For more on 'What is mindfulness, and how does it help?", follow the link here.
This Program Includes:
· Eight 3-hr weekly group sessions (max 12 people).
· Three individual sessions (incl. pre-course intake session).
· Psycho-education on how to better manage difficult emotions and create a more fulfilling life.
· Group practice of mindfulness meditation and other exercises.
· CDs, reading and other materials to help you with your practice and exercises at home.
· Availability of telephone support in between sessions if needed
· Sharing of experiences, fun and laughter.
What to Expect:
To learn mindfulness, you do not need to become a Buddhist, be a ‘spiritual person’ or sit cross legged on the floor (although you can if you want to). Anyone can learn to be more mindful and experience the benefits!
However, to ‘retrain your brain’, as happens in mindfulness training, you will need to practice. Compare this to the need to exercise when you want to get fitter and lose weight!

So, when participating in the program, it is essential that you:
· Commit to a daily practice of mindfulness meditation (two times 30 minutes each day)
· Practice with applying mindfulness skills in your daily life
· Come to each group session
· Do some additional home exercises
You will receive CD’s with meditation instructions and reading materials to help you with your meditation practice at home.
How to Enrol:
You do not need a referral; simply contact the facilitator to make an appointment for a noncommittal pre-course informative session (free of charge), to see if this course is right for you.
Book a free orientation appointment: 5492 7667
or mobile: 0424 394 259
Costs
It is our aim to keep this course accessible for anyone who is genuinely interested in participating. The total costs of this course are $450; this can be paid as a lump sum or in weekly payments, down to $20/wk in case of financial hardship. For a limited number of concession card holders, a discount of 20% is available. Please feel free to discuss payment options with the facilitator.
To download a program flyer in pdf, click here
Start dates and locations of the next programs:
Tuesday morning 12 October
9:30 am - 12.30 pm
Caloundra, Sunshine Coast
Thursday evening 14 October
6:30 pm 9:30 pm
Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast
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