About the Course Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an innovative eight week program which cultivates mental, physical and psychological resilience. What does the course involve? - a 2.5 hour class once a week for eight weeks plus one full day - mindfulness meditation training - yoga and body awareness training - exploration of patterns of thinking, feeling and action - brief lectures and discussions - individual feedback and support - commitment to daily homework practice using CDs and course book What can I expect? - increased ability to relax - more energy and enthusiasm for life - improved self esteem - greater capacity to cope with short and long term stress - a lasting decrease in both physical and psychological symptoms. This evidence-based program: - provides a safe, stimulating and enjoyable learning environment - is solidly grounded in current physiological research - has an immediate, practical and educative focus - can be successfully taken in conjunction with existing medical and psychological treatments.