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Why Mindfulness?
We live in a world that has become increasingly distracted. Many of us are juggling busy schedules, trying to keep up with the demands of work or family life. In the face of stress or pain we may find ourselves coping in ways that do more harm than good. Mindfulness offers a different way to meet the challenges that arise in our lives. It is a practice that is beautifully simple and practical, and yet also a radical departure from our mainstream way of living.
Reasons to practice mindfulness are as varied and personal as our individual lives. Over 40 years of scientific evidence shows the effectiveness of mindfulness for stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, and chronic pain, among other problems. Better yet, these practices have been shown to enhance quality of life for healthy people. We can all benefit from building these time-honored practices in our modern lives.
Regardless of our motivations, mindfulness offers each and every one of us an opportunity to know ourselves better, so that we might live fuller lives, with less stress and more joy.
Mindfulness Programs
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
This evidence-based, eight-week course is the foundation of the modern mindfulness movement. Thousands of research studies have demonstrated its effectiveness for stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and hypertension, among other conditions. Our qualified teachers provide the same curriculum as seen in these studies.
Community Practice
Led by experienced mindfulness teachers, the community practice sessions offer participants a chance to strengthen their mindfulness and meditation skills free of charge. The facilitator will offer a brief mindfulness lesson followed by a guided meditation practice. These sessions are perfect for both beginners and experienced meditators.
Two-Hour Silent Retreat
The two-hour silent retreat offers participants an opportunity to strengthen their meditation skills in the company of a supportive community. A variety of meditation practices are offered during the retreats, including guided meditation, mindful movement and walking meditation. Some prior meditation experience is encouraged but not required.