“Meditation practice offers a rudder supporting calm, compassionate, competent mindful communication, collaboration, and caring actions no matter the stormy waves you may face.” – Thich Nhat Hanh Embark on your meditation journey or refresh your existing practice with this engaging online class. Over two sessions, we will dive into the fundamentals of meditation and delight …
Events: 7th May 2026
Travel isn’t just about reaching faraway destinations—it’s a mindset we can bring to everyday life. Whether you’re planning a trip abroad or simply stepping out your front door, approaching your surroundings with curiosity, creativity, and reflection can enrich your experience and build resilience. Join us for an engaging and hands-on virtual class that blends mindfulness, …
A CLINICAL RESEARCH STUDY PROGRAM FOR MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER (MDD) If your current antidepressant medication(s) is/are not adequately improving symptoms of your MDD, you may be eligible for the AMPA PROGRAM. This program is researching an investigational drug to see if it is safe and whether it improves symptoms of MDD when taken with your …
This class is co-sponsored by the Stanford WorkLife Office. Your baby’s sleeping patterns can feel mysterious, unpredictable, and exhausting. From short sleep cycles to frequent night wakings, many parents are left wondering what’s normal and whether they’re doing something wrong. Understanding how infant sleep develops can bring clarity, confidence, and much-needed relief during the first …
Evening Guided Meditation is designed to offer basic meditation skills, to encourage regular meditation practice, to help deepen self-reflection, and to offer instructions on how meditation can be useful during stressful and uncertain times. All sessions are led by Andy Acker. Open to Stanford Affiliates. Free, no pre-registration is required.
Memory loss becomes more common with age and can be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease. Victor W. Henderson, MD, MS, will discuss memory impairment and its relation to aging, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, and modern approaches to diagnosis and treatment. Victor Henderson, MD, MS, is professor in the Departments of Epidemiology & …