Welcome to Openground Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction - MBSR Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a eight week evidence- based experiential course which will engage you physically, emotionally and intellectually. It uses mindfulness meditation training as the basis of a program which is practical, inspiring and transformative. It has been widely researched over the past 25 years and is at the cutting edge of integrative and preventative medicine.   Mindfulness can assist with DIFFICULTIES - - Unregulated stress - States of anxiety, depression, distress, anger/irritation - Fatigue, headaches, insomnia, poor digestion - Chronic pain - Ongoing illness   Mindfulness cultivates RESILIENCE - - Establishing a practice of restorative relaxation - Improving immune functioning and nervous system regulation - Increasing concentration, clarity and creativity - Changing unconscious habits - Enhancing empathy and emotional regulation - Cultivating self-discipline and commitment - Accessing connection to your core values