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    Rick Hanson

    Rick Hanson, Psychologist, author, and teacher of neuropsychology-informed practice

    Psychologist, author, and teacher of neuropsychology-informed practice

    Rick Hanson is a psychologist and bestselling author who teaches mindfulness informed by neuropsychology. He offers practical ways to steady the mind, grow inner strengths, and understand how attention shapes the brain over time. Below you'll find Rick Hanson's talks and practices shared on Mindfulness Exercises.

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    Visit Rick Hanson’s website at RickHanson.com

    I am a psychologist and have written and taught about the essential inner skills of personal well-being, psychological growth, and contemplative practice – as well as about relationships, family life, and raising children.

    I have a free weekly e-newsletter, Just One Thing, which offers a simple practice taking only a few minutes to help you feel greater happiness, love, and wisdom.

    Check out my YouTube channel, where you’ll find talks, interviews, and guided experiential practices. And I have numerous audio programs available at Sounds True.

    I began meditating in 1974 and have studied and practiced in several traditions. At the end of 2008, I completed a nine-year term on the Board of Spirit Rock Meditation Center. A graduate of their Community Dharma Leader training program, I lead a weekly meditation group in San Rafael, California, and I’ve taught at major meditation centers around the world

    My personal interests include rock-climbing, sailing, novels, travel – I lived one year in Finland and one in Germany – and having fun with family and friends. 

    Rick Hanson’s Mindfulness Meditations

    Hardwiring Happiness

    Hardwiring Happiness: Meditation

    Nowness Wholeness Allness Oneness

    Use Your Mind To Change Your Brain

    Me and We

    Intimacy

    Just One Thing

    H.E.A.L. Steps to Happiness

    Self-Compassion Practice

    Being For Yourself

    Using the Mind to Change the Brain

    Gratitude Talk by Rick Hanson

    Befriending Yourself

    Build a Happier Brain

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