Tuesdays 12:00-1:00
May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2024*
Instructor: Heather Frederick
This four-session program is tailored for higher education professionals seeking to integrate mindfulness into their lives. Research indicates that mindfulness leads to r
educed stress, improved decision-making, enhanced creativity, and fosters a positive work environment conducive to collaboration and effective communication.
With an introduction to mindfulness and meditation, participants delve into understanding and working with emotions, and progress to embracing lovingkindness practices. The course culminates with practical strategies for seamlessly integrating mindfulness into daily routines, empowering participants to cultivate mindful presence in all aspects of their lives.
*Session limited to 15.
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SESSION OVERVIEW
Session 1: May 7, 2024 – Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
This class will introduce participants to the practice of mindfulness meditation. An introductory guided meditation that focuses on mindfulness of breath and body will be provided
Session 2: May 14, 2024 – Embracing our Humanity: Holding Space and Working with Emotions
Building on the previous class that focused on mindfulness of breath and body, this class will build on continued mindfulness practices with a focus on emotions. Strategies will be introduced that incorporate compassionate responses when working with emotions. An introduction to the acronym RAIN (Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture) will also be included along with a guided meditation to practice.
Session 3: May 21 – Wisdom of the Heart: An Introduction to Metta or Lovingkindness Practice
This course will introduce the practice of Metta or Lovingkindness in mindfulness meditation. This will include an introduction to the concept of lovingkindness and how we can incorporate both compassion and loving kindness into our daily lives. A guided loving kindness meditation will be included to build on this concept.
Session 4: May 28 – Bringing Mindfulness Meditation into Daily Life
The final class will summarize previous practices with a focus on how to incorporate mindfulness meditation into daily living. This will include strategies that can assist with mindful presence in all our interactions. A guided meditation that builds on previous practices will be provided.
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