Mindfulness Meditation · Reflection
This week’s meditation session is led by Tracy Cochran and the theme is Reflection. The guided meditation begins at 15:00.
Vajrayogini; Tibet; 18th century; Brass and gilt copper alloy; 12 3/8 × 8 3/8 × 4 in.; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2005.16.47
Vajrayogini appears in many forms, and her image functions as a meditational aid for Buddhist practitioners with an affinity to her fierce, powerful female form. As such, Vajrayogini fosters reflection into the nature of Buddhahood, women, and power. The composition of this artwork encourages such reflection, as the unusually dark patina of the sculpture contrasts with the bright gilding of the lotus throne, inspiring meditation on Vajrayogini’s form and function.
Tracy Cochran has taught meditation and spiritual practice for many years. She is a speaker and author whose most recent book, Presence: The Art of Being At Home in Yourself, was published by Shambhala Publications in 2024. Tracy is the founder and leading teacher of the Hudson River Sangha and has taught mindfulness and mindful writing at New York Insight, the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art, and many other venues. In addition to serving as the editorial director of the acclaimed spiritual quarterly Parabola, her writings have appeared in The New York Times, New York Magazine, Psychology Today, The Best Spiritual Writing series, Parabola, and many other publications and anthologies. For more about Tracy, please visit tracycochran.org and parabola.org.
Get the latest news and stories from the Rubin, plus occasional information on how to support our work.