The live online two-session, 4-hour Cultivating Equanimity course will focus on the understanding and cultivation of equanimity as a way of navigating life's inevitable ups and downs. Through a combination of guided reflections, meditations and discussions, you will learn what equanimity is, what it is not, how it can mitigate against compassion fatigue as well as a variety of accessible and straightforward ways to practice it.
A guided equanimity meditation will be provided for practice outside of class. This moment in history poses serious challenges to our equanimity. For many of us, the global crises we face seem unprecedented and the emotional and cognitive hijacking from social media and the 24 hour news cycle certainly is.
Now, more than ever, we need to find our way back to center, to regain perspective and balance, and to move forward with the greatest possible wisdom and clarity.
Margaret Cullen, the instructor, spent three years doing a deep dive into the science, philosophy, psychology, research and religious roots of equanimity. Her book Quiet Strength, was published by HarperOne in March of 2026, is available to order here.
A refund (minus your $50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit) will be made for cancellations submitted in writing up to 7 days prior to the event start date by emailing mindfulness@health.ucsd.edu. No refunds will be allowed within 6 days of the event start date.
Please be aware that the registration fee, deposits, and funds are non-transferable to other programs.
In the unlikely event that the course is cancelled, UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness is responsible only for a full refund of the registration fee. In regards to in-person programs, the center is not responsible for any refunds to transportation, hotel accommodations, or any miscellaneous expenses.
Refunds are processed using the same method as the original payment (unless past 180 days).