Oren Jay Sofer

El Cerrito, CA 94530, USA

14.1k Followers

Oren Jay Sofer teaches meditation and communication internationally. He is a Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication, and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner for healing trauma. Oren also holds a degree in Comparative Religion from Columbia University and is the author of several books, including the best-seller "Say What You Mean: A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication” and his most recent book, “Your Heart Was Made For This: Contemplative Practices to Meet a World in Crisis with Courage, Integrity, and Love.” A husband and father, he lives in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he enjoys cooking, drinking tea, and home woodworking projects.

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Reviews

Michelle Caird

Jun 19, 2026

This is truly one of the most influential guided meditation practices I have ever experienced. Thank you so much.

Michelle Caird

Jun 14, 2026

The peacefulness of this guided meditation is beautiful and calming. Thank you.

Leigh in Australia

Jun 12, 2026

Thanks Oren. A nice, simple body scan reminiscent of MBSR scans. I actually did it first time lying down as my body needed the deep rest. Will trybit seated next time. 🙏🙏🙏

Kate Cross

Jun 4, 2026

Beautiful and profound. Helped me meet trauma with some sense of peace and acceptance. Thank you Oren. V grateful to have found your teachings 🙏

Deborah Whitcomb

Jun 3, 2026

Very nice. Perfect combination of prompts & quiet.

Kate Cross

Jun 3, 2026

You’re a wonderful teacher thank you Oren. You teach the dharma in such a clear, accessible, compassionate way 🙏

Cindy Bertaut

May 6, 2026

Wonderful way to just be, without following a specific prescription (not having to follow the breath, or chant, etc).

Susan Kendrick

May 5, 2026

I really enjoyed this meditation. It’s exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

Charlie

Mar 18, 2026

Absolutely masterful - and such a lovely, gentle voice. Thank you, Oren. 🙏🕊️🥰

Nancy

Mar 16, 2026

Great guidance. Calm, nourishing experience. I'll bookmark this one.

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