Deep Listening: An Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation

About this Event

While meditation and mindfulness have grown in popularity, the quality of instruction and the background knowledge of teachers can vary wildly. In this introductory course, you will have the opportunity to learn about the history and diversity of mindfulness traditions from Dr. Aaron Proffitt, an experienced meditator and expert on the Buddhist traditions of East Asia. Total beginners and experienced meditators welcome!

About your Facilitator

Aaron Proffitt received his PhD in Buddhist Studies at the University of Michigan, and now works as an associate professor of Japanese Studies at SUNY-Albany where he teaches various courses on Buddhism. Dr. Proffitt is also a certified minister's assistant at the New York Buddhist Church, a co-founder and Dharma School director of the Albany Buddhist Sangha (albanybuddhist.org), and is currently working toward ordination as a Buddhist priest. Check out his interview in the Spring 2025 issue of Tricycle: The Buddhist Review.

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