Starting Your Year with Mindfulness

Curious about how to bring mindfulness into your life in the new year? Start here! Expect a one-hour interactive presentation introducing you to the principles of mindfulness and teaching some basic practices. You’ll leave with a handout and a tool kit of simple practices to use at work and home.

This participatory, practical introductory class includes:

• Definitions of mindfulness
• A helpful handout summarizing the benefits and applications of mindfulness in everyday life
• Guided body and breath awareness practices
• Group dialogue and small group discussion
• Suggestions on resources for ongoing practice and how to apply mindfulness at work and home

Based on the 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. MBSR has been shown to reduce chronic pain and boost the immune system; address painful mental states like depression and anxiety; minimize emotional reactivity and promote well-being; increase flexible attention and sharpen mental focus.