What does it mean to see honestly and listen deeply to the cries of the world? …You become a Buddha. You steady your heart. You trust your body. You see how difficult it is to be human, and how magnificent and beautiful. You see that suffering isn’t the end of the story. And when you meditate, meditation is just a kind of preparation for living wisely. In the end, you can listen to this one question: “What would love have me do today?”
Jack Kornfield, PhD
Residential Retreat Teacher
Jack trained as a Buddhist monk in the monasteries of Thailand, India and Burma. He has taught meditation internationally since 1974 and is one of the key teachers to introduce Buddhist mindfulness practice to the West. He is a founding teacher of the Insight Meditation Society and Spirit Rock Meditation Center. He holds a PhD in clinical psychology, and is a father, husband, and activist. His books include A Path with Heart; Buddha's Little Instruction Book; Teachings of the Buddha; Seeking the Heart of Wisdom; Living Dharma; A Still Forest Pool; After the Ecstasy, the Laundry; The Art of Forgiveness, Lovingkindness and Peace; The Wise Heart: A Guide to the Universal Teachings of Buddhist Psychology; and Bringing Home the Dharma: Awakening Right Where You Are.
Jack Kornfield's Upcoming Programs
Retreat | On-Land | Hybrid
Saturday, June 22 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Awakened Heart: Mindfulness and Compassion Practices for Living a Wise and Free Life
The Awakened Heart practices known as the brahmavihāras are treasures that offer us timeless ways to cultivate and embody lovingkindness, compassion, joy, and peace. Cultivating the heart begins with self-love and self-compassion, and opens toward boundless kindness and care, holding beings throughout the many worlds in our own awakened heart. Join us in the delight of exploring, practicing together, and renewing these disciplines through meditation, stories, teachings, dialogue, and time with our beloved elder teacher.
Jack Kornfield
Retreat | Online | Hybrid
Saturday, June 22 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Awakened Heart: Mindfulness and Compassion Practices for Living a Wise and Free Life
The Awakened Heart practices known as the brahmavihāras are treasures that offer us timeless ways to cultivate and embody lovingkindness, compassion, joy, and peace. Cultivating the heart begins with self-love and self-compassion, and opens toward boundless kindness and care, holding beings throughout the many worlds in our own awakened heart. Join us in the delight of exploring, practicing together, and renewing these disciplines through meditation, stories, teachings, dialogue, and time with our beloved elder teacher.
Jack Kornfield
Upcoming Drop-Ins
Drop-in | Online
Monday, July 22 | 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Monday Night Meditation & Talk
For over 35 years, the Monday Night sitting group at Spirit Rock has been a welcoming refuge to gather, hear the teachings of the Buddha, and practice Insight Meditation together as a community. The program includes a 30-40 min guided meditation, a short break, and a Dharma talk.
Jack Kornfield
Dharma Library
Can't join us live online or on the land? Study and practice at your convenience with Jack Kornfield through our new library of recordings, articles, and self-paced online courses.