Meditation, Buddhism, and other contemplative practices have woven themselves into Western culture over the past few decades. But even though terms like 'karma' and 'zen' are everywhere, many of us still wonder how to move beyond buzzwords and truly understand these profound traditions. How can these ancient teachings speak directly to the challenges of modern life—without requiring us to shave our heads and join a monastery?
Join A Mindful World’s community teachers—Ethan Nichtern, Lou Sharma, Jackie Stewart, and Eric Gerard—for a lively, down‑to‑earth discussion on why dharma is urgently relevant today. We’ll explore what it looks like to study dharma and walk the path as a householder practitioner in 2026.
You’ll also get a first look at our 2027 Introductory Buddhist Studies Yearlong Course and Advanced Buddhist Studies Seminars.