Events

Mindfulness-based Self Compassion Saturday Jul 18, 2015 1pm - 4 pm. Learn how to foster a kind supportive attitude toward ourselves as we navigate through life's struggles. Leading research indicates that self-compassion is connected with emotional well-being, less anxiety, depression and stress. It nurtures the maintenance of healthy behaviours such as diet and exercise and […]

This four week series will run on Wednesdays starting on August 5. 2015. Participants will explore the basics of simple mindfulness practices with an overview of the neuroscience that supports them. Practices will include: mindful eating; awareness of breath; body scan; and mindful walking and movement. This workshop will provide participants with the tools to establish a regular personal mindful practice. Research indicates that four weeks of regular practice as little as 10 minutes a day will restructure the brain, which will help you manage and cope with stress better, regulate emotions and improve your overall well-being. Program will include four one and a half hour weekly sessions with assigned home practice.

If you prefer to arrive Friday evening and stay overnight please know that spaces are very limited. Please add $30.00. It includes shared accommodation with light breakfast. We kindly ask that you bring along your own pillow and a set of sheets. Arrival time is Friday evening at 7:00 pm. You are welcome to join us for a bonfire at 8:00pm.

‘On the Cushion’: An Insight Meditation Sitting Group These 6 sessions will be held in silence.  The purpose is to support ongoing meditation practice for those with experience, and to provide opportunity for others to develop a sitting practice. This will not be a teaching class per se, but will be designed around a theme.  […]

Join us for a weekend retreat on Georgian Bay where the focus is on you and consciously creating your life, Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself and creating a new self.Participants have access to a paddle board, a kayak and a canoe. There are also two hammock’s to enjoy. And a sauna. Each day will start with a meditation by the lake in a stunning boathouse. Then we will have 8-10 hours of class time with breaks that will allow for a swim and enjoyment of the surroundings!

Have you been introduced to mindfulness but finding yourself wanting to explore how to deepen your practice and bring mindfulness into relationships and into your workplace? Consider enrolling in “Mindful Communication for Health Care Providers”. 100 % of graduates have said that they would recommend the course to a colleague Quotes from the end of […]