Mindfulness for Everyday Living
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What is Mindfulness?
A science based practice of bringing attention to the present moment on purpose with kindness and curiosity. The purpose is to build the skills of attention and focus. Sounds easy and some days it is. Then there are the other times when we get caught up in the busy-ness of our lives. In my classes, I give examples of outcomes from scientific studies that show how mindfulness may change our brains for the better and enrich our lives. We also get to try different mindfulness techniques that start training our brains to bring awareness to what is going on right in front of us. Some practices are sitting, standing or moving. Everyone can participate and learn. We may focus on the breath, the body or all our senses. Sometimes it's just one of these or it could incorporate all of these. There are formal practices that are purposeful and timed and then there are informal practices that may only take seconds just to notice and become aware of what is happening in the mind and body. These practices may improve memory, mood, concentration and resiliency. All lead to more awareness and attention to what is real and true. |
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Here's what folks are saying about my classes:
Such a lovely series, Chrissy! The length, content, and timing were perfect. I found that the 30 minute session on Sunday evening helped me work with the “Sunday Scaries”. I look forward to the next series!
- Michele
The sessions were wonderful Chrissy and I took away many new practices that I now incorporate in my day. Thank you. The follow up emails were great and I loved the quotes you shared. You are such an inspiring teacher! - Sharon
Found all the classes great & have been using to destress as caregiver to a Parkinson patient.
- Sondra
These have been such a help to my mind and body that it's been remarkable. Also, they've been absolutely delightful to attend. - Andrea
Such a lovely series, Chrissy! The length, content, and timing were perfect. I found that the 30 minute session on Sunday evening helped me work with the “Sunday Scaries”. I look forward to the next series!
- Michele
The sessions were wonderful Chrissy and I took away many new practices that I now incorporate in my day. Thank you. The follow up emails were great and I loved the quotes you shared. You are such an inspiring teacher! - Sharon
Found all the classes great & have been using to destress as caregiver to a Parkinson patient.
- Sondra
These have been such a help to my mind and body that it's been remarkable. Also, they've been absolutely delightful to attend. - Andrea
100% of Attendees responded they learned a technique they could practice right away. You can benefit too!
Resources:
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Insight Timer is a Mindfulness & Meditation App that has over 20,000 FREE practices. I am published there & have Mindfulness practices for you to try. Click here to visit my site.
Greater Good in Action is a website from UC Berkley that has great articles, tips & practices. Click here. UCLA Mindful & Awareness Research Center has a great website, too. Click here to be directed to it. The University of Massachusetts Center for Mindfulness also has a nice site. Click here. |
Helpful books:
If you prefer a magazine, Mindful is a nice publication & they also have a website that is a good resource. Click here to be directed there. |
I hope you find these resources helpful.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
