Oren Jay Sofer, SEP
Oren Jay Sofer teaches meditation and communication internationally. 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 also the author of several books, including the best-seller “Say What You Mean: A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication” and his latest book, “Your Heart Was Made for This: Contemplative Practices to Meet a World In Crisis with Courage, Integrity, and Love.”
His teaching has reached people around the world through his online communication courses and guided meditations. A husband and a father, Oren lives in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he enjoys cooking, spending time in nature, and home woodworking projects.
Upcoming Programs by Oren Jay Sofer, SEP
Next Step Dharma: Integrate Your Retreat into Daily Life (OS1N24)
Also Jaya Rudgard
Description: This six-week online course is designed to guide participants in bringing the fruits of their retreat back home and integrating their mindfulness practice into their daily lives. Throughout this unique course series, you will receive skilled guidance from founding Insight teachers while creating and maintaining deep community and spiritual friendships with a diverse group […]
Steadying the Heart: Refuge through the Four Sublime States (214R25) - On Land
Also Cara Lai, MA, Yong Oh, Jessica Morey, MA and Gullu Singh, JD
Register for Online Please only register for one of the two formats: On Land or Online. Registration opens at 9:00am (Pacific Time) on November 13, 2024, and closes 11:59pm (Pacific Time) on March 31, 2025. A waiting list will be created if the retreat fills early. Looking for a scholarship? Scholarship Interest Form - Click […]
Steadying the Heart: Refuge through the Four Sublime States (214Z25) - Online
Also Cara Lai, MA, Yong Oh, Jessica Morey, MA and Gullu Singh, JD
Register to Audit the Retreat Please only register for one of the two formats: Online Retreat or Audit Option. Registration opens at 9:00am (Pacific Time) on November 13, 2024, and closes at 4:00pm (Pacific Time) on April 1, 2025. A waiting list will be created if the program fills early. A recording* will be available […]
Winter Solstice Retreat: Embracing the Dark, Inviting the Light (290R25) - On Land
Also Dawn Scott, devon hase and Heather Sundberg
Registration opens at 9:00am (Pacific Time) on February 19, 2025, and closes at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) on December 17, 2025. A waiting list will be created if the retreat fills early. Looking for a scholarship? Scholarship Interest Form - Click Here Interested in Commuting to the retreat? - learn more below. Retreat to be held […]
Winter Solstice Retreat: Embracing the Dark, Inviting the Light (290Z25) - Online
Also Dawn Scott, devon hase and Heather Sundberg
Register to Audit the Retreat Please only register for one of the two formats: Online Retreat or Audit Option. Registration closes at 3:00pm (Pacific Time) on February 19, 2025. A waiting list will be created if the program fills early. A recording* will be available following the program. Description Throughout this residential retreat, we will […]