Like many, I am heartbroken with sadness over the events in Charlottesville, Virginia and the rising wave of hate and violence in our culture. While this is part of a long painful history, I want to understand the current tide of white nationalism and racism so the fear and anger it promotes does not take over my own heart. Read the rest of his letter here >

Please join us the week for some our Drop-In programs to be in sangha together during this challenging time.

Listen to Jack Kornfield on KQED's Forum "Learning to Let Go of Anxiety"

Uncertain times are “the perfect place to deepen the practice of awakening,” writes the longtime Buddhist teacher Jack Kornfield. Kornfield’s latest book, “No Time Like the Present: Finding Freedom, Love, and Joy Right Where You Are,” offers advice on finding freedom from worry, anxiety and want. The founder of Marin’s Spirit Rock meditation center, Kornfield joins us to discuss his new book and share what he’s learned as a longtime practitioner of Buddhism and mindfulness.

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