meditation

In the spirit of Thích Nhất Hạnh’s teachings, meditation with me is an invitation to come home to yourself—gently, compassionately, without rushing or striving. We do not use meditation to escape the challenges of life, but to meet them with greater clarity and steadiness.

The practice begins with stopping:

• stopping the momentum of worry,

• stopping the habit of running on autopilot,

• stopping the mind from being swept away by old stories or strong emotions.

Through mindful breathing, we create a soft but steady refuge where the body can settle, the heart can open, and the mind can see clearly.

Breathing Is Our Anchor

You will be guided to notice the natural rhythm of your breath—long or short, deep or shallow—with no need to change it. Simply recognizing the breath is already a return to yourself. When the mind wanders, as it naturally will, we practice the gentle art of returning. This returning is not a correction but a moment of tenderness, a reminder that mindfulness is built on kindness, not perfection.

We also draw from the Vipassana tradition of insight: observing sensations, thoughts, and emotions without judgment. Rather than pushing anything away, we look deeply. A tightness in the chest, a wave of sadness, a flutter of restlessness—all are seen, acknowledged, and allowed to be. In doing so, we learn that every experience arises, lives for a moment, and passes away.

This simple insight can free us from being carried off by habit or fear. Over time, clarity grows, compassion expands, and understanding becomes possible.

Our practice also includes walking meditation—moving slowly, in harmony with the breath. Each step becomes a small homecoming, a way to feel the earth beneath us and remember that we belong here.

Walking meditation is especially supportive for those who carry stress or who struggle with sitting for long periods. It teaches us that mindfulness is not limited to the cushion; it is a way of moving through the world.

While my offerings are open to all, I hold a special intention to create a space that centers the experiences of BIPoC practitioners. Many of us carry inherited burdens, unspoken stories, and generational pressures; meditation can be a place to soften, to breathe more freely, and to reconnect with inner dignity and resilience.

Together, we cultivate a practice rooted in presence, compassion, and insight—a path to understanding ourselves more deeply and easing suffering for ourselves and others.