, emotional balance during conflicts with others, and more fulfilling relationships. We will…
Find out more »September 2019
Neurodharma: A 10-day Experiential Exploration of the Deepest Roots of the Highest Happiness
$450
with Alisa Dennis, Terry Vandiver, Tina Rasmussen and Peter Grossenbacher The combination of modern brain science and ancient Buddhist wisdom is illuminating the embodied basis of deep experiences of present moment awareness, contentment and love, and the sense of being one with everything. Join New…
Find out more »October 2019
Peaceable, Friendly, and Fearless: Using Positive Neuroplasticity to Develop Calm, Compassionate Strength
$50 – $175
Positive neuroplasticity shows us how to turn passing experiences into lasting changes in the brain – hardwiring an unshakable calm, compassion, and courage into the marrow of our being. This experiential workshop, led by Rick Hanson, Ph.D., will offer lots of practical methods useful for both self-guided practice and in therapeutic settings.
Find out more »The Positive Neuroplasticity Training, with Clinical Applications – Maryland
$699 – $799
Join NY Times bestselling author, Rick Hanson, Ph.D. for this experiential 4-day workshop on using modern neuroscience to develop strong clinical resources - hardwired into the nervous system - to increase coping and well-being for clients. Drawing from Dr. Hanson’s 40-year background in human potential and clinical…
Find out more »November 2019
The Positive Neuroplasticity Training, with Clinical Applications
$699 – $799
Join NY Times bestselling author, Rick Hanson, Ph.D. for this experiential 4-day workshop on using modern neuroscience to develop strong clinical resources - hardwired into the nervous system - to increase coping and well-being for clients. Drawing from Dr. Hanson’s 40-year background in human potential and clinical…
Find out more »December 2019
Opening Into Allness Workshop
$75 – $200
Modern brain science is beginning to shed light on the underlying neuropsychological basis of deep experiences of present moment awareness, integrated wholeness of mind, and the sense of interdependent connection with nature and physical reality. We can use these new findings in very practical ways to…
Find out more »February 2020
Friendly & Fearless Workshop: Combining Kindness and Assertiveness in Important Relationships, Berkeley, CA
$135 – $179
Attend Live or Via Webcast! Join Rick Hanson and Daniel Ellenberg for a one-day workshop that will explore interpersonal courage, compassionate strength, and the intersection of love and power.
Find out more »March 2020
Live Interactive Webinar
Join Rick Hanson for an inspiring 90-minute webinar and Q&A that explores: What we can learn from the examples of the great sages and teachers—the wisest people who have ever lived What could be happening in your brain when your mind is calm, clear, loving, happy, wide open, and fully present Practical tips you can use…
Find out more »Dharma Talk + Meditation at Spirit Rock Meditation Center, Woodacre, CA
Free – $108
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will be guest teaching at Spirit Rock's Monday Night Dharma Talk and Meditation on Monday, May 4. This program is open from 7:15 – 9:15 pm in the Community Meditation Center.
Find out more »May 2020
ONLINE: Workshop + Keynote Address at A Mindful Society Conference 2020
$CAD895
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will be presenting a pre-conference workshop on May 1, and a keynote address on May 2 at the 2020 Mindful Society Conference in Toronto, Ontario.
Find out more »ONLINE: Talk at InsightLA, Los Angeles, CA
$5 – $55
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will give a live online talk to the Insight LA meditation community in Los Angeles, CA. The talk is entitled: "Neurodharma: New Science and Ancient Wisdom for a Challenging Time." During times like this, it’s natural to feel afraid, anxious, or threatened.…
Find out more »ONLINE: Dharma Talk + Meditation, Spirit Rock Meditation Center
Free – $108
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will be guest teaching at Spirit Rock's Monday Night Dharma Talk and Meditation on Monday, May 4. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the COVID-19 situation, all Spirit Rock events are temporarily being broadcast online. This program will be broadcast from 7:15 – 9:15 pm. Jack…
Find out more »ONLINE: Book Launch hosted by Copperfield’s Books
Free
Rick Hanson will offer a talk and book signing for his new book Neurodharma at Copperfield's Books, Petaluma, California.
Find out more »Finding Calm and Contentment in Turbulent Times
Free
Shambhala Mountain Center is offering a free, 60 minute live-streaming talk with Dr. Rick Hanson on May 6 at 11am PT. Dr. Hanson will be sharing techniques and insights that are directly applicable to life in these challenging times. The deepest roots of the highest…
Find out more »Well Enough Webinar with Rick Hanson & Sharon Salzburg
Free
Join us on Wednesday, May 6 at 4:30pm PDT ( 7:30PM EDT) for a FREE WellZoom Webinar with Rick Hanson, PhD, psychologist and New York Times bestselling author of Neurodharma, and Sharon Salzberg, meditation teacher and New York Times bestselling author, in conversation with Kalia Kelmenson, editorial director at Spirituality & Health, about keeping the mind well. This is…
Find out more »Wednesday Meditations with Dr. Rick Hanson
Free
Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness, calm and inner peace, lovingkindness, mindfulness, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. Join Dr. Rick Hanson…
Find out more »Keynote Address for the Inner Peace Conference
Free
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will deliver a Keynote Talk (12:30 pm ET) at the Inner Peace Conference in New York City.
Find out more »Evening Talk for New York Insight Meditation Center
$20
In Neurodharma: New Science, Ancient Wisdom, and Seven Practices of the Highest Happiness, Rick Hanson, Ph.D. offers a bold yet plausible plan for reverse-engineering peak experiences, sense of oneness, and the heights of human possibilities. And he does so with his trademark blend of solid science and…
Find out more »Already Home Workshop for New York Insight Meditation Center
$45 – $55
Join New York Times bestselling author Dr. Rick Hanson for a daylong workshop where you'll explore the Buddhist analysis of the mind as a road map for strengthening the neural circuitry of deep calm, contentment, kindness, and wisdom—qualities we all need to succeed in the face of adversity.
Find out more »The Neurology of Awakening Workshop for IMCC
Free
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will be guest teaching at the Insight Meditation Community of Charlottesville's weekly Tuesday Sangha. He will present a talk and meditation based on his new book, Neurodharma.
Find out more »Wednesday Meditations with Dr. Rick Hanson
Free
Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness, calm and inner peace, lovingkindness, mindfulness, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. Join Dr. Rick Hanson…
Find out more »Keynote Address for The Art & Science of Transformational Change Conference
$347 – $447
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will give a keynote address at the the 22nd International Energy Psychology Conference: The Art & Science of Transformational Change on May 16 in Baltimore, MD.
Find out more »Book Passage Conversation with Rick Hanson and Lori Gottlieb
Free
Book Passage hosts an extended session with an online conversation with Rick Hanson, Ph.D. and Lori Gottlieb. For more than 40 years, Book Passage has been the welcoming home for Bay Area readers. On April 4th, they launched an online series, "Book Passage’s Conversations with Authors,"…
Find out more »Wednesday Meditations with Dr. Rick Hanson
Free
Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness, calm and inner peace, lovingkindness, mindfulness, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. Join Dr. Rick Hanson…
Find out more »Book Talk at Bookshop Santa Cruz, CA
Free
Rick Hanson will offer a talk and book signing for his new book Neurodharma at Bookshop Santa Cruz.
Find out more »Keynote Address for Never Alone Summit
Free
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will offer a live talk at the online Never Alone Summit, a 3-day global mental health summit, featuring over 50 experts in the fields of mental health, wellness and brain science, plus some amazing musicians, writers and performing artists, May 22-24, 2020. Dr.…
Find out more »Exploring Neurodharma and the Essence of Awakening
Free
Rick Hanson will offer a day-long workshop based on teachings from his new book Neurodharma at the Vajrapani Institute in Santa Cruz.
Find out more »Keynote Address for A New Beginning World Conference
$190 – $325
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will offer a keynote address on May 23rd at 1:30pm PDT for the New Beginning World Conference, which takes place online May 23-25, 2020. This 3-day interactive online event offers talks, interviews, discussion groups and Q&A sessions with 30 of the foremost…
Find out more »The Unshakable Core: Growing Calm Strength for Turbulent Times
Free – $100
The Garrison Institute presents a live webinar with psychologist and best-selling author Rick Hanson. The deepest roots of the highest happiness are in the living body. At the intersection of modern science and ancient wisdom – which could be called neurodharma – we can find…
Find out more »Talk + Meditation for the Insight Meditation Community of Washington D.C.
Free
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will be guest teaching at Tara Brach's Wednesday Night Drop-In Meditation Sit for the Insight Meditation Community of Washington D.C.
Find out more »Wednesday Meditations with Dr. Rick Hanson
Free
Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness, calm and inner peace, lovingkindness, mindfulness, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. Join Dr. Rick Hanson…
Find out more »Tibet Watch – LIVE online
Free
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will join a LIVE online discussion for Tibet Watch, and will share some of his advice on how to face the anxiety and uncertainty in these challenging times, as well as how Tibetan teachings have informed his practice and career. Inspired by His Holiness…
Find out more »Facebook LIVE! with Marie Forleo
Free
Join Dr. Rick Hanson every week as he chats with a variety of guests on YouTube/Facebook Live. This week he chats with Marie Forleo, entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist, and an unshakable optimist dedicated to helping you become the person you most want to be. They'll talk about…
Find out more »Special Benefit Event for Cambridge Insight Meditation Center
$30 – $50
Join Dr. Rick Hanson to explore seven practices of awakening and what could be happening in the brain as we engage them – with a focus on resilient love and happiness in everyday life. These practices are for everyone, and no background in neuroscience or meditation is needed. There will be time for discussion and some experiential practice.
Find out more »Book Talk at Brookline Booksmith
Free
Rick Hanson, Ph.D. will offer a free online talk for his new book, Neurodharma: New Science, Ancient Wisdom, and Seven Practices of the Highest Happiness, through the Brookline Booksmith in Brookline (Boston), MA. This is an online free event, starting at 11am PT / 2pm ET.…
Find out more »June 2020
Book Talk for Politics & Prose
Free
Rick Hanson will offer a talk and book signing for his new book Neurodharma at Politics & Prose in Washington, D.C.
Find out more »Wednesday Meditations with Dr. Rick Hanson
Free
Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness, calm and inner peace, lovingkindness, mindfulness, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. Join Dr. Rick Hanson…
Find out more »Facebook LIVE! with Jeff Thompson, PhD
Free
Join Dr. Rick Hanson every week as he chats with a variety of guests on YouTube/Facebook Live. This week he chats with Jeff Thompson, PhD, Adjunct Associate Research Scientist at the Molecular Imaging and Neuropathology Division of the New York State Psychiatric Institute at Columbia…
Find out more »Book Talk at Third Place Books, Seattle, WA
Rick Hanson will offer an online book talk for his new book, Neurodharma: New Science, Ancient Wisdom, and Seven Practices of the Highest Happiness, for Third Place Books in Seattle, Washington.
Find out more »Keynote Address for the Mindfulness & Compassion Global Summit
Free
Gather with people from around the world to explore how mindfulness and compassion are powerful tools for changing that.
Find out more »Wednesday Meditations with Dr. Rick Hanson
Free
Much research has shown that meditation is one of the very best ways to cultivate the brain states of self-awareness, calm and inner peace, lovingkindness, mindfulness, and happiness – as well as strengthen the immune system and nurture other health benefits. Join Dr. Rick Hanson…
Find out more »Neurodharma Workshop at Spirit Rock Meditation Center
$45 – $200
Rick Hanson will offer a daylong workshop based on teachings from his new book, Neurodharma at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, CA.
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