Open to All Members!

Educational Component

What is Mindfulness? How can we be more mindful? What are the benefits of of mindfulness? Every week in August you will have an opportunity to learn more about mindfulness and be provided tools to cultivate your own mindfulness practice!

Virtual Activity

Presentation, Guided Meditation, Breathwork

Suggested Supplies

Yoga or Fitness Mat, small towel, bottled water

Mindfulness is the state of being present and aware while noticing our thoughts, emotions and physical body’s sensations. In this fast-paced world we live in, cultivating a mindfulness practice is one of the many ways we can care for mind and body. Studies show that a mindfulness practice may improve cardiovascular health, cognitive decline, cortisol levels and immune response and so much more!

Did you know that historical data shows that people have been practicing mindfulness for centuries. So, why are we hearing so much about meditation and mindfulness recently? From medical professionals to wellness experts, from schools to corporate workplaces, the theme of mindfulness is receiving more and more attention. Could it be that we are diving deeper into finding health and wellness practices to combat new diseases, added stress and improve overall wellness? Absolutely!

So, how can we be more mindful? Yes, we can meditate. And we will—join us Aug 19 @ 8pm for a guided meditation! But there are so many other ways to be mindful, check out (and try!) some of the ideas below:

• Focus on breath, just notice the inhalation and exhalation.
• Listen more carefully. When someone is speaking, allow yourself to just listen, rather than formulating what you will say next.
• Let your mind rest during routine activities. For example, when showering, allow yourself to be present in your senses rather than compiling your daily to-do list.
• When driving, rather than turn on the radio or call someone, allow yourself to drive in silence. Notice the lack of distractions.
• Start a gratitude journal, write down one thing you are grateful for every day.

Have you ever been on the phone with someone while parking your car and then you go into a store and when you come out you forgot where you parked? This is a perfect example of not being present. Yes, your BODY was present; driving the car, walking, etc but your MIND was not present.

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqdOyuqD0sGdY4DXo9eCpO7u7wOOGuhIGT