Judy Lief

Judy Lief is a senior teacher and board member for the Courageous Women retreat, where she has played an important role since the retreat was first established. Her long-standing presence has helped shape its evolution, offering both guidance and continuity to the community it serves.

With deep experience and a thoughtful teaching style, Judy brings insight and steadiness to the retreat environment. Her work reflects a lifelong commitment to meaningful reflection, support, and growth, creating a space where participants can engage with the retreat’s themes in a grounded and compassionate way.

She is also the author of Making Friends with Death: A Buddhist Guide for Encountering Mortality, a book that reflects her interest in profound questions of life, loss, and awareness. Through her teaching and writing, Judy contributes a perspective that is both wise and accessible, making her an invaluable part of the Courageous Women retreat.