Sit with us
Make time for shared stillness and the simple practice of paying attention.
Get to know us
Room to be here
Pause.
Practice.
Discover.
Meet yourself with curiosity.
Find community through Zen.
SITTING & WALKINGTEACHING & INQUIRYCOMMUNITY & CONNECTION
Welcome, just as you are
A shared space
for a quieter mind.
We meditate together every Tuesday, 4 to 5 pm, in Downtown Palo Alto. Register to get the details.
Stanford Zen Society brings students and the wider Stanford community together for meditation, conversation, and dharma deep-dives. Start where you are, whether you are curious about your first sit or returning to an established practice.
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A practice for everyday life.
Explore Zen
An invitation to discover awareness through direct experience.
About the practiceHelp us grow
Bring your interests and energy to a student-led community.
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Come together
Community is
part of the practice.
From regular meditation to visiting teachers and retreats, there is more than one way to connect.
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