🌍 A Yearlong Journey with Jack Kornfield

Living the Dharma

in a Troubled World

Practicing Steadiness, Kindness, and Wise Response in Times of Change

The world is changing faster than ever—politically, environmentally, socially, and emotionally. This yearlong guided journey helps you meet this moment with clarity, courage, and compassion. Learn to open your heart without closing your eyes.

📅 Starts February 2026

🎥 Monthly Live Q&A with Jack

Feb 2026 – Jan 2027

This program offers a refuge of practice—and a training for real life.

🌍 A Yearlong Journey with Jack Kornfield

Living the Dharma

in a Troubled World

Practicing Steadiness, Kindness, and Wise Response in Times of Change

The world is changing faster than ever—politically, environmentally, socially, and emotionally. This yearlong guided journey helps you meet this moment with clarity, courage, and compassion. Learn to open your heart without closing your eyes.

📅 Starts February 2026

🎥 Monthly Live Q&A with Jack

Feb 2026 – Jan 2027

This program offers a refuge of practice—and a training for real life.

🎬 A Message from Jack

Hear Directly from Jack

In this short video, Jack shares his heart’s intention for this yearlong journey and
what you can expect as we walk this path together.

“The world needs your steadiness, your kindness, and your wise presence. This year, we’ll cultivate these together.”

— Jack Kornfield

🌟 Why Take This Program?

Because you want to stay human

in dehumanizing times.

Our world is filled with grief, conflict, climate anxiety, injustice, and rapid change.
Without support, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or hopeless.

Remain grounded

in the face of uncertainty

Care deeply

without burning out

Engage wisely
with suffering and social division
Meet grief and fear

with compassion

Restore joy and courage
and inner balance
Reconnect
with community and the goodness within

You’ll learn to face a turbulent world
not with fear—

but with a steady, loving presence.

🧭 Why It Matters Now

We live in a time when many feel

emotionally taxed and spiritually unmoored.

We’re confronted daily with suffering—personal, collective, and global. This program meets the deepest needs of this moment.
“It matters because the world doesn’t just need informed people. It needs 
embodied, courageous, compassionate human beings.
Emotional resilience
How to steady yourself when the world feels unsteady
Compassionate presence
How to stay open without being overwhelmed
Wise response
How to act with clarity rather than reactivity
Hope and joy
How to reconnect with what is good, possible, and life-giving
Collective care
How to contribute to healing in your family, community, and world

Jack Kornfield

Teacher & Author

✨ Why Learn From Jack Kornfield?

One of the most respected Buddhist teachers in the West

Jack is a pioneer who has helped millions integrate mindfulness, compassion, and inner freedom into everyday life.

For over five decades, Jack has guided people through personal grief and global tragedy, polarization and conflict, trauma and healing, spiritual growth and compassionate action.

He blends Buddhist wisdom, modern psychology, humor, and deep tenderness into teachings that are immediately accessible and profoundly transformative.

“If you want a guide who understands both the depth of the Dharma and the realities of our modern world, Jack is uniquely gifted to lead this journey.”

🌻 How This Program Is Different

This is not self-improvement.

This is human maturation—becoming a force of steadiness and kindness in a world that needs both.

Addresses personal and collective suffering at the same time

You’ll learn inner practices and outer expressions of compassion and clarity.

Offers a full-year of guided transformation

A steady, progressive arc helps change take root—month by month.

Connects Dharma to real-world challenges
Climate grief, polarization, anxiety, injustice, burnout, and global uncertainty.
Integrates wisdom, psychology, and action
This isn’t just mindfulness. It’s ethical living + emotional healing + wise engagement.

📦 What’s Included

Everything you need for a year of transformation

12 Monthly Live Teachings with Jack
Each session includes Dharma guidance, meditation, reflection, and Q&A.
Monthly Compassion-in-Action Invitations
Real-world actions that bring the Dharma into daily life
Guided Practices Every Month
Metta, equanimity, joy, forgiveness, resilience, and more.
Reflection Prompts & Journaling

Deepen integration and bring wisdom into your relationships and work.

Full Access to All Recordings

Everything is livestreamed and fully available on demand.

Closing Integration & Ritual
Year-end reflection and the “Lamp of Humanity” ceremony with Jack.

Quick Assessment

Is This Program Right for You?

How do you typically respond to stressful world events?

What draws you to mindfulness or meditation?

What would a year of guided practice mean to you?

This program is perfect for you! 🌟

Based on your answers, you're ready for a transformative year of practice with Jack Kornfield. Join thousands finding steadiness in uncertain times.

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You might benefit from this journey

This program offers tools for anyone seeking more peace and purpose. Even if you're unsure, the community and guidance can meet you where you are.

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🌿 The Transformation You Can Expect

Throughout the year, you'll learn to:

You’ll end the year with
a heart that is more spacious,
a mind that is clearer,
and a presence that is more
grounded and compassionate.

📅 The Year at a Glance

Program Overview

The year unfolds as a living mandala—softening the heart, strengthening the
spirit, awakening joy, and guiding us toward compassionate service.

Each quarter echoes the balance of inner and outer life, gradually deepening your capacity to meet the world with both courage and tenderness.

Q1

Meeting the Suffering of the World

Where tenderness becomes wisdom, and wisdom becomes the ground for action

We begin by tending the heart. We learn to sit with sorrow without drowning, to feel grief without shutting down, and to sense the aliveness of the world within and around us.

February

The Tender Heart of Awareness

We explore the "inner climate" of our own hearts, sensing storms, sunlight, and everything in between. Through poetry, meditation, and mindful inquiry, we learn that tenderness is not weakness—it is a form of courage.

March

Grief as a Teacher

Here we turn toward grief, not as a burden but as a doorway to deeper connection. We honor losses personal and collective, and we discover how grief, when held wisely, becomes an expression of love.

April

The Courage to Stay Present

We reclaim our nervous systems from overwhelm. We practice turning off the news when needed, grounding ourselves in presence, and remembering—through ancient indigenous wisdom—that life is always conspiring for life.

Q2

Compassion in Action

Where the inner heart begins to shape the outer world

Having established a foundation of steadiness, we begin to express compassion outwardly. We learn to listen without defending, to forgive without forgetting, and to transform anger into clarity.

May

Seeing Through the Eyes of Others

We practice empathy across differences, softening the boundaries of identity and learning to listen with the whole body.

June

Transforming Anger and Judgment

Anger becomes a teacher. We explore how to hold it wisely, allowing its fire to illuminate rather than burn.

July

Love as a Verb

Compassion becomes movement. We explore how small, ordinary gestures of kindness can ripple outward as acts of extraordinary love.

Q3

Wise Hope

Where resilience blooms into joy

These months restore joy as an essential nutrient for the engaged heart. Joy becomes a form of resistance to despair, a reminder that beauty is part of our birthright.

August

The Alchemy of Resilience

We explore resilience not as tightening but as opening—to wisdom, to connection, and to the truth of our interdependence.

September

Joy as Resistance

Joy becomes a revolutionary act. We remember laughter, play, creativity, and delight as the heart's natural ways of healing.

October

The Light That Remains

We nurture faith in humanity. Through stories of redemption and healing, we are reminded that transformation is always possible.

Q4

Sacred Service

Where wisdom naturally becomes offering

In the final months, inner practice ripens into outer contribution. Service becomes not an obligation, but a natural expression of a liberated heart.

November

The Call to Serve

We listen for what love is asking of us and discover our unique way of responding.

December

Communities of Care

We explore how to create refuges of belonging, remembering that the next Buddha may come as community.

January

The Heart of Humanity

We gather the threads of the year, reflecting on what has softened and strengthened. In gratitude, we step into the new year with clarity and purpose.

By the end of this journey, you will embody the balance at the heart of the Dharma:

A calm mind and a courageous heart.
A quiet presence and a strong voice.

Inner wisdom and outer action.

This is the path of living the Dharma in a troubled world. And you are already walking it.

📅 Course Logistics

Live Q&A Schedule

Monthly 60-minute sessions at 12:00 PM Pacific • All sessions recorded

Feb 18

Mar 18
Apr 22
May TBA
Jun TBA
Jul 22
 
Aug 12
Sep 16
Oct 14
Nov TBA
 
Dec 16
 
Jan 21

Who This Is For

This program is for you if you are:

If you feel the pull toward depth, tenderness, and wise action—
this year is for you.

Choose Your Path

Invest in a year of transformation, guidance, and community.
Both options include complete access to everything in the program.

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30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee

If it’s not the right fit, receive a full refund within 30 days.

30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee

If it’s not the right fit, receive a full refund within 30 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About the Program

Everything you need to know before beginning your journey.

Who is this program for?

This program is for anyone who feels the pull toward wisdom, compassion, and engaged presence. It's especially suited for those feeling overwhelmed by world events, seekers wanting to bring practice into daily life, therapists, caregivers, teachers, leaders, activists, and anyone navigating grief, anxiety, or transition. If you wish to live with steadiness, courage, and compassion—both inwardly and outwardly—this program is for you.

Do I need prior meditation experience?

No prior meditation experience is required. Jack's teachings are designed to be accessible to beginners while offering depth for experienced practitioners. Whether you're new to contemplative practice or have been meditating for decades, you'll find meaningful guidance and growth opportunities throughout the year.

How much time should I set aside each week?

We recommend setting aside 2-3 hours per week for the core teachings and practices. This includes the monthly live sessions with Jack (approximately 60 minutes), daily meditation practice (15-30 minutes), and time for reflection and journaling.

Can I join partway through the year?

Yes, you can join at any point during the program. You'll have immediate access to all previous content, allowing you to catch up at your own pace. The teachings are designed to build upon each other, but each month also stands on its own as a complete exploration.

What makes this different from other meditation programs?

This program uniquely addresses both personal and collective suffering simultaneously. It's not just about finding inner peace—it's about developing the capacity to engage wisely with the world's challenges. The yearlong format allows for deep transformation, and the integration of wisdom, psychology, and action sets it apart from purely mindfulness-based approaches.

How long to I have access to the materials?

You'll have lifetime access to all program materials, including recordings of live sessions, guided meditations, reflection prompts, and supplementary resources. This allows you to revisit teachings whenever you need them and continue your practice long after the year concludes.

Is there a refund policy?

Yes, we offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If you find the program isn't the right fit for you within the first 30 days, simply reach out to our support team for a full refund. We want you to feel confident in your decision to join this journey.

Still have questions? Reach out to our team—we’re happy to help.

🌟 Begin Your Journey

Join Living the Dharma in a Troubled World

A year of guidance.

A global community.

A path toward steadiness, kindness, and wise response.

Begin the year with clarity. Move through it with courage.
End it grounded in a deeper humanity.

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