THE PRACTICE OF MINDFULNESS IN TURBULENT TIMES

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Date(s) - 10/12/2020
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Mindfulness as a word, idea, and practice, has never been more visible in our culture.  However, the fundamental tenets of mindfulness are often misunderstood as “just another self-help technique”, or “touchy feely therapy.” This program will explore the historical foundations of mindfulness, the practice of meditation, and the practical tools with which we can bring mindfulness to our everyday lives, relationships, and challenges.  Our morning will consist of some lecture, dialogue, and exercises that explore the nature of awareness, and how we perceive and engage with one another and the world.   Fee:  $25

Facilitator:  Wayland H. Iverson (BA, MA, MAT, CMT-P) is a mindfulness coach and facilitator working with at-risk populations.  Currently he is certified to teach Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and has professional teaching certification through the Engaged Mindfulness Institute.  He is also a member of the International Mindfulness Teachers Association (IMTA).  Previously he worked as a Juvenile Probation Officer in Chicago, and taught art.