Mondays,5:30-6:30 p.m.
Franklin King House Living Room
Over the course of the summer this group will learn and practice the primary mindfulness techniques offered in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction class series. Cultural and historical context will be offered whenever possible, emphasizing in particular the traditional lineage-based origins or specific practices and how these practices have been modified as they are brought into Western Buddhist and secular mindfulness communities.
No experience necessary. Drop-ins warmly welcomed: consistent participation encouraged. You don't have to make your mind go blank or sit without moving or suddenly feel calm and peaceful in order to gain wisdom, insight and a stronger sense of wellbeing through mindfulness practice! The group will begin with 15-30 minutes of guided mindfulness practice, followed by a debrief, clarification of technique and historical lineage, and discussion. Discussion focuses on direct experience of participants.