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Oren Jay Sofer's Dharma Talks at Spirit Rock Meditation Center
Oren Jay Sofer
Developing a clear understanding of the teachings and learning to fully inhabit the body have been core parts of my Dhamma practice. These areas, as well a strong emphasis on the heart, inform and shape my teaching. The few years I spent training as an Anagarika in the Thai Forest monasteries broadened my understanding of the Buddha's teachings and instilled a profound respect for the Bhikkhu and Bhikkhuni Sangha. All along the way, I've been particularly interested in how other modalities like Nonviolent Communication and Somatics can support our growth in awakening.
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2025-04-03 A Gentle Introduction to Metta Practice (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 60:16
In this guided meditation with instructions, we begin with connecting with the felt sense of metta, then explore offering phrases for a benefactor, mentor, or good friend.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Steadying the Heart: Refuge through the Four Sublime States
2025-04-02 The Courage to Love (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 45:24
In this talk from the first night of a weeklong silent retreat, Oren Jay Sofer explores mettā (lovingkindness) as both refuge and strength. Framing the Buddhist path as a practice of wise relationship, he offers several ways to cultivate mettā, inviting us to consider what it means to relate to life with warmth, steadiness, and care—even in a world of change and uncertainty.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Steadying the Heart: Refuge through the Four Sublime States
2024-12-19 Attuning and Settling with an Anchor (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 60:22
Guided Meditation on using an anchor to settle the heart-mind.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Winter Solstice Retreat: Embracing the Dark, Inviting the Light
2023-12-20 Samatha Vipassana (and a little Karuna) 46:42
The differences between Samatha and Vipassana (calm abiding and insight) practice, with some attention to compassion as a flavor of right attitude.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Insight Meditation Winter Solstice Retreat: Embracing the Dark, Inviting the Light
2023-12-19 Samatha Practice (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 26:18
Guided meditation plus Q&A on working with anchors and developing calm abiding.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Insight Meditation Winter Solstice Retreat: Embracing the Dark, Inviting the Light
2023-12-18 Cultivation and the Four Noble Truths (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 55:14
Reflections on the path of practice as cultivating skillful qualities and freeing the heart / mind from suffering.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Insight Meditation Winter Solstice Retreat: Embracing the Dark, Inviting the Light
2023-10-02 Bridge the Gap: Integrating Spiritual Practice into Life 1:46:40
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Monday and Wednesday Talks
2023-09-25 Reclaiming the Heart's Beauty (Retreat at Spirit Rock) 51:16
An exploration of the power of metta to transform our hearts and our world.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Steadying the Heart: Refuge through the Four Sublime States
2022-06-13 Monday Night Dharma Talk - Progress on the Spiritual Path and Finding a Teacher 69:53
Spirit Rock Meditation Center
2022-04-07 Guided Meditation: Joy 61:10
A guided meditation beginning with a reflection on gratitude, opening to joy, and then cultivating Mudita - joy in the happiness of others.
Spirit Rock Meditation Center Steadying the Heart: Refuge through the Four Sublime States

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