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SUMMARY:Hamilton Yogathon 2017
DESCRIPTION:Pose for a Cause\, Support our Students & our Community \nJoin Student Open Circles and your community for our 2nd Annual Yogathon. This day-long event will feature both yoga & meditation sessions in a variety of styles and levels. From beginners to experts- all are welcome! Sessions will be led by a variety of prominent teachers from local companies & studios. Register for one class or stay for the whole day! \nSaturday April 8\, 10am-5pm \nHamilton Mennonite Church\, 143 Lower Horning Drive \nTickets: $15 – $40 \nThe Yogathon raises funds for essential programs and services offered by Student Open Circles (SOC). With your help\, SOC is making a positive difference in the lives of McMaster students and those in the Hamilton community. \nTo register and for more information:  http://www.studentopencircles.com/yoga
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/hamilton-yogathon-2017
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SUMMARY:A Five Day Session Meditation Program (5 Wednesdays)
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URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/a-five-day-session-meditation-program-5-wednesdays
LOCATION:Regent Wellness Centre\, 150 Locke St S\, Hamilton\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170302T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170302T183000
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SUMMARY:smartEducation
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness for Educators A 9-Session Program \nsmartEducation™ (Stress Management & Resiliency Techniques)\, is an evidence-based program with customized modules specifically designed to address the needs of educators and professional support staff (K-12).  \nThe program involves experiential activities in mindful awareness\, emotional awareness\, self-regulation\, and movement. Weekly meetings include presentations and group discussions. Participants also benefit from daily at home exercises in support of the program. \nCertificate of Completion \nSuccessful participants are eligible to receive a certificate of completion from UBC Faculty of Education. \nWho Should Attend \nEducators and those interested in mindfulness in education who wish to cultivate their own personal mindfulness practice \nThe course trains educators to: \n\n Manage stress through a greater understanding and control of emotions \n Employ self-care techniques to cultivate personal and professional resilience \n Create effective strategies for relating to challenging situations \n Have personal experience to support other programs for students in mindfulness \n Enhance concentration and executive function (planning\, decision-making\, and impulse control) \n Revitalize purpose\, personally and professionally \n Improve personal overall mental and physical health \n Promote happiness through healthy habits of the mind \n\nSMART involves experiential practices that promote: \n\n Concentration\, attention\, and mindfulness \n Awareness and understanding of emotions \n Empathy\, compassion\, and positive interpersonal communication \n\nWhat Participants Say about SMART \nMindfulness has helped me as a teacher in many ways. First\, it has taught me to be more present in the moment. Second\, I practice greater loving kindness with my most difficult students –  I see them for the whole person they are. My perspective shifts to see my students with greater compassion\, especially at times when they’re being disruptive in class. Finally\, I’m more aware that I have the ability to help students self-regulate by imparting mindful practices through guided experiences and by leading by example. \nFor further information contact:\n \nArunas Antanaitis; arunas.antanaitas@mindfulnesseveryday.org T: 905-317-9521 \n Sharon Babineau; sharon.babineau@mindfulnesseveryday.org T:905-818-7871  \nMarch 2 – May 4 2017 \nThursdays 4:30 – 6:30 PM \nSilent retreat Thursday April 20 2017 | 4:30 PM — 8:30 PM \nChurchhill Park Club House \n167 Cline Ave N\, \nHamilton\, ON L8S \nFee: $350.00 (includes workbook)
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/smarteducation
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170226T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170226T170000
DTSTAMP:20170227T025024Z
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SUMMARY:A DAY OF MINDFULNESS: THEORY AND PRACTICE
DESCRIPTION: with Anna Taneburgo \n April 29\, 2017 8:30 am – 4:15 pm \nThis workshop/retreat will explain the principles of mindfulness while also providing ample opportunity to understand them from personal experience through the practices.  It is appropriate for anyone who is relatively new to mindfulness and looking to increase their knowledge and practice\, especially the benefit of short retreat experience; but also appropriate for participants who are more experienced and perhaps wanting a refresher. \nMindfulness promotes personal wellness on all levels of being. It is an evidence-based practice in which participants can experience: \n\ngreater ability to cope with daily stress\nlasting decreases in physical and psychological symptoms\ngreater ability to learn and focus\nenhanced interpersonal communication and relationships\ngreater energy and enthusiasm for life\n\nThe morning will be an introduction to mindfulness through both practice and teaching. Topics will include:    \n\nWhat is mindfulness and how does it work?\n\n\nHow can it help me reduce stress in my personal life and in my work?\n\n\nCan science prove that mindfulness works?\n\n\nWhy has it become so popular in western culture? \n\n  \nThere will be ample opportunity for Q&A. \nThe afternoon will provide further opportunity to practice mindfulness with a series of guided meditations\, both seated and moving. \nPlease wear loose\, comfortable clothing and bring a shawl\, blanket or extra sweater\, and a pillow for your seat\, if desired. \nTo register go to Mindfulnesshamilton.ca \nFor questions: Mindfulnesshamilton@gmail.com
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/a-day-of-mindfulness-theory-and-practice
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170224T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170225T170000
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SUMMARY:The Neuroscience of Mindfulness (DRAM 2)
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE COURSE:  \nNeuroscience is providing new insights into how our brain functions and influences how we think\, feel\, act\, learn and change. New research shows that mindfulness Practices can effectively enable learning by developing the skills of attention\, intention and reflection; enhance mental health; promote healthy relationships and communities; and manage stress/compassion fatigue. Through a combination of lectures\, small group discussions and meditation practices\, this workshop will explore how emerging neuroscience research informs our understanding of mindfulness\, and how mindfulness can be used to enhance teaching and learning\, and promote therapeutic presence with patients\, clients and colleagues.  \nThrough this course participants will:  \n Gain an understanding of basic neuroscience in relation to mindfulness.  \n Explore the impact of neuroscience research on our understanding of mindfulness\, compassion\, self regulation and attunement.  \n Experience mindfulness practices designed to deepen our body-brain integration.  \n Discuss the practical application of compassion and attunement in personal and professional life.  \nPrerequisite: None. \nCourse fee ( includes: materials\, breakfast\, breaks\, lunches \n $250 for HHS\, SJHH\, MFHT\, HFHT physicians and staff and McMaster Faculty;  \n $350 for external participants  \n\n\n\nFaculty \n\n\n Ken Burgess\, Asst. Clin. Prof.\, Department of Family Medicine\, McMaster University  \n Andrea Frolic\, Director\, Office of Clinical & Organizational Ethics\, Hamilton Health Sciences; Asst. Clin. Prof.\, Department of Family Medicine\, McMaster University  \n Alan Taniguchi\, Asst. Clin. Prof.\, Department of Family Medicine; Education Coordinator\, Division of Palliative Care\, McMaster University \n\n\nThis course is part of the Developing Resilience through Applied Mindfulness (DRAM)Series\, including: \n\n\nDRAM 1 – Foundations of Mindfulness: Historical Origins and Contemporary Practice; January 27 & 28\, 2017 \nDRAM 2 – The Neuroscience of Mindfulness: February 24 & 25\, 2017 \nDRAM 3 – Being the Change: Growing Civility and Resilience through Secular Ethics and Mindfulness: March 24 & 25\, 2017 \nDRAM 4 – Integrating Mindfulness into Personal and Professional Life April 29 & 30\, 2017
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/the-neuroscience-of-mindfulness-dram-2
ORGANIZER;CN="McMaster Faculty of Health Sciences Program for Faculty Development":MAILTO:dicroce@mcmaster.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170204T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170204T160000
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SUMMARY:Journeying Through Our Life Transitions
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opportunity to learn the Non-Violent Process ( www.CNVC.org) and Compassionate Mindfulness tools in the context of whatever life transitions you may be moving through. \nThis series of three workshops is for those of us in transition (with our identity\, relationships\, family\, career\, community\, illness and death etc) who want to: \n– learn practical ways to relate to ourselves\, others and our world\, through the process of Non-Violent Communication in a way that meaningfully supports our journey of transition \n– honour and acknowledge the depth of our experience \n– explore the profound difference it can make when we move through the challenges in our own lives with compassionate awareness\n \nFeb. 4 & 18\, Mar. 4 – Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm \n(note * each day builds on the learning and teachings from the time before\, also the choosing of every other week is to allow time for participants to integrate and practise the skills learned)\n \nFacilitators: Henry Wai and Lori Goldblatt  \nHenry has 27 years of experience leading trainings\, developing programs and delivering direct service. Nonviolent CommunicationTM is a very powerful addition to his approach which emphasizes self-awareness\, choice\, relational skills and ways to build co-operation. Henry is a Certified Trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication www.CNVC.org \nLori Goldblatt\, is a Life-Cycle Celebrant\, Thana Doula\, and Reiki Teacher dedicated to the creation and facilitation of mindfulness-based modalities\, offering workshops and private sessions for children\, youth\, and adults for more than 20 years. Her training in Transformative Mindfulness Methods Reiki\, Compassionate/Non-Violent Communication\, and Emotional Freedom (tapping)Technique are all integrated in the caring work she offers. Lori and her colleague Rebecca Daum\, have formed a unique service called Meaningful Passages. Together they offer compassionate support to people moving through a variety of life transitions.\n \nLocation: Dundas\, ON \nCost: $270 – includes handouts\, snacks and tea \n(if cost is a concern\, please contact us to discuss options) \n \nInfo/Registration: contact Lori at  meaningfulpassages@gmail.com  or by phone at 905 975 9434
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/journeying-through-our-life-transitions
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170119T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170119T184500
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically supported 8 week training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion.  Based on research by Dr. Kristen Neff and Christopher Germer\, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness\, care and understanding.  Rapidly growing research demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with emotional wellbeing\, decreased anxiety\, less depression and stress\, maintenance of healthy habits\, and satisfying personal relationships.  Self-compassion can be learned by anyone.  It fosters emotional strength and resilience\, allowing one to admit to one’s shortcomings\, motivating oneself with kindness\, forgiving oneself as needed\, relating wholeheartedly to others\, and being oneself more authentically. \nOutcomes:\nAt the end of this course participants will be able to: \n\nPractice self-compassion in daily life\nUnderstand the empirically supported benefits of self-compassion\nMotivate oneself with kindness rather than criticism\nHandle difficult emotions with greater ease\nTransform challenging relationships\nManage caregiver fatigue\nPractice the art of savouring and self-appreciation\n\nSpecial Course Features:\nThis course includes a half-day mindfulness silent retreat (March 4\, 2017 8:30 am to 1:00 pm) focusing on self-compassion skills. \nFacilitators: \nAndrea Frolic\, Director\, Office of Clinical & Organizational Ethics\, Hamilton Health Sciences; Asst. Clin. Prof.\, Department of Family Medicine\, McMaster University \nDiana Tikasz MSW\, RSW\, Coordinator of Mindfulness\, Compassion and Resilience Programs at Hamilton Health Sciences\, Clinical Specialist with the Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Care Centre \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-2
LOCATION:TBA Hamilton/Burlington\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170118T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170118T203000
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SUMMARY:MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION ***A TRAINING PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION:MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION (MSC*) is an empirically-supported\, 8-week\, 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.  \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone  \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.  \nWHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE PROGRAM  \nMSC includes 8 weekly sessions of 3 hours each\, in addition to a 4-hour retreat. Participants should plan to attend every session and practice mindfulness and self-compassion at least 30 minutes per day throughout the program. \nNo previous experience with mindfulness or meditation is required to attend MSC. \nNext program starting Jan 18\, 2017 \nWednesdays Jan 18\, 2017 to Mar 8\, 2017\n3hours/week: 5:30pm to 8:30pm\nRetreat: Saturday\, Feb 18\, 2017  9:30am to 1:00pm   \nVisit www.mindfulselfcompassionhamilton.org  \nfor more information\, including dates and locations.  \n  \n*MSC is a compassion training program. MSC is not psychotherapy.  \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-a-training-program
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161119T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161122T170000
DTSTAMP:20160919T004318Z
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SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Yoga Training Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Trauma-Informed Yoga Training will be offered again this fall at\nSugar Ridge Retreat Centre near Midland\, ON.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrauma-Informed Yoga Training Retreat\nLevel 1: November 19-22\, 2016\nLevel 2: February 23-26\, 2017\nNewly updated content!\nwww.traumainformedyoga.ca\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntegrating Yoga Therapy\, Somatic Experiencing™\, trauma neuroscience and attachment theory to increase safety\, embodiment\, choice\, voice and empowerment for trauma survivors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany trauma survivors seek out yoga and mindfulness to support them in their healing journey. However\, without the proper awareness or safeguards in place\, the very practice of yoga\, mindfulness and other meditative practices can be unintentionally re-traumatizing. The act of becoming more mindfully present through focus on the breath\, body or through certain intentional movements or postures can trigger procedural memories\, emotions or physical sensations that are painful or overwhelming. Some students and clients may find themselves discouraged\, upset or coping by bottling up\, overriding or dissociating\, reluctant to return.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplore the neuroscience of trauma\, stress and emotional dysregulation\nFind out how yoga and mindfulness practices can backfire\nIdentify ways to minimize the risk of triggering trauma responses\nIntegrate new skills and practices to enhance and adapt your existing approaches\nUnderstand your own triggers and how to work with them\n\nFor a comprehensive overview: traumainformedyoga.ca/training-info/overview/ \nThis in-depth\, 8-day training is offered in 2 separate modules\, to allow time for rest and integration of the material between workshops.  The training is offered in a retreat format to emphasize yoga teacher self-care as an all-inclusive destination experience.  Vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue\, common issues for those working in the field of trauma care\, are also explored. \nLevel 1 content: traumainformedyoga.ca/training-info/level-1/ \nLevel 2 content: traumainformedyoga.ca/training-info/level-2/ \nNote: The order of the content covered in levels 1 and 2 has been revised\, with some new content being added.  Website will be updated soon. \nThe training is equal parts professional development and personal growth\, as a yoga teacher’s capacity for embodied self-regulation and therapeutic presence is one of the strongest tools available for supporting students.  The training is offered in a retreat format to emphasis yoga teacher self-care\, and the topics of vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue will also be explored\, in acknowledgment of the impact of the work on teachers. \nCome join us\nClick here to REGISTER:\nEarly bird rate: $495 + HST per Level\nOctober 9\, 2016: Early bird deadline for Level 1\nNovember 22\, 2016: Early bird deadline for Level 2\nRegular rate: $595 + HST per Level \n\nSugar Ridge Retreat Centre \nContact Liz Frost at Sugar Ridge to inquire about accommodations and meal plans \n\n\n\n\nTrainers: \n\nCaroline Owen\, BA\, E-RYT500\, Wavelengths Yoga Studio and School\nwww.wavelengthsyoga.com\n\nSarah Schlote\, MA\, RP\, SEP\, The Refuge: Centre for Healing and Recovery\nwww.healingrefuge.com
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/trauma-informed-yoga-training-retreat
LOCATION:Sugar Ridge Retreat Centre near Midland\, ON.\, near Midland\, ON.\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161118T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161120T163000
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SUMMARY:TNI Weekend Residential Insight Meditation Retreat With Donna Paige and Jill Davey
DESCRIPTION:November 18 – 20\, 2016 \nGuelph\, Ontario \n CULTIVATING BALANCE \n An opportunity to explore what it means to grow into steadiness and cultivate balance within our present moment experience. \nREGISTRATION:  For details and registration please contact True North Insight  – www.truenorthinsight.org.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/tni-weekend-residential-insight-meditation-retreat-with-donna-paige-and-jill-davey
LOCATION:Loyola House\, 5420 Highway 6 North\, Guelph
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161118T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161118T163000
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SUMMARY:Awakening Your Creative Power  1-Day Course
DESCRIPTION:This course provides participants with a fun\, low-pressure environment to foster mindfulness and self-awareness\, enhance resilience and spark creativity. \nResearch has shown that engaging in creative and artistic practices has positive effects on emotional well-being\, personal resilience\, compassion and innovation. \nBring more creativity to your work and life by joining us for a day of laughter\, exuberance and exploration through immersion in creative practices\, facilitated by local professional artists. \nTHIS COURSE WILL EQUIP YOU TO: \n\nRecognize your own creative potential and ways to enhance creative engagement personally and professionally\nEnhance interpersonal relationships through intention\, observation\, voice and presence\nConnect more compassionately with self\, colleagues and patients/families\nCope with stress through the power of play\n\nPast participants highly recommend this workshop: \n\n“It’s an essential opportunity for personal and professional development that helps develop the team and enhance patient- centered care”\n5/5 STARS!!!\n\nHOW MUCH IS IT?\nHHS Staff and Physicians: $75 \nNon HHS: $150 (Must work in health care or social services) \nADDITIONAL INFO\nCourse material included. \nBring your own lunch\nor purchase from the cafeteria \nHOW TO REGISTER: REGISTER NOW! \nFor more information please contact/visit\nCentreforPeopleDevel@hhsc.ca|  \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/awakening-your-creative-power-1-day-course
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Auditorium\, 88 Maplewood Ave\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8M 1W9 \, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161119
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SUMMARY:Awakening Your Creative Power: A workshop on creativity\, compassion and play
DESCRIPTION:Research has shown that engaging in creative and artistic practices has positive effects on emotional well-being\, personal resilience\, compassion and innovation. In this full-day intensive course\, participants will be immersed in creative practices\, facilitated by local professional artists in a fun\, low-pressure environment. \nThe artists will guide you through a range of interactive and reflective activities designed to foster mindfulness and self-awareness\, enhance resilience\, spark creativity and deepen insight. This curriculum has been designed to encourage a sense of play and exploration; guaranteed to induce laughter and exuberance\, and to help you bring more creativity to your work and life! \nEach session will involve a variety of creative exercises including movement.  Please wear comfortable\, loose fitting clothing. \nLearning Outcomes:\nAt the end of this course participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize your own creative potential and ways to enhance creative engagement personally and professionally\nEnhance interpersonal relationships through intention\, observation\, voice and presence\nConnect more compassionately with self\, colleagues and patients/families\nCope with stress through the power of play
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/awakening-your-creative-power-a-workshop-on-creativity-compassion-and-play
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Auditorium\, 88 Maplewood Ave\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8M 1W9 \, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161024
DTSTAMP:20160924T015937Z
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SUMMARY:16Guidelines Level 1: Tools for cultural and personal change.
DESCRIPTION:Participants will develop tools to change the way they Think\, Act\, Relate and Create Meaning. \nThis workshop is for those who are interested in taking mindfulness into the world in order to create a wise\, kind society: \n\nEducators\nFacilitators\nHealth and Mental Health practitioners\nParents\nBusiness Leaders\nCommunity Developers\nCoaches\n\nThe 16G have attracted everyone from neuroscientists to school teachers\, corporations to social services agencies\, parents to community builders – anyone who is in need of motivation to change their outlook and practices. The 16G are currently being used for personal and cultural change in hospitals\, schools\, social service agencies\, drug rehab\, hospices\, universities\, youth-at-risk programs\, youth leadership programs\, businesses and prisons as well as in families\, communities and neighborhoods. \nEnquiries: peace@centreforcompassionandwisdom.com ; craig@essentiachange.net \nSaturday & Sunday \nOctober\, 22-23 2016 \n9:00 am to 4:30 pm \nChurchill Lawn Bowling Club House\, 167 Cline Avenue South\, Hamilton\, ON\, L8S 1X3 \nCraig Mackie has a MA in philosophy and a MSW. Currently in clinical practice with the Ottawa Mindfulness Clinic\, he also teaches at the University of Toronto\, Applied Mindfulness Meditation Program and is an international trainer in the 16 G’s \nArunas Antanaitis is co-founder of Mindful Solutions for Change\, delivering mindfulness-based programs for educators\, organizations and individuals. \nLaurie Dolan\, founder of Engage Your Potential. Laurie has worked with the 16 Guidelines program since 2008 and in addition is a certified Spiritual Director\, Consulting Hypnotist / NLP practitioner and Life Coach. \ncentreforcompassionandwisdom.com \nRegistration includes cost of 16 G Book and Cards ($35 value) \n$225 register by Sept1st \n$275 thereafter \nto register click on: http://16guidelinesoct2016.eventbrite.ca \nto see poster click on  16g-workshop-flyer-oct-2016-pdf
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/16guidelines-level-1-tools-for-cultural-and-personal-change
LOCATION:Churchill Lawn Bowling Clubhouse\, 167 Cline Ave S\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 1X3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Arunas Antanaitis":MAILTO: Arunas@mindfulsolutionsforchange.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161208T183000
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SUMMARY:smartEducation:   Mindfulness for Educators & Support Staff: A 9-Session Program
DESCRIPTION:smartEducation™ (Stress Management & Resiliency Techniques)\, is an evidence –based program with customized modules specifically designed to address the needs of educators and professional support staff (K–12).  \nThe program involves experiential activities in mindful awareness\, emotional awareness\, self–regulation\, and movement. Weekly meetings include presenta-tions and group discussions. Participants also benefit from daily at home exer-cises in support of the program.  \nCertificate of Completion \nSuccessful participants are eligible to receive a certificate of completion from UBC Faculty of Education. \nWho Should Attend \nEducators\, support staff and those interested in mindfulness in education who wish to cultivate their own personal mindfulness practice. \nFacilitators: Arunas Antanaitis\, Sharon Babineau and Julia Neilson \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Arunas.Antanaitis@mindfulnesseveryday.org or call (905) 317–9521  \n Note: Space is limited to 25 participants \n“You can’t give children what you don’t have yourself.” Brené Brown  \nTo Register click below and click on link to Event Brite \nhamilton_smart-fall-option-2-2016 \n \n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/smarteducation-mindfulness-for-educators-support-staff-a-9-session-program
LOCATION:Churchill Lawn Bowling Clubhouse\, 167 Cline Ave S\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 1X3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Arunas Antanaitis":MAILTO: Arunas@mindfulsolutionsforchange.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161005T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161005T203000
DTSTAMP:20161104T230051Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self Compassion
DESCRIPTION:October 5 to November 23\, 2016 from 5:30-8:30 \nwith a 4 hour retreat November 5th 9:30 -1:30 \n\nMelrose United Church\, \n86 Homewood Ave\nHamilton\, Ontario Canada
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-4
LOCATION:Melrose United Church\, 86 Homewood Avenue\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P2M2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Smith":MAILTO:info@mindfulselfcompassion.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160906T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160927T203000
DTSTAMP:20160815T024611Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160815T024611Z
UID:10000080-1473188400-1475008200@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:MINDFUL PRACTICES FOR STRESS MANAGEMENT
DESCRIPTION:Research indicates that four weeks of regular practice will restructure the brain in ways that will help you improve your ability to manage and cope with stress\, regulate emotions and improve your overall well-being. MINDFUL SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE presents a four-week introduction to mindfulness designed for individuals with limited or no mindfulness experience. Participants will explore the basics of simple mindfulness practices with an overview of the neuroscience that supports them. \nTuesday September 6. 13\, 20\, 27. \n7:00 pm to 8:30 pm \nMINDFUL SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE \n501 Templemead Drive\, Hamilton ON \nFacilitator: Arunas Antanaitis \nCLASS LIMITED TO 15 REGISTRANTS \nFEE: $80.00 plus Eventbrite Registration \nArunas Antanaitis is a retired high school teacher with 30 years experience and the co-founder of Mindful Solutions for Change\, delivering mindfulness-based programs for educators\, organizations and individuals. Arunas is certified as a Mindfulness Meditation Specialist and Transformative Mindfulness Methods Facilitator\, trained at the University of Toronto Factor Intewash School Of Social Work. He is a trained facilitator with Mindfulness Without Borders\, which delivers Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum to high school students. Arunas trained with Dekyi Lee Oldershaw at the Centre for Compassion and Wisdom\, and received certification as a facilitator in the 16 Guidelines\, and the 5 Tibetan Yogas. He is an associate facilitator with Mindfulness Everyday and board member of Centre of Compassion and Wisdom. \nwww.mindfulsolutionsforchange.com
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-practices-for-stress-management-3
LOCATION:501 Templemead Drive\, 501 Templemead Drive\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Arunas Antanaitis":MAILTO: Arunas@mindfulsolutionsforchange.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160620T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160624T224500
DTSTAMP:20160417T040205Z
CREATED:20160417T040205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160417T040205Z
UID:10000065-1466409600-1466808300@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:“Growing Older and Aging” – A 5-Morning Insight Meditation Intensive With Donna Paige\, MSW
DESCRIPTION:WHEN:           Monday June 20 to Friday June 24\, 2016 – 8:00 – 9:45 a.m. \nWHERE:         Andrea Soos Yoga Studio – 17 King Street E.\, Suite 204\, Dundas \nThis intensive will explore the topic of growing older and aging as a process in which we are all fully engaged and which has been unstoppable since birth.  Through Mindfulness practice we can begin to see the impersonal and selfless nature of the process of aging as a doorway to freedom.  Designed for those with experience – beginners are welcome. \n  \nREGISTRATION: Please contact the Andrea Soos Yoga Studio at:  905-627-9310 or email at: info @andreasoosyoga.com for details.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/growing-older-and-aging-a-5-morning-insight-meditation-intensive-with-donna-paige-msw
LOCATION:Andrea Soos Yoga Studio\, 17 King St. E.\, Suite 204\,\, Dundas\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Donna Paige":MAILTO:info @andreasoosyoga.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160609T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160613T120000
DTSTAMP:20160508T034714Z
CREATED:20160507T104856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160508T034714Z
UID:10000068-1465498800-1465819200@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Metta Retreat June 9 - June 13 with Jim Bedard and Randy Baker
DESCRIPTION:Metta is the cultivation of Goodwill. It is one of four Brahma-Viharas\, or Boundless States: Goodwill (metta)\, Compassion (karuna)\, Appreciative Joy (mudita)\, and Equanimity (upekkha). Metta transforms the heart and mind by bringing a sense of openness and luminosity into our experience. The breadth\, clarity\, and expansiveness instilled by the practice of Metta provide a strong\, stable basis for the cultivation of insight. \n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n  \nSchedule\n\nStarts on Thursday\, June 9 at 7 pm\nEnds on Monday\, June 13 at noon\n\n\nRegistration\n\nRegular: $450\, Register\nSIMT Supporter: $400\, Register\n\nFees cover retreat and administration expenses and do not include Dana (donations) for the teachers. Payment prior to the retreat ensures placement. Please note that payment is non-refundable. For more information\, please contact us at residentialretreats@satipanna.com. \n\n\nLocation\n\nChapin Mill Retreat Center\n8603 Seven Springs Rd.\, Batavia\, NY\n(just 1.5 hours from Hamilton)\nGoogle Map\n\n\n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/metta-retreat-june-9-june-13-with-jim-bedard-and-randy-baker
LOCATION:Hamilton Family Health Team\, 123 James St N\, second floor\, Hamilton\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Bedard":MAILTO:residentialretreats@satipanna.com.
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160604T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160723T123000
DTSTAMP:20160510T053240Z
CREATED:20160509T220104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160510T053240Z
UID:10000069-1465032600-1469277000@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Mindful Self Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Barbara Smith and Mary Linda Burgess \nMelrose United Church \n86 Homewood Ave \nJune 4- July 23\, 2016 \n9:30am to 12:30 \n“love reveals everything unlike itself.” \nMindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically-supported\, 8-week\, training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. Based on the groundbreaking research of Kristin Neff and the clinical expertise of Christopher Germer\, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness\, care and understanding. \nThe three key components of self-compassion are self-kindness\, a sense of common humanity\, and balanced\, mindful awareness. Kindness opens our hearts to suffering\, so we can give ourselves what we need. Common humanity opens us to our essential inter-relatedness\, so that we know we aren’t alone. Mindfulness opens us to the present moment\, so we can accept our experience with greater ease. Together they comprise a state of warm-hearted\, connected presence. \nSelf-compassion can be learned by anyone\, even those who didn’t receive enough affection in childhood or who feel uncomfortable when they are good to themselves. It’s 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\, allowing us to admit our shortcomings\, motivate ourselves with kindness\, forgive ourselves when needed\, relate wholeheartedly to others\, and be more authentically ourselves. \nRapidly expanding research demonstrates 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. And it’s easier than you think. \nAfter participating in this workshop\, you’ll be able to: \n\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\n\nWhat To Expect \nProgram activities include meditation\, short talks\, experiential exercises\, group discussion\, and home practices. MSC is a workshop rather than a retreat. The goal is for participants to directly experience self-compassion and learn practices that evoke self-compassion in daily life. \n MSC is primarily a compassion training program rather than mindfulness training like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)\, although mindfulness is the foundation of self-compassion. MSC is also not psychotherapy insofar as the emphasis of MSC is on building emotional resources rather than addressing old wounds. Positive change occurs naturally as we develop the capacity to be with ourselves in a kinder\, more compassionate way. \nIt is said that “love reveals everything unlike itself.” While some difficult emotions may arise when practicing self-compassion\, MSC teachers are committed to providing a safe\, supportive environment for this process to unfold\, and to making the journey interesting and enjoyable for everyone. \nMSC includes 8 weekly sessions of 3 hours each\, in addition to a 4-hour retreat. Prior to registering\, participants should plan to attend every session and practice mindfulness and self-compassion at least 30 minutes per day throughout the program. \nNOTE this program is arranged for 9 weeks to accommodate the 4 hr retreat. \nPrerequisites \nNo previous experience with mindfulness or meditation is required to attend MSC. To insure safety\, participants are asked to provide background information when they register for the program. \nIt is recommended that participants read one or both of following books before or during the program: \n\nSelf-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself\, by Kristin Neff\nThe Mindful Path to Self-Compassion\, by Christopher Germer\n\nThis program fulfills one of the prerequisites for becoming a MSC teacher. For more information on MSC and MSC Teacher Training\, please visit www.CenterForMSC.org. \nBarbara Smith\, MFA\, GIT\, MS\,psych. Trained Mindful Self Compassion teacher \nMary Linda Burgess MSW\, RSW\, student of Mindful Self Compassion\, and Mindfulness \nRegistration please contact info@mindfulselfcompassionhamilton.org for inquiries \nInformation www.mindfulselfcompassionhamilton.org \nCOST Early Bird:$325.00 before May 20/16; $350 after May 20/16
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-3
LOCATION:Melrose United Church\, 86 Homewood Ave\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Smith":MAILTO:info@mindfulselfcompassion.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160514T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160514T150000
DTSTAMP:20160425T014218Z
CREATED:20160425T014218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T014218Z
UID:10000067-1463216400-1463238000@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Yoga-thon Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Friendly hellos\, I’m reaching out to invite members of this community to a charity Yogathon event that’s being hosted in Hamilton on Saturday May 14th. www.canadahelps.org­/en/charities/student-op­en-circles/events/yogath­on/ We’re hosting 2 yoga classes and 3 reflection/meditation workshops and thought members of this community may be interested in attending. Would the host be interested in adding this event to your calendar? – Kala on behalf of Student Open Circles. http://www.studentopencircles.com/home \nYoga-thon Fundraiser\n\n\n\n\nJoin Student Open Circles and your community for a day filled with Yoga\, Meditation\, and Reflection workshops! \nSaturday May 14\, 9:30am – 3pm \nHamilton Mennonite Church\, 1430 Lower Horning Drive \nTickets: $30 full day or $20 half day (1 yoga class & workshop) \nJoin students\, friends & family\, and members of the community for Yoga and Reflection workshops and an Art show featuring recent works by Marybeth Leis Druery. All are welcome\, whether you are new to yoga or meditation\, or are already experienced. There will be a break for lunch from 12-1pm. We ask that you bring a lunch\, as there will be no catering. \nProceeds go directly to Student Open Circles Programming\, so that young people in our community can join safe places where diverse students find support in their life and spiritual journey. \nRegister\nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\n9:30am\nRegistration\n\n\n\n10:00am\nGuided Meditation – Welcoming the Child Within\nMarybeth Leis Druery\n\n\n10:30am\nYoga Class #1\nCheryl Fenn\n\n\n11:30am\nWorkshop #1: Mindfulness through Creative Expression\nMarybeth Leis Druery\n\n\n12:00pm\nLunch Break\nBring your own\n\n\n1:00pm\nWorkshop #2 – Walking and Sitting Meditation\nJeff Druery\n\n\n2:00pm\nYoga Class #2\nSonia Kumar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n­
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/yoga-thon-fundraiser
LOCATION:Hamilton Mennonite Church\, 1430 Lower Horning Drive\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160516
DTSTAMP:20160315T155327Z
CREATED:20160315T155327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160315T155327Z
UID:10000060-1463097600-1463356799@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:A Mindful Society Conference May 13 – 15\, 2016
DESCRIPTION:A Mindful Society brings visionaries and community together to share leading edge research\, evidence based practices and emerging developments in the application of mindfulness in key sectors of society. Be part of the dialogue and the community of professionals bringing mindfulness into their field of work and practice. \nA Mindful Society brings visionaries and community together to share leading edge research\, evidence-based practices and emerging developments in the application of mindfulness in key sectors of society. Be part of the dialogue and the community of professionals bringing mindfulness into their field of work and practice. \nhttp://amindfulsociety.org
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/a-mindful-society-conference-may-13-15-2016
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160507T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160507T123000
DTSTAMP:20160413T194722Z
CREATED:20160413T194605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160413T194722Z
UID:10000064-1462611600-1462624200@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:FIVE TIBETAN YOGAS
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY MAY 7\, 2016 9:00 am – 12:30 pm \nFacilitated by: Arunas Antanaitis \nMINDFUL SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE \n501 Templemead Drive Hamilton ON \nSuggested Donation $35.00 or Pay What You Can \nThe Five Tibetan Yogas include five gentle exercises\, combined with mindful practices to generate a healthy  body and a positive mind-set. This program as taught by  \nZa Choeje Rinpoche to Dekyi-Lee Oldershaw goes beyond the physical and breath work.  When practiced as a longer-term daily practice\, the Five Tibetan Yogas balance the subtle elements in your body and transforms confusion\, anger\, attachment and other negative mental states The exercises are designed for all ages and levels of fitness. Although similar in nature\, the Five Tibetan Yogas is not a traditional Hatha Yoga practice and is designed to compliment rather than replace an existing yoga/meditation practice.   \nCLASS IS LIMITED TO 8 PARTICIPANTS \nContact: arunas@mindfulsolutionsforchange.com     (905) 317-9521 \nRegister: http://lamayesheling.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&action=preview&id=37 \nArunas Antanaitis is a retired high school teacher with 30 years experience and the co-founder of Mindful Solutions for Change\, delivering mindfulness-based programs for educators\, organizations and individuals. Arunas is certified as a Mindfulness Meditation Specialist and Transformative Mindfulness Methods facilitator\, trained at the University of Toronto Factor Intewash School Of Social Work. He is also facilitator with Mindfulness Without Borders. Arunas trained with Dekyi Lee Oldershaw at the Centre for Compassion and Wisdom\, and received certification in the 16 Guidelines and the 5 Tibetan Yogas. He is an associate facilitator with Mindfulness Everyday and board member of Lama Yeshe Ling Buddhist Group.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/five-tibetan-yogas
LOCATION:501 Templemead Drive\, 501 Templemead Drive\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160508
DTSTAMP:20160405T050700Z
CREATED:20160405T050700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160405T050700Z
UID:10000063-1462492800-1462665599@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Ethical Values in the Workplace:
DESCRIPTION:Poster MIND B26 \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-and-ethical-values-in-the-workplace
ORGANIZER;CN="Unnamed Organizer":MAILTO:fsw.conted@utoronto.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160422T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160630T163000
DTSTAMP:20160307T183620Z
CREATED:20160307T094228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160307T183620Z
UID:10000053-1461313800-1467304200@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:MINDFUL LEADERSHIP FOR FORMAL LEADERS
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness is a way of meeting life’s challenges with greater calm and wisdom by paying attention to the present moment with openness and curiosity.  Mindfulness is fast becoming a proven way for leaders to sustain themselves and their teams in challenging times.  These workshops will introduce formal leaders to mindfulness concepts and practices\, exploring the synergy between mindfulness\, self-reflection and effective leadership. Participants will be given tools to promote personal self -awareness\, stress management\, resilience and emotional/physical well-being. Leadership effectiveness will be enhanced through exposure to practices that develop listening and communication skills\, sharpen focus\, improve interpersonal relationships and deepen wisdom to enable better decision-making. \nThere are 2 full-day workshops:  Part 1 and Part 2. Part 1 can be taken on its own or combined with Part 2.  Part 1 will introduce basic concepts and skills\, as well as illustrate ways that mindful leadership can be applied in day-to-day situations.  Part 2 will allow participants the opportunity to examine typical leadership challenges in greater depth\, using the skills of mindful leadership. \nEach workshop will involve a variety of mindfulness exercises. \nThese workshops are based on the book Mindful Leadership by Maria Gonzalez\, which will be on loan to participants. Audio practices will also be provided. \nCost (non HHS; must work in health care): $100
Staff cost (HHS Staff and Physicians): $75
 \nPart 1:  Friday\, April 22\, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Part 2:  Friday\, June 3\, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (Pre-requisite: Part 1)
 \nChedoke Site\, Wilcox Building\, Room B06
 \nAnna Taneburgo \nAndrea Frolic \nTO REGISTER:  www.centreforpeopledevelopment.ca \n  \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-leadership-for-formal-leaders
LOCATION:Chedoke Site\,Wilcox Building\, Room B06

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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160403T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160403T163000
DTSTAMP:20160308T054609Z
CREATED:20160308T054609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160308T054609Z
UID:10000056-1459677600-1459701000@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness & Wisdom: A Daylong Insight Meditation Retreat with Donna Paige & Jill Davey
DESCRIPTION:As we transition from Winter to Spring\, join us for a day of silence and witness the benefits of settling into the body and quieting the mind.  Mindfulness fosters a calm steadiness and present moment awareness.  Wisdom is cultivated through meditative and experiential inquiry.  Insight Meditation brings the integration of Mindfulness and Wisdom into our formal practice and daily lives\, creating a refuge for finding the ground as we navigate and welcome change.  Your daylong practice will be supported with instructions\, guided and silent meditation\, alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dharma talks and mindful eating. Curious about what it would be like to spend a contemplative day in silence with others?  New students are invited and encouraged to attend\, as well as those with meditation experience. Sunday\, April 3 10:00am-4:30pm $55 + HST registration required by March 18. A gluten-free vegetarian lunch will be provided by B.Love In the Buddhist tradition of generosity\, the teachers will be accepting ‘dana’ or donations at the end of the retreat to support the continuation of the teachings. Donna Paige has been engaged in Buddhist inquiry and practice for nearly 20 years.  She completed a 5-year Mentorship Program with Norman Feldman and Molly Swan in 2014 and has been influenced by teachers at Spirit Rock Meditation Centre in California\, Insight Meditation Society and Barre Centre for Buddhist Studies in Massachusetts.  Recently retired from a career as a Couple and Family Therapist\, Donna has been teaching Mindfulness and Insight Meditation classes at various venues in the Hamilton area since 2007. Jill Davey has been teaching Hatha Yoga and Meditation since 2003.  She is the founder and teacher at RiverSound Retreat in Fergus\, Ontario.  She has been devoted to studying and practicing Vipassana Meditation since her first retreat in 2008.  She is an experienced teacher and has been mentored by Molly Swan and Norman Feldman to lead residential retreats. Please forward any inquires to info@andreasoosyoga.com or call 905.627.9310. We hope you’ll join us!
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-wisdom-a-daylong-insight-meditation-retreat-with-donna-paige-jill-davey
LOCATION:Andrea Soos Yoga Studio\, 17 King St. E.\, Suite 204\,\, Dundas\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Andrea Soos Yoga":MAILTO:info@andreasoosyoga.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160331T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160526T190000
DTSTAMP:20160307T015846Z
CREATED:20160307T015820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160307T015846Z
UID:10000072-1459441800-1464289200@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:MBSR Program March 31 - May 29
DESCRIPTION:A new MBSR program will begin on Wednesday MARCH 30th\, 2016. This group will run every week for 8 weeks ending on Wednesday MAY 29th\, 2016. The retreat day will be scheduled for either WEDNESDAY MAY 4th or SATURDAY MAY 7th\, 2016 (group consensus). This course will help you by: · Introducing the theory and practice of mindfulness meditation which is based upon the mindfulness approach developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn . · Learning how to develop your own daily mindfulness meditation practice . · Learning how to enhance moment-to-moment awareness\, decrease emotional and physical symptoms\, and respond to stressors in more rewarding ways. “By living mindfully\, we can overcome stubborn mental patterns and live more joyfully.” Location – 326 Locke Street South  Time –     From 4:30 to 7:00 pm What to Bring  – nothing – there will be cushions/mats and a variety of different meditation devises for people to try out. If you are already a practitioner of meditation\, then feel free to bring your own. Dress in comfortable clothing and layers is best. We will be sitting on a carpeted floor – there are chairs for people that may have difficulty with the floor. The MBSR program cost is $300 for 8 weeks including the retreat day. Payments can be made by either Visa or Master Card and leave the details – name of cardholder\, V/MC # and expiry date on my answering machine 905 528-0257 which is private and confidential or email at suzmcbr@gmail.com I am look forward to getting this new program of Mindfullness Based Stress Reduction going. Please email if you have any questions and/or concerns prior to the start date and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Namaste\,   Susan Jung – Consciousness: Until you make the unconscious conscious\, it will direct your life and you will call it fate. May the Long Time Sun Shine Upon You\, All Love Surround You\,  And the Pure Light Within You\, Guide Your Way On Susan McBride suzmcbr@gmail.com www.susanmcbride.ca
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mbsr-program-march-31-may-29
LOCATION:Location\, 326 Locke Street South\, Hamilton\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160324T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160414T203000
DTSTAMP:20160308T175007Z
CREATED:20160308T175007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160308T175007Z
UID:10000058-1458846000-1460665800@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:MINDFUL PRACTICES FOR STRESS MANAGEMENT
DESCRIPTION:WHY PRACTICE MINDFULNESS? \nResearch indicates that four weeks of regular practice will restructure the brain in ways that will help you improve your ability to manage and cope with stress\, regulate emotions and improve your overall well-being. \nMINDFUL SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE \npresents a four-week introduction to mindfulness designed for individuals with limited or no mindfulness experience. Participants will explore the basics of simple mindfulness practices with an overview of the neuroscience that supports them. \n\nThursdays March 24 to April 14 \n7:00 pm to 8:30 pm \nMINDFUL SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE \n501 Templemead Drive\, Hamilton ON \nFacilitator: Arunas Antanaitis \nCLASS LIMITED TO 15 REGISTRANTS \nFEE: $75.00 plus Eventbrite Registration \n  \n  \nArunas Antanaitis is a retired high school teacher with 30 years experience and the co-founder of Mindful Solutions for Change\, delivering mindfulness-based programs for educators\, organizations and individuals. \nArunas is certified as a Mindfulness Meditation Specialist and Transformative Mindfulness Methods Facilitator\, trained at the University of Toronto Factor Intewash School Of Social Work. He is a trained \nfacilitator with Mindfulness Without Borders\, which delivers Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum to high school students. Arunas trained with Dekyi Lee Oldershaw at the Centre for Compassion and Wisdom\, and received certification as a facilitator in the 16 Guidelines\, and the 5 Tibetan Yogas. He is an associate facilitator with Mindfulness Everyday and board member of Centre of Compassion and Wisdom. \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-practices-for-stress-management-2
LOCATION:MINDFUL SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE\, 501 Templemead Drive\,\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Unnamed Organizer":MAILTO:Arunas@mindfulsolutionsforchange.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160323T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160525T193000
DTSTAMP:20160229T004622Z
CREATED:20160229T004315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160229T004622Z
UID:10000011-1458754200-1464204600@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for Healthcare Providers
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nThis 10-week course is geared specifically towards health care professionals and designed to promote both personal wellness and professional resilience and capacity. It provides the unique opportunity for health care professionals to develop their personal mindfulness practice as well as to examine the interface between mindfulness practice and the arts of healing and teaching. \nMindfulness is a non-judgmental way of relating to life circumstances so that they canbe approached with greater calm\, clarity and wisdom. \nOver 20 years of research has shown that MBSR participants report: \n\nLasting decreases in physical and psychological symptoms\nGreater ability to cope with stress\nGreater facility to learn\n Greater energy and enthusiasm for life\n\nProgram Goals: \n\nTo understand the conceptual foundation of mindfulness\nTo develop or deepen a personal meditation practice\nTo promote personal health\nTo promote professional resilience and capacity\nTo enhance interpersonal relationships\nTo learn to apply mindfulness in clinical practice and/or education\n\nFormat: \n\nGuided mindfulness meditation and yoga practices\nExercises to enhance awareness in everyday life\n Methods to deepen interpersonal communication\nDiscussion of ways to integrate mindfulness into clinical practice and/or education\n\n10-week Program\, plus all-day retreat \nDay of week: Tuesdays \nMar 22\, 2016 – May 24\, 2016 \n5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. \nAll-day silent retreat: Saturday\, May 14\, 2016 \nFor further information and application please visit http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/facdev/documents/MBSRsp2016.pdf \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-for-healthcare-providers
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160307T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160307T170000
DTSTAMP:20160307T093451Z
CREATED:20160307T093451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160307T093451Z
UID:10000031-1457337600-1457370000@mindfulnesshamilton.ca
SUMMARY:FINDING CLARITY AND BALANCE IN WORK AND LIFE: MINDFULNESS BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR) FOR HEALTHCARE PERSONNEL – 3 DAY INTENSIVE COURSE
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness is a way of meeting life’s challenges with greater calm and wisdom by practicing reflection and paying attention to the present moment with openness and curiosity. This course is designed to promote personal wellness and professional resiliency through mindfulness practices.  Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based practice; hundreds of peer reviewed articles have demonstrated that MBSR can significantly improve stress management\, increase compassion for self and others\, and enhance physical and emotional well-being.  MBSR helps people to gain greater awareness of the influences that affect their well being and learn to find balance and peace of mind in an often chaotic world. \nAnna Taneburgo \nAndrea Frolic \nCost HHS Staff and Physicians: $150
Cost Non- HHS Staff (must work in health care): $400
 \nWednesdays April 6 2016\, May 4 2016\, June 1 2016; 8:30am-4:30pm\, St. Peter’s Auditorium \n  \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/finding-clarity-and-balance-in-work-and-life-mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-mbsr-for-healthcare-personnel-3-day-intensive-course
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Auditorium\, 88 Maplewood Ave\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8M 1W9 \, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160301T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160301T170000
DTSTAMP:20160301T182440Z
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SUMMARY:MINDFUL PRACTICES FOR STRESS MANAGEMENT
DESCRIPTION:WHY PRACTICE MINDFULNESS? \nResearch indicates that four weeks of regular practice will restructure the brain in ways that will help you improve your ability to manage and cope with stress\, regulate emotions and improve your overall well-being. MINDFUL SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE presents a four-week introduction to mindfulness designed for individuals with limited or no mindfulness experience. Participants will explore the basics of simple mindfulness practices with an overview of the neuroscience that supports them. \nThursdays March 24 to April 14 \n7:00 pm to 8:30 pm \nMINDFUL SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE \n501 Templemead Drive\, Hamilton ON \nFacilitator: Arunas Antanaitis \nCLASS LIMITED TO 15 REGISTRANTS \nFEE: $75.00 plus Eventbrite Registration \nArunas Antanaitis is a retired high school teacher with 30 years experience and the co-founder of Mindful Solutions for Change\, delivering mindfulness-based programs for educators\, organizations and individuals. Arunas is certified as a Mindfulness Meditation Specialist and Transformative Mindfulness Methods Facilitator\, trained at the University of Toronto Factor Intewash School Of Social Work. He is a trained facilitator with Mindfulness Without Borders\, which delivers Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum to high school students. Arunas trained with Dekyi Lee Oldershaw at the Centre for Compassion and Wisdom\, and received certification as a facilitator in the 16 Guidelines\, and the 5 Tibetan Yogas. He is an associate facilitator with Mindfulness Everyday and board member of Centre of Compassion and Wisdom.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-practices-for-stress-management
ORGANIZER;CN="Arunas Antanaitis":MAILTO: Arunas@mindfulsolutionsforchange.com
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