In Memory of Ralph De La Rosa
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Ralph De La Rosa was a trauma-focused psychotherapist, “rogue” meditation teacher, and internationally published author whose work blended fierce honesty with deep compassion. His latest book, Don’t Tell Me to Relax: Emotional Resilience for the Age of Rage, Feels, and Freak Outs (Shambhala Publications), invites readers to meet their pain with courage and curiosity, a message that remains timeless. Meditation first entered Ralph’s life in 1996; by 2008 he was sharing those practices with others, drawing on his personal journey as a PTSD and heroin-addiction survivor. Students remember him for turning hard-won wisdom into practical tools for healing and growth. Outside the classroom, Ralph was endlessly inspired by nature and could often be found in the great outdoors. Though he has passed, Ralph’s teachings, rooted in resilience, authenticity, and heartfelt humanity, continue to guide and comfort all who encounter them.
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Sarah
Nov 2, 2026
Short and effective. Thank you. 🙏🦋
Gerianne
Sep 28, 2026
I do miss Ralph. That was beautiful. Thank you 🙏
Jo
Sep 19, 2026
What a beautiful visualization. This helped calm my nervous system and feel some hope. Thank you Ralph. You are very much missed here. See you in the next dream.
Jo
Sep 14, 2026
You had such a way of connecting us to our inner selves. Your words bring me to quiet when I thought it was not possible. Thank you for sharing your soul with this world. You are truly missed and loved.
Jo
Jul 18, 2026
So interesting to be by the ocean with you. Thank you for all you gave us when you were here. You are so missed.
Jo
Jul 18, 2026
Thank you for being so gentle with us. Thank you for sharing these recordings with us. You are truly missed.
Esther Eleonora
Jul 14, 2026
Beautiful widening circles meditation! Ralph was so wise and so human at the same time. Miss him a lot. Very grateful for what he gave to the world.
Helen M O'Leary
Jun 15, 2026
I love your tracks ralf wish I’d attended one of your classes live
Helen M O'Leary
Jun 15, 2026
Im so grateful you have kept these classes and teaching available thank you :) I love his wisdom and appreciate his work
Jer C
Apr 17, 2026
Excellent straightforward loving kindness practice.
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