Jhourney: Intro to the jhanas

​What if meditation wasn't just about stress relief — but about accessing some of the most profound states of joy and deep equanimity a human mind can experience?

​The Jhānas are meditative absorption states that ancient traditions have known about for millennia — and that modern practitioners are now rediscovering. Traditionally thought to take years of dedicated practice, these states of extraordinary well-being turn out to be far more accessible than most people expected. Those who've experienced them struggle to find the right words: "Up there with beautiful events like marriage." "Why would I have a second piece of chocolate cake when I can beat that by 100x in 10 minutes with my eyes closed?"

​Join us for an evening with Jhourney to find out what all the fuss is about.

​The evening will be a blend of guided meditations and Q&A covering what the Jhānas actually are and how to begin accessing them. We'll also explore a special form of social meditation, "Jhourneying", that can create a field of resonance allowing faster and deeper meditative absorption.

​This evening is for Jhourney alumni, friends of alumni, and anyone who's Jhāna-curious. No experience required, just bring an open mind.

​Hosted in a private home in Berkeley. Sliding scale tickets available, which go toward refreshments for the evening.