Join us for this intro to mindfulness stress based reduction and determine if this series is for you.
Mindfulness is the practice of present moment, non-judgmental awareness of one’s experience. MBSR, an 8-week course based on the work of Jon Kabat-Zinn and the University of Massachusetts Medical School’s Center for Mindfulness, is taught at integrative health centers, universities and teaching hospitals worldwide.
Backed by neuroscience and ancient compassion-based practices, this highly participatory, evidence-based program combines meditation, mindful movement (gentle yoga), group discussion, and inquiry in a supportive learning environment to support participants in learning how to use mindfulness to relate differently to stress.
Practicing this powerful, integrative approach by tapping into and mobilizing innate inner resources for healing and well-being empowers participants to explore habitual patterns of thinking, feeling and acting, while learning practical ways to integrate mindfulness into daily life, and, to build and sustain a personal mindfulness practice. Studies indicate that mindfulness-based stress reduction programs can reduce anxiety and increase well-being and overall happiness. Mindfulness can be successfully learned and practiced by people of all backgrounds. No prior experience is necessary.
FACILITATOR
Dr. Jeanne Kloeckner, a practicing occupational therapist for over 40 years and a yoga instructor for 25 years, trained in MBSR at the University of Massachusetts Medical School Center for Mindfulness. Dr. Kloeckner is the founder of Mindful Solutions StL.
SCHEDULE
Intro: Sunday, June 5th 1:30 - 2:30
8 classes meeting held on, Sunday afternoons 1:30 - 4:00, and a silent retreat* on Sunday, July 31st (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.). No class on July 3rd.
June 12th
June 19th
June 26th
July 10th
July 17th
July 24th
*July 31st
Aug 7th
Aug 14th
Email Dr. Kloeckner at jeannekloeckner@gmail.com to request the sliding scale application.
Facilitator: Dr. Jeanne Kloeckner
Location: Downstairs Studio
Cost: $250