mindful business
Evidenced-Based Mindfulness & Meditation Classes for Mental Health & Wellbeing
Mental health care, backed by science
"There's no more important action today's CEOs can take than investing in the mental health of their teams. It's not only the right thing to do, but it's also beneficial to the bottom line." - Russell Glass, CEO, Headspace
WHY MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION:
Since 2000, the number of scientific studies on mindfulness has increased significantly. As a result of these studies, valuable insights about both the effects of mindfulness and the underlying mechanisms have emerged. These studies have shown that the effects of mindfulness cannot be attributed simply to relaxation, but also to complex processes, like attention regulation, emotional coping, observation, and time perspective.
This training was developed to systematically increase mindfulness not only through mindfulness practice but also by considering the underlying mechanisms of mindfulness. For instance, in addition to practicing meditation, this training also answers questions like: “What happens when I meditate?”, “Why does meditation help reduce the effect of negative thoughts?”, “Why should I become aware of judgments I make?”. Understanding the underlying mechanisms makes it easier to apply mindfulness in a wide range of contexts and counteracts the misconception that mindfulness is a trick or technique rather than a way of being.
The combination of the practice and the psychology behind mindfulness has been proven very helpful for many people. After completing this training, participants have learned to integrate mindfulness into their daily lives and have gained a deep understanding of the essence of the construct itself.
There are no prerequisites for this course.
HOW IT WORKS:
Select one, or more classes below for your business.
Time Duration: Each class runs for 55 minutes and can be adjusted for your business needs.
Where: At your office, or online via Zoom.
Investment: $250 (*class of 15 students. Additional students are $25 each).
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Dress comfortably, and wear loose-fitting clothing. Cushions and bolsters are provided. Chairs are suggested for those who cannot sit comfortably on the floor. Bring a water bottle, journal, and pen.
Topics Explored
attention and the now
The objective of this session is to familiarise participants with the two most important building blocks of mindfulness; attention and the present moment. At the heart of mindfulness is the cultivation of attention to the present moment.
2. automaticity
The goal of this session is to clarify the relationship between mindfulness and automaticity. The reason for this session to be at the beginning of the training is because most problems that people experience involve automatic patterns or habits. Without becoming aware of these patterns, change is difficult if not impossible.
3. JUDGMENT
An important element of mindfulness is “open awareness”. Open awareness refers to a quality of consciousness that is not evaluative or actively shaped by pre-existing ideas or intentions, but is fully receptive to allowing the experience to simply occur “as it is”. In this session, open awareness is introduced by addressing the evaluative nature of the mind.
4. acceptance
The goal of this session is to introduce the concept of acceptance. Mindfulness promotes an accepting stance towards experiences. Rather than fighting or avoiding experiences, mindfulness requires the willingness to experience them. Acceptance, however, is a complex and paradoxical construct. This session aims to clarify the essence of acceptance by learning to apply acceptance to difficult emotions and by explaining the goal of acceptance.
5. Goals
An excessive focus on the future is perhaps one of the most common obstacles to the cultivation of mindful awareness. The default mode for many people is a “doing mode” that is constantly focused on reaching goals and the future. In this session, mindfulness is introduced as the key to finding a balance between being in the present moment and planning for the future. Participants will experience the pitfalls of an excessive future focus and explore the benefits of a grateful relationship with the present moment.
6. Compassion
In this session, participants become acquainted with their inner critic and learn how to effectively cultivate a friendly and caring relationship with the self by increasing awareness of the inner critic and practicing self-compassion through meditation and self-caring action.
7. the ego
The goal of this session is to clarify the relationship between mindfulness and the self. At the deepest level, mindfulness practice cultivates a different relationship with the self. The observing stance that becomes stronger after repeated and consistent mindfulness practice allows participants to take a step back from all kinds of thoughts, including identity-related thoughts.
5. Journaling
Journaling invites individuals to embark on a journey of self-exploration and personal growth through the act of writing. These classes provide structured guidance and creative prompts, encouraging participants to delve into their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. By putting their thoughts on paper, individuals gain valuable insights into their own psyche, cultivate self-awareness, and develop a deeper understanding of their lives.
6. breath & body
By exploring different breathing methods, individuals gain a deeper understanding of the mind-body connection and how breath influences their state of mind. Breathing classes provide a tranquil and nurturing environment, allowing participants to practice and refine their techniques, leading to increased vitality and inner balance. This class offers valuable tools for managing everyday stress and can be a gateway to improved overall wellness.
