THE FUTURE-PROOF FESTIVAL Berlin, July 2 - 5, 2019 TOA is Europe’s Leading Technology Festival. Their mission is to help people future-proof their businesses and their lives. They believe that technology is transforming the way we work, live and relate: only if you understand technology can you take advantage of the opportunities it’s creating. Marc […]
Marc Lesser is internationally recognized for pioneering work in mindful leadership, creating exceptional business cultures, and supporting profound well-being. In this workshop, you’ll explore the tools you need to shift awareness, enhance communication, build trust, eliminate fear and self-doubt, and cut down on unnecessary workplace drama. You’ll learn how the inner work of mindfulness and […]
Living and Leading a Meaningful and Connected Life What does it really mean to lead with awareness—to be clear, open, and compassionate—and to live a life of authentic connection and purposeful engagement? Join best-selling author and renowned psychiatrist Dan Siegel, MD, and mindfulness and emotional intelligence expert Marc Lesser, for an intensive deep dive on how to […]
Dharma talks are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha's Way. Public Dharma talks are offered every Sunday morning at Green Gulch at 10:00 am in the zendo as part of the Sunday Morning Program. Everyone is welcome to attend, and chairs are available.
with Dan Zigmond and Marc Lesser August 22 – 25, 2019 (Thursday – Sunday) All are welcome. We often live life in a hectic fog, working too much and noticing too little. So many of our days are filled with convenient distractions, promising happiness but delivering mostly busyness and frustration. During this retreat we will […]
1-day Training with Marc Lesser and Mounira Latrache | September 6, 2019; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm CEST What would your work look like if you knew how to stay focused without being rigid, if you got more of the right things done, if you could transform challenges into opportunities? In this 1-day workshop, which […]
Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader evolved out of Marc Lesser’s work helping to create Search Inside Yourself, a mindfulness-based emotional intelligence program at Google. It builds on his experiences as a Zen teacher, particularly his time as head cook at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, the first Zen monastery in the western world.
Marc Lesser is internationally recognized for pioneering work in mindful leadership, creating exceptional business cultures, and supporting profound well-being. In this workshop, you’ll explore the tools you need to shift awareness, enhance communication, build trust, eliminate fear and self-doubt, and cut down on unnecessary workplace drama. You’ll learn how the inner work of mindfulness and […]
An Executive Leadership Symposium, facilitated by Marc Lesser, furthering dialogue on community-focused infrastructure & inclusive wealth building.
Marc Lesser will be delivering a keynote presentation on October 24 at the Page Up Annual Conference in San Francisco on the Seven Practices..
Explore how the inner work of mindfulness meets the outer work of leadership and business as a force for positive change.
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this one-day retreat with Marc Lesser at Green Gulch Farm offers time to stop, reflect, and renew.
In this talk, Marc will cover 7 simple yet profound practices that shift awareness, enhance communication, build trust, eliminate fear and self-doubt, and cut down on unnecessary workplace drama. You’ll learn how the inner work of mindfulness and self-awareness meets the outer work of leadership and business as forces for positive change and results that […]
Over the last 6 years, this annual event has brought together 3,540 leaders from over 34 countries. Marc Lesser will be offering a keynote address and workshop on November 16 and 17.
Learn how the inner work of mindfulness meets the outer work of leadership and business as a force for positive change. This mindfulness-based emotional intelligence training integrates self-awareness, communication skills, and cutting-edge neuroscience with depth and accessibility for leaders.
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this one-day retreat with Marc Lesser in Mill Valley offers time to stop, reflect, and renew.
Wednesday evening meditations and meeting with Marc Lesser and occasional guest teachers. Schedule: each Wednesday (recurring) from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Register at https://millvalleyzen.com/. Mill Valley Zen is open to anyone wanting to learn to meditate, to have a regular meditation practice, to sit with others, to study Zen, to investigate the question of what […]
This five-month training program will be geared toward those in leadership positions working in social and environmental justice, education, health care, and other non-profit organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area. It will cultivate the mindful leadership skills of focus, clarity, emotional regulation, compassion, self-awareness, and well-being for non-profit leaders in the social change sector. […]
“The practice I speak of is not meditation. It is simply the dharma gate of repose and bliss…It is the manifestation of ultimate reality…Once its heart is grasped, you are like a dragon when he gains the water, like a tiger when she enters the mountains.”
–Dogen
This is a traditional intensive training period common in the schools of Buddhism. Participants can engage in this training period in one of three ways: as a resident, as a commuter, and online. This training period is a chance to develop and deepen your practice together with others in a supportive environment and through activities […]
Practice Center: City Center Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha's Way. Public Dharma talks are offered every Saturday morning at 10:00 am and most Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in the Buddha Hall (and occasionally in the dining room). Everyone is welcome to attend, and […]
Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha's Way. Public Dharma talks are offered every Saturday morning at 10:00 am and most Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in the Buddha Hall (and occasionally in the dining room). Everyone is welcome to attend, and chairs are available. Watch […]
Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha's Way. Public Dharma talks are offered every Saturday morning at 10:00 am and most Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in the Buddha Hall (and occasionally in the dining room). Everyone is welcome to attend, and chairs are available. Wednesday […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this one-day retreat with Marc Lesser in Mill Valley offers time to stop, reflect, and renew.
Explore how the inner work of mindfulness meets the outer work of leadership and business as a force for positive change.
Online event - link information forthcoming Company Time, begun in 1996, is a gathering of people from diverse professions and occupations, and all realms of private, corporate, government, for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Company Time retreats do not propose easy solutions, but do provide time and tools to address our questions in an atmosphere of trust […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this one-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and stepping into your life. Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of meditation, talk, and some discussion, interspersed with time to write, reflect, and […]
Company Time, begun in 1996, is a gathering of people from diverse professions and occupations, and all realms of private, corporate, government, for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Company Time retreats do not propose easy solutions, but do provide time and tools to address our questions in an atmosphere of trust and confidentiality. Based on the ethical […]
Mindful30 includes a full month of daily videos sent straight to your inbox, featuring mindfulness practices from Marc Lesser and seven other experts. This program is designed to help you build resilience, cultivate compassion and boost your well-being, while bringing these same benefits to children. Join Marc for a Facebook Live event on September 8 […]
A 4-week interactive course on how to use mindfulness to be more purposeful, present & empathetic in your workplace.
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. Marc Lesser will be joined by guest teacher Scott Shute, Head of Mindfulness and Compassion at LinkedIn, in an exploration of the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” Together […]
Gain the experience necessary to teach different styles of meditation to others in an office/work environment or online.
Gain the experience necessary to teach different styles of meditation to others in an office/work environment or online.
Gain the experience necessary to teach different styles of meditation to others in an office/work environment or online.
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this 1/2 day virtual retreat with Marc Lesser offers time to stop, reflect, and renew.
The Mill Valley Zen Meditation and Mindfulness Practice Period is for anyone wanting to sit more regularly, or to intensify a current meditation practice. Over the course of 3-months, we’ll bring attention and commitment to regular meditation practice and to how we "show up" in all parts of our lives. The theme for the Practice […]
A three-part webinar series hosted by Arbor Online and featuring the teachings of Marc Lesser. The webinars will take place on January 13, 20, and 27. Topics include: Enhancing awareness of your own actions Improving communication Building trust Dealing constructively with fear and self-doubt Avoiding unnecessary drama in the workplace The workshop is designed to […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of meditation, talk, and some discussion, interspersed with time to write, reflect, and […]
Begin, renew, or deepen your meditation and mindfulness practice. We’ll follow a gentle schedule of meditation and walking meditation, interspersed with time to write, reflect, connect, and take in the richness of our lives. The schedule includes a short presentation and discussion. "Meditation is just to be ourselves...That is our way, to live fully in […]
The Mindful Changemakers Summit is a free, virtual event hosted by Marc Lesser and featuring a diverse panel of experienced speakers in a series of discussions about the role of mindfulness, meditation, and contemplative practice as a basis for positive change.
Microsoft E2 offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn together and celebrate the achievements of extraordinary changemakers--both leaders and educators--who are transforming education to ensure students can achieve more in their lives today and in the future. Education institutions worldwide have seen tremendous disruptions and opportunities in the past year. The Microsoft E2 will offer inspiring keynotes, thought-provoking […]
Begin, renew, or deepen your meditation and mindfulness practice. We’ll follow a gentle schedule of meditation and walking meditation, interspersed with time to write, reflect, connect, and take in the richness of our lives. The schedule includes a short presentation and discussion. "Meditation is just to be ourselves...That is our way, to live fully in […]
A 4-week interactive course on how to use mindfulness to be more purposeful, present, and empathetic in your workplace.
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.”
This certificate training program is open to and designed for leaders and aspiring leaders in both the non-profit and for-profit sectors. We will cultivate the mindful and compassionate leadership skills of focus, clarity, emotional regulation, well-being, self-awareness, caring for self and others, with a mindset of service to community and the world. Through mindfulness curriculum, meditation […]
This 3-month Practice Period is for anyone looking to begin, renew, or intensify a meditation practice.
This certificate training program is open to and designed for leaders and aspiring leaders in both the non-profit and for-profit sectors. We will cultivate mindful and compassionate leadership skills and practices to embody our care for ourselves and others, with a mindset of service to community and the world.
Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader evolved out of Marc Lesser’s work helping to create Search Inside Yourself, a mindfulness-based emotional intelligence program at Google.
A 3-month Practice Period for anyone looking to begin, renew, or intensify a meditation practice.
Nikki Mirghafori, PhD and Marc Lesser Sponsored by Spirit Rock This online certificate training program is open to and designed for leaders and aspiring leaders in both the non-profit and for-profit sectors. We will cultivate mindful and compassionate leadership skills and practices to embody our care for ourselves and others, with a mindset of service […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and "stepping into your life." Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and “stepping into your life.” Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and "stepping into your life." Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to begin […]
In our world of busyness, of more, faster, better, this retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew – a time to step fully into the richness of your life. Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, interspersed with talks and discussions from the wisdom of Zen teaching as we explore […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and "stepping into your life." Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to begin or […]
A 3-month Practice Period is a great way to begin or deepen your mindfulness and meditation practice and cultivate ways for integrating mindfulness practice with your work and all parts of your life Online meetings are Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. PT. We will begin each session with 30 minutes of lightly guided meditation, […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and "stepping into your life." Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to begin or […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and "stepping into your life." Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to begin or […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and "stepping into your life." Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to begin or […]
Marc will give the Saturday morning public dharma talk, on July 5, 2025, 10:00 a.m. PT at the San Francisco Zen Center.300 Page Street, San Francisco CA 94102Everyone is welcome. No fee.More info and livestream.
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and "stepping into your life." Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to begin or […]
Marc will give the public dharma talk on Sunday, August 24th, 2025 at San Francisco Zen Center's Green Gulch Farm. Time: 10:00 a.m.
In our world of busyness, of more, faster, better, this retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew—a time to step fully into the richness of your life. Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, interspersed with talks and discussions from the wisdom of Zen teaching as we explore how these […]
In our world of busyness, of more/faster/better, this half-day retreat offers time to stop, reflect, and renew. We will explore the practices of effort and effortless as a path to well-being and "stepping into your life." Together we’ll follow a gentle schedule of sitting and walking meditation, a talk, and some discussion. Anyone looking to begin or […]