Mindfulness-Based Programs
I am certified to teach MBSR, MB-EAT, and MBSR-T. Descriptions of each of these group education courses are below. I teach the full version of each of these evidence-based programs as well as tailored approaches.
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What is Mindfulness?
"Mindfulness is about being fully present. It is about attending to the here and now, without being lost in thoughts about the past, or fantasies about the future. It is a quality of being that embodies kindness, curiosity, an acceptance. To be mindful is to actually feel the sensations in your body, even unpleasant ones, without clinging to them or wishing them away. It is to observe your thoughts without letting them become the only version of the truth. It is to attend to your emotions, embracing whatever it is you're feeling in the moment, even if it's not particularly comfortable. It is to be more sensitive and compassionate toward the people and situations around you. And when practiced diligently, it can transform our health, our relationships, and our impact on the world."
- David Gelles (Mindful Work)
Mindfulness meditation has its origins in Eastern Buddhist practices. However, in recent decades, "mindfulness" has become popular a practice in the United States and across the world. Check out this short and succinct video from Happily.
Benefits of Practicing Mindfulness Meditation
Individuals
- Less stress
- Greater confidence
- Improved relationships
Organizations
- Greater productivity
- Increased focus
- Better collaboration
Society
- Less judgement
- More compassion
- Meaningful connections
Lists from: International Mindfulness Teachers Association
What is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)?
MBSR is an 8-week evidence-based program developed by Dr. John Kabat-Zinn. Click on link on the left to learn about mindfulness and the skills taught as part of the MBSR course.
Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Training (MB-EAT)
MB-EAT is a 12 week evidence-based program developed by Dr. Jean Kristeller at Indiana State University.
For full information about Dr. Kristeller, and the MB-EAT program, click here.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Teens (MBSR-T)
"MBSR-T is an adaptation of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program for adults. The MBSR-T program is meant to be a program to use with adolescents and young adults... Like MBSR, MBSR-T is based on secular adaptations of mindfulness practices with roots in Eastern meditation traditions." To learn more, click here.
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