Interconnection, Gratitude and Taking Refuge

This talk is about the vital role of the intellect in meditation, what it means to take refuge in a messy world, and the deep relief of realizing you aren't practicing alone. Recorded on May 16, 2026, at The Hollyhock Leadership Centre on Cortes Island, British Columbia. I'm Jeff. I make meditation make sense—especially for people navigating stress, grief, change, neurodiversity, or just the everyday emotional shrapnel of being alive. My goal is accessibility: a clear and powerful framework for why practice matters, an easy-going technique that works with your quirky wiring, and a palpable rhythm of support to keep that practice going. Also, I make jokes. Check out my website for more information: https://jeffwarren.org/work-with-me