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The Buddha’s ‘Most Important Meditation’: Patience

Shell Fischer / December 18, 2025

I’m excited to announce the new 2026 mediation retreats, along with a decision to begin a weekly in-person meditation group again in Winchester, VA … and, to say thank you

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Excruciating, and Wonderful – A Meditation Student’s Description

Shell Fischer / October 21, 2023

Meditation: Excruciating and Wonderful

Compassion Practices, Newcomer Tips

METTA: A Reminder to Be Kind

Shell Fischer / August 23, 2023

About 14 years ago now, when I first moved back to Virginia from New York City, one of the first things I needed to do was to go out and

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What’s The Best Time to Meditate?

Shell Fischer / August 15, 2023

Whether I’m leading a meditation workshop or a longer retreat, one of the first questions I tend to receive from newcomers during any q&a session is: what is the best

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