

Mindfulness Meditation Podcast
Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art
Practice the art of attention in this weekly meditation series presented by the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art—a global museum dedicated to promoting Himalayan art and its insights. Each episode is inspired by an artwork from the Museum’s collection, led by a prominent meditation teacher, and framed around a monthly theme. The sessions are for beginners and skilled meditators alike and include an opening talk and a 20-minute guided meditation. Join us as we learn to quiet the mind, open the heart, and engage with the world more consciously.
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Oct 30, 2026 • 36min
Mindfulness Meditation with Michel Pascal
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher.The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 16:42.Teacher: Michel Pascal Theme: ImpermanenceArtwork: Peaceful and Wrathful Deities of the Bardo | Rubin Collection Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Oct 23, 2026 • 35min
Mindfulness Meditation with Lavina Shamdasani
Lavina Shamdasani, a certified compassion teacher trained through Stanford University and the Compassion Institute, leads a meditation on impermanence. She explores how accepting life’s constant change can deepen presence, help us savor ordinary moments, and meet wandering thoughts with kindness. The practice also considers self-knowledge, equanimity, and responding to challenges with creativity rather than resignation.

Oct 16, 2026 • 32min
Mindfulness Meditation with Michel Pascal
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher.The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 21:44.Teacher: Michel Pascal Theme: ImpermanenceArtwork: Flying Naga | Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Oct 9, 2026 • 35min
Mindfulness Meditation with Lama Aria Drolma
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher.The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 13:16.Teacher: Lama Aria Drolma Theme: Impermanence Artwork: Machik Labdron (1055-1153) | Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Oct 2, 2026 • 31min
Mindfulness Meditation with Jon Aaron
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher.The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 9:50.Teacher: Jon AaronTheme: Impermanence Artwork: : Vajrabhairava | Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Sep 25, 2026 • 33min
Mindfulness Meditation with Elaine Retholtz
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher.The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 10:35.Teacher: Elaine RetholtzTheme: Clarity Artwork: White Manjushri | Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Sep 18, 2026 • 34min
Mindfulness Meditation with Tracy Cochran
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher.The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 13:18.Teacher: Tracy Cochran Theme: Clarity Artwork: Medicine Buddha Palace (Copy of first painting from the set of the Tibetan Medical Paintings from Mentsikhang Lhasa) | Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Sep 11, 2026 • 33min
Mindfulness Meditation with Gegye Yongyal Tulku Rinpoche
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher.The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 12:11.Teacher: Gegye Yongyal Tulku Rinpoche Theme: Clarity Artwork: Incense Burner | Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Sep 4, 2026 • 32min
Mindfulness Meditation with Michel Pascal
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher.The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 17:27.Teacher: Michel Pascal Theme: Clarity Artwork: Tsongkhapa (1357-1419) | Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Aug 28, 2026 • 26min
Mindfulness Meditation with Lama Aria Drolma
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art presents a weekly meditation for beginners and skilled meditators alike. Each episode is inspired by a different work of art from the Museum’s collection and is led by a prominent meditation teacher.The episode begins with an opening talk followed by a 20-minute meditation. In this episode, the guided meditation begins at 11:36.Teacher: Lama Aria Drolma Theme: Discernment Artwork: Six-syllable Avalokiteshvara rescuing from the Eight Fears | Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.


