Claudio

Claudio Araya Véliz is a psychologist, university lecturer and author dedicated to the research and dissemination of mindfulness, self-compassion and shared humanity. His site describes more than a decade of bringing contemporary psychology together with the contemplative traditions.

His work aims to create spaces for practice, dialogue and research that contribute to wellbeing. He has published eight books, including Humanidad compartida (2019), Corazón Cálido Mente Serena (2023, written with Gonzalo Brito, on the four sublime abodes: loving-kindness, compassion, empathic joy and equanimity) and Arte y ciencia de la humanidad compartida (2025). He has also written more than 33 academic publications in journals such as Frontiers in Psychology, Mindfulness and Journal of Happiness Studies, including multinational projects in seven countries.

Claudio is the founder of the Fundación Humanidad Compartida, which offers spaces for practice, dialogue and research to develop emotional, ethical and social skills in people of all ages. He also shares guided meditations on Insight Timer, hosts the podcast A Escala Humana with Gonzalo de la Fuente, and is available for talks, workshops and academic collaborations.