Sharon Salzberg

Sharon Salzberg is a central figure in the modern mindfulness movement and a New York Times bestselling author of Real Happiness, Real Love, and Lovingkindness. Co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society (IMS), Sharon has taught loving-kindness (Metta) and meditation globally for over 50 years.

Core Practice Methodologies & Modalities

• Loving-Kindness (Metta) Meditation: Cultivating heartfulness, goodwill, and relational connection toward oneself and others.
• Vipassana & Concentration (Samatha): Anchoring attention on breath and sensation to quiet an overactive mind.
• Secular Mindfulness & Workplace Wellness: Practical tools to build resilience and prevent burnout in demanding careers.

Specialized Areas & Client Benefits

• Evolving past chronic self-criticism and isolation toward self-acceptance.
• Building authentic compassion and emotional connection in personal and professional relationships.
• Host of the popular Metta Hour Podcast with hundreds of interviews with leading thinkers.