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Rachael Tanner-Smith

Rachael Tanner-Smith (she/her) is a long time dedicated practitioner and teacher at Wild Heart Meditation Center in
Nashville, TN. Her teaching integrates Buddhist wisdom and Western psychology, with an
emphasis on extending practice off the cushion. Having practiced across traditions, she weaves
somatic, heart centered, and creative practices together to support awakening through body,
speech, and mind. Her personal practice is supported by regular retreat and the accountability of
working with a meditation mentor. Rachael is most at ease outside and finds great joy in
parenting.

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