Mindfulness Programs
Mindfulness is calm awareness of one's physical sensations, thoughts and feelings, content of consciousness, or consciousness itself. Clinical research shows that mindfulness techniques can help alleviate anxiety, stress and depression. Mindfulness practices are proven to assist in management of the stress that accompanies chronic pain and illness. The program was developed in the early 1980s by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., a University of Massachusetts molecular biologist who studied Buddhist meditation and incorporated its key principles into a course harnessing the link between mind and body.
The Benefits of Meditation
The benefits of meditation are manifold because it can reverse your stress response, thereby shielding you from the effects of chronic stress. When practising meditation, your heart rate and breathing slow down, your blood pressure normalizes, you use oxygen more efficiently, and you sweat less. Your adrenal glands produce less cortisol, your mind ages at a slower rate, and your immune function improves. Your mind also clears and your creativity increases.
These courses offer training through meditation, mindful movement, daily mindfulness practices and exploring through journaling and discussion.
All ages and experiences welcome.
:: For more intensive programs see retreats and workshops ::
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Eight week mindfulness meditation training including full day retreat.
Dates and Venue TBA
Managing the Madness
Mindfulness meditation training. Managing the Madness draws from a number of traditions and practices including the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) model developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn for the University of Massachusetts Medical School and the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Healthcare and Society (UMass).
- Gain a new perspective on stressful situations
- Build skills to manage stress
- Reduce negative emotions
- Consciously respond rather than react
- Learn breathing techniques for relaxation, clarity and calm
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Mindful Yoga
Balanced hatha yoga practice that is enjoyable, relaxing and calming. Students are introduced to basic mindfulness meditation and practice a range of postures and breathing techniques.
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Individual and Group Counselling
Individual and group counselling sessions are also available.
:: Counselling and Psychotherapy ::
:: Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy ::
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