The Art of Being Present
MindfulnessTraining for Stress Management and Wellbeing
What is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness is a transformative practice that empowers us to live in the present moment with awareness, acceptance, and non-judgment. It enhances our ability to cope with stress, deal with difficult emotions, and connect deeply with ourselves and the world around us.
Mindfulness practices have been widely recognized for their positive effects on mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety, by fostering a greater sense of calm and emotional resilience. Additionally, these practices offer significant relief for individuals experiencing chronic pain, helping to reduce their perceived physical discomfort and improve their quality of life.
Other scientifically proven benefits of mindfulness practice are:
- Stress Management
- Managing Insomnia
- Increased Attention and Focus
- Boost in Working Memory
- Emotion Regulation
- Pain Management
- Support in Weight Management
Program Aim
This program aims to equip participants with mindfulness-based techniques to enhance their psychological wellbeing.
Outcomes
By the end of this 8 – week program, participants will have learned strategies to:
- Effectively manage stress.
- Cultivate emotional intelligence and resilience.
- Improve mental clarity and focus
- Foster positivity.
- Nurture a foundation for a health-promoting lifestyle and enhanced mental wellbeing.
These outcomes are achieved through a combination of theory and exercises designed to promote deep understanding and practical application of mindfulness in everyday life
Program Structure
The Practice of Mindful Eating & Drinking
Aim: Introduce the practice of mindful awareness through everyday experiences such as eating, inviting participants to slow down and connect more fully with the present moment.
Benefits: Increases emotional awareness, fosters gratitude, and enhances positive affect.
The Practice of Mindful Sight & Sound
Aim: Deepen present-moment awareness through mindful engagement with sight and sound, encouraging a more grounded and receptive way of experiencing the world.
Benefits: Strengthens sensory presence, supports mental clarity, and fosters a more open and attentive relationship with the everyday.
The Practice of Mindful Movement
Aim: Foster embodied awareness by integrating mindfulness with gentle movement, allowing participants to reconnect with the body as a source of presence and balance.
Benefits: Enhances body awareness, supports physical and mental relaxation, and promotes a more integrated sense of wellbeing.
The Practice of Mindful Creativity
Aim: Explore creative expression as a doorway to mindfulness, encouraging curiosity, play, and emotional openness through simple practices.
Benefits: Enhances emotional awareness, increases positive affect, and reduces stress levels.
The Practice of Mindful Self-Care
Aim: Explore how mindful physical awareness and simple self-care gestures can support emotional balance, grounding, and presence.
Benefits: Strengthens self-connection, promotes self-acceptance, enhances body awareness, and fosters a nurturing attitude.
The Practice of Mindfulness for Difficult Emotions & Thoughts
Aim: Explore ways to develop a healthier, more balanced relationship with difficult thoughts and emotions through practical, evidence-based approaches.
Benefits: Enhances emotional intelligence, reduces stress, promotes resilience, and enhances emotional wellbeing.
The Practice of Mindfulness for Urges
Aim: Cultivate mindful awareness of urges and impulses, encouraging greater self-regulation and intentional choice in everyday life.
Benefits: Increases self-awareness and self-regulation, reduces stress and reactivity, and enhances decision-making skills.
The Practice of Mindfulness of the Heart
Aim: Integrate self-care and self-compassion practices into daily life to nurture and support a more caring and balanced relationship with oneself and others.
Benefits: Promotes psychological wellbeing, reduces self-criticism and negative self-talk, and enhances social connections and relationships.
Suitability
Although this program lays the foundations for individuals with no experience in meditation or mindfulness, it is equally suitable for more experienced meditators who wish to refresh their practice, deepen their understanding, or integrate mindfulness more fully into their daily lives.
Regardless of your experience level, this program offers valuable insights and techniques to enhance your mindfulness journey.
Please be aware that mindfulness training, though beneficial for many, may not be suitable for individuals experiencing certain mental health conditions. If you have any of the following conditions, we kindly ask that you consult with your primary care physician or family doctor, or contact us directly, prior to registering for the course. This will allow us to discuss whether the program is right for you and ensure your well-being throughout the training:
- Severe depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Severe anxiety disorders
- PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
- Dissociative disorders
- Acute phases of mental health disorders
Your health and safety are our top priorities.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Facilitator Background
Dr. Olga Lucia Gamboa Arana, a cognitive neuroscientist, psychotherapist, and mindfulness researcher integrates her scientific expertise and practical knowledge into this program. Since starting her mindfulness practice in 2009, she has witnessed firsthand the transformative effects of applied mindfulness. This inspiration led her to deepen her practice and expertise, becoming a mindfulness teacher, and integrating mindfulness into her research, as well as in therapy and coaching sessions.
Her teaching style is open, direct, collaborative, and practical, tailored to support each individual’s unique path toward well-being
Mindfulness Training in Sydney - Schedule (2024)
Online 4-Week Foundations
Online 8-Week Mindfulness Training
In Person 8-Week Mindfulness Training (Sydney)
What’s Included
Fees are in Australian dollars and include:
- Coursebook
- Recorded practices for daily home practice
- One month of access to the premium version of MindApps, with a 50% discount on an annual subscription thereafter.
Cancelation/Refund Policy
Participants are eligible for a full refund if they cancel their enrollment more than 7 days before the program’s start date. Please note that all refunds are subject to a small processing fee to cover administrative costs.
To cancel your enrollment and request a refund, please contact us with your registration details.
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