What does it 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
- scientific rationale for the practice
- commitment to daily homework practice using CDs and course book

You will be offered a systematic training in mindfulness - learning how to cultivate an observant, accepting and compassionate stance towards your thoughts, emotional states, body sensations and impulses. Specific information about stress physiology, cognitive behavioural strategies, interpersonal communication and implementing self-care will be given.

Overview of the MBSR program

	What is mindfulness?
	Origins of the programme
	Who is it for?
	What does it involve?
	How does it work?
	Letting go is powerful
	The importance of practice