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Hidden in Plain Sight

With Bob Waldinger, MD

Most of what shapes our lives goes unnoticed. This is a weekly practice in noticing. A different way of seeing what’s already here.

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Once a week, Bob provides two simple ways to slow down and appreciate the things that are Hidden in Plain Sight.

  • A weekly practice

    A short guided meditation or simple exercise you can return to during the week—something to try, not master.

  • A reflection

    Bob shares what decades of research, Zen practice, and psychotherapy reveal about how we live—and what tends to matter most.

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A simple meditation practice

Robert Waldinger shares a simple, practical introduction to meditation — how to start, what to expect, and why it matters.

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If meditation has ever felt difficult, you’re not alone.

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When you sign up for the newsletter, you’ll begin with a simple 7-day meditation practice. Each day includes a short guided meditation and a reflection to carry with you.

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Editions from past weeks

Every reflection and practice from past weeks, gathered in one place to revisit, rethink, and carry forward into daily life.

  • Apr 17, 2026
    Audio

    What Makes a Good Life Robert Waldinger

  • Oct 29, 2024  —  2 min read
    Article

    What decades of research tells us about living the good life | Big Think

    Warm relationships protect your mind and body from the slings and arrows of life.

  • Apr 18, 2026
    Audio

    How to lead a happier, more fulfilling life

  • Apr 17, 2026  —  2 min read
    Article

    ‘Harvard Thinking’: Can people change?

    Nothing is certain except death and taxes, the saying goes — but there’s another sure thing to add to that list: change.

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Bob invites you to start every week differently: with a short practice and a reflection that helps you see your life more clearly.

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