Fear is not the enemy—it is a signal, a messenger reminding us to pay attention. Yet when fear and worry begin to dominate our inner lives, they can harden us, constrict our capacity for compassion, and close us off from connection.

In this 90-minute gathering, facilitated by Christina Rodriguez, we will explore practices that help us stay soft, receptive, and open-hearted even in uncertain and contentious times. Together, we’ll:

• Settle in with a short Dharma reflection on fear, compassion, and expansiveness.

• Practice a guided Metta (loving-kindness) meditation, offering compassion first to ourselves and then extending outward.

• Share in community conversation about the fears we carry, and how our practices can help us meet them with steadiness and care.

This will be a brave space for honesty, tenderness, and connection—a reminder that while fear narrows us, love always invites us to expand.

Investment: $25 If cost is a barrier, please reach out. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.