Dear Dharma Lab community,
Many of you have asked for more opportunities to practice and connect, both online and in person.
We’re delighted to share two gatherings coming up this fall. Each brings together ancient contemplative wisdom, modern neuroscience, practical tools, and the support of community.
1. From Doing to Being
October 9–11, 2026 · Omega Institute · Rhinebeck, New York
With Cortland Dahl and Kasumi Kato
So much of modern life trains us to do more, strive harder, and move faster. This weekend retreat explores another possibility: learning to rest in a way of being that is naturally present beneath all that effort.
Through guided meditation, practical teachings, and open dialogue, Cort and Kasumi will explore effortless awareness through the lenses of Tibetan contemplative practice and modern neuroscience. You’ll also learn simple ways to bring greater ease, clarity, and presence into daily life.
The retreat is open to experienced meditators and complete beginners alike.
Tuition: $355 for Omega members; $395 standard. On-campus housing is limited.
Learn more and register at Omega →
2. Quiet the Restless Mind
November 15–21, 2026 · Free · Online
Hosted by Richie Davidson and Cortland Dahl
What can we do when the world won’t slow down and neither will the mind?
Join us for a free, weeklong online experience exploring chronic stress, well-being, and our capacity to flourish. Richie and Cort will be joined by an extraordinary group of scientists and contemplative teachers, including:
Robert Sapolsky
Laurie Santos
Mingyur Rinpoche
Judson Brewer
Sharon Salzberg
Martin Picard
Each day includes a self-paced session, a practice, and an opportunity for reflection. Richie and Cort will also host live opening and closing gatherings to bring the community together.
Both live calls will be recorded, so you’re warmly invited to participate from anywhere in the world, even if you cannot attend live.
We hope one or both of these gatherings will offer you a meaningful opportunity to pause, practice, and connect.
And we’d love to hear from you: What kinds of gatherings would be most useful in the future? Simply reply to this note and let us know.
Warmly,
The Dharma Lab team