How does perception shape our experience? And how easily can a perception become overthinking, obsessive thinking, or taking something personally? Together, we’ll explore how perceptions arise, which ones we may have outgrown, and which ones still pull us into repetitive stories. Drawing on the Buddhist teaching that what the mind frequently ponders becomes its inclination, we’ll explore how awareness can open new ways of relating to our experience.

In this Dharma talk, devon hase explores equanimity not as indifference or withdrawal, but as a source of clarity, compassion, and courageous engagement with the world. Drawing on stories from Joseph Goldstein, Mingyur Rinpoche, and other beloved teachers, she invites us to discover the unshakable center from which wise action becomes possible.

This dhamma talk, comments, questions and responses was offered on October 10, 2026 for “Eastbay Dhamma”

In this wide-ranging conversation with devon hase, Joseph Goldstein shares reflections from more than sixty years of meditation practice. Exploring walking meditation, mindfulness of the body, impermanence, and working skillfully with fear and anger, Joseph offers practical guidance for cultivating equanimity and bringing greater wisdom and freedom into everyday life.

This dhamma talk, guided meditation, comments, questions and responses was offered on the 10th of October, 2026 for “How do I apply the Dhamma to THIS!?!”