Ben teaches regular Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction classes in the Albury/Wodonga region. For enquiries and registrations, please contact Ben on 0419 699 306 or at bordermbsr@gmail.com.
SERVICES
Welcome to Border MBSR
The Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course is an eight week experiential programme that teaches mindfulness based meditation and gentle yoga practices with the intent of improving the quality of your life. The course is based on the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program established by Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical Centre in 1979. MBSR has an extensive research basis and has been shown to be helpful in reducing stress and enhancing well-being.
Mindfulness can be defined as “Paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment and non-judgementally.” (Kabat-Zinn, 1994). The development of mindfulness can lead to a greater sense of ease that is nurtured through a direct and open relationship to things as they are. This can help to cut through reactive ways of thinking and acting, and allow space for more creative ways of participating in your own life to emerge.
Research conducted by the University of Massachusetts Medical School has shown that MBSR course participants have developed :
- An increased ability to relax
- Reductions in pain levels and an enhanced ability to cope with pain that may not go away
- Greater energy and enthusiasm for life
- Improved self-esteem
- An ability to cope more effectively with both short and long-term stressful situations
The course is suitable for both the absolute beginner and for those wishing to further explore their meditation practice in an open and supportive environment. Each weekly class runs for two hours and there is a full-day class held on a weekend. Participants will receive a workbook and four CDs containing guided meditation practices.
Course Details
Courses are typically run four times per year, and the next course will start mid April 2012. To be added to the mailing list, register for a course, or if you wish to make a general enquiry, please contact Ben via email at bordermbsr@gmail.com or call on 0419 699 306.
About the Teacher
Ben has over 10 years of meditation experience and completed his MBSR teacher training through OpenGround. Meditation is an integral part of Ben’s life and he has a strong desire to share his knowledge with others.
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Australian Teachers of Meditation Association Member
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction - Teacher Training, and Teacher Development Intensive.
Meditation
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