Practice with Victoria

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1:1 MENTORING

Often times people are looking for more focused support for their practice. Working one-on-one with a teacher allows for individualized attention, support and tailored guidance. If you think this would be supportive, please reach out.

Words from Mentees about Working with Me

I reached out to Victoria after a retreat. How she talked about practice in daily life felt real, and I was inspired to take what I learned with me in a serious way. It helped to have someone who has the wisdom of a true mentor and the warmth of a friend who will take the extra time and attention to walk and talk it through. With Victoria, I was able to make adjustments in my life to integrate what I was learning in a profound way that I wouldn’t have been able to do on my own.

- Emily

My practice has grown over time, and Victoria has been a support in all the ups and downs. In the first years of my practice, I needed encouragement to keep practicing, as I was mainly noticing how often I was off in a mind-created reality. But as awareness has grown, there’s more and more to be seen.  Working with Victoria is like talking with an experienced travel guide, one who knows the terrain of the mind-heart.  Maybe I’m seeing a certain mind-heart state - swirling doubt or persistent dullness - for the first time or in a new way.  But, Victoria has been there before.

The Buddha said that the dharma is ehipassiko - something to be tested and verified with one's one experience.  I get the most out of conversations with Victoria when I'm regularly practicing - either formally (on the mat) or informally (through intentional mindfullness in daily life).  Regular practice brings me up against my edges - where I struggle; where I can grow.  It's these places where I need a guide, and where Victoria can provide context and point me towards more clarity.  

- Laura

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DHAMMA, MINDFULLNESS & MEDITATION

These are opportunities to hear the teachings, practice, and often ask questions. Join me at a retreat or during a Sangha (community) gathering. Let’s practice together!

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Upcoming Course Offerings

A few times a year, I offer online courses on the Dhamma and host in-person Sanghas in Oakland, California. Deepen in practice with community to cultivate skillful relationships with ourselves and others.

Courses & Sanghas include reflection, dialogue, and practice.