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SUMMARY:Mindfulness for Stress Reduction
DESCRIPTION:This 6-week program involves: \n* A brief overview of mindfulness: What is it?  How does it work? \n* How can it help me reduce stress in my personal life and in my work? \n* Mindfulness practices\, including both seated and movement practices \n* Strategies to bring mindfulness into everyday life \n\nIt is primarily practice-based\, with teachings arising out of the participants’ experience.  Therefore\, it is suitable for those new to mindfulness and those wishing to continue their practice in a supportive environment.  \nGroup size is limited to 6 persons for personalized guidance. \nLocation is a private studio in west Hamilton – directions will be available upon registration. \nAudio practices\, reading and AV materials are sent out weekly. \n\nThe course is taught by Anna Taneburgo\, B.S.W.\, M.Ed.\, C.S.W.  Anna has trained as a mindfulness teacher and has been teaching mindfulness for over 10 years.  She has taught at McMaster University\, Hamilton Health Sciences\, St. Joseph’s Hospital\, Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital and Halton Healthcare\, as well as in her private practice.
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SUMMARY:Mindful Self Compassion 8 week course
DESCRIPTION:September 26\, 2018 – November 14\, 2018        Retreat  October 27 9:30-1:30 \nMelrose United Church\, 86 Homewood Avenue\nHamilton\, Ontario L8P2M2 Canada + Google Map \nmindfulselfcompassionhamilton.ca \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: \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 \nFacilitators: Barbara Smith and Mary Linda Burgess\, Trained MSC teachers since 2015 \n  \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-self-compassion-8-week-course-2
LOCATION:Melrose United Church\, 86 Homewood Avenue\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P2M2\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Smith":MAILTO:info@mindfulselfcompassion.ca
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SUMMARY:8-Week MBSR Course - Oakville\, October 9\, 2018
DESCRIPTION:The 8 week\, 9 session MBSR curriculum is based on an intensive training in mindfulness meditation. Embedded within the context of Mind/Body and Integrative Medicine\, the MBSR curriculum focuses on the cultivation of both ‘formal and ‘informal’ mindfulness practices as a foundation  for psychological and emotional resilience that can be utilized across your entire life. Two decades of published research indicate that the majority of people who complete this course experience: \n\nReduced stress\, anxiety and depression\nImprovements with pain\, tiredness and headaches\nIncreased awareness and concentration\nIncreased perception and memory\nGreater energy and enthusiasm for life\nImproved self-esteem\nAn ability to cope more effectively with both short and long term stressful situations\n\nWHEN: \nTuesday October 9th\, 2018 | 6.30pm-8.00pm \nClass Dates: 8 Tuesdays: October 16\, 23\, 39. November 6\, 13\, 20\, 27. December 4 Class Time: 6.30pm-9.00pm \nAll Day Retreat: Saturday November 17\, 9am – 4pm. We understand plans change. If you can’t attend our MBSR retreat\, Wake Up Kate offers all MBSR students the option to join one of our other 1-day Retreats for free. \nWHERE: \nMacLachlan College | 337 Trafalgar Road | Oakville | Ontario \nFor full details on what the course includes\, how to prepare and whether it is right for you\, please visit this link: https://www.wakeupkate.com/shop/8-week-mbsr-course-oct-2018
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/8-week-mbsr-course-oakville-october-9-2018
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SUMMARY:Community Yoga Social
DESCRIPTION:Experience a retreat day of yoga\, meditation\, and reflection. Event supports Student Open Circles. This community based event will give you the opportunity to learn more about yoga\, meditation\, and reflective practices. 100% of the proceeds from your ticket are going towards servicing volunteer groups in our community and supporting students in their positive mental health\, personal discovery\, and leadership development. \nFull or half day option available. \nFor more information on schedule and tickets:  \nwww.canadahelps.org/en/charities/student-open-circles/events/yogasocial2018/ \nwww.facebook.com/events/290554488407915/ \nwww.StudentOpenCircles.com \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/community-yoga-social
LOCATION:Hamilton Family Health Team\, 123 James St N\, second floor\, Hamilton\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Discovering Resilience Through Applied Mindfulness (DRAM) 1: Foundations of Mindfulness: Historical Origins and Contemporary Practice
DESCRIPTION:Through this course\, participants will:\n• Identify the knowledge and skills necessary to\nbegin a mindfulness practice\n• Experience basic mindfulness meditation\npractices\n• Explore strategies that support reflection of self\nin relation to our work and personal lives\n• Identify opportunities to integrate basic\nmindfulness practices and strategies into our\nlives \nAbout the Course:\nMindfulness is the skill of paying attention to the present\nmoment as it unfolds without judgment\, and is both a\npractice and a way of living. These principles and practices\nare being embraced by corporations\, healthcare\norganizations and teaching institutions as a means to bring\nfocus\, calm\, creativity and resilience to the workplace.\nWith a history spanning 2500 years\, mindfulness can be\nused in our modern world to deepen compassion for\nourselves and others\, and to help manage stress in our\nwork and home lives.\nThere is mounting scientific evidence that these ancient\npractices and concepts have positive impacts on our\nbrains\, minds\, bodies\, behaviors and relationships.\nParticipants in this workshop will be introduced to the\nhistory and science of mindfulness\, and discover\nopportunities for integration in education\, healthcare and\ndaily life. Through experiential activities\, participants will\nlearn the basics of mindfulness meditation and be invited\nto develop or deepen their personal practice. \nFor more information and to register go to: https://fhs.mcmaster.ca/facdev/documents/Dram2018-2019bro.pdf \nTo view testimonials of past DRAM participants go to written: https://fhs.mcmaster.ca/facdev/documents/DRAM2018Testimonial.pdf \nvideo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nbBXl0eY7KAD_Y1gBEg2g \nDRAM 1 – Foundations of Mindfulness: Historical Origins and Contemporary Practice\nOct. 13-14\, 2018   Pre-requisite: None \nDRAM 2 – The Neuroscience of Mindfulness\nNov. 16-17\, 2018   Pre-requisite: None \nDRAM 3 – Being the Change: Growing Civility and Resilience through Secular Ethics and Mindfulness\nJan. 26-27\, 2019    Pre-requisite: Prior mindfulness experience \nDRAM 4 – Integrating Mindfulness into Personal and Professional Life\nMar 22-23\, 2019     Pre-requisite: Prior mindfulness course and a desire to deepen personal mindfulness practice\, and apply mindfulness skills in the workplace
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/discovering-resilience-through-applied-mindfulness-1-foundations-of-mindfulness-historical-origins-and-contemporary-practice
LOCATION:McMaster Innovation Park\, 175 Longwood Road South\,\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="McMaster University Program for Faculty Development":MAILTO:dicroce@mcmaster.ca
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