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MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction is a way to use your
mind and body to do what no one else can do for you; take
charge of your health, and feel more in control of your
life. Through instruction and practice you will
systematically learn skills that can increase your ability
to relax, improve your ability to cope more effectively
with stressful situations, and enhance your ability to cope
with pain. Other benefits have included greater energy,
improved self-esteem, and a sense of well-being. Being mindful is becoming aware of how we react to both
internal and external experiences. Our minds race on all
day long with or without our conscious attention. Difficult
circumstances in our lives can upset and anger us. Learning
to purposefully pay attention to what goes on in our mind
and body affords us the opportunity to choose how to
respond.
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Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction can help if
you suffer from:
- job, family or personal stress
- excessive worry, anxiety or panic
- headaches
- depression
- chronic pain or fatigue
- fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome
- heart disease, high blood pressure
- sleep disturbances
- or if you simply feel your life is "out of control"
or "not in balance"
Your will learn to:
- recognize your signs of stress
- communicate more effectively
- understand how thoughts can increase or decrease
stress
- manage your stress in the moment
- build self-confidence
- practice mindfulness meditation, gentle yoga and
relaxation techniques
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PROGRAM SPECIFICS
An initial, individual interview with the program
facilitator is required. The program provides
instruction in simple mindfulness meditation techniques,
gentle stretching and relaxation, and utilizes CDs,
workbook, reading materials, and skill-building exercises. Eight weekly 2-hour
group sessions are scheduled. Please
contact Char Wilkins for additional information.
Program Brochure (pdf)
Begins Wednesday, February 10, 2010, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm, 8
sessions
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