MINDFULNESS - MINDFUL COACHING/TRAINING
Mindfulness has been described as a state of active, open attention on the present. Mindfulness means maintaining a moment to moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings and our surroundings. Mindfulness practices, which improve emotion regulation, have been shown to improve a growing number of medical condition*.
Our training programs are adapted from Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Below is a video provided by the University of Massachusetts Medical School explaining MBSR:
MEDITATION PRACTICES & BREATHWORK
The Breath is one of the most powerful tools at our disposal for self-regulation, energy generation, and overall health. Breath helps with stress reduction, pain management, lowering blood pressure, and eliminates disease state from forming.
Meditation is a practice that transforms the mind and develops concentration and clarity to promote peacefulness, healing, rest and recovery.
Benefits of Meditation:
Cultivates Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence
Improves concentration and sustained attention
Improves sleep
Pain Management
Improves Depression and Anxiety
Improves stress management and increases self awareness
Helps manage heart disease and hypertension and reduce pain levels
Improves personal satisfaction and happiness
Regulates Emotions
Meditation can be practiced in traditional forms (sitting meditation) or can be applied practically through walking, coloring or even in everyday chores or tasks. Breath work and mediation are practices that foster mindfulness. Our mindful coaching assist clients in developing centering and mindfulness practices to their daily routines. Additionally we offer programming and training classes both on-site and on-line.
Mindfulness Training & Certification ProgramS
Manage Your Mind
This is a science-based, 3-session program aimed at learning to use mindfulness so as to increase well-being and become more resilient. This program address common habits we can fall into of "over-thinking". You will learn how to use mindfulness to disengage from "over-thinking, break automatism and learn to connect with your natural inner stability and resourcefulness, so you can manage life's challenges more easily and deepen gratitude for your life experiences. This format is designed for practical application and integrates simple mindfulness techniques in to daily living.
MINDFUL LIFE PROGRAM
MINDFUL Life is a science-based, on-line program aims at learning to use mindfulness so as to increase well-being and become more resilient. This program address common habits we can fall into of "over-thinking". You will learn how to use mindfulness to disengage from "over-thinking, break automatism and learn to connect with your natural inner stability and resourcefulness, so you can mange life's challenges more easily and deepen gratitude for your life experiences.
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Mindful Life is an online program that delivers various mindfulness engagement activities to you weekly. You will have a mindful coached assigned to you. Your coach will receive your response, and will be accessible via chat for the duration of your program.
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Program Topic Focus:
- Cultivating Mindfulness
-Stress Management
- Attention & Now
-Self care & Self Compassion
Fee: 6 week Program $125
Mindfulness Trainer Certification
Program consists of 8 interactive on-line lessons, optional live on-line workshops, workbook, guided meditations mindfulness teachings, worksheets, exercise and certificate of completion.
You will learn the ‘8 Pillars of Mindfulness’:
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Attention and the Now
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Automaticity
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Judgment
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Acceptance
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Goals
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Compassion
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The Ego
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Integration
MINDFUL LIFE TRAINING CERTIFICATION is a science-based, self-paced mindfulness training program.
You will also learn effective teaching practices, such as:
✓ How to prepare for mindfulness training so you’re calm and confident
✓ How to create an optimal learning environment for your participants
✓ How to guide meditations
✓ How to evaluate exercises and provide feedback
✓ How to deliver presentations, exercises and workshops for maximum impact
The training is based on scientific research and fully referenced. The program is based on MBSR and includes worksheets, exercises and audio downloads to utilize. MINDFUL LIFE is a complete mindfulness training program for practitioners who want to infuse their coaching, therapy, management, or teaching with mindfulness. This program is used and recommended by: Therapist, HR Managers/Specialists, Coaches, Trainers, Psychologist, Health Care Professionals, Attorneys, Facilitators and Teachers.
Also included is a Workbook, guided meditations mindfulness teachings, worksheets , exercise and certificate of completion. This training includes coach interaction through chat. Virtual coaching Drop in Hour available,
Certification Class Training
Fee $499
Custom Mindfulness Coaching Programs
Our Training Programs blend positive psychology evidence based coaching methodologies with MSBR. We will deliver customized programs for your group. (On site or Zoom ). Please contact us for more information.
Training for:
Personal practice and self care
Stress Reduction and Management
Addiction recovery
Child Birthing Preparation
Mindful Cognitive Behavioral Coaching
Mindfulness for Attorney Ethics and Continuing Education
Emotional Intelligence
Weight Acceptance
Chronic Pain
Workforce Safety
Corporate Health and Wellness
Youth Mindfulness
GROUP MEDITATION & REIKI
Enjoy gentle guide meditation to help you relax and unwind. We will explore mind-body techniques to prime our mind and nervous system for a deep relaxation. During your mediation optional reiki will be offered.
Mindfulness, Stress Management (Live Streaming Available)
Stress is a normal psychological and physical reaction to the demands of life. We all experience stress in our lives. We can learn to manage stress and lead happier, healthier lives. This class will explore the various elements of stress, how to identify and recognize when we are under stress, and practice techniques to restore, manage and heal from stress.
This class will be held in person and/or on Zoom Virtually.
2021 Nature Walk @ Knox Farms
Enjoy a mindful walk to clear your mind and uplift your spirit. Walk includes an energy clearing practice, tea and a small snack. Registration required.
Fee $25
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Breath Work
The Breath is a powerful tool that is always accessible for self-regulation, energy generation and overall health. Breath helps with stress reduction, pain management, lowering blood pressure and eliminates disease state from forming. Life Coach/Meditation trainer Shawn Marie Cichowski will explore various breathing techniques and mind easing practices to promote optimal wellbeing.
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Mindfulness Resources:
Resources:
Harvard Research study how mindfulness may change the brain in expressed patients
MINDFULNESS VIDEO LIBARY
Get In Touch 716-560-6552
* Marchand, 2012