Dear friends,

There's so much in my heart right now that I long to connect about—but this message is focused on giving you a heads-up about some events, including a free session tomorrow morning!

All of the fee-based opportunities below offer generous sliding-scale pricing and/or scholarship support, so please don’t let cost be a factor in joining.

I look forward to sharing more soon in my next newsletter. Until then, take care of your heart so we can keep taking care of each other and this beautiful planet.

Warmly,

Oren

Tomorrow:

Staying Human in Conflict: Three Practices for Difficult Conversations
Tomorrow: Friday, August 28, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM PT (time zone converter)

Can't attend live? Register here by Sunday to receive access to the recording.

Coming in September:

Steadying the Heart: Refuge through the Four Sublime States

September 8 – 14 | Residential and Online Retreat via Spirit Rock

Scholarship Support:

• Online: No one turned away. Email [email protected] for details.

• Residential: General scholarships are available. The Toni Ko Scholarship is for those new to retreat between the ages of 27 and 55; the Present Parent Scholarship is for those raising children under 18 who are part of a low- to modest-income household. Email [email protected] to apply.

Clear Dharma Sangha: New Series on Insight Meditation

Wednesdays, September 16 – December 2 | 4–5:30pm PT

• I'll be starting a new series in my weekly sangha next month, exploring Samatha-Vipassana—“Insight Meditation,” as it’s known in the West—with guided practice, teachings, and interactive discussion. All levels of experience are welcome, and you can participate live or through the recordings. Learn more and join here.

Immersion in Nonviolent Communication: Eight-month Intensive

September 19-20 | One weekend per month September 2026-April 2027

• If tomorrow's session leaves you wanting more, Roxy and I begin our eight-month Immersion in NVC on September 19. The program offers a structured path for bringing NVC into your relationships, work, and daily life, with monthly teaching weekends, small-group coaching, empathy groups, and ongoing community. Learn more and apply here.