OFFERINGS

Free Drop-in Meditation Sessions

  • Mindful USC Drop-In Meditation

    WEDNESDAYS 12:30-1 PT

    On Zoom

    In this 30 minute drop-in session, we explore principles and practices of mindfulness meditation from a multiplicity of perspectives, drawing inspiration and insight from poetry, Buddhist teachings, modern neuroscience, secular mindfulness, indigenous wisdom, the natural world, popular culture, mysticism, and the lived experience of one another. Each session includes reflections on a theme, 15 minutes of guided meditation, and conversation in a supportive community. Meditators at any level of practice are welcome.

    (These weekly sessions will resume in September 2023).

    LINK

  • UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center (MARC) Drop-In Meditation at the Hammer Museum

    THURSDAYS 12:30-1 PT (see when Allyson is on the schedule)

    Livestream & In Person, Hammer Museum, Billy Wilder Theater, 10899 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles

    In this 30 minute drop-in session, we explore mindfulness meditation practices together in a hybrid global community of meditators who gather in person and on line at the beautiful Hammer Museum. Mindfulness is the moment-by-moment awareness of our inner and outer experiences with an attitude of openness, kindness, and acceptance. Research has shown that mindfulness practice can reduce stress, improve attention, boost the immune system, reduce emotional reactivity, and promote a general sense of health and wellbeing. Meditators at any level of practice are welcome.

    LIVESTREAM

classes

  • Mindful USC

    I teach mindfulness classes, workshops, and practice groups throughout the academic year at the University of Southern California (USC). These classes are open to students, faculty, staff, and alumni of USC, as well as to members of the larger community.

    CLASS LISTINGS

  • INSIGHTLA

    I teach various dharma classes and retreats throughout the year at InsightLA (ILA). Check out the ILA website to see if and when I’m teaching.

    WEBSITE

AUDIO RECORDINGS

These short, less-than-a-minute meditations are designed to help you bring mindfulness into your everyday life.

  • Stand Under a Tree Meditation

    DOWNLOAD

  • Before You Take a Bite of Food Meditation

    DOWNLOAD

  • Opening to Sound and Beyond Meditation

    DOWNLOAD

Hammer Museum Mindfulness Meditation SessionS

In these 30-minute sessions recorded live at the Hammer Museum in LA, I share my personal reflections on a wide range of mindfulness topics and teachings and lead you through a related guided meditation. You can find the full library of the Hammer recordings here. A written summary of several of these teachings lives here.