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Oren Jay Sofer

Oren Jay Sofer teaches Buddhist meditation, mindfulness and Nonviolent Communication internationally. A member of the Spirit Rock Teachers Council,  he holds a degree in Comparative Religion from Columbia University, is a Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner for the healing of trauma.

Oren is the author of several books, including Say What You Mean: A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication (2018) and Your Heart Was Made for This: Contemplative Practices for Meeting a World in Crisis with Courage, Integrity, and Love (2023). He is also the founder of Next Step Dharma, an innovative online program that helps meditators integrate their retreat experiences into daily life. Oren lives in El Cerrito, California. Click here to learn more about Oren Jay Sofer.

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Wise Resolve: Finding Inner Strength

A Dharma Library Recording with Oren Jay Sofer
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Cultivating Wise Energy

A Dharma Library Recording with Oren Jay Sofer
March 6, 2022
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Beyond the Self-Improvement Project

Beyond the Self-Improvement Project

A Dharma Library Recording with Oren Jay Sofer
April 25, 2021
Asking Better Questions

Asking Better Questions

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December 13, 2020
Meeting Grief with Love

Meeting Grief with Love

A Dharma Library Recording with Oren Jay Sofer
October 4, 2020
Soothing Anxiety

Soothing Anxiety

A Dharma Library Recording with Oren Jay Sofer
October 20, 2019
How to Find Balance in Difficult Times

How to Find Balance in Difficult Times

A Dharma Library Recording with Oren Jay Sofer
June 2, 2019
The Power of Relational Awareness

The Power of Relational Awareness

A Dharma Library Recording with Oren Jay Sofer
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