The MBSR Course

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• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
• A Course in Compassionate Self-Awareness
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A Course in Compassionate Self-Awareness

Mindfulness may be thought of as a large container -- so spacious individually and collectively that it can embrace all realms of human experience -- thoughts, feelings, images and body sensations -- with acceptance and self-allowance. In this setting the MBSR course offers:

• 8 2.5-3 hour weekly classes
• An additional day-long mindfulness retreat
• Guided instruction on
  • sitting meditation
  • body scan
  • very gentle hatha yoga
  • walking meditation
• Interactive class discussion
• Interactive mindful communication
• Discussion of stress physiology
• Readings in class
• Workbooks and 4 CD's
• References and educational resources

Appropriate accommodations are made for anyone with physical disabilities. Homework consists of a minimum of 45 minutes daily practice with guided meditation CDs (which may be used or not) and workbooks provided. In addition to setting aside time for formal practice, informal practice of mindfulness throughout the day is also encouraged. It is very important to make a commitment to attend all the classes and maintain regular home practice.