Meditation for Patients with Cancer


woman participating in BIDMC meditation classThis free meditation class for people living with a cancer diagnosis welcomes new members.

  • When: Tuesdays, 1 - 2 p.m.
  • Where: BIDMC East Campus (please RSVP for room location)

You will learn how to meditate as a way to better manage the common feelings of anxiety, depression, fear and uncertainty. The group practice and discussion will help you to cultivate inner strength and insight based on the philosophy of Tibetan Buddhism.

The class is facilitated by Barbara Clivio, PhD, LICSW, OSW-C, an oncology social worker, and Tsering Lama Yodsampa, a Buddhist chaplain.