

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 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.

Aug 21, 2026 • 27min
Mindfulness Meditation with Kimberly Brown
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 09:59.Teacher: Kimberly BrownTheme: Discernment Artwork: https://rubinmuseum.org/collection/c2004-28-5/ Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Aug 14, 2026 • 36min
Mindfulness Meditation with Lavina Shamdasani
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 14.00.Teacher: Lavina ShamdasaniTheme: Discernment Artwork: Akashagarbha | Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Aug 7, 2026 • 38min
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 23:24.Teacher: Michel PascalTheme: DiscernmentArtwork: https://rubinmuseum.org/collection/c2004-14-3/ Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Jul 31, 2026 • 27min
Mindfulness Meditation with Kimberly Brown
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 9:14.Teacher: Kimberly BrownTheme: Lasting HappinessArtwork: https://rubinmuseum.org/collection/c2003-24-1/ (00:00) - Introduction
(01:39) - Art Connection
(04:44) - Opening talk
(08:48) - Meditation
(26:07) - Outro
Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.


