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SUMMARY:Stress Reduction and Mindfulness Training
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Wellness Center offers monthly workshops\, based on the teachings of the MBSR program by Jon Kabat-Zinn. The workshops take place on the 3rd Sunday of each month. ( excluding July & August) and run throughout all of 2019. Each class is $50\, and runs from 11-3PM.                                        In addition to following the MBSR teachings\, we also have time for formal practice and group discussion. \nThese classes are facilitated by Andi D. RMT/ CYT/CMF \nFor further information and exact dates please go to www.andid.ca or www.facebook.com/AndiD
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/stress-reduction-and-mindfulness-training
LOCATION:Mountain Wellness Centre\, 437 Concession St\, Hamilton
ORGANIZER;CN="Andi D":MAILTO:andidrmt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191001T183000
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SUMMARY:Mindful Living Group
DESCRIPTION:With a nod to fall\, this 6-week mindfulness program\, is an opportunity for reflection after a season of activity. It is designed for those who already have a foundation in mindfulness.  The sessions will offer time for deep\, restorative practice\, as well as the opportunity to reflect on aspects of life that you would like to improve.\n\nThe 90 minute sessions are held at a private studio in west Hamilton.  Group size is limited to 6 participants.\n\nAnna Taneburgo\, B.S.W.\, M.Ed.\, R.S.W. has taught numerous mindfulness courses to hundreds of health care professionals at Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University\, as well as to community members through her private practice.\n\nTo ensure that this program can meet your needs\, please contact Anna at annataneburgo@gmail.com
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-living-group
LOCATION:TBA Hamilton/Burlington\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Anna Taneburgo":MAILTO:annataneburgo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191016T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T093100
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness is a non-judgmental way of paying attention to the present moment. Cognitive therapy is designed to interrupt habitual negative thoughts. Combined\, Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy increases our awareness of situational reactions\, so we can choose to respond in more skillful ways. \n \nJamie has been a mental health counsellor\, therapist and rehabilitation specialist for over 11 years helping individuals struggling to recover from events that have interrupted their lives \nShe is a Certified Mindful Self Compassion (MSC) teacher and achieved her Certificate at Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work UofT / ADV Teaching FACL Certificate Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy \nShe is passionate about helping others improve their psychological\, emotional\, spiritual and physical well-being and is excited to bring this program to Brantford \nSessions 1-8:  Wednesday 9:30am – 12:30pm                 Oct 16 – Dec 4\, 2019 Facilitators:   Jamie McCarthy Janet Glancy\nFee: $495 (includes retreat) \nModo Yoga \n53 Dalhousie St \nBrantford ON \n519 729 YOGA (9642) \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-based-cognitive-therapy
LOCATION:Modo Yoga\, 53 Dalhousie st\, Brantford ontario\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T160000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Retreat "Embracing Change" by Carla Waites
DESCRIPTION:About this Event \nGift yourself with this time to experience stillness and calm\, to deepen and refresh your mindfulness practice\, to just be. \nThe peaceful beauty of this facility and the surrounding area plus the support of kindred spirits will nurture you in this day of self-care\, rejuvenation and reflection. \nJoin Carla\, a certified Mindfulness facilitator\, for a day of mindfulness practices including guided meditations and visualizations\, an energizing qi gong session with Leslie Macmillan\, mindful eating\, nature walks and a gentle yoga session with Kari Kalisz. \nThis retreat is suitable for all levels of mindfulness experience. A home-cooked vegetarian lunch plus snacks and coffee/tea are included. \nTo ensure a quality experience for everyone\, registration is limited. \nDate And Time \nSun\, 20 October 2019 \n10:00 AM – 4:00 PM EDT \nAdd to Calendar \nLocation \nSt. Brigid’s Villa at Ignatius Jesuit Centre \nHwy 6 \nGuelph\, ON N1H 1G8 \nView Map \nRefund Policy \nRefunds up to 7 days before event \nEventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable. \nOrganizer Carla Waites \nOrganizer of Mindfulness Retreat “Embracing Change” \nCarla is a certified facilitator with MindfulnessEveryday.org and founder of “Peace\, Love and Ruby Shoes”\, offering mindfulness presentations\, workshops and retreats. Since retiring after 30 years of classroom teaching with the Waterloo Region District School Board\, Carla has taught mindfulness practices to students from Grade 2 to Grade 12 as well as Mindful stress management and resiliency techniques to Educators. \nContact Carla Waites at carlawaites24@gmail.com or at 226-791-8788 for more information. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mindfulness-retreat-embracing-change-tickets-72096724243
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-retreat-embracing-change-by-carla-waites
LOCATION:St. Brigid’s Villa at Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, Hwy 6\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191217T130000
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Learn to manage difficulty with kindness and ease. \n \nJamie has been a mental health counsellor\, therapist and rehabilitation specialist for over 11 years helping individuals struggling to recover from events that have interrupted their lives \nShe is a Certified Mindful Self Compassion (MSC) teacher and achieved her Certificate at Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work UofT / ADV Teaching FACL Certificate Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy \nShe is passionate about helping others improve their psychological\, emotional\, spiritual and physical well-being and is excited to bring this program to Brantford \nDates of Program: Tuesdays 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm \nOct  22nd to Dec 17th \nFacilitators: Jamie McCarthy and Jan Glancy \nMaterials provided-  Fee $480 \nSpace is limited. Call to reserve your place call 905 869 5110 \nParking on street or behind the Centre
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-6
LOCATION:Regent Health and Chiropractor Centre\, 150 Locke St. S\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4A9
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191103T160000
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SUMMARY:Mindful Stillness Leading to Creativity by Carla Waites
DESCRIPTION:About this Event \nJoin Michele and Carla for a day of silence\, stillness and creative expression at the beautiful\, peaceful surroundings of St. Brigid’s Villa at the Ignatius Jesuit Centre. \nParticipate in guided meditations and visualizations\, nature walks\, and express your creativity by making art using natural materials of rocks and trees. Michele believes that art is part of us and we should be more conscious of the impact beauty has on our lives. \nLunch\, snacks and coffee/tea are included. As are all art materials. \nPlease dress for the weather as we will be outside for a portion of the day. Bring a refillable water bottle. \nCarla Waites is a facilitator of SMARTinEducation courses (stress management and resiliency techniques)and offers mindfulness presentations\, workshops and retreats. \nMichele Kleinschuck is a Visual Arts Specialist and educator with WRDSB. She is the current president of the Ontario Art Education Association (OAEA). \nContact Carla Waites at carlawaites24@gmail.com or at 226-791-8788 for more information. \nDate And Time \nSun\, 3 November 2019 \n10:00 AM – 3:30 PM ES \nLocation \nSt. Brigid’s Villa at Ignatius Jesuit Centre \nHwy 6 \nGuelph\, ON N1H 1G8 \nRefund Policy \nRefunds up to 7 days before event \n  \n$80
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-stillness-leading-to-creativity-by-carla-waites
LOCATION:St. Brigid’s Villa at Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, Hwy 6\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191115T210000
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SUMMARY:Sit & Sip: A Meditation Social at Redchurch Cafe + Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Invite your senses to open as you explore the warmth of seasonal drinks in a relaxed setting with new and old friends before settling in for a comforting guided meditation surrounded by local art work.\n\n  \nRedchurch Cafe & Gallery and Lilli Markle welcome you to the first Sit & Sip event\, where you will enjoy a seasonal warm drink or refreshing cocktail in the cafe space before finding your way back to the gallery for a cozy guided meditation experience. \nThe doors will be open starting at 7pm\nMeditation program begins at 8pm\nEvent ends at 9pm \nRegistration in advance is required. There is a $25 entry fee which includes one drink ticket per person. Additional food and drink may be purchased in the cafe at your convenience. \nAbout Your Hosts\nLilli Markle\nLilli Markle\, a Canadian-raised citizen of the globe\, has been a student of yoga\, meditation and bodywork for 10 years and a teacher for five. Lilli is a 200hr Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with designations in various movement\, meditation and healing modalities\, including Thai Massage and Ayurvedic Bodywork through the Sunshine Network\, Integrative Restoration (iRest)\, Franklin Method and Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analysis. \nFinding her way into the wellness field as a recovering ballet dancer\, Lilli discovered how these practices brought a new found awareness\, healing and curiosity surrounding her body and mind. She hopes to inspire her students’ own curiosity both on and off the mat. Lilli teaches public and private yoga and meditation\, drawing from hatha\, vinyasa\, restorative and yin yoga as well as Zen and Vedic meditation styles. She also offers workshops\, retreats\, corporate wellness consulting and thai bodywork. \nMore info about Lilli can be found on her website (https://www.lillimarkle.com/) and on Instagram (@lillimarkle). \nRedchurch Cafe & Gallery\nRedchurch is a favourite of many artists\, business owners and local Hamiltonians alike\, located in the heart of downtown in Gore Park\, serving specialty coffee\, teas\, juices\, smoothies\, craft beer\, prosecco\, house-created cocktails\, baked goods and freshly prepared breakfast and lunch daily. Redchurch has partnered with The Assembly Gallery\, a local artist-run contemporary art co-op\, to showcase special events and international art exhibitions. \nMore info about Redchurch can be found on their website (https://www.redchurchcafe.com/) and on Instagram (@redchurchcafe).
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/sit-sip-a-meditation-social-at-redchurch-cafe-gallery
LOCATION:Redchurch Cafe and Gallery\, 68 King Street East\, Hamilton\, ON\, L8N 1A6\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Lilli Markle":MAILTO:hello@lillimarkle.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191125T190000
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SUMMARY:POP UP EVENT! Learn how to become more mindful on Nov 25
DESCRIPTION:Join McMaster Continuing Education and Hoame\, North America’s largest modern meditation studio\, for a unique pop-up experience that will teach you how to be mindfully present in today’s modern world. \nWhat day?  \n\nNovember 25\, 2019\n\nWhat time and where? \n\nSession 1: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM at McMaster University\, MUSC Marketplace\nSession 2: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at McMaster University Continuing Education\, One James North\, Room 110\n\nThis event is FREE! No registration is required to attend\, and no supplies are needed. We look forward to having you join us!
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/pop-up-event-learn-how-to-become-more-mindful-on-nov-25
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200108T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200115T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191210T212309Z
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SUMMARY:MINDFUL SELF COMPASSION  8 WEEK COURSE   JAN 8 TO FEB 26\, 2020
DESCRIPTION:8 Weekly classes and one half day course retreat \nWednesdays Jan 8 to Feb 26\, 2020    5:30pm – 8:30pm \nCourse Retreat: Feb 8\, 2020   9:30am – 1:30pm \nMelrose United Church\, 86 Homewood Ave\, Hamilton \nTeachers: Natalie Sobel\, MSW\, RSW and Mary Linda Burgess\, MSW\, RSW \nEarly Bird Discount: Register by Dec 20\, 2019:  $425;    After Dec 20\, 2019:: $475 \nTo Register: send e-mail to: info@mindfulselfcompassionhamilton.ca \nsee website for details: www.mindfulselfcompassionhamilton.ca \nAfter participating in this workshop\, you’ll be able to: \nPractice self-compassion in daily life\nUnderstand the empirically-supported benefits of self-compassion\nMotivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism\nHandle difficult emotions with greater ease\nTransform challenging relationships\, old and new\nManage caregiver fatigue\nPractice the art of savoring and self-appreciation \nMSC is primarily a compassion training program rather than mindfulness training; although\, mindfulness is the foundation of self-compassion. No previous experience or training with mindfulness required. \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-8-week-course-jan-8-to-feb-26-2020
LOCATION:Melrose United Church\, 86 Homewood Avenue\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P2M2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200310T203000
DTSTAMP:20191228T015748Z
CREATED:20191228T015748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191228T015748Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program - Niagara Region REGISTER NOW
DESCRIPTION:JAN 2020 ******NIAGARA REGION WILL BE OFFERING \nA MINDFULNESS BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR) PROGRAM \nLOCATION: The Village Hall Sanctuary 176 Elm Street\, Port Colborne \nTuesday Evenings 6:30-8:30 pm \nStarting Jan 20-Mar 10-2020 \n8 week series + 4 hour silent retreat. This 8 week experiential program with Kelly and Jen develops in participants a foundation in mindfulness practice. \nThe program begins with an Orientation Session scheduled on Jan 7 at 6:30 pm\, followed by 22 hours of direct instruction\, including a meditation  retreat and daily home practices. \nMBSR is an 8-week\, once weekly\, group program that was developed in 1979\, by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn and associates at the University of Massachusetts Centre for Mindfulness in Medicine\, Healthcare and Society. The curriculum is based on the emerging field of Mind-Body Medicine and as a result\, MBSR is now an internationally acclaimed program with a growing body of research supporting its efficacy and potential benefits for a variety of populations. \nThrough intentional training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction strategies\, participants will learn to mobilize their own inner resources to activate learning\, growth and healing while increasing emotional regulation and enhancing self-care and interpersonal relationships. \nDates and Times:\n1 orientation session (mandatory) on Tuesday Jan 7th\, 2020 at 630 pm \nFollowed by 8 weekly sessions beginning Tuesday\, Jan 20th\, 2020 to Mar 10\, 2020. \nSessions are from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. \n4 hrs Mindful Awakening Retreat \nRegistration\n$220.00 per person (save 20.00 if you register before Jan 7th\, 2020)\, includes 1 orientation session\, 8 weekly classes\, Mindful Awakening Retreat\, online access to PDF and MP3 downloads of guided meditations for home practice. \nMaximum number of participants: 18 students \nTo Register or ask Questions contact Kelly & Jen @  kjminfulnessliving@gmail.com 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-mbsr-program-niagara-region-register-now
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200406T210000
DTSTAMP:20200112T233811Z
CREATED:20200112T233507Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion: Cultivating the Skill of Self-Compassion  - an 8 week course
DESCRIPTION:Learn the core principles and practices that enable you to respond in difficult moments in life with kindness\, care and understanding. \nFeb 3 2020 – April 6 2020 \nMondays 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM + retreat \nFOR MORE INFO CALL OR EMAIL \nJamie McCarthy \ninfo@mutualhelp.ca \n905 869 5110
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-cultivating-the-skill-of-self-compassion-an-8-week-course
LOCATION:438 Concession St Hamilton On L9A 1C2\, 438 Concession St\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L9A 1C2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie McCarthy":MAILTO:info@mutualhelp.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200425T170000
DTSTAMP:20191230T141939Z
CREATED:20191227T194317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191230T141939Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self Compassion 8 session course
DESCRIPTION:  \nMindful Self Compassion is an empirically-supported\, 8 session\, training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion and is based on the groundbreaking research of Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Christopher Germer. \nMindful Self Compassion enables you to: \n\nPractice self-compassion in daily life\nUnderstand the empirically supported benefits of self-compassion\nMotivate yourself with kindness versus criticism\nHandle difficult emotions with greater ease\nTransform challenging relationships\, old and new\nManage caregiver fatigue\nPractice the art of savoring and self-appreciation\n\nWhat to Expect During the Program \nCourse activities include meditation\, short talks\, experiential exercises\, small and large group discussion and home practices. MSC teachers are committed to providing a safe and supportive  environment for this process to unfold and to making the journey interesting and helpful for everyone. Studies confirm that practicing Self Compassion results in less stress\, anxiety and depression; maintenance of healthy habits like diet and exercise as well as more relational satisfaction! \nNo previous experience with mindfulness or meditation is required to attend MSC \nINSTRUCTORS \nBarbara Smith MFA\, MS psych\, RP\, Trained MSC Teacher for 5 years \nSally Dwyer MS\, RP\, Trained MSC Teacher \nMarch 14 & 21st 9:30-12:30 \nApril 4\, 11 & 18 9:30-3:30 \nApril 25 2-5:00 \nFor more information or to register: please bsmiththerapist@gmail.com\, sallydwyer@protonmail.com or info@mindfulselfcompassionhamilton.ca \nEarly Bird $425.00 before March 1st\, $475 after March 1st \nThe cost of the course may be covered by third-party insurance. \nContinuing Education Units (CEU’s) are also offered. Check with your workplace/college.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-8-session-course
LOCATION:Melrose United Church\, 86 Homewood Ave\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Smith":MAILTO:info@mindfulselfcompassion.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200316T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200316T200000
DTSTAMP:20200310T021907Z
CREATED:20200310T021907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200310T021907Z
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SUMMARY:MEDITATION MONDAYS
DESCRIPTION:Let us sit together and quiet the mind. Let us explore the nature of the “True Self”\, through practice\,( insight based meditation and mindfulness training)  audio/Video presentation and discussion\, we join together and take refuge in the Buddha\, the Dharma and the Sangha. \nAll are welcome\, experienced and inexperienced. (payment is in the tradition of “Dana” or generosity\, charity or giving of alms.) \nWe meet every Monday at Mountain Wellness Centre and we also stream live online via our zoom page. Go to www.andid.ca to join live\, or in person at 437 Concession St. 2nd floor
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/meditation-mondays
LOCATION:Mountain Wellness Centre\, 437 Concession St\, Hamilton
ORGANIZER;CN="Andi D":MAILTO:andidrmt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T153000
DTSTAMP:20200121T000611Z
CREATED:20200121T000611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200121T000611Z
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SUMMARY:Unpacking Dream Images & Symbols: for our healing and wholeness
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 21\, 2020 \n9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. \nat Crieff Hills Retreat Centre\, 7098 Concession 1\, Puslinch\, Ontario www.crieffhills.com \nCost: $125.00 includes lunch \nRegistration Deadline: January 31\, 2020 \nIn this workshop we will: \n\nexplore the meaning of your dreams as a path to awareness\nengage in active imagination – the language of dreams\nhave an opportunity to play with your own dream images and symbols\n\nFacilitators:\nMarybeth Leis Druery is a spiritual companion and staff resource person of Student Open Circles at McMaster University in Hamilton\, www.StudentOpenCircles.com. She explores\, with students\, mindfulness and spirituality in all of life\, through creative expression such as art and movement.\nMiriam Frey is a spiritual companion and coordinator of Ontario Jubilee\, a program that trains spiritual companions www.ontariojubilee.ca. She has been a student and teacher of dreams for over 30 years. \nIf you have questions\, contact the facilitators: Marybeth Leis Druery at leismb@mcmaster.ca (bio: www.marybethleisdruery.ca/pages/about/ ) or Miriam Frey at ontjubilee@gmail.com (bio: www.jubileeassociates.ca/miriam-frey/) \nTo Register (deadline January 31): contact Kathryn at admin@ontariojubilee.ca \nFor the one-page flyer\, click here: Dream workshop flyer 2020
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/unpacking-dream-images-symbols-for-our-healing-and-wholeness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200329T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200329T170000
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SUMMARY:Trauma Workshop: How\, and the 5 W's
DESCRIPTION:SolSalutation is honoured to present: \nTruama: How\, and the 5 W’s \n“If you are experiencing strange symptoms that no one seems to be able to explain\,\nthey could be arising from a traumatic reaction to a past event that you may not even remember.\nYou are not alone. You are not crazy.”\nPeter Levine\, Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma \nThis workshop is intended to provide an understanding of trauma\, and how it affects us.\nYoga\, meditation\, and breathing exercises will be incorporated throughout the session to aid in a pathway towards awareness and growth.\nNo experience necessary.  All ages welcome. \nThe afternoon will consist of teachings and movement through yoga. \n$40.00 for the afternoon. \nContact: Michelle Baldin\, E-RYT 300\, Certified Meditation Facilitator\nsolsalutation@outlook.com \nPayments to: solsalutation@outlook.com \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/trauma-workshop-how-and-the-5-ws
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200401T190000
DTSTAMP:20200210T194948Z
CREATED:20200210T194948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200210T194948Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This 8-week course\, based on the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program\, provides a solid grounding in the basic skills of mindfulness meditation\, helping to reduce stress\, quiet the mind and develop the ability to be present and at ease with life as it unfolds in each moment of experience. The course includes instruction and support with establishing a stable meditation practice\, and cultivating mindfulness in everyday life. \nIncludes a one-day (6-hour) retreat\, to help integrate the teachings and the practice\, to be held near the end of the course on a Sunday (date to be determined). \nDates: April 1-May 27\, 2020 (no class May 6) \nTime: Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. \nLocation: Waterloo Riverview Dharma Centre\, 55 Erb St. E. #108\, Waterloo ON \nCost: $225 (bursary support available) \nContact: info@wrdharmacentre.com or 519-880-1299 \nThe Waterloo Riverview Dharma Centre is a not-for-profit registered charitable organization.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/introduction-to-meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T064500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200604T200000
DTSTAMP:20210112T214524Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Hamilton on line Zoom Meditation Group meeting: every other Thursday
DESCRIPTION:6:45                        Gather and greet \n7:00 – 8:00           Meditation and discussion \nThere is a group of Mindfulness Hamilton members who lead the meditations and facilitate the group. \nThe format varies from week to week but will usually consist of a number of guided meditations\, sometimes seated\, sometimes moving\, and discussion and questions and answers. \nParticipants vary from people completely new to meditation to experienced meditators. \nDue to low attendance of the Zoom sessions\, we are suspending them as of the end of Jan 2021. \nWe hope to resume in person weekly meditation sessions once it is safe to do so\, either the fall of 2021 or later.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-hamilton-on-line-zoom-meditation-group-meeting/2020-06-04
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T200000
DTSTAMP:20200605T215741Z
CREATED:20200605T185519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T215741Z
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SUMMARY:TED Talk with Daron Larson on Mindfulness and the Covid Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:Long time student and teacher\, Daron Larson is presenting a Ted Talk this next Tuesday\, June 9th evening. It will be live\, free\, and online. It’s the first salon event hosted by the TEDxColumbus organization. They’ve invited Daron and another speaker\, Doris Korda to kick things off. Daron will be talking about how current events help reveal the potential for mindfulness to help people navigate uncertainty and difficult emotions. He plans to emphasize how “the monastery comes to us” — as Shinzen says — and how this can be an opportunity to strengthen our resilience and recognize our shared humanity. When: Tuesday\, June 9 starting at 7 p.m. EST Topic: Growing Minds They will be hosting two past TEDxColumbus speakers\, Doris Korda and Daron Larson. They will discuss their previous talks and how the ideas they shared then relate to our changing world. Check out their talks! Doris Korda – How to do school better Daron Larson – Don’t try to be mindful  To Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yZt_8LcnTLm3IkfaMOoHIw     Read more HERE \n\n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/ted-talk-with-daron-larson-on-mindfulness-and-the-covid-pandemic
LOCATION:ON LINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T200000
DTSTAMP:20210121T194037Z
CREATED:20200831T130933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T194037Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Hamilton on line Zoom Meditation Group meeting: every other Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:6:45                        Gather and greet \n7:00 – 8:00           Meditation and discussion \nThere is a group of Mindfulness Hamilton members who lead the meditations and facilitate the group. \nThe format varies from week to week but will usually consist of a number of guided meditations\, sometimes seated\, sometimes moving\, and discussion and questions and answers. \nParticipants vary from people completely new to meditation to experienced meditators. \nPeople who have expressed an interest will be sent a Zoom invitation. \nDue to low attendance of the Zoom sessions\, we are suspending them as of the end of Jan 2021. \nWe hope to resume in person weekly meditation sessions once it is safe to do so\, either the fall of 2021 or later.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-hamilton-on-line-zoom-meditation-group-meetings/2020-06-09
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T124500
DTSTAMP:20200609T020302Z
CREATED:20200609T020302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200609T020302Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness nuggets for challenging times Free on line teacher-led meditation sessions
DESCRIPTION:To offer community support\, the teachers at The Mindfulness Centre offer free\, drop-in\, teacher-led online meditation sessions to help us remain grounded and present in these unprecedented COVID times. \nDr. S. Treyvaud\, Dr. Linda Macdonald\, Dr. Jackie Ang and Marlene Van Esch\, MSW \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-nuggets-for-challenging-times-free-on-line-teacher-led-meditation-sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200630T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200630T180000
DTSTAMP:20200626T192605Z
CREATED:20200624T213915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T192605Z
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SUMMARY:8-Session Making Friends With Yourself  Online - (Ages 11-13)~(Grades 6-8) Tues. /Thur. 4:00 – 6:00 EDT
DESCRIPTION:Making Friends with Yourself (MFY) is a program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion in teens ages 11-13. MFY teaches core principals and practice that enable the young person to respond to the challenges of these critical years with kindness and compassion. \nAdolescence is a time of change and growth. It is the period reserved for rebellion and self-discovery\, but as the demands of life increase for teens \, this time is often fraught with confusion\, anxiety or depression. For many teens these challenges led to disconnection. \nIn this course\, which meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays for two hours a day\, teens engage in developmentally appropriate activities and carefully crafted practices and meditations\, which provide them with the opportunity to learn how to navigate the emotional ups and downs of life with greater ease. Backed by research\, findings indicate increases in emotional well-being and greater resilence after taking the course. \nFollowing in the footsteps of the adult MSC program\, MFY is rooted in the three key components of self-compassion: self-kindness\, common humanity\, and mindful\, balanced awareness. These elements serve to open the hearts of teens to their own suffering\, so they can learn to give themselves what they truly need\, recognize they are not alone in their suffering\, and encourage an open-minded acceptance of the struggle they are facing. \nQuotes from young people who completed our Spring MFY ONLINE: \n“I didn’t know about these practices and they really helped. I’ve been really happy lately.” \n“my take away is being kind to myself and to saying good things to me too.” \n“Mindfulness and self-compassion equals living in the moment.” \n“I’m learning to love myself more.” \n“My take aways …soothing touch\, tracing your palm… I can change how I feel and think and saying words to yourself that you might say to a friend.” \n“Really liked the Compassionate Friend practice…learned a lot … also knowing I am able to go to a safe place.”
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/8-session-making-friends-with-yourself-online-ages-11-13grades-6-8-tues-thur-400-600-edt
LOCATION:ON LINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200922T200000
DTSTAMP:20200903T213629Z
CREATED:20200628T233923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200903T213629Z
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SUMMARY:A Taste of Mindfulness  - A free introductory workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive one-hour workshop\, participants will be introduced to the basic principles of mindfulness and mindfulness practice. The content is grounded in neuroscience and psychology\, with practical tips and techniques that can be readily applied to daily life\, helping to improve mental focus\, emotional resilience\, and increase overall wellbeing. A Taste of Mindfulness is geared towards a broad audience. Prior knowledge of mindfulness or experience with mindfulness practice is not required. \nThis workshop provides a taste of Colin’s 8 week experiential program – The Art of Mindfulness: which is based on the world class Search Inside Yourself series\, developed by Google\, which is designed to help individuals develop emotional intelligence\, resilience and cultivate skillful mental habits by learning how the mind and emotions function \nColin De France (  mindfulbreath.ca ) has a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology\, minoring in Food Science from the University of Guelph. He spent the first 25 years of his working career\, as a senior manager\, consultant\, entrepreneur\, and business owner in the food industry. \nAbout 10 years ago\, Colin began a personal journey of self-discovery with an exploration of the practices of meditation and yoga. He has advanced teaching certifications in classical yoga and meditation\, and is a certified Thai yoga massage therapist. \nTeaching mindfulness evolved as a natural extension of his personal practice and formal yoga training. \nColin has conducted mindfulness workshops publicly and for large and small corporations\, as well as running workshops and yoga programs for underprivileged youth in his community. \nIn his experience\, Colin has learned that it is not what we do\, how we look\, or what we have that impacts the quality of our lives\, but rather the level of involvement and awareness we choose to live with. \nMindfulness\, meditation and yoga have been a major part of Colin’s journey and success. Giving back\, Colin’s desire is to share the tools and techniques for wellbeing with as many people as possible. \nPre-registration is required by getting a ticket at Event Brite .
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/a-taste-of-mindfulness-a-free-introductory-workshop
LOCATION:ON LINE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T193000
DTSTAMP:20200902T154431Z
CREATED:20200830T214036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T154431Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self Compassion Hamilton 6 week on-line course
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Self Compassion 6 week on-line course;                                                                                                                                                                                            Wednesdays Oct 7 to Nov 11\, 2020 6:00 pm to 7:30pm                                                                                                                                                                                                TO REGISTER: e-mail Natalie Sobel at: natalie.msc@bell.net                                                                                                                                                                                      TEACHERS: Natalie Sobel and Mary Linda Burgess are both trained MSC teachers and trained on-line MSC teachers;\nREGISTRATION FEE: Special registration rate for this course in response to impacts of covid pandemic: $150 (saving of $325) Registration will close on Sept 30\, 2020.\nThis course is enrollment dependent. We recommend early registration. Space is limited.\nDiscount for returning Graduates of MSCH courses.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      See website for more details: www.mindfulselfcompassionhamilton.ca
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-hamilton-6-week-on-line-course/2020-10-07
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201018T150000
DTSTAMP:20201003T174251Z
CREATED:20201003T174010Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE - Building Inner Strength - 16 Guidelines Level 1\, 17th-25th October (4 sessions) with Sharon Babineau
DESCRIPTION:Who would benefit from this workshop? The 16G’s have attracted everyone from neuroscientists to schoolteachers\, corporations to social services agencies\, parents to community builders – anyone who is in need of motivation to change their outlook and practices. \nThis workshop provides practical tools for building inner strength and a more meaningful\, fulfilled life based on the 16 Guidelines for Life. \nJoin us for this 12-hour live online course to experience mindfulness\, engage in interactive activities and small group discussions: Together we will reflect\, discover and challenge our habitual assumptions.  Exploring universal human values\, we will draw on the knowledge of wisdom traditions and contemporary science to discover more about how we  think\, act\, relate to others and uncover a meaningful life. During these challenging times we can support ourselves and others to reduce stress and anxiety by nurturing our positive qualities. \nCourse facilitator: \n \nThe course will be lead by Sharon Babineau. Sharon is an accredited 16G Level 1 and Building Balanced Empathy facilitator based in Hamilton\, Canada. She has presented many 16 G inspired workshops across Canada\, including co-designing a University of Toronto AMM MIND 16 G Level 1 course. \nAttendance of all four sessions is required to receive the end-of-course certificate. \nClick here to book. \nThis course is enrollment dependent. We recommend early registration.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/online-building-inner-strength-16-guidelines-level-1-17th-25th-october-4-sessions-with-sharon-babineau/2020-10-17
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T203000
DTSTAMP:20201020T180113Z
CREATED:20201020T180113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T180113Z
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SUMMARY:MIndfulness in Research and Healthcare Videoconference Oct 29 7:00 - 8:30 PM
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nIn lieu of our bi-annual in-person Mindfulness Research Symposium\, SickKids is delighted to be hosting an online evening workshop with leading researcher and physician in the field Dr. Ronald Epstein. The workshop will be followed by a panel discussion made up of Dr. Epstein and special guest mindfulness researchers. \nThrough this event\, SickKids is continuing its commitment to support leading edge research and exploration of mindfulness in healthcare settings. This event will build upon the inaugural Mindfulness Research Symposium with an aim to explore how mindfulness can address the short-term and long-term impacts of COVID and beyond. An in-person day long Mindfulness Research Symposium is currently being planned for fall of 2021. \nSchedule\n6:00 pm – 6:15 pm \nWelcome & presentation on Mindfulness at SickKids by Event Co-Chairs \n6:15 pm -7:45 pm \nKeynote Workshop: Ronald Epstein \n7:45 pm – 8:30 pm \nPanel with Keynote Ronald Epstein & leading guest researchers in the field \n\n\nWorkshop Abstract\nTitle:\nTurning toward dissonance: being present and robust in times of fear and chaos \nLearning objectives:\nDescribe how people tend to respond to threat and “mortality salience” \nReview evidence regarding effects of mindfulness-based practices for health professionals on well-being\, clinical effectiveness\, job engagement and teamwork \nDemonstrate simple practices that can help health professionals and leaders be more attentive\, curious\, present\, open and connected in facing these threats \nDescribe benefits and challenges in creating a sense of community and solidarity \nHealthcare professionals are on the frontlines facing the coronavirus pandemic\, political tensions and racial injustice\, and most are feeling vulnerable and uncertain about the future; our professional roles\, personal identities and the lives of our loved ones are on the line. Yet\, it is possible to help ourselves and others face these challenges feeling robust\, connected and effective. In this workshop\, Dr Epstein will discuss models that help understand and explore common reactions to these extraordinary stressors\, and show how\, by developing habits of attentiveness and curiosity when experiencing threat\, we can become more connected to patients and colleagues\, more compassionate to ourselves and others\, and more effective as clinicians and leaders. He will propose some simple practices that can be used during the workday to promote presence\, curiosity and attentiveness\, and help us thrive amid chaos\, fear and uncertainty. Finally\, he will present data suggesting ways in which mindful practice interventions enhance well-being\, effectiveness\, job engagement and teamwork in health care settings. \n\n\n\nProfile\nRonald M. Epstein\, M.D. is Professor of Family Medicine\, Psychiatry & Oncology at the University of Rochester Medical Center. He is board-certified in Family Medicine and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He serves as Director of the Center for Communication and Disparities Research and as Director of the Dean’s Teaching Fellowship Program for junior and mid-career faculty. \nDr. Epstein’s NIH-\, AHRQ- and foundation-funded studies have added to our understanding of the impact of patient-physician relationships and communication on health\, the process of care and health care costs. In particular\, his research has focused on patient-centered care\, patient influence on clinicians’ practice patterns\, and clinician mindfulness and self-awareness. Dr. Epstein’s research has addressed important barriers to communication\, compassion and patient/family-centered care. His observational and intervention studies have focused on AIDS\, depression\, somatization\, advanced cancer and care at the end of life\, and also address racial and social disparities in the achievement of patient-centered care. His seminal work on mindful practice and shared mind addresses how self-awareness of underlying biases and attitudes influences the patient-physician relationship and quality of care. \nOver the past 25 years\, Dr. Epstein has developed innovative educational programs in mindful practice\, communication skills\, the patient-physician relationship\, physician self-awareness and assessment of professional competence\, including peer assessment. His widely cited papers on educational theory and practice have been published in JAMA and the New England Journal of Medicine. In 2009\, his team demonstrated the positive effects of an educational program in mindful communication on physician empathy\, burnout and clinical care. He has over 170 peer-reviewed publications relating to communication in medicine and medical education\, and an additional 60 chapters\, editorials and monographs. He has produced influential monographs on patient-centered care for the National Cancer Institute (2007) and American Board of Internal Medicine (2008). \n\n\nEvent Co-Chairs\nElli Weisbaum has worked internationally facilitating mindfulness workshops and retreats within the sectors of education\, healthcare and business. This has included work in Canada\, Bhutan\, India\, Germany\, France\, the UK and USA. She is currently based at the University of Toronto as an instructor for the Applied Mindfulness and Meditation Certificate Program and a PhD Candidate in the Faculty of Medicine. Her research focuses on applying mindfulness to physician wellbeing. She is a certified teacher in the Search Inside Yourself (SIY) program which was developed at Google Headquarters and brings together mindfulness\, emotional intelligence and neuroscience. Since 2015 she has been a member of the Mindfulness Project Team at The Hospital for Sick Children\, which acts as a hub for mindfulness initiatives across the hospital. She is currently part of a team of facilitators who are offering the Mindful Awareness and Resilience Skills for Adolescents (MARS-A) program for adolescents with chronic illness at the Hospital for Sick Children. She is a board member for the Mindfulness in Education Network (MiEN) and is on the health docket review team for the Pollination Project\, which gives out seed grants to individual changemakers all over the world. She attended her first retreat with Zen Master and Nobel Peace Prize nominee Thich Nhat Hanh at the age of ten. After completing a masters degree focused on integrating mindfulness into education\, she spent a year as the international program coordinator for Wake Up Schools\, a global initiative to cultivate mindfulness in education. www.elliweisbaum.com \nSara Ahola Kohut is a clinical health psychologist with the Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Centre at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto\, Canada. She is also an Associate Scientist with the SickKids Research Institute as well as holds appointments at both the Department of Psychiatry and Institutes for Medical Science at the University of Toronto. Clinically\, Dr. Ahola Kohut works exclusively with children and adolescents living with chronic disease and their families. Her program of research focuses on building resilience in youth with chronic disease and covers two main foci: 1. building meaningful peer and social supports and 2. mindfulness-based approaches to living with chronic disease (exploring both mechanisms and interventions). Dr. Ahola Kohut’s research capitalizes on innovative approaches via the Internet to improve access to resources and interventions.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-in-research-and-healthcare-videoconference-oct-29-700-830-pm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T200000
DTSTAMP:20201020T165641Z
CREATED:20201020T135921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T165641Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion: Cultivating the Skill of Self-Compassion
DESCRIPTION:New Booking for Online Workshop! \n \n“Learn the principles and practices that enable you to respond to difficult moments in life with kindness\, care\, and understanding”. \nFacilitated by Janet Glancy and Jamie McCarthy \nMaterials Provided! \nFOR MORE INFO CALL OR EMAIL \ninfo@mutualhelp.ca 905 869 5110 \nwww.mutualhelp.ca
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-cultivating-the-skill-of-self-compassion/2020-11-09
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T210000
DTSTAMP:20200927T213954Z
CREATED:20200927T213954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T213954Z
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SUMMARY:An Introduction to Mindful Self Compassion with Barb Smith: a free evening workshop
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically-supported program designed to cultivate self-compassion and is based on the groundbreaking research of Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Chritopher Germer. \nMindfulness opens us to the present moment. Kindness and compassion opens our hearts to suffering so that we can give ourselves what we need. Common humanity opens us to our inter-relatedness so that we realize that we are not alone. \nResearch has demonstrated that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional well-being\, less anxiety\, depression and stress\, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise and satisfying personal relationships. MSC practices enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness\, care\, and understanding. \nStudies confirm that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional well-being; less anxiety\, depression and stress; maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise and more satisfying personal relationships!  And it is easier than you think. \nConsider attending this workshop if you are experiencing: \n\nirritability\nburn out or care-giver fatigue                                             \ndifficult emotions\nrelentless inner critic\nshame and other negative emotions\njudgment towards others\ndifficulty in interpersonal relationships\nrumination\nlittle joy or appreciation in your life\nsuffering\n\nA moment of self-compassion can change your entire day. A string of such moments can change the course of your life.” – Christopher Germer \nThis workshop will be an introduction to MSC and it’s origins along with  introducing some of the basic MSC practices. It will be a combination of didactic and practice with lots of time for discussion. \nBarbara Smith\, MFA\, MS psych\, RP has been a registered Psychotherapist in private practice for three decades. She is retired from the Hamilton Family Health Team where she worked as a mental health counsellor. Barbara has been involved in contemplative studies for over four decades and has extensive experience in Mindfulness. She has trained in MBSR\, DRAM\, and Mindful Communication. She is a trained Mindful Self Compassion Teacher through the CMSC and was trained by Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer. She studied with Michael Stone and Pema Chodron and Thich Nhat Hanh. Barbara has extensive professional experience as a group leader. She presently teaches Mindful Communication and Mindful Self Compassion courses through the McMaster Program for Faculty Development and Mindful Self Compassion Hamilton \nPre registration is required
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/an-introduction-to-mindful-self-compassion-with-barb-smith-a-free-evening-workshop
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ken Burgess":MAILTO:dicroce@mcmaster.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T210000
DTSTAMP:20201218T041351Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an evidence-based\, 8-week\, training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. Based on the groundbreaking research of Dr. Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Dr. Christopher Germer\, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness\, care and understanding. \n \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone\, even those who feel uncomfortable when they are good to themselves. It is a courageous attitude that stands up to harm– including the harm that we unwittingly inflict on ourselves through self-criticism\, self-isolation\, or self-absorption. Self-compassion provides emotional strength and resilience\, allows us to admit and accept our shortcomings\, motivate ourselves with kindness\, forgive ourselves when needed\, relate wholeheartedly to others\, and be more authentically ourselves. Rapidly expanding research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional well-being\, less anxiety\, less depression and stress\, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise\, and more satisfying personal relationships. And it is easier than you think! \nTaught by MSC Trained Teachers\, Mary Linda Burgess and Natalie Sobel. For more information\, see email and website below.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-8-week-online-course-begins-mondays-feb-1-2021-2-2021-02-08/2021-02-08
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Natalie Sobel":MAILTO:natalie.msc@bell.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210301T210000
DTSTAMP:20201218T040522Z
CREATED:20201216T205713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T040522Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an evidence-based\, 8-week\, training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. Based on the groundbreaking research of Dr. Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Dr. Christopher Germer\, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness\, care and understanding. \n \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone\, even those who feel uncomfortable when they are good to themselves. It is a courageous attitude that stands up to harm– including the harm that we unwittingly inflict on ourselves through self-criticism\, self-isolation\, or self-absorption. Self-compassion provides emotional strength and resilience\, allows us to admit and accept our shortcomings\, motivate ourselves with kindness\, forgive ourselves when needed\, relate wholeheartedly to others\, and be more authentically ourselves. Rapidly expanding research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional well-being\, less anxiety\, less depression and stress\, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise\, and more satisfying personal relationships. And it is easier than you think! \nTaught by MSC Trained Teachers\, Mary Linda Burgess and Natalie Sobel. For more information\, see email and website below. \nNote: there will not be a class on Family Day Feb 15 2021.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-8-week-online-course-begins-mondays-feb-1-2021-2-2021-03-01/2021-03-01
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Natalie Sobel":MAILTO:natalie.msc@bell.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T210000
DTSTAMP:20210208T220103Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Chronic Pain with Dr. Eleni Hapidou: An evening workshop on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will cover the basics of chronic pain\, including what it is\, how it works\, and the role of neuroplasticity     . \nParticipants will then explore how mindfulness practices can play an important role in helping people who suffer with chronic pain\, both theoretically and experientially. \nThere will be opportunities to move and stretch\, and a mid-workshop bio break. \nParticipants will be provided with  on line resources to support your ongoing personal mindfulness practice and management of chronic pain     . \n \nAbout the Presenter\nEleni Hapidou\, Ph.D.\, C. Psych.\, is a clinical\, health and rehabilitation psychologist practicing for the better part of 30 years. She works at the Michael G. DeGroote Pain Clinic\, Hamilton Health Sciences\, where she also conducts research\, and teaches at McMaster University.  Eleni is also a Yoga Teacher trained in the Sivananda and Satyananda lineage. She has trained with various teachers over the years that include Yogis\, Rishis\, Swamis some of whom hold MDs and PhDs and has participated in many retreats on Yoga and Meditation in Canada\, the Bahamas\, and India. \nEleni      has been teaching Yoga and Meditation to her patients with chronic pain\, depression\, anxiety and PTSD.  She has conducted thousands of meditation sessions over the years and has also recorded her own CDs of guided meditations.  She has extensive experience in Mindfulness techniques. \nFor further information and tickets go to Event Brite \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-and-chronic-pain-with-dr-eleni-hapidou-an-evening-workshop-on-zoom
LOCATION:Zoom
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