Who Is Frank Ostaseski? Mindfulness Teacher & End-of-Life Care Pioneer

Frank Ostaseski is a renowned meditation teacher and co-founder of the groundbreaking Zen Hospice Project. In 2004, he established the Metta Institute, which provides professional training in mindfulness-based compassionate care.

Fearless Open-Hearted Awareness: A 4-Part Series

Most people develop unconscious habits around how they face endings. This transformative series helps you explore your relationship with life transitions through non-judgmental awareness.

Session 1: How Embracing Uncertainty Leads to Fulfillment

Discover why resisting uncertainty creates suffering
Learn meditation techniques to welcome the unknown
Practical tools for finding peace in impermanence

Session 2: Learning to Love Endings

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Session 3: Cultivating Fierce Open Receptivity

Develop radical acceptance through mindfulness
Balance strength with vulnerability
Transform fear into compassionate presence

Session 4: Becoming More Curious and Less Critical

Replace judgment with investigative awareness
Cultivate beginner's mind in daily life
Apply curiosity to difficult emotions

Why These Teachings Matter

Frank Ostaseski's approach blends:
- Zen Buddhism principles
- Contemplative care methodologies
- Mindfulness-based stress reduction

His work helps both caregivers and individuals develop emotional resilience while facing life's most challenging transitions.

Key Takeaways

Endings are natural teachers when met with awareness
Uncertainty becomes a path to growth when embraced
Compassion begins with non-judgmental self-awareness

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Frank Ostaseski: Mindfulness & End-of-Life Care