Program Objectives

The content for our programs are based on the successfully researched eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in combination with the science of mindfulness and case studies of organizations successfully adopting mindfulness practices.

Self-Awareness & Personal Leadership

• Regulation of attention and awareness of thoughts, emotions, and body sensations
• Impact of perceptions on thoughts and behavior
• Work with difficult thoughts and emotions
• Understanding how the mind, body, and emotions work together

Managing Uncertainty & Change

• Understanding stress
• Scientific evidence for mindfulness as a stress-reduction tool
• Tools to skillfully navigate the unexpected and work with change
• Self directed plan for daily mindfulness practice to enhance focus and resilience

Mindful Communications & Problem Solving

• Active listening and assertive speech
• Compassionate inquiry
• Problem Solving
• Tools to work with stress ‘on-the-go’

The different components in the program work together towards enhancing individual and collective well-being, productivity, and engagement at work. The combination of components we work with and the extent to which we delve in each of these areas would depend upon the program duration and needs of the particular client.

The Process

In Class

• Multimedia presentations
• Dyadic and group exercises
• Guided mindfulness meditation and mindful stretching
• One full day retreat to deepen the practices and skills learned

For Continued Practice

1. Handouts include articles, guidelines, and other supporting material
2. 4 CDs
3. Practice Manual with exercises and tools for deepening self awareness and mindful communications
4. Downloadable audio daily practice sessions for practice between sessions
5. Access and links to current mindfulness articles and research
6. Resources to support continued practice and learning

The Results

Some benefits participants can expect with completion of eight-week programs and daily practice are:

• Better attention and focus
• Improved cognitive flexibility
• Higher self esteem and self regulation
• Active engagement in relationships and work
• Lower stress, anxiety, and depression
• Lower reactivity and higher relatedness fulfillment
• Disengagement from automatic behaviors and unhealthy habits
• We offer pre and post measurements to evaluate changes in participants.

Course Objectives

The content for these programs are based on the successfully researched eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in combination with the research in mindfulness, self-awareness, and personal leadership.

Self-Awareness & Personal Leadership

• Regulation of attention and awareness of thoughts, emotions, and body sensations
• Impact of perceptions on thoughts and behavior
• Work with difficult thoughts and emotions
• Understanding how the mind, body, and emotions work together

Managing Uncertainty & Change

• Understanding stress
• Scientific evidence for mindfulness as a stress-reduction tool
• Tools to skillfully navigate the unexpected and work with change
• Self directed plan for daily mindfulness practice to enhance focus and resilience

Mindful Communications & Problem Solving

• Active listening and assertive speech
• Compassionate inquiry
• Problem Solving
• Tools to work with challenges ‘on-the-go’

The different components in the program work together towards enhancing self-awareness, compassionate inquiry, and personal leadership among the participating students. The extent to which we delve in each of these areas would depend upon the program duration and focus determined by the academic institution.

The Process

In Class

• Multimedia presentations
• Dyadic and group exercises
• Guided mindfulness meditation and mindful stretching
• One full day retreat to deepen the practices and skills learned

For Continued Practice

1. Handouts include articles, guidelines, and other supporting material
2. 4 CDs
3. Practice Manual with exercises and tools for deepening self awareness and mindful communications
4. Downloadable audio daily practice sessions for practice between sessions
5. Access and links to current mindfulness articles and research
6. Resources to support continued practice and learning

The Results

Some benefits participants can expect with completion of eight-week programs and daily practice are:

• Better attention and focus
• Improved cognitive flexibility
• Higher self esteem and self regulation
• Enhanced engagement and personal responsibility
• Lower stress, anxiety, and depression
• Lower reactivity and higher relatedness fulfillment
• Disengagement from automatic behaviors and unhealthy habits
• We offer pre and post measurements to evaluate changes in participants.

Healthcare

The content for these programs are based on the successfully researched eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in combination with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, mindfulness based interventions, and research in the specific areas in which the program is being created.

These programs are developed and typically taught with the specialist in that area. Please email us if you would like more information on such programs for your organization or a population that you are working with.

Sample Programs

• Addictions
• Anxiety
• Anger Management
• Schizophrenia
• Chronic Tic Disorder