MEDITATION @ One River Zen

Meditation at One River Zen is a journey into the heart of our true nature, a way of cutting through the fixed ideas and judgments that hold us back and recognizing our highest potential.

MEDITATION SCHEDULE:

MORNING:

Monday - Friday
6.30-7.30A

EVENING:
Wednesday
6.00-7.15P

SATURDAYS:
Meditation:
9-10A

Interested in practicing online? Join our mailing list to get a link for ZOOM and our online offerings. We have the same schedule for in-person and online meditation! If you misplaced the link, just sign up for any session on our calendar and the link will come automatically.

New to meditation? You’re always welcome to attend! Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to unwind and get seated. If you would like an orientation before you start, use the links below to schedule time with Sensei and get answers to all your questions…

Join Us for Morning Meditation at One River Zen…

Start Your Practice

Ready to join us in person? We make it simple and welcoming. When you arrive, just come in through the front door, slip off your shoes, and place them in the rack. Feel free to help yourself to a cup of coffee as we prepare to start the session.

When it’s time, we’ll head into the zendo together. You can choose a chair or a cushion, whichever is most comfortable for you. Not sure what to do? No worries—there’s always someone here to answer any questions and guide you if you need help.

Our practice consists of two twenty-minute seated meditation (zazen) periods, with a five-minute walking meditation in between. Sensei is available for dokusan (a one-on-one Q&A) during meditation periods if you'd like personalized guidance or have any questions about your practice.

The hardest part? Simply walking through the door. Once you're here, we’ll take care of everything else. Set your hesitation aside and join us for a morning of peace, presence, and connection.

What does the Science Say?

According to recent scientific research, meditation has a number of benefits:

  1. Reduces stress and anxiety: Meditation can help reduce cortisol, the hormone responsible for stress, anxiety, and depression.

  2. Improves concentration and focus: Regular meditation practice can improve cognitive function, including memory, attention, and decision-making skills.

  3. Boosts emotional well-being: Meditation can increase positive emotions such as gratitude, compassion, and joy, while reducing negative emotions such as anger, fear, and sadness.

  4. Lowers blood pressure: Meditation can help lower blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart disease.

  5. Promotes better sleep: Meditation can promote better sleep by helping reduce racing thoughts, anxiety, and chronic insomnia.

  6. Enhances creativity: Meditation can boost creativity by promoting divergent thinking and inspiring new ideas.

  7. Increases self-awareness: Meditation can help individuals become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and actions, leading to greater self-understanding and personal growth.

  8. Promotes inner peace: Meditation can bring calm and inner peace to those who practice it regularly.