Valerie (Vimalasara) Mason-John
Trauma Expert
Vimalasara is committed to assisting others live healthier, happier lives through mindfulness. She is has over 30 years of experience as a Dharma teacher, trauma expert, and certified mindfulness teacher.
Vancouver
British Columbia
Canada
- Leadership
- Addiction
- Conflict Transformation
- Mindfulness
- Buddhism

Featured Works
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Finding Strength in Traumatic Times
Trauma specialist and ten-time author Vimalasara joins Prakriti Poddar and meditation teacher, author, and coach Yael Shy, to discuss how they transformed their lives from suffering to thriving, plus advice for letting go of our painful past stories.

Let Go of Past Stories
Learn why anger and resentment can keep us trapped, plus one simple question that can help you let go.

3 Ways We Limit Our Potential
Are you holding back in life or living up to your potential? Join Vimalasara to explore ways you might be limiting yourself, plus how you can take steps toward your most extraordinary life today.

Meet Challenges Mindfully
Learn a mindful response to fear, anxiety, and anger.
Training
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International Mindfulness Teachers Association
Certified Professional Mindfulness Teacher Jan 2021 - Present (2 years) -
Triratna Buddhist Community
Ordained Senior Teacher Jan 2021 - Present (2 years)
Experience
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Co-Founder
Eight Step Recovery Feb 2021 - Present (2 years) -
Playwright
Sin Dykes, Brown Girl in the Ring, blackhalifax.com Jan 2021 - Present (2 years) -
Chairperson and Dharma Teacher
Triatna Vancouver Buddhist Center Jan 2021 - Present (2 years) -
Co-Creator
Mindfulness Based Addiction Recovery (MBAR) Jan 2021 - Present (2 years) -
Author
Various Books Jul 1995 - Present (28 years)