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My name is Marjolein Janssen. I am a Dharma Teacher in the Insight Meditation Tradition. This website is my online home. I'm happy that you're here!

Scroll down, or use the menu at the top, to find out more about me, my teachings, schedule, YouTube channel and more.

Teachings

Meditation Hall

Retreats

I regularly teach Insight Meditation Retreats on the East Coast, the SF Bay Area, and Europe.

Classes and Talks

Join a Meditation Class or Dharma Talk. There are online and in person offerings.

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Audio Recordings

The classes and talks I teach are frequently recorded. Feel welcome to browse the audio libraries.

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Writings

Occasionally I write articles about the Dharma. If something bubbles for me I'll post it here.

Insight • Wisdom • Meditation

Bright Dharma YouTube Channel

Marjolein's Teaching Schedule (Events shown in EST)

🧘‍♂️ Retreats 🧘‍♂️

May 2026
May 15
15 May 2026 - 17 May 2026
The Nest,
645 Toll House Gulch Road
Felton, CA 95018 United States

This retreat offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with your true self while surrounded by the calming presence of the natural world. This outdoor retreat is centered on teaching some powerful and practical mindfulness tools to help you stay afloat amidst life's challenges, allowing you to move freely with clarity, peace, and wisdom. Through guided practices of insight meditation you’ll learn how to stay anchored in the present moment, even as the currents of life flow around you.

May 26
26 May 2026 - 31 May 2026
Seven Oaks,
403 Pathwork Way
Madison, VA 22727 United States

This retreat invites you to explore insight and the awakening of the heart. Drawing on a traditional image of the mind being gently cleansed and brightened, we will learn to recognize and release difficult mindstates so that qualities like clarity, confidence, and kindness can naturally arise.

Marjolein Janssen

"May the wisdom of the Dharma guide you through life's challenges, supporting you to find peace and happiness"

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