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Creativity, mindfulness,
and the beauty of a life well-lived.

“The key to creativity is not to pretend to be someone else, but to free yourself to become the artist you were always meant to be.”
~ Hugh Delehanty

Creativity, mindfulness, and the beauty of a life well-lived.

“The key to creativity is not to pretend to be someone else, but to free yourself to become the artist you were always meant to be.”

WRITING

Books, articles, and conversations with writers and artists

TEACHING

Upcoming classes on
creativity, mindfulness,
and awakening the heart

MENTORING

One-on-one coaching on  meditation practice, writing, and leadership

CREATIVITY

Exploring  the link between meditation
and the creative spirit

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"Hugh’s approach to teaching meditation is like an editor helping a writer find just the right word. He helps his students clear out the cobwebs and reveal the clarity of thought that meditation can bring. Studying under him was a singular experience that will surely change my life forever."
~ Cory Johnson, journalist and investor
"Hugh illuminates his teaching with storytelling and an infectious good humor. He also knows the magical and transformative connection between making art and living in the now."
~ Anna Douglas, a founding teacher of Spirit Rock Meditation Center
"Hugh writes, speaks, teaches, and lives in accord with the teachings of the Buddha. He combines reason and passion with conviction."
~ George Mumford, meditation teacher and author ofThe Mindful Athlete
"Hugh changes the energy in any room he’s in. He has a way of meeting each of us where we are and lighting a path for our next steps."
~ Joan Ryan, sportswriter and author of Intangibles: Unlocking the Science and Soul of Team Chemistry
"Hugh’s inspiring presence and deep curiosity allow him to tap directly into life’s creative currents. He has the rare gift of being able to help others awaken to and live from those sacred currents."
~ Tara Brach, meditation teacher and author of Radical Compassion

Sit. Smile. Create.

An online workshop on how to break through psychological barriers and unleash your innate creativity.
May 21 – 9am-2pm PDT/12pm-5pm EDT

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Meet Hugh

Hugh Delehanty is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, a National Magazine Award-winning editor, and a certified meditation teacher with more than 25 years of practice focusing on mindfulness and creativity.

WRITING

TEACHING

MENTORING

CREATIVITY

"Hugh illuminates his teaching with storytelling and an infectious good humor. He also knows the magical and transformative connection between making art and living in the now."
~ Anna Douglas, a founding teacher of Spirit Rock Meditation Center

"Hugh writes, speaks, teaches, and lives in accord with the teachings of the Buddha. He combines reason and passion with conviction."
~ George Mumford, meditation teacher and author ofThe Mindful Athlete

"Hugh changes the energy in any room he’s in. He has a way of meeting each of us where we are and lighting a path for our next steps."
~ Joan Ryan, sportswriter and author of Intangibles: Unlocking the Science and Soul of Team Chemistry

"Hugh’s inspiring presence and deep curiosity allow him to tap directly into life’s creative currents. He has the rare gift of being able to help others awaken to and live from those sacred currents."
~ Tara Brach, meditation teacher and author of Radical Compassion

Sit. Smile. Create.

Meet Hugh

Creative Fire newsletter

WRITING

TEACHING

MENTORING

CREATIVITY

"Hugh illuminates his teaching with storytelling and an infectious good humor. He also knows the magical and transformative connection between making art and living in the now." ~ Anna Douglas, a founding teacher of Spirit Rock Meditation Center

"Hugh writes, speaks, teaches, and lives in accord with the teachings of the Buddha. He combines reason and passion with conviction." ~ George Mumford, meditation teacher and author ofThe Mindful Athlete

"Hugh changes the energy in any room he’s in. He has a way of meeting each of us where we are and lighting a path for our next steps." ~ Joan Ryan, sportswriter and author of Intangibles: Unlocking the Science and Soul of Team Chemistry

"Hugh’s inspiring presence and deep curiosity allow him to tap directly into life’s creative currents. He has the rare gift of being able to help others awaken to and live from those sacred currents." ~ Tara Brach, meditation teacher and author of Radical Compassion

Sit. Smile. Create.

Meet Hugh

Creative Fire newsletter

"Hugh illuminates his teaching with storytelling and an infectious good humor. He also knows the magical and transformative connection between making art and living in the now."
~ Anna Douglas, a founding teacher of Spirit Rock Meditation Center

"Hugh writes, speaks, teaches, and lives in accord with the teachings of the Buddha. He combines reason and passion with conviction."
~ George Mumford, meditation teacher and author ofThe Mindful Athlete

"Hugh changes the energy in any room he’s in. He has a way of meeting each of us where we are and lighting a path for our next steps."
~ Joan Ryan, sportswriter and author of Intangibles: Unlocking the Science and Soul of Team Chemistry

"Hugh’s inspiring presence and deep curiosity allow him to tap directly into life’s creative currents. He has the rare gift of being able to help others awaken to and live from those sacred currents."
~ Tara Brach, meditation teacher and author of Radical Compassion