Meditation is the simple yet profound practice of awakening to our most fundamental self. At this very moment, we have within us a fundamental state of being that is empty, open, and free. And yet, at present we cannot see it because it is covered over by all kinds of habitual tendencies and obscurations. Through the practice of meditation, we are gradually able to let go of these — burning away the extraneous and leaving exposed the brilliant, awakened state, which is what we really are. Opened by this process, we are able to engage our lives with tremendous clarity and warmth, so that we see and appreciate this sacred world and are able to love others in a way that is truly selfless. The process of meditation initially gives us back our lives and our deepest selves, and ultimately opens our hearts to the entire universe.
Here, we have collected information on somatic meditation and hours of guided practices and teaching sessions for beginning and experienced practitioners. Use the links at left (or below on smaller screens) to explore these resources.
Read Articles & Interviews or find books and audio programs for purchase through third parties in the Published Works and Audio Download sections.
The Practice Materials section contains downloadable chants and supports for daily practice.