Cultivating Courage
These teachings were offered in June, 2025 at Clear Dharma Sangha, part one of a two-part teaching on cultivating courage in times of rapid change and upheaval. Check out Clear Dharma Sangha here, or register for a drop-in session here.
I. Guided meditation Video: The Seed of Courage
Dharma Talk Video: Cultivating CouragE
Practice reflections:
Is courage asking you to open more or turn inward right now?
Where are you being called to act or speak with courage right now?
What helps you stay steady in the face of fear or overwhelm?
What would it look like to take one breath with courage today?
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Online Meditation Group with Oren:
Drop in by donation, or join as a member for access to all live sessions, recordings, and an audio library of guided meditations and teachings. Meets Wednesdays (4–5:30pm PT) and 1st and 3rd Saturdays (8-9am PT).
Saturday Practice Session: (with Lily) Drop in by donation, or join as a member for access to all live sessions, recordings, and an audio library of guided meditations and teachings. Meets Wednesdays (4–5:30pm PT) and 1st and 3rd Saturdays (8-9am PT).
Exclusive opportunity for past graduates: Integrating mindful communication takes time, practice, and support. Join Oren for monthly Q&A sessions for ongoing learning and coaching.
Online Meditation Group with Oren:
Drop in by donation, or join as a member for access to all live sessions, recordings, and an audio library of guided meditations and teachings. Meets Wednesdays (4–5:30pm PT) and 1st and 3rd Saturdays (8-9am PT).
Online: A six-week, live interactive course exploring Buddhist Right Speech and Nonviolent Communication. Meets Thursdays; recordings available.
Online Meditation Group with Oren:
Drop in by donation, or join as a member for access to all live sessions, recordings, and an audio library of guided meditations and teachings. Meets Wednesdays (4–5:30pm PT) and 1st and 3rd Saturdays (8-9am PT).
Online Meditation Group with Oren
Drop in by donation, or join as a member for access to all live sessions, recordings, and an audio library of guided meditations and teachings. Meets Wednesdays (4–5:30pm PT) and 1st and 3rd Saturdays (8-9am PT).
Saturday Practice Session: (with Lily) Drop in by donation, or join as a member for access to all live sessions, recordings, and an audio library of guided meditations and teachings. Meets Wednesdays (4–5:30pm PT) and 1st and 3rd Saturdays (8-9am PT).
Online Meditation Group with Oren
Drop in by donation, or join as a member for access to all live sessions, recordings, and an audio library of guided meditations and teachings. Meets Wednesdays (4–5:30pm PT) and 1st and 3rd Saturdays (8-9am PT).
Exclusive opportunity for past graduates: Integrating mindful communication takes time, practice, and support. Join Oren for monthly Q&A sessions for ongoing learning and coaching.
Online Meditation Group with Oren
Drop in by donation, or join as a member for access to all live sessions, recordings, and an audio library of guided meditations and teachings. Meets Wednesdays (4–5:30pm PT) and 1st and 3rd Saturdays (8-9am PT).
Note: There will be no sangha meeting NEXT week on November 25 due to the fall holiday.
By donation: Join Oren for this Sunday morning session through Community Meditation Center exploring Buddhist teachings on Wisdom and their application to modern life.
Exclusive opportunity for past graduates: Integrating mindful communication takes time, practice, and support. Join Oren for monthly Q&A sessions for ongoing learning and coaching.
An Insight Meditation retreat offered over the winter solstice. Residential and remote/online options are available.

Online: A six-week, live interactive course exploring Buddhist Right Speech and Nonviolent Communication. Meets Thursdays; recordings available.