Workshops

Inner Critic Workshop

With Jogen Salzberg, Sensei

May 23, 2026
Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple

This retreat will bring together parts work modality (i.e. IFS, Voice Dialogue) with Buddhist meditation practices to amplify understanding, empathy and dis-identification from parts, specifically the inner critic and perfectionist, that hinder our unfolding. Sessions will be a mix of silent and guided sitting meditation and group facilitations where participants directly explore parts of themselves such as those listed above. […]

Investigating Zen Practice: A One-Day Workshop

With Darah Shonin Ashton, Ed Gensho Welsh and Kosho Ault

June 13, 2026
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 […]

Seeing Through Obstacles - Inner Critic Weekend Retreat

With Patrick Bansho Green and Laura Jomon Martin

July 31 - August 2, 2026
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 […]

Investigating Zen Practice: A One-Day Workshop

With Darah Shonin Ashton, Ed Gensho Welsh and Kosho Ault

September 19, 2026
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 […]