

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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May 16, 2025 • 28min
Mindfulness Meditation with Reverend Doyeon Park 05/08/2025
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 10:43.Teacher: Reverend Doyeon Park Theme: CompassionBodhisattva Avalokiteshvara; Nepal; 13th-14th century; gilt copper alloy with semiprecious stone inlay; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2005.16.8Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

May 9, 2025 • 30min
Mindfulness Meditation with Gegye Rinpoche 05/01/2025
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 16:10.Teacher: Gegye Yongyal Tulku RinpocheTheme: Compassion Vajra; Tibet; 18th century; metal; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; gift from the collection of Jane Werner-Aye; SC2022.3.2.1Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

May 2, 2025 • 34min
Mindfulness Meditation with Tracy Cochran 04/24/2025
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 13:39.Teacher: Tracy Cochran Theme: RenewalGanesha; Madhya Pradesh, India; 11th century; sandstone; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2004.14.4Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Apr 25, 2025 • 33min
Mindfulness Meditation with Lavina Shamdasani 4/17/2025
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 16:47.Teacher: Lavina Shamdasani Theme: RenewalThe Fifth Dalai Lama, Ngawang Lobzang Gyatso (1617-1682) with Previous Incarnations; Central Tibet; 18th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art, gift of the Shelley and Donald Rubin Foundation; F1996.29.3Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Apr 18, 2025 • 32min
Mindfulness Meditation with Lavina Shamdasani 04/10/2025
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 14:21.Teacher: Lavina ShamdasaniTheme: Renewal Maitreya, Buddha of the Future; Mongolia; 19th century; gilt copper alloy with pigment; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2006.25.1a-bLearn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Apr 11, 2025 • 31min
Mindfulness Meditation with Kimberly Brown 04/03/2025
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 6:56.Teacher: Kimberly Brown Theme: RenewalWrathful Activity, Fierce Energy; Shezad Dawood; 2018; neon on black painted board; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2020.1.1Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Apr 4, 2025 • 24min
Mindfulness Meditation with Elaine Retholtz 03/27/2025
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 6:56.Teacher: Elaine RetholtzTheme: ResilienceMountain God Kula Kari; Tibet; 19th century; painted terracotta; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2002.7.3Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Mar 28, 2025 • 29min
Mindfulness Meditation with Michel Pascal 03/20/2025
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 17:59.Teacher: Michel PascalTheme: ResilienceMahakala and Protector Deities; central Tibet; early 19th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2007.21.1Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Mar 21, 2025 • 29min
Mindfulness Meditation with Lama Aria Drolma 03/13/2025
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 16:12.Teacher: Lama Aria Drolma Theme: ResiliencePadmasambhava, His Eight Manifestations, and Scenes from His Life; Gangteng Monastery, Bhutan; 19th century; pigments on cloth; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; SC2012.4.13Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org.

Mar 14, 2025 • 30min
Mindfulness Meditation with Lavina Shamdasani 03/06/2025
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 13:22.Teacher: Lavina Shamdasani Theme: Resilience Lotus Mandala of Hevajra; northeastern India; 12th century; copper alloy; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2003.10.2 Learn more about the Rubin’s work around the world at rubinmuseum.org


