Shinzen Young’s The Science of Enlightenment Online Course
A rare opportunity to study with Shinzen, and experience the book’s insights directly in your meditation practice
If you don't already know, much of what I (Toby) present in Brightmind is based on an approach to meditation developed by Shinzen Young. Shinzen is one of the most unique and powerful teachers alive today. His rigorous system, inspired by the spirit of science, delivers industrial strength results—authentic experiences of no-self, union between inside and outside, and effortless concentration.
One of the best distillations of Shinzen’s approach is his book, The Science of Enlightenment, which has become a cult classic among serious meditators. Now, we’re bringing the book to life in an interactive course designed to help you experience the book’s insights directly in your meditation practice.
I have had the privilege of working closely with Shinzen for the past 15 years. We’ve collaborated on scientific research, Shinzen advised a monastery that I trained at for years, and Shinzen helped me design Brightmind’s curriculum. I know Shinzen’s system inside and out, and I’m uniquely qualified to help you understand, apply, and even critique Shinzen’s ideas.
Parts of the Course
Weekly classes: Chapter review, breakout groups, Q&A, and guided meditation
2 live Ask Me Anythings with the one and only Shinzen Young–your chance to ask your deepest questions, directly to the source
Optional weekly open group discussions to connect more with fellow students
30 total sessions
5 daily group sits for ongoing practice support
Dedicated group chat for sharing reflections
If you miss a class or want to review, you’ll have access to recordings of all classes.
Timing
Weekly classes: Tuesdays at 5pm PT, 8pm ET. First class is October 27th, last class is February 9th. Shinzen’s AMAs will take place on December 8th and February 2nd.
Optional weekly open group discussions: Wednesdays at 5pm PT, 8pm ET. First session is October 28th, last session is February 10th.
5 daily group sits (30-60 mins):
9:30pm PT, 12:30am ET
3am PT, 6am ET
4am PT, 7am ET
8:30am PT, 11:30am ET
9am PT, 12pm ET
Shinzen Young, author of The Science of Enlightenment
“The guided meditations helped me not only understand the topics, but experience them.”
“Toby’s candid takes were always insightful and sometimes hilarious!”
“The lectures expanded on the ideas and added fascinating context.”
“I loved listening to others ask questions and share their experience.”
About Your Guide, Toby Sola
Toby Sola is dedicated to helping you create a feedback loop between your meditation practice and your ability to make the world a better place. So the more you meditate, the more effective you are in the world. And the more effective you are, the deeper your meditation practice becomes.
Toby has been teaching meditation for two decades. His craft as a teacher has been refined through years of monastic training and close collaboration with the world-renowned teacher Shinzen Young. Toby is an award-winning designer and the founder of Brightmind.
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