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Dharma Talks given at Spirit Rock Meditation Center
2026-06-19 Mindfulness of Thoughts & Emotions (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 59:47
Gullu Singh
In this talk, on day 3 of the retreat, Gullu discusses expanding the frame of awareness from just the anchor to include more and more experience, especially thoughts and emotions.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Mindfulness for Everyone: Cultivating Attention, Compassion, and Presence

2026-06-18 Trusting the Flow of Our Unfolding 63:10
Grace Fisher
Begins with a 30m meditation and is immediately followed by a Dharma talk. (Group discussion has been omitted.)
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Thursday Morning Women’s Group

2026-06-18 Guided Meditation on Body Sensations and Working with Pain (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 60:42
Diana Winston
We explore how to be aware of body sensations from a "Somatic Mindfulness" or body-based perspective, as well as get guidance on how to mindfully work with physical pain
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Mindfulness for Everyone: Cultivating Attention, Compassion, and Presence

2026-06-17 Cultivating Loving Kindness Using Phrases (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 46:37
Gullu Singh
In the talk Gullu introduces a simple accesible loving kindness practice to cultivate an attidude of friendliness, benevolence and good will for a beloved being, self and all beings.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Mindfulness for Everyone: Cultivating Attention, Compassion, and Presence

2026-06-17 Mindfulness Basics (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 54:08
Diana Winston
This foundational talk on mindfulness offers insight into why and how to practice mindfulness, the science behind it, what makes meditation difficult, the qualities of a mindful mind, and the fruits of the practice.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Mindfulness for Everyone: Cultivating Attention, Compassion, and Presence

2026-06-17 Everyday is a Vow of Risk 60:45
Heidi Bourne
Includes a meditation, dharma talk & 1 key area for discussion.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks

2026-06-17 Morning instructions: Breath as Anchor (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 62:31
Dawn Mauricio
In our first morning, you are guided to slow down, settle, and turn toward your breath as your faithful anchor for the meditation.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Mindfulness for Everyone: Cultivating Attention, Compassion, and Presence

2026-06-17 The Skillful Use of Pleasure 57:35
Francisco Morillo Gable
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Spirit Rock - Rainbow Sangha

2026-06-15 Integration (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 64:36
Tuere Sala
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Exploring Awareness: A Retreat for Experienced Practitioners

2026-06-15 What Is Freedom? Reflections on Juneteenth, Liberation, and the Path of Practice 1:34:04
Gina LaRoche
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks

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