Sharon Salzberg

Sharon Salzberg is a New York Time Bestselling author and teacher of Buddist meditation practices in the West. In 1974, she co-founded the Insight Meditation Society at Barre, Massachusetts with Jack Kornfield and Joseph Goldstein. Her emphasis is on vipassana and loving-kindness methods, and has been leading meditation retreats around the world for over three decades.

Sharon Salzberg's content covers focus, stress relief, compassion, relationships, and emotional well-being, including foundational mindfulness. Offering insights into mindful eating, fostering positive emotions, and heart practices, Sharon's teachings include walking meditation, body scans, and managing anger. She guides individuals through cultivating love, sensory awareness, and compassion, supporting emotional resilience and mindful living in daily activities.