"Between the stimulus and response, there is a space and in that space lies our freedom and power to choose our response. " ...Victor Frankl
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The power of mindfulness lies in the ability to chose a wise response.
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Anybody can meditate! Yes, anybody!
 ​A regular practice of mindfulness leads to transformation when we learn to not be a victim of our experiences, but rather the observer of our experiences. Studies show that a regular meditation routine can:
  • Help with emotion regulation​
  • Improve memory
  • Support healthy aging 
  • Lower blood pressure 
  • Improve metabolism 
  • Improve brain health 
  • Stress management
  • Decrease inflammation


​Mindfulness Meditation Workshops

Mindful Moms
Dates TBD
Some people try to meditate and say they can't, when in reality they just did not experience the desired result. Mindfulness meditation is not about reaching a certain state of mind, it is being present to what is in the moment in a non-judgmental manner. It is about having an openness to, and an acceptance of the present moment, whether it is pleasant or unpleasant. This is a skill that takes time, consistence and patience to master. But when this skill is developed, you will notice that there is a calmness around you, and that the usual triggers don't have the same effect on you anymore, or that the things that used to stress you no longer have an effect. The Mindful Moms workshop is more focused on how to use mindfulness to navigate the emotional terrain, with an emphasis for compassion for your journey, and self-love practices. Along with motherhood comes guilt, stress, worry, anxiety or the feeling that you are not "good enough". I know, because I went through all that, which was when I explored mindfulness and it worked wonders. Being a better mom does not only affect your child, it affects the people around you, and also generations to come, because when you change, people around you change too. Hope you can join me! 
In the Mindful Moms workshop you will learn: 
·         Ways to settle the mind prior to meditation.
·         Different kinds of mindfulness practices and how to incorporate it in your everyday life.
·        Love and Kindness meditation( metta meditation).
·      How to manage unpleasant emotions using mindfulness.
·         Use mindfulness skills in parenting.
·          Inquiry exercises to deepen the practice.
There is an option to attend this workshop online on zoom, for those who cannot attend  in-person
Recordings will be provided for missed sessions and will be available for a month.

Beginner Mindfulness Workshop 
Saturdays 11 am - 12:30 pm  January 25 - March 22( 9 weeks)
March 22- half day silent retreat
Learn to have a steady meditation practice, and how to improve mental and emotional well being using different mindfulness practices.
Do you think your mind is really scattered and Mindfulness Meditation is not for you? Do you have trouble sitting still? Have your tried Mindfulness Meditation before and don't see the benefits? Then this beginner workshop is for you! 
Discuss common obstacles and challenges in developing a regular practice 
Learn Strategies to manage unpleasant emotions
Use different formal and informal mindfulness practices to cultivate peace.
Practice Metta Meditation
Recordings will be provided for missed sessions, and will be available for a month
Register soon to get the early bird pricing

Weekly mindfulness drop-in sessions for adults
Practice in a group setting by dropping into one of the weekly Meditation group sessions which are 45 minutes long and include a short mindfulness practice followed by a short discussion. The goal is to be part of a supportive group to deepen our practice and learn new skills. This is open to beginners as well as people with experience. Mondays 6:00 pm-6:45 pm on zoom. Registration required. 

Mindfulness for Teens
Dates TBD
Mindful Teens is a beginner Mindfulness Meditation 9 week long workshop, which teaches teens how to cultivate a regular meditation practice, what to expect from a Mindfulness practice, and how to use these skills in our day to day life. There will be an emphasis on learning how to manage emotions by cultivating a skillful relationship with emotions. In this virtual workshop we will explore different mindfulness practices, learn how to incorporate mindfulness skills in our day to day lives, learn the science behind stress, and learn strategies to access the inner still place when things get tough. Each session will include a lecture, discussion, and different mindfulness practices. Dress comfortably and bring a journal(optional) 
Some of the observed benefits of mindfulness for students include:
Increased attention and focus
Improved behavior in schools​
Improved social skills
Improved self-esteem
Enhanced emotion regulation
Reduced stress and anxiety
Enhanced body-awareness
Greater compassion
Recording will be provided for missed session and will be available for a month
980.236.1901