Meditation and Beyond

Elliott S. Dacher, M.D. will lead a five session course on meditation. Meditation is an age-old contemplative practice that has two aims. The first is to improve the quality of day-to-day life – less stress, reactivity, distress, suffering, and enhanced well-being. The second, and most profound aim, is to enable us to go beyond our ordinary life to that “proverbial “more to life.” This requires an approach that is direct and effortlessly simple.

Each session will include a presentation, practice, discussion, and helpful resources Those who complete the course will be on the path to a larger and more satisfying life. Class dates are April 17, April 24, May 1, May 15, and May 22 

 Session #1: The Two Aims of Meditation – Practice Instructions                                                                                           Session #2: Overcoming the Overactive Mind without Struggle                                                                                       Session #3: Beyond Distress and Suffering                                                                                                                     Session #4: Transforming Daily Life – Nothing to Wait For                                                                                             Session #5: Human Flourishing – Experiencing Life’s Great Treasures.

Elliott S. Dacher, M.D. practiced full time Internal Medicine for 21 years. In 1996 he began an in-depth study of the psychology, philosophy, and practices of meditation, which he pursued amongst the wisdom traditions of Asia. As a physician, meditation teacher, and mentor, Dr. Dacher integrates the wisdom and practices of East and West. His latest book, Aware, Awake, Alive, is a support text for this program. For further information: www.elliottdacher.org