6 sessions and 1 morning of a mindful meditation and Sophrologie retreat morning. Each session is 1.5 hours on a Saturday. Week 1: introduction - Saturday 16th July at 11am Provide ground rules, e.g. confidentiality, being on time, respecting others, etc Definition of mindfulness and science behind mindfulness Describing awareness and being on autopilot - use […]
Week 2: gathering the scattered mind - Saturday 23rd July at 11am Explain why mind scattering happens and why we problem solve Breath as anchor practice Mindful movement and walking Noticing emotional discomfort 3 step breathing exercise, being aware, gathering and expanding Homework: mindful movement on 3 days, body scan on 3 days, 10 min […]
Week 3: recognizing reactions - Saturday 30th July at 11am Explain 1st and 2nd level stressors (stress and response to stress) Learning to respond and not react Stress reaction cycle 3 step breathing Intro to seated meditation Homework: 3 days mindful movement, 3 days sitting meditation, 3 step breathing, noticing stress,stress reactions, review of progress
