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SUMMARY:Mindful Connection & Networking: A Mindfulness Hamilton in person workshop Weds April 29
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\nMindfulness Hamilton presents Mindful Connection & Networking. Join us for an evening of connection with the Mindfulness Hamilton community \n\n\n\n\nMindfulness Hamilton: Mindful Connection & Networking \nJoin us for an intentional evening of connection with the Mindfulness Hamilton community. \nThis gathering offers a different kind of networking experience — one rooted in presence\, curiosity\, and authentic conversation. Through guided meditation\, structured connection activities\, and open community mingling\, you will have the opportunity to meet people who share an interest in mindfulness\, wellbeing\, and be part of creating a supportive community in Hamilton. \nWhether you practice mindfulness\, teach mindfulness or you are simply curious about mindfulness\, you are welcome. \nTogether\, we will slow down\, connect meaningfully\, and explore how mindfulness can continue to grow through community. \nSchedule: \n5:30 – 5:45pm: Arrival + Gentle Landing \n5:45 – 5:55pm: Opening + Land Acknowledgement \n5:55 – 6:00pm: Guided Meditation \n6:00 – 6:30pm: Guided Connection Activity \n6:30 – 7:15pm: Open Networking + Mingling \n7:15 – 7:25pm: Guided Meditation \n7:25 – 7:30pm: Closing \nNo prior meditation experience is required \nCome as you are \nTo register go to EVENT BRITE
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-connection-networking-a-mindfulness-hamilton-in-person-workshop-weds-april-29
LOCATION:Hamilton Central Library\, 55 York Blvd.\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mindfulness Hamilton Events,Post on Homepage
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Through Photography:  July 27 and August 17  9:30 - 10:30 AM
DESCRIPTION:Interested in using photography as a way to practice mindfulness?   Mindful photography encourages being present in the moment\, enhances awareness & connection with the environment\, promotes relaxation and creativity\, and helps to develop a greater appreciation of the beauty around us. \nJoin me for an informal walk in nature at the unique Urquhart Butterfly Garden in Dundas (https://urquhartbutterfly.com). \nJuly 27\, 2025 and August 17th @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am \nMap location:  https://maps.app.goo.gl/w2SVq49tfXDjnW8K7 \n.Any camera will do including your phone.  Washrooms not available.  Free parking.  Bring water\, sunscreen and bug spray. \nInstructor: Patrice Palmer (M.Ed.\, M.A.) is an adult educator with 30 years of experience teaching in Canada and Hong Kong.  She currently teaches Positive Education at WLU and taught Positive Psychology\, the science of human flourishing\, at Mohawk College.  Patrice is a Mindfulness Facilitator and Yoga Teacher (RYT 200) and likes to incorporate mindful movement in her facilitation. She is interested in exploring how art\, nature and photography can be integrated into mindfulness practices.   \nThese sessions are free but please register at Eventbrite.  \n  \n“Take nothing but pictures\, leave nothing but footprints\, kill nothing but time” – Roots & Shoots.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-through-photography-two-workshops-july-27-and-august-17-930-1030-am/2025-08-17
LOCATION:Urquhard Butterfly Garden Dundas Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Meditate at Central Library
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to spend a peaceful hour meditating with others at the Central Library in downtown Hamilton. The sessions will be led by experienced facilitators\, giving you exposure to different approaches to mindfulness meditation from mostly guided to mostly silent. The meditation period is 30-45 minutes followed by 15 minutes of questions and discussion.  \nNo matter your level of experience with mindful meditation\, you will benefit from this hour break from everyday life. \nNo registration is required. Simply drop in and enjoy.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/meditate-at-central-library/2024-12-17
LOCATION:Hamilton Central Library\, 55 York Blvd.\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mindfulness Hamilton Events,Post on Homepage
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SUMMARY:Meditate at Sherwood Library
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to spend a peaceful hour meditating with others at the Sherwood Library. The sessions will be led by experienced facilitators\, giving you exposure to different approaches to mindfulness meditation from mostly guided to mostly silent. The meditation period is 30-45 minutes followed by 15 minutes of questions and discussion.  \nNo matter your level of experience with mindful meditation\, you will benefit from this hour break from everyday life. \nNo registration is required. Simply drop in and enjoy. \nNote: There is NO session on Thanksgiving monday.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/meditate-at-sherwood-library-2/2024-11-25
LOCATION:Sherwood Library (467 Upper Ottawa)\, 467 Upper Ottawa Street\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8T 3T3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mindfulness Hamilton Events,Post on Homepage
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SUMMARY:Meditate at Stoney  Creek Library
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to spend a peaceful hour meditating with others at the Stoney Creek Library. The sessions will be led by experienced facilitators\, giving you exposure to different approaches to mindfulness meditation from mostly guided to mostly silent. The meditation period is 30-45 minutes followed by 15 minutes of questions and discussion.  \nNo matter your level of experience with mindful meditation\, you will benefit from this hour break from everyday life. \nNo registration is required. Simply drop in and enjoy.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/meditate-at-stoney-creek-library/2024-10-24
LOCATION:Stoney Creek Library\, 777 Highway 8\, Stoney Creek\, ON\, L8K2M7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mindfulness Hamilton Events,Post on Homepage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T160000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Hamilton Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:No phone. No talking. Just Being. \nDuring these turbulent times everyday life can feel overwhelming as we are inundated daily with problems we just can’t solve. Join mindfulness teachers Allison Liss and Melanie Schwindt for a silent retreat experience designed for beginners and experienced practitioners.  \nSilent meditation provides a rare opportunity to rejuvenate\, reconnect with our true nature\, develop deeper inner peace and cultivate loving kindness and compassion for oneself and others. \nThis full day of silence includes guided seated meditation\, walking meditation (which may include an outdoor walk)\, a sound bath to enhance your meditative experience\, and a vegetarian lunch. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your own mat and cushion if you want to sit on the floor. The location\, St. Cuthbert’s Presbyterian Church in Westdale\, has comfortable chairs and room to move around.  \nIf you have ever thought you might like to attend a silent retreat\, or wondered what it would be like to withdraw from the world for a day\, this is your chance to try out the experience. If you are an experienced meditator\, this will give you a chance to spend a day in meditative silence without venturing too far from home. \n“You can’t stop the waves\, but you can learn to SURF!” \nJon Kabot Zinn \nFAQ Questions for the Silent Retreat on October 19th\n\nWhat is a silent retreat?\nA silent retreat is a designated time for individuals to disconnect from the external world\, refrain from talking\, and engage in mindfulness and meditation practices to cultivate inner peace and self-awareness.\nWho can attend the retreat?\nThe retreat is open to both beginners and experienced meditators. Anyone interested in experiencing the benefits of silence and mindfulness is welcome to join.\nWhat should I bring to the retreat?\nWear comfortable clothing and bring a blanket if you wish. Chairs are available but if you prefer to sit on the floor\, bring a mat and a cushion  \nWill there be guidance during the retreat?\nYes\, the retreat will include guided seated meditations\, walking meditations\, and a sound bath led by experienced mindfulness teachers Allison Liss and Melanie Schwindt.\nIs the retreat completely silent?\nFor participants\, yes. To fully experience the benefits of mindfulness and meditation you will remain in silence from about 9:30am to 3:30pm.  \nWhat is included in the retreat fee?\nThe retreat fee includes a full day of guided meditations\, walking meditation\, a sound bath\, and a vegetarian lunch.\nWhere is the retreat being held?\nThe retreat will take place at St. Cuthbert’s Presbyterian Church in Westdale. The church offers a serene environment with comfortable chairs and space for movement.\nWhat should I wear to the retreat?\nWe recommend that you dress in layers and wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely and sit comfortably for extended periods.\nDo I need to have previous meditation experience to attend?\nNo prior meditation experience is necessary. The retreat is suitable for beginners as well as experienced meditators.\nHow can I register for the retreat? \nYou can register for the retreat through Eventbrite  \nWhat happens if I need to cancel my registration? \nRefunds are issued up to 1 day before the event through eventbrite. Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable. \nWill meals be provided?\nYes\, a vegetarian lunch and drinks will be provided. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions in advance.\nCan I bring my own food and drinks?\nThis is not recommended as eating is included in the silent meditation. We will provide healthy vegan and gluten free options. Please let us know if you  have specific dietary needs or preferences by emailing us at info@mindfulnesshamilton.ca.  \nIs there parking available at the venue? Do buses serve the area?\nParking is available on the side streets surrounding St. Cuthbert’s Presbyterian Church with no time limit on Saturdays. Please come early to ensure you give yourself time to find a parking spot. St. Cuthberts is in Westdale near McMaster University\, which is served by several bus routes. The University bus (51) stops in front of St. Cuthberts. Please check the HSR schedule for routes and schedules\nIs the venue accessible?\nYes\, there are steps to the retreat venue and to the bathroom\, but there is an elevator available. Let us know if you have any concerns info@mindfulnesshamilton.ca.\nHow can I prepare for the retreat?\nConsider practicing mindfulness and meditation in the days leading up to the retreat. Arrive with an open mind and be prepared to embrace silence.\n\nWhat should I do if I have more questions?\nFeel free to contact us through our website or social media channels if you have any additional questions or concerns. info@mindfulnesshamilton.ca.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-hamilton-silent-retreat
LOCATION:St. Cuthbert’s Presbyterian Church\, 2 Bond St N\, Hamilton\, ON\, L8S 3W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mindfulness Hamilton Events,Post on Homepage
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SUMMARY:What is Mindfulness? A free information session and panel discussion.
DESCRIPTION:Join three experienced teachers from Mindfulness Hamilton for a free information session and panel discussion on the benefits of meditation and mindfulness.Registration is required. Please register through the library at https://hpl.libnet.info/event/11178477 \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/what-is-mindfulness-a-free-information-session-and-panel-discussion
LOCATION:Hamilton Central Library\, 55 York Blvd.\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Mindfulness Hamilton Events,Post on Homepage
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T100000
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SUMMARY:Meditate at Love My Mat
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Hamilton invites you to attend free mindfulness meditation drop-ins at the Love My Mat storefront 809 King Street E.   \nEach session will be led by a volunteer facilitator\, giving you an experience with different approaches to mindfulness meditation from mostly guided to mostly silent. The meditation period is about 45 minutes followed by 15 minutes of questions and discussion.  \nBring your own meditation cushion and mat if you have them. We will have some extras on hand and will provide chairs as well. You may want a blanket as well.  \nLove My Mat is a lovely storefront space with lots of light\, wooden floors\, a peaceful decor and is wheelchair accessible. You can park on King St in front of the store (unless it snows)\, in the CUPE parking lot on Stirton Street (west of Love My Mat)\, or on a side street. Several bus routes travel along King Street if you are coming on public transit. Love My Mat is at 809 King St. E. near Sherman. \nYou are welcome to decide to come at the last minute. However we ask that you  register in advance if possible so that we can notify you if there are any changes in the schedule. Registering will also put you on a list to be notified of other meditation opportunities we are planning for the future.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/meditate-at-love-my-mat
LOCATION:Love My Mat\, 809 King St E\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T190000
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SUMMARY:Meditation at the Hamilton Central Library (55 York Blvd.) Tuesdays\, April 2 to June 11 6:00 - 7:00 pm\, FREE
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to spend a peaceful hour meditating with others at the Central Library in downtown Hamilton. The sessions will be led by experienced facilitators\, giving you exposure to different approaches to mindfulness meditation from mostly guided to mostly silent. The meditation period is 30-45 minutes followed by 15 minutes of questions and discussion. \nNo matter your level of experience with mindful meditation\, you will benefit from this hour break from everyday life. \nNo registration is required. Simply drop in and enjoy.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/meditation-at-the-hamilton-central-library-55-york-blvd-tuesdays-april-2-to-june-11-600-700-pm-free/2024-06-11
LOCATION:Hamilton Central Library\, 55 York Blvd.\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Post on Homepage
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SUMMARY:Meditation at the Hamilton Central Library (55 York Blvd.) Tuesdays\, January 16 to March 26\, 6:00 - 7:00 pm\, FREE
DESCRIPTION:The sessions will be led by a group of Mindfulness Hamilton members who have volunteered to facilitate. The format varies from week to week but will usually consist of a combination of guided meditation\, silent meditation\, sometimes seated\, sometimes moving. Participants vary from people completely completely new to meditation to experienced meditators. There is always time for comments and questions and answers in the last 15 minutes of the sessions.\nNo registration is required. Simply drop in and enjoy. Please ask at the information desk for directions as to where we will meet. \nPlease note there will not be a session on March 12.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/meditation-at-the-hamilton-central-library-55-york-blvd-tuesdays-january-16-to-march-26-600-700-pm-free/2024-03-26
LOCATION:Hamilton Central Library\, 55 York Blvd.\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
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SUMMARY:A Mindful Evening with Life Coach and Certified Personal Trainer Ernie Schramayr
DESCRIPTION:Ernie is a former Hamilton Tiger-Cat player who has been providing personal training and medical exercise services in and around Hamilton since 1993. He has recently launched the “IMPACT Life Coaching Program with Ernie Schramayr” while continuing to write the weekly Fitness Solutions column for The Hamilton Spectator. Here is a LINK to a recent Spectator article about Ernie’s mindfulness practice. For more information about Ernie go to LINK. \nErnie is also a regular meditator who understands how a mindfulness practice can improve daily life in hectic times. He says “Be careful of the theme you adopt for your life” and in this workshop we will explore what that means. The evening includes a presentation\, meditation practice\, and a “salon” style interactive discussion that encourages active participation from attendees. \nThis evening is for you if you:\n-enjoy listening to a seasoned speaker with an interesting story to tell\n-would like to expand your ideas around mental\, emotional\, and physical well-being\,\n-are looking for ways to weave mindfulness into your everyday life \nYou can expect an inspiring talk\, a stimulating discussion\, and an expanded vision of how to incorporate mindfulness into daily life.
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/a-mindful-evening-with-life-coach-and-certified-personal-trainer-ernie-schramayr
LOCATION:St. Cuthbert’s Presbyterian Church\, 2 Bond Street North\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 3W1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Everyday Mindfulness in Movement and Stillness with Steve Ferrell
DESCRIPTION:Traditionally\, Yoga and meditation walked hand-in-hand. The two are complimentary practices\, that when blended together can help us move through our lives with more presence\, more awareness and less reactivity. In this day-long retreat\, Steve Ferrell will be blending Yoga and movement practices with meditation practices\, as well as teaching how to pull these practices into a well-rounded approach to living mindfulness in everyday life. \nHumans are creatures of movement and action. Whereas meditation as commonly taught teaches us how to observe\, settle and interact with the mind\, primarily through stillness\, yoga teaches us how to use the wisdom from meditation and put it into action. And meditation teaching is evolving to an emphasis on how to integrate mindfulness practices into daily life. We can practice mindfulness while in stillness or in motion. The goal is to become more present and engaged with our inner world as we move through an outer world. \nThe day will consist of movement practices\, designed to draw more attention to the interaction between body\, mind and world\, mixed with meditation practices for beginner and more experienced meditators. Throughout the day\, Steve will also be giving small talks about how to integrate Mindfulness practices into everyday life\, showing us that practice does not have to stop when we leave the meditation cushion or the Yoga mat. Steve is a strong believer that the cushion and the mat are the training ground for us to cultivate more mindfulness into the rest of our lives\, thus creating a life of presence\, curiosity and engagement. \nThe yoga will be simple and accessible for people who have not taken yoga before but will be fully engaging for people who practice yoga regularly as the moment-to-moment awareness of body and mind is emphasized. Chair yoga will be demonstrated and can used as needed for anyone who has difficulty getting up and down from the floor. \nMeet the teacher in a recent interview at this LINK \nAbout the teacher: Steve Ferrell (E-RYT200\, YACEP) teaches Yoga/Movement\, Ayurveda\, Meditation\, and Mindfulness practices in the Hamilton area and nationally. Steve has been studying and practicing Yoga and meditation for over a decade. Over this time he has studied with many different techniques from different lineages of Yoga\, and Buddhism as well as studying Western-based cognitive-behavioural perspectives such as ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy/Training) and FAP (Functional Analytic Psychotherapy). He believes that mindfulness practice is essential for survival in an over-stimulated\, “Attention Deficit Society”. He also strongly believes in the power of meditative practice to help stabilize attention\, calm habitual thought patterns\, and centre one’s self directly in the middle of their life. He helps his students find the simplicity and beauty within the work of sitting and mindfulness-based practices. Steve’s teaching blends movement\, breath and mind/ body awareness\, mindfulness practices\, some comedy\, and active student engagement to help people more easily connect to the present moment and move from that place of presence. He is a popular teacher of the meditation portion of yoga teacher training courses. \nHe has worked with and finds the most inspiration from teachers such as Michael Stone\, Matthew Remski\, Susi Hately\, Eihei Peter Levitt\, Dr. Steven C. Hayes\, Dr. Mavis Tsai\, Dr. Robert Kolenber and Shinzen Young. Other teachers who have influenced his approach include John Dunne\, Evan Thompson\, Roshi Enkyo O’Hara\, and Pascal Auclair \nSteve has also recently co-authored his first book. A clinical manual\, primarily geared to mental health professionals but also for Yoga Professionals: Mindful Yoga-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. \nSteve also holds the designation of YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider) to provide continuing education for Yoga Alliance registered Yoga professionals. \nWho might be interested in coming? This workshop is designed to appeal to a broad range of people. \n\nIf your main mindfulness practice is meditation in stillness this day will help you build your capacity for mindfulness in movement.\n\n\nIf you mainly practice yoga\, this day will give you a deeper experience with formal and informal meditation practices\, also increasing your ability to be mindful\n\n\nIf you already practice yoga and meditation this day will help you deepen and further integrate those grooves of mind-body-world connection.\n\n\nIf you don’t practice meditation or yoga but are interested in both\, this will be a great introduction.\n\n\nAll are welcome no matter their level of experience with mindfulness\, meditation\, or yoga.\n\nWhat the day looks like: \nThe day will start with a brief ‘housekeeping’ segment. This will be followed by an introduction and the first of a series of short talks by Steve around the functions of practice as well as\, techniques and philosophies we will be working with\, followed by a brief Q&A. \nWe will then settle into an ‘All levels’ Yoga practice to help bring more attention into the body-mind as a set-up to being able more stable and open as we move into sitting practice. \nSitting practice will start with 10-15 minutes followed by a 10-15 minute walking meditation and followed with another sit. This pattern will be repeated throughout the day\, with the periods of practice gradually increasing through the day\, up to to 30 minute periods. \nOther than lunch and Q&A periods\, the rest of our time will be spent in contemplative silence. This sets the stage for the process of being able to me more inward without the distraction or desire of conversation. In this way we allow our practice to be felt and experienced without the need to explain it. \nWe will have 15-minute mid-morning and mid-afternoon water in/water out and snack breaks as well as a 1 hr. lunch (the lunch period will not be in silence). \nAfter lunch we will engage in another Yoga practice followed by periods of sitting and walking meditation. The day will finish with a final Yoga session\, followed by a discussion about strategies as to how we might continue to practice following this day long retreat including recommendations about various resources to assist in both movement and meditation practice and a final brief Q&A and a final bow. \nTo keep the costs down\, we are asking participants to bring a brown bag lunch. Snacks and drinks will be supplied at morning and afternoon breaks. Please bring a spill proof container for beverages and dress comfortably in layers. For yoga please bring a mat\, and for seated meditation whatever you normally use\, or if you don’t usually meditate\, a bolster and cushions to allow your pelvic to tip forward while seated. Chairs are also available\, but please feel free to bring a cushion for greater comfort. \nIf you are associated with another organization that promotes mindfulness please note that there is a community mindfulness resources table at the event and you are welcome to bring publicity materials. \nQuestions: info@mindfulnesshamilton.ca \nWebsite: mindfulnesshamilton.ca \nLocation: McMaster Innovation Park 195 Longwood Ave Hamilton \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/everyday-mindfulness-in-movement-and-stillness-with-steve-ferrell-in-person-and-on-zoom
LOCATION:McMaster Innovation Park\, 175 Longwood Road South\,\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Mindful Awareness and Self-Regulation Skills Supporting Excellence in Life
DESCRIPTION:For further information and to register go to LINK
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindful-awareness-and-self-regulation-skills-supporting-excellence-in-life
LOCATION:McMaster Innovation Park\, 175 Longwood Road South\,\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T190000
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SUMMARY:Transforming Anxiety with Mindfulness: an Evening Workshop with Erika Casperson Nov 17
DESCRIPTION:How we can use mindfulness and meditation practices to find balance\, calm and strength \nIn this workshop you will learn about why human beings are naturally so anxious. There is almost no one who has not experienced stress and anxiety before or during this covid-19 pandemic.   \nYou will learn how regular simple mindfulness exercises can help you access internal resources and restore emotional equilibrium and resilience at this stressful time and beyond.  \nThe evening will include some theory\, practical mindfulness exercises and techniques\, questions & discussion\, reflection and teaching around what arises for participants during the session.  \nThis workshop will be suitable for participants with all levels of experience with mindfulness. \nAbout the Presenter \n \nErika is passionate about helping others discover their own capacity for healing\, resilience and well-being. She is a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher in awareness and compassion based practices have received training from her teachers Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. Erika is also a Unified Mindfulness Level 2 Coach. She is a Registered Kinesiologist\, Certified Exercise Physiologist and Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying) specializing in spiritual psychotherapy. Erika has recently embarked upon her Master’s Degree in Consciousness\, Spirituality and Transpersonal Psychology. \nQuestions? MindfulnessHamilton@gmail.com \nTickets; Go to Event Brite
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/transforming-anxiety-with-mindfulness-an-evening-workshop-with-erika-casperson-nov-17
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T210000
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SUMMARY:Chronic Pain and the Role of Mindfulness with Amy Hondronicols: An Evening Workshop with Amy Hondronicals Oct 5 2021
DESCRIPTION:This will be an interactive workshop with a number of mindfulness practices and time for Q&A \nAmy will define chronic pain and mindfulness\, from the context of her approach to practice of physiotherapy.   \nShe will discuss:  \n\nThe existence of pain with and without damage\, the example of phantom limb pain\, and how the context affects pain perception.\nNeuroplasticity and how is that related to mindfulness. She will discuss brain maps\, how they are affected by pain and injury\, use\, and mindfulness.\nThe stress response in pain and the acute and long-term changes that can happen. \n\n\nThe connection between thoughts\, emotions and pain \nMindful strategies to help cope with chronic pain: movement\, graduated challenges\, breathing practices\, progressive muscle relaxation\, positive self-talk\, and education \n\n  \nAmy is a physiotherapist working in a public setting. She encounters people dealing with chronic pain on a daily basis\, and this has shaped her practice to be aware of the factors that affect pain in every interaction. She thinks that mindfulness plays a key role in how physiotherapy can help people move better\, and cope with pain. In particular\, she is interested in how mindful movement can power change in the nervous system. Some of her favourite ways to move are sailing on the Bay or biking through Hamilton! 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/chronic-pain-and-the-role-of-mindfulness-with-amy-hondronicols-an-evening-workshop-with-amy-hondronicals
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T065805
CREATED:20210408T174033Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in Sleep and Dreams with Jivasu:  a half day workshop Saturday Sept. 18 2021
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Sept 18\, 2021 9:00 – 12:00 By Zoom \nDreams and sleep play an important role in healing\, \ creativity\, and spiritual growth. They are part of our subconscious and protect the brain in many ways\, including reducing information overload\, removing toxic energy of trauma through nightmares\, informing about repressed emotions and desires\, helping us to learn\, and accessing our creativity. Many great inventions\, including the discovery of DNA structure occurred in a dream. \nWe can train ourselves to meditate in dreams to experience higher levels of consciousness.  In Tibetan Buddhism\, a full yoga of dreams and sleep was created for this purpose. In Indian tradition\, the dream state is described as a distinct state of consciousness. In many ancient healing traditions\, dream diagnosis is used to assess the state of a person’s health. \nThis retreat is suitable for beginners\, intermediate\, or advanced meditators. \nIn this workshop\, you will learn about the science\, psychology\, and spirituality of sleep and dreams. You will practice techniques to remember and interpret dreams for healing\, creativity\, and spiritual growth. The workshop will include talk\, question and answer sessions\, and the practice of breathing exercises and meditation. \nJivasu is a physician\, spiritual teacher and the founder of the Natural Spirituality movement. Natural Spirituality is to unlock the powers of the Natural Self. It is grounded in science and the body. He has also studied mind-body medicine at Harvard. He teaches Natural Spirituality\, Nada Yoga (Yoga of sacred chants and music)\, Kundalini Yoga and Mind-Body Medicine all over the world. \nTo register go to Event Brite \nQuestions?mindfulnesshamilton@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-in-sleep-and-dreams-with-jivasu-a-half-day-workshop-saturday-sept-18-2021
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T065805
CREATED:20210125T035249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T033016Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Hamilton  presents Mindful Self Compassion: A Saturday Morning Retreat via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is an empirically-supported program designed to cultivate self-compassion and is based on the ground     breaking 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\, reduced anxiety\, depression and stress levels\, maintenance of healthy habits such as diet and exercise\, as well as more 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 time for Q&A and discussion. \n \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 \nFor tickets go to Event Brite
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-hamilton-presents-mindful-self-compassion-a-saturday-morning-retreat-via-zoom
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T210000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness\, Stress Reduction\, and Resilience; An Evening Workshop with Anju Joshi
DESCRIPTION:Extensive research has revealed that practicing mindfulness can help to reduce anxiety and stress and increase resilience. In this session\, we will explore how mindfulness can help you become more resilient and experience more contentment and peace in your daily life. \n \nThis workshop includes: \n\nA variety of approaches to practicing mindfulness\nGentle breath awareness techniques\nMindful movement\n\nThere will Q&A and opportunity for discussion. \nAbout the Presenter\nAnju is a retired gerontologist from McMaster University’s Department of Health\, Aging and Society.      She has been practicing yoga and meditation for      twenty years and is a trained and experienced      yoga and meditation teacher. \nFor tickets please go to Event Brite 
URL:https://mindfulnesshamilton.ca/event/mindfulness-stress-reduction-and-resilience-an-evening-workshop-with-anju-joshi
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T210000
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CREATED:20210125T000417Z
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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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