2026 BRN Summit – October 2nd – 4th
Radical Kindness in the Face of Addiction
Well-known dharma and mindfulness practitioners with long-term recovery will come together, including confirmed Vimalasara in conversation with Larry Yang . Key note speakers Mary Stancanvage & Dr. Judson Brewer. Speakers will also include two of the leading voices in Buddhist recovery, Kevin Griffin , Vimalasara , Gary Sanders and Cynthia Kear.
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Buddhist Recovery Network honors the Asian cultures that have been home to Buddhism for centuries and from which the dharma is inextricable. We are committed to honoring all Buddhist traditions and are committed to understanding the history of race, religion, and class in order to be part of a collective healing and liberation for our members who may have experienced these harms.
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BRN Podcasts
75: Healing Through Connection: Chris Warner’s Journey
⚠️Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicidal ideation In this episode of the BRN podcast, host Beth Herzig speaks with Chris Warner, a therapist and board member of the Buddhist Recovery Network. Chris shares her personal journey of recovery from addiction, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, trauma awareness, and community support. She discusses how…Wisdom and Recovery: Walt Opie’s Transformative Path
In this episode of the Buddhist Recovery Network podcast, host Beth Herzig speaks with Walt Opie, the board president of the Buddhist Recovery Network. Walt shares his journey through recovery, his introduction to Buddhism and meditation, and his experiences teaching in prisons. The conversation explores the intersection of Buddhist teachings and recovery, the importance of…
