Workshops

Doing The Work of Byron Katie

With Linda Chōon Frischmeyer

November 13 - 14, 2026
Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple

“Of all the diseases, all the ailments that afflict humanity, there is one common denominator: the conditioned mind. Our unconditioned minds are deeply interconnected." --Chakung Jigme Wangdrak "The Work is about internal cause and effect. It is not about the external world.” – Byron Katie Please attend Friday evening and Saturday. This in-person workshop at […]

Seeing Through Obstacles - Inner Critic Weekend Retreat

With Jogen Salzberg, Sensei

February 4 - 7, 2027
Great Vow Zen Monastery

“Do I contradict myself? Very well, then I contradict myself, I am large, I contain multitudes.” – W. Whitman Transformation of our hearts and minds has never been more vital. The very possibility for future humans to experience Truth, Beauty and Goodness is up in the air! And yet, most of us have significant challenges following […]

Longing and Belonging Workshop

With Kodo Conover and Linda Chōon Frischmeyer

February 20, 2027
Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple

Have you ever felt that you don't belong? Dharma teachings assure us of interconnection, and still we feel separate. What is belonging and what is the longing we experience? In this workshop, we explore this longing to belong through meditation, listening, information (research findings), inquiry and collaborative investigation. Suggested donation includes a vegetarian/vegan lunch. No […]

Investigating Zen Practice: A One-Day Workshop

With Shonin Darah Ashton and Gensho Ed Welsh

February 27, 2027
Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple

Experience an Introduction to Zen Practice through the Ten Directions. This one-day in-person workshop at Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple is for beginners or those who want to dive deeper into Zen practice. Learn how to practice using ancient methods that are applicable in today’s world: Meditation and sitting with stability Mindfulness practice off the […]