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January News & Events
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More About ICE
and conscience, drama, and the essential goodness of the human heart
Norman‘s Newsletter on Substack
Jan 23, 2026
“It is stunning to me that Jonathan Ross, the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, is (so far) not being held accountable in any way for what certainly appears to be a cold-blooded murder. Really stunning and terrible.“
On the Immigration Disaster
Norman‘s Newsletter on Substack
January 17, 2026
“Here is my prejudice: I like immigrants and think they should be respected and protected, regardless of how they came into the country. I have a lot of friends who are immigrants, good people who work hard and are beloved members of my community.
“But…”
Dharma Seminar: The Dhammapada
In January, we continue our study of The Dhammapada in weekly seminar, led by Norman and senior Everyday Zen teachers.
When You Greet Me I Bow
Norman’s most recent dharma book is a collection of essays, When You Greet Me I Bow: Notes and Reflections from a Life in Zen. Edited by Cynthia Schrager, the essays span a life of inquiry into Zen practice, relationship, cultural encounter, and spiritual creativity.
Everyday Zen Events
Everyday Zen Daily Sitting
7:30-8:00 AM (PT)
Link: Join on Zoom
Meeting ID: 818 1405 8944
Passcode: Zazen (note the upper case “Z”)
Weekly Metta Sitting
Mondays 8:00 – 8:30 AM (PT)
Link: Join on Zoom
Meeting ID: 818 1405 8944
Passcode: Zazen (note the upper case “Z”)
Our mission is to share the Zen attitude, spirit, and practice with the world. Guided by spiritual director and poet Norman Fischer, we are dedicated to listening to the world, to changing it and being changed by it. Together and each on our own unique paths, we endeavor to bring our spiritual practice into all aspects of our everyday lives.
Latest Teachings
February 5, 2026
Dhammapada – Talk 12
January 31, 2026
Dhammapada – Talk 11 – Kathie Fischer
January 23, 2026
Dhammapada – Talk 10
January 16, 2026
Dhammapada – Talk 9
January 8, 2026
Dhammapada – Talk 8
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Dana, in Sanskrit and Pali, means generosity, or the practice of giving. In this spirit, Norman makes his talks available for download through this website for no charge other than a suggested donation, and all Everyday Zen workshops and retreats are offered at the lowest possible cost.
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