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SUMMARY:Living Mindfully Spring Retreat
DESCRIPTION:  \nLiving Mindfully Retreat with John Bruna\nApril 24th – 27th\, 2025\nAttend in person or online!\n\n“Mindfulness is much more than present moment awareness; mindfulness includes and facilitates the cultivation of concentration\, wisdom\, and the ability to make healthy choices that foster genuine happiness and a meaningful life.”— John Bruna \nThis retreat with our co-founder\, John Bruna\, is hosted by the Way of Compassion Foundation. The focus of the retreat will be developing the skills of living mindfully to engage in our lives in ways that reduce stress\, develop resiliency\, greater degrees of self-worth\, and cultivate more joy. Though based in Buddhist teachings\, these practices are taught in universal language honoring and enhancing each person’s spiritual tradition and/or philosophy. Essentially\, these are skills to help one live a life they find meaningful and fulfilling. \n\n\n\n\n\nJohn Bruna\nThe retreat format will include teachings\, meditation\, discussion\, and personal time. The first half of the day will be dedicated to meditation practice. There will be silence until lunch and multiple meditation sessions of 24 minutes with breaks. The afternoons and evenings will include some meditation\, discussions\, question-and-answer periods\, and time to connect with others. \nAs mentioned above\, the retreat will be facilitated by John Bruna. John has a particular gift for making these valuable teachings accessible and practical for our modern lifestyles. All of his teachings focus on preparing students to properly engage in authentic practice in ways that are effective and meaningful to them. He is known for his warmth and humor\, as well as practicality. \n\n\n\n\n\nRetreat Details\nHosted by the Way of Compassion Foundation \nDates: April 24–27\, 2025 \nRegister:  Register using the buttons below. \nTo register to attend online\, make a donation of any amount – click here. \nShared room/shared bath $545\nPrivate room/shared bath $595\nPrivate room/private bath $645 \nTo register for a shared room/shared bath\, click here.\nTo register for a private room/shared bath\, click here.\nTo register for a private room/private bath\, Sold out. \nThe price for the retreat is all-inclusive for the retreat\, lodging\, and meals. It is not tax-deductible. You may make a donation for the teaching if you would like. We are a traditional center\, so all of our teachings are offered freely on a donation basis. You may offer any amount as a tax-deductible donation\, either in advance or at the teaching. The retreat payment covers our costs to pay for the retreat center and run the retreat. Your donation beyond the registration payment supports our center. \nCancelation Policy: \nCancelations before March 1st: Refund minus $75\nCancelations between March 1st and April 1st: 50% refund\nCancelations after April 1st: No refund \nTraveling to the retreat: Here are detailed Directions to Blazing Mountain Retreat Center. \nQuestions? Email\, admin@wocompassion.org\, or call (970) 704-5512. \nTo see a video tour of the Blazing Mountain Retreat Center\, click here. \n\n  \nTentative Retreat Schedule\nAll times are Mountain Standard Time\, USA\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday \n3:00 pm – 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm: Check in.\n6:00 pm: Dinner\n7:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Opening Session \n\n\n\n\n  \nFriday and Saturday \n8:00 am: Breakfast\n9:30 am – 11:30 am: Morning Session/Meditation\n12:30 am: Lunch\n3:00 pm – 5:30 pm: Afternoon Sessions\n6:00 pm: Dinner\n7:30 pm – 9:00 pm: Evening Session/Meditation \n\n\n\n\nSunday \n7:00 am: Morning Meditation\n8:00 am: Breakfast\n9:00 am – 10:30 am: Final Session
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CATEGORIES:Retreat
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness In Recovery® Online Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:The online Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) course has been specifically designed to support people from all walks of life\, whether you are in recovery of any kind\, a family member or friend\, or a professional working in the treatment field\, to develop the skills to reduce stress\, increase resiliency\, and more fully engage in their lives with more connection and joy. \n\n\n\n\nOur Course Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople in recovery (all pathways\, including 12-step)\nFamily and friends affected by people struggling with substances or other mental health issues (receive the Family and Friends Guidebook to MIR)\nClinicians\, therapists\, and addiction treatment professionals (receive 30 NAADAC CEUs and serves as a prerequisite for the certification course)\nIt is not a replacement for treatment or therapy\, it is an additional support once people are actively engaged in their recovery or therapeutic process.\n\nMindfulness In Recovery® Course Details\nThis is an eight-week course with open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time. It is experiential and focused on helping participants cultivate a daily mindfulness practice that integrates the MIR skills into daily life. \nThe course is interactive with live weekly sessions\, daily activities\, and exercises from either the Essential Guidebook to Mindfulness in Recovery or the Family and Friends edition. Lessons include videos\, instruction with John Bruna\, and interaction with others in the course in our live sessions. \nTo learn more and register visit – MIR Online Course.
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness In Recovery® Online Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:The online Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) course has been specifically designed to support people from all walks of life\, whether you are in recovery of any kind\, a family member or friend\, or a professional working in the treatment field\, to develop the skills to reduce stress\, increase resiliency\, and more fully engage in their lives with more connection and joy. \n\n\n\n\nOur Course Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople in recovery (all pathways\, including 12-step)\nFamily and friends affected by people struggling with substances or other mental health issues (receive the Family and Friends Guidebook to MIR)\nClinicians\, therapists\, and addiction treatment professionals (receive 30 NAADAC CEUs and serves as a prerequisite for the certification course)\nIt is not a replacement for treatment or therapy\, it is an additional support once people are actively engaged in their recovery or therapeutic process.\n\nMindfulness In Recovery® Course Details\nThis is an eight-week course with open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time. It is experiential and focused on helping participants cultivate a daily mindfulness practice that integrates the MIR skills into daily life. \nThe course is interactive with live weekly sessions\, daily activities\, and exercises from either the Essential Guidebook to Mindfulness in Recovery or the Family and Friends edition. Lessons include videos\, instruction with John Bruna\, and interaction with others in the course in our live sessions. \nTo learn more and register visit – MIR Online Course.
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness In Recovery® Online Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:The online Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) course has been specifically designed to support people from all walks of life\, whether you are in recovery of any kind\, a family member or friend\, or a professional working in the treatment field\, to develop the skills to reduce stress\, increase resiliency\, and more fully engage in their lives with more connection and joy. \n\n\n\n\nOur Course Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople in recovery (all pathways\, including 12-step)\nFamily and friends affected by people struggling with substances or other mental health issues (receive the Family and Friends Guidebook to MIR)\nClinicians\, therapists\, and addiction treatment professionals (receive 30 NAADAC CEUs and serves as a prerequisite for the certification course)\nIt is not a replacement for treatment or therapy\, it is an additional support once people are actively engaged in their recovery or therapeutic process.\n\nMindfulness In Recovery® Course Details\nThis is an eight-week course with open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time. It is experiential and focused on helping participants cultivate a daily mindfulness practice that integrates the MIR skills into daily life. \nThe course is interactive with live weekly sessions\, daily activities\, and exercises from either the Essential Guidebook to Mindfulness in Recovery or the Family and Friends edition. Lessons include videos\, instruction with John Bruna\, and interaction with others in the course in our live sessions. \nTo learn more and register visit – MIR Online Course.
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-in-recovery-online-course-2025-6/
CATEGORIES:MIR Course
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness In Recovery® Online Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:The online Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) course has been specifically designed to support people from all walks of life\, whether you are in recovery of any kind\, a family member or friend\, or a professional working in the treatment field\, to develop the skills to reduce stress\, increase resiliency\, and more fully engage in their lives with more connection and joy. \n\n\n\n\nOur Course Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople in recovery (all pathways\, including 12-step)\nFamily and friends affected by people struggling with substances or other mental health issues (receive the Family and Friends Guidebook to MIR)\nClinicians\, therapists\, and addiction treatment professionals (receive 30 NAADAC CEUs and serves as a prerequisite for the certification course)\nIt is not a replacement for treatment or therapy\, it is an additional support once people are actively engaged in their recovery or therapeutic process.\n\nMindfulness In Recovery® Course Details\nThis is an eight-week course with open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time. It is experiential and focused on helping participants cultivate a daily mindfulness practice that integrates the MIR skills into daily life. \nThe course is interactive with live weekly sessions\, daily activities\, and exercises from either the Essential Guidebook to Mindfulness in Recovery or the Family and Friends edition. Lessons include videos\, instruction with John Bruna\, and interaction with others in the course in our live sessions. \nTo learn more and register visit – MIR Online Course.
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-in-recovery-online-course-2025-5/
CATEGORIES:MIR Course
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SUMMARY:Mindful Living Skills Webinar - March 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Life Community™ is excited to announce our next Mindful Living Skills webinar:   \nSkills for Being More Kind \nMarch 30th\, 6 pm MST US (March 31st\, 11 am AEST) \nRegister today to save your spot! \nThe panel for this month’s webinar: \nLaura Bartels\, Executive Director of Mindful Life Program™ \nRita Clagett\, Mindful Life Program™ Certified Teacher \nTaro Thomas\, Mindful Life Program™ Certified Teacher and Mindfulness in Recovery® Certified Facilitator \nOur monthly webinars bring Mindful Life Program™ founders\, teachers\, and guests together in a collective conversation on key aspects of practice. Join us to learn\, explore\, and have a chance to ask questions during these live events. \nWe’re happy to offer this free event to our members and to non-members.  Please help us spread the word and invite friends. And remember to click the link to register and save your spot. \nRegister Today!\n 
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindful-living-skills-webinar-march-2025/
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SUMMARY:Wisdom of a Meaningful Life Course with John Bruna
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Exclusive 6-Week Workshop: The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life with John Bruna\n\n \n\nBy Request\, We are offering another course!\nIn these challenging times\, it is critical to engage in sustainable self-care. There are very clear methods to reduce stress\, anxiety\, and self-critical thoughts. In the process\, we actually develop skills to experience greater levels of well-being\, joy\, and purpose in your daily life. These wisdom teachings ultimately empower you to increase your resiliency and find fulfillment even in difficult circumstances. In this course\, author and mindfulness teacher John Bruna will unpack these timeless methods in his transformative 6-week workshop based on his acclaimed book\, The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life. \nThis unique program offers a chance to learn directly from John\, engage with his life-changing teachings\, and develop practical tools to create a more fulfilling and joyful life. \n Workshop Details: \n\nWeekly Online Live Sessions with John Bruna: Engage in interactive online sessions where John will guide you through the book’s core principles\, share his insights\, and answer your questions.\nFREE Copy of the Book: Receive your own signed copy of The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life to dive deeper into the lessons.\nHands-On Practices: Learn proven mindfulness techniques\, reflection exercises\, and tools to bring more joy and well-being into your life.\n\n Benefits You’ll Receive: \n\nIncreased Well-Being: Discover how to cultivate inner peace and lasting joy through mindfulness and purposeful living.\nEnhanced Clarity: Align your actions with your values to live a more intentional and meaningful life.\nMental and Emotional Balance: Learn mindfulness practices that overcome unhealthy thinking patterns and habits and increase attention and emotional resiliency.\nGreater Resilience: Develop the skills to navigate challenges with grace and confidence.\nImproved Relationships: Foster deeper connections with yourself and others through authentic communication and compassion.\nA Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded participants on a shared journey of growth and transformation.\n\nWho Should Attend? \nWhether you’re looking to reduce stress\, find greater purpose\, or simply live with more joy\, this workshop is for you! \n Workshop Schedule: \n\nDates: March 24th – May 5th\nTime: Mondays\, 6 pm Mountain Time (5 pm PST\, 7 pm CST\, 8 pm EST)\nLocation: Online using the Zoom platform (accessible from anywhere!)\n\nCost: $249. We do offer a sliding scale (discount price) for anyone that needs it. Just fill out this form – Reduced Rate Form. \nReserve Your Spot Now! Don’t miss this opportunity to work directly with John Bruna and unlock the wisdom for a meaningful and joyful life. \nClick Here to Register Today! \nLet’s embark on this transformative journey together. Your meaningful life awaits! \nJohn Bruna M.Ed. is the co-founder of the Mindfulness in Recovery® Institute. He is an author\, educator\, counselor\, and mindfulness trainer. In addition to successful careers in counseling and education\, John is a former Buddhist monk\, has been in continuous recovery since 1984\, and has presented at TEDx\, Google\, and Facebook\, as well as conferences throughout the United States.  \n\nBook Review: The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life by John Bruna\nJohn Bruna’s The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life: The Essence of Mindfulness is an insightful and deeply practical guide to cultivating a life of purpose\, fulfillment\, and genuine happiness. Bruna\, a former Buddhist monk and renowned mindfulness teacher\, distills years of wisdom into an accessible\, engaging\, and actionable book that speaks to anyone seeking a more intentional and meaningful existence. \nKey Strengths of the Book:\n\n\nA Practical Approach to Mindfulness \n\nUnlike books that treat mindfulness as just meditation or stress reduction\, Bruna presents it as a way of living—a conscious approach to aligning daily actions with one’s values.\nHe emphasizes that mindfulness is not just about awareness but about making skillful choices that lead to a more fulfilling life.\n\n\n\nThe Role of Values in a Meaningful Life \n\nBruna explains with evidence that true well-being comes not from chasing pleasure or external validation but from living in alignment with deeply held values.\nHe provides exercises and reflections to help readers identify what truly matters to them and how to structure their lives around those values.\n\n\n\nBreaking Free from Unconscious Patterns \n\nThe book highlights how habitual\, unconscious behaviors and thought patterns often keep people stuck in cycles of stress and dissatisfaction.\nBruna offers mindfulness techniques that help readers develop awareness\, self-discipline\, and intentionality\, allowing them to respond to life’s challenges with wisdom rather than reactivity.\n\n\n\nIntegrating Mindfulness with Daily Life \n\nBruna emphasizes that mindfulness is not limited to meditation; rather\, it is about how we engage with our relationships\, work\, and daily activities.\nHe offers practical exercises\, real-life examples\, and guided reflections to help readers integrate mindfulness into their everyday routines.\n\n\n\nA Balanced and Inclusive Perspective \n\nWhile grounded in Buddhist teachings\, the book is secular and accessible to people of all backgrounds.\nBruna speaks from personal experience—his journey from addiction to becoming a monk and mindfulness teacher—which makes his insights relatable and inspiring.\n\n\n\nFinal Thoughts:\nThe Wisdom of a Meaningful Life is more than just a book on mindfulness; it is a blueprint for intentional and values-driven living. Bruna’s compassionate and practical approach makes mindfulness feel achievable and deeply relevant in today’s fast-paced world. \nThis book is a must-read for anyone looking to cultivate greater self-awareness\, purpose\, and fulfillment\, whether they are new to mindfulness or already on a personal growth journey. It’s an empowering reminder that true happiness is not found in external circumstances\, but in how we choose to engage with life itself. \n\n“John’s course was truly transformative. Breaking his book down into chapters and exploring them one or two at a time each week made the practice so much more accessible and meaningful. I feel more present in my daily life\, less rushed\, and more aware when my mind starts to drag me around. Most importantly\, I’ve developed a deeper sense of love for myself and others. I’m so grateful for this experience—thank you!” – Pam P \n“I would recommend this course to anyone looking to gain the tools to have more peace and serenity. To help them be present and better at focusing on what they are doing at that time staying in the moment. It helped me to be more apart of the mindfulness community and see I am not alone in my daily struggles. The course helped me with my meditation and how to better set my intentions for the day. It also helped me understand that we are all trying to be happy and get our needs met which helped me to let go of resentments. The course showed me I may not like someone but that doesn’t mean they are a bad person. I learned lots of these examples to be on a better path.” Pat S \n“I feel very special to have been a member of John’s first Wisdom class. I was a little intimidated\, but realized quickly that this course was truly for anyone and everyone – John made it so welcoming and easy! The little bit of suffering to overcome my initial intimidation ended with such a reward. Thank you John.” – Karen R \n“I highly recommend this course to live a more meaningful life. It has helped me so much. I don’t react as much\, I have slowed down in life\, I do stuff intentionally today and not just to get them done. I listen more without interruptions and treat All with compassion and kindness. I want more of this everyday to become the person I have wanted to be.” – Debi C \n“This course and book were enjoyable and full of learning to lead a more meaningful like. The on-line classes and daily learnings helped me to focus on my values and how to live those values as I lived each day. As I was taking the course\, my interactions with others improved as a result of what I was learning and integrating. John is a wonderful and caring teacher.” – Mike T
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SUMMARY:The Open Heart Sessions - A Strength-based Course in Living with Resilience and Wisdom with Laura Bartels
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Newest Course: The Open Heart Sessions – A Strength-based Course in Living with Resilience and Wisdom – In-Person\n  \n\nIn this brand new course\, join mindfulness teacher and retreat leader\, Laura Bartels\, to develop practices and wisdom for opening your heart to the challenges\, suffering\, opportunities\, and joys of life. It is especially essential in our current times to cultivate sustainable self-care. Having and keeping an open-hearted way of being is not a given\, but is based on time-tested skills and practices. We know that closed and hardened hearts are not healthy hearts\, for us\, our families\, or the world. Our capacity and potential to live and lead with an open heart are enormous and it is the path to resilience\, purpose\, and well-being.  \nAs humans\, but also as parents\, partners\, employees\, caregivers\, community members\, and citizens\, when we develop the foundation of an open heart\, we can respond with a heart of equanimity\, kindness\, and compassion\, and with great wisdom and skill\, even in the face of irritation\, loss or challenge. With this\, we develop greater mental and emotional balance.  \nOpen-heartedness develops as the result of the gentle shift from confusion and delusion and mistaking the sources of happiness to connection and care\, wisdom\, and clarity. It is the result of perspective\, intention\, healing\, forgiveness\, and compassion. Open-heartedness leads to an expansion of care beyond ourselves\, our friends\, family\, and other loved ones. It is the path to becoming more resilient and more well.  \nThe course blends contemplative practices with the latest science\, practical skills for daily life\, meaningful dialogue\, meditation\, and the chance to connect with others.  \nCourse Details: \n\nWeekly in-person sessions: Engage in reflective and interactive activities\, and meaningful dialogue around the key skills of open-heartedness\, resilience and wisdom.\nA copy of the Mindful Life Program’s Daily Practice Journal\nAccess to a meditation library and additional resources on our website and app\nMindfulness practices and exercises\, reflective journal questions\, and tools for bringing the skills to daily life\n\nCourse Option: In-Person  \n\nDates: March 20 – April 17th \nTime: Thursdays\, 6 – 7:30 pm Mountain Time. March 20th Session is 6 – 8 pm MT\nLocation: Mindful Life Program\, 520 S. Third Street\, Suite 14\, Carbondale\, CO\n\nOnline option available. See Upcoming Events for online offering. \nCost: $249. Use this FORM to apply for our sliding scale for those in need of financial support.  \nLaura Bartels is the Executive Director and co-founder of the Mindful Life Program. She is a mindfulness teacher\, retreat leader\, and trainer. Laura’s previous professional path brought her to be a leader in the field of sustainable building and community development. In her past efforts throughout the US and with tribal nations\, her work of helping people and communities put values into action offered a valuable foundation and perspective on the importance of inner sustainability. \nLaura’s experience in teaching spans engagement in public schools\, universities\, and organizations. She has brought programs to diverse audiences from educators and parents to law enforcement and emergency dispatchers. Laura brings sensitivity to both individuals and groups\, and she has been looked to for her calm presence and leadership\, her kindness\, and her thoughtfulness. \nClick Here to Register Today!
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/the-open-heart-sessions-a-strength-based-course-in-living-with-resilience-and-wisdom-with-laura-bartels/
LOCATION:Mindful Life Program\, 520 S. Third St. Suite 14\, Carbondale\, CO\, 81623\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Foundations Course\, March 5 – April 23\, in Durango\, CO
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mindful Life Program Foundations Course\, beginning March 5th\, 2025\, in Durango\, Colorado. Our 8 week Mindfulness Foundations Course is a lively and engaging 20 hour course that combines the practice of meditation and the practical application of mindfulness in daily life. Develop practical skills to live with intention and attention\, and cultivate inner peace\, wellness\, and genuine happiness. \nAttention – Developing attention skills through meditation training. \nWisdom – Understanding one’s biases\, labeling\, projection\, and pre-judgment. Increasing emotional intelligence and learning to respond rather than react. \nValues – Living a meaningful life. Developing healthy habits and responses that are in alignment with one’s personal values. \nOpen heart – Developing healthy relationships and connections. Cultivating skills of compassion\, loving-kindness\, empathic joy and equanimity. \nEnrollment includes: \n\n20 hours of engaging in-person class\nFoundations Course Companion Journal\nCopy of The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life by co-founder John Bruna\nThree-month membership to the Mindful Life Community w/ app access\nAccess to meditation library and additional resources\nOngoing support with mindfulness practice after course ends\n\nRead the full description for the course under the Programs tab\, and read more feedback from recent participants here. \nDates: Wednesdays\, 5:30 – 8 pm from March 5 – April 23\, 2025 \nCost: $350. \nLocation: 813 Main Ave. Durango\, Colorado. \nTo register: Click Here. \nFacilitator: Cindy Schmidt
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-foundations-course-march-5-april-23-in-durango-co/
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness In Recovery® Online Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:The online Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) course has been specifically designed to support people from all walks of life\, whether you are in recovery of any kind\, a family member or friend\, or a professional working in the treatment field\, to develop the skills to reduce stress\, increase resiliency\, and more fully engage in their lives with more connection and joy. \n\n\n\n\nOur Course Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople in recovery (all pathways\, including 12-step)\nFamily and friends affected by people struggling with substances or other mental health issues (receive the Family and Friends Guidebook to MIR)\nClinicians\, therapists\, and addiction treatment professionals (receive 30 NAADAC CEUs and serves as a prerequisite for the certification course)\nIt is not a replacement for treatment or therapy\, it is an additional support once people are actively engaged in their recovery or therapeutic process.\n\nMindfulness In Recovery® Course Details\nThis is an eight-week course with open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time. It is experiential and focused on helping participants cultivate a daily mindfulness practice that integrates the MIR skills into daily life. \nThe course is interactive with live weekly sessions\, daily activities\, and exercises from either the Essential Guidebook to Mindfulness in Recovery or the Family and Friends edition. Lessons include videos\, instruction with John Bruna\, and interaction with others in the course in our live sessions. \nTo learn more and register visit – MIR Online Course.
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-in-recovery-online-course-2025-4/
CATEGORIES:MIR Course
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SUMMARY:Mindful Living Skills Webinar - February 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Life Community™ is excited to announce our next Mindful Living Skills webinar:   \nSkills for Keeping Worry from Taking the Reins \nFebruary 27th\, 6 pm MST US (February 28th\, 12 pm AEST) \nRegister today to save your spot! \nThe panel for this month’s webinar: \nLaura Bartels\, Executive Director of Mindful Life Program™ \nRichard Hayes\, Mindfulness in Recovery® Certified Facilitator \nAnnemarie Zanca\, Mindful Life Program™ Certified Teacher \nOur monthly webinars bring Mindful Life Program™ founders\, teachers\, and guests together in a collective conversation on key aspects of practice. Join us to learn\, explore\, and have a chance to ask questions during these live events. \nWe’re happy to offer this free event to our members and to non-members.  Please help us spread the word and invite friends. And remember to click the link to register and save your spot. \nRegister Today!\n 
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindful-living-skills-webinar-february-2025/
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SUMMARY:Wisdom of a Meaningful Life Course with John Bruna
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Exclusive 6-Week Workshop: The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life with John Bruna\n\n \n\nBy Request\, We are offering a second course!\nIn these challenging times\, it is critical to engage in sustainable self-care. There very clear methods to reduce stress\, anxiety\, and self-critical thoughts. In the process\, actually develop skills to experience greater levels of well-being\, joy\, and purpose in your daily life. These wisdom teachings ultimately empower you to increase your resiliency and find fulfillment even in difficult circumstances. In this course\, author and mindfulness teacher John Bruna will unpack these timeless methods in his transformative 6-week workshop based on his acclaimed book\, The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life. \nThis unique program offers a chance to learn directly from John\, engage with his life-changing teachings\, and develop practical tools to create a more fulfilling and joyful life \n Workshop Details: \n\nWeekly Online Live Sessions with John Bruna: Engage in interactive online sessions where John will guide you through the book’s core principles\, share his insights\, and answer your questions.\nFREE Copy of the Book: Receive your own signed copy of The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life to dive deeper into the lessons.\nHands-On Practices: Learn proven mindfulness techniques\, reflection exercises\, and tools to bring more joy and well-being into your life.\n\n Benefits You’ll Receive: \n\nIncreased Well-Being: Discover how to cultivate inner peace and lasting joy through mindfulness and purposeful living.\nEnhanced Clarity: Align your actions with your values to live a more intentional and meaningful life.\nMental and Emotional Balance: Learn mindfulness practices that overcome unhealthy thinking patterns and habits and increase attention and emotional resiliency.\nGreater Resilience: Develop the skills to navigate challenges with grace and confidence.\nImproved Relationships: Foster deeper connections with yourself and others through authentic communication and compassion.\nA Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded participants on a shared journey of growth and transformation.\n\nWho Should Attend? \nWhether you’re looking to reduce stress\, find greater purpose\, or simply live with more joy\, this workshop is for you! \n Workshop Schedule: \n\nDates: February 27th – April 3rd\nTime: Thursdays\, 6 pm Mountain Time (5 pm PST\, 7 pm CST\, 8 pm EST)\nLocation: Online using the Zoom platform (accessible from anywhere!)\n\nCost: $249. We do offer a sliding scale (discount price) for anyone that needs it. Just fill out this form – Reduced Rate Form. \nReserve Your Spot Now! Don’t miss this opportunity to work directly with John Bruna and unlock the wisdom for a meaningful and joyful life. \nClick Here to Register Today! \nLet’s embark on this transformative journey together. Your meaningful life awaits! \nJohn Bruna M.Ed. is the co-founder of the Mindfulness in Recovery® Institute. He is an author\, educator\, counselor\, and mindfulness trainer. In addition to successful careers in counseling and education\, John is a former Buddhist monk\, has been in continuous recovery since 1984\, and has presented at TEDx\, Google\, and Facebook\, as well as conferences throughout the United States. 
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/wisdom-of-a-meaningful-life-course-with-john-bruna-2/
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness In Recovery® Online Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:The online Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) course has been specifically designed to support people from all walks of life\, whether you are in recovery of any kind\, a family member or friend\, or a professional working in the treatment field\, to develop the skills to reduce stress\, increase resiliency\, and more fully engage in their lives with more connection and joy. \n\n\n\n\nOur Course Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople in recovery (all pathways\, including 12-step)\nFamily and friends affected by people struggling with substances or other mental health issues (receive the Family and Friends Guidebook to MIR)\nClinicians\, therapists\, and addiction treatment professionals (receive 30 NAADAC CEUs and serves as a prerequisite for the certification course)\nIt is not a replacement for treatment or therapy\, it is an additional support once people are actively engaged in their recovery or therapeutic process.\n\nMindfulness In Recovery® Course Details\nThis is an eight-week course with open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time. It is experiential and focused on helping participants cultivate a daily mindfulness practice that integrates the MIR skills into daily life. \nThe course is interactive with live weekly sessions\, daily activities\, and exercises from either the Essential Guidebook to Mindfulness in Recovery or the Family and Friends edition. Lessons include videos\, instruction with John Bruna\, and interaction with others in the course in our live sessions. \nTo learn more and register visit – MIR Online Course.
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-in-recovery-online-course-2025-3/
CATEGORIES:MIR Course
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SUMMARY:Wisdom of a Meaningful Life Course with John Bruna
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Exclusive 6-Week Workshop: The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life with John Bruna\n\n \n\nAre you ready to experience greater well-being\, joy\, and purpose in your daily life? Join acclaimed author and mindfulness teacher John Bruna for a transformative 6-week workshop based on his empowering book\, The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life. \nThis unique program offers a chance to learn directly from John\, engage with his life-changing teachings\, and develop practical tools to create a more fulfilling and joyful life \n Workshop Details: \n\nWeekly Online Live Sessions with John Bruna: Engage in interactive online sessions where John will guide you through the book’s core principles\, share his insights\, and answer your questions.\nFREE Copy of the Book: Receive your own signed copy of The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life to dive deeper into the lessons.\nHands-On Practices: Learn proven mindfulness techniques\, reflection exercises\, and tools to bring more joy and well-being into your life.\n\n Benefits You’ll Receive: \n\nIncreased Well-Being: Discover how to cultivate inner peace and lasting joy through mindfulness and purposeful living.\nEnhanced Clarity: Align your actions with your values to live a more intentional and meaningful life.\nMental and Emotional Balance: Learn mindfulness practices that overcome unhealthy thinking patterns and habits and increase attention and emotional resiliency.\nGreater Resilience: Develop the skills to navigate challenges with grace and confidence.\nImproved Relationships: Foster deeper connections with yourself and others through authentic communication and compassion.\nA Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded participants on a shared journey of growth and transformation.\n\nWho Should Attend? \nWhether you’re looking to reduce stress\, find greater purpose\, or simply live with more joy\, this workshop is for you! \n Workshop Schedule: \n\nDates: February 3rd – March 17th\nTime: Mondays\, 6 pm Mountain Time (5 pm PST\, 7 pm CST\, 8 pm EST)\nLocation: Online using the Zoom platform (accessible from anywhere!)\n\nReserve Your Spot Now! Don’t miss this opportunity to work directly with John Bruna and unlock the wisdom for a meaningful and joyful life. \nClick Here to Register Today! \nLet’s embark on this transformative journey together. Your meaningful life awaits! \nJohn Bruna M.Ed. is the co-founder of the Mindfulness in Recovery® Institute. He is an author\, educator\, counselor\, and mindfulness trainer. In addition to successful careers in counseling and education\, John is a former Buddhist monk\, has been in continuous recovery since 1984\, and has presented at TEDx\, Google\, and Facebook\, as well as conferences throughout the United States. 
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/wisdom-of-a-meaningful-life-course-with-john-bruna/
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SUMMARY:Mindful Healing Course January 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Healing Program \nWe are pleased to announce the first Mindful Healing Program for 2025. This 8-week program focuses on how best to apply mindfulness practices to support our own healing. The program has been specially designed to focus on helping individuals who are personally struggling through hurt\, injury\, illness\, circumstance and/or uncertainty in their life. \nMark Molony is the co-founder of the Mindful Life Program™ and lives in Melbourne\, Australia.  He developed this program over the past few years as he compiled current research on personal healing and mindfulness practices and strategies. In addition to his extensive training and practice as a clinical social worker\, coach\, and educator with over 20 years in private practice\, Mark is familiar with the challenges of healing having worked in the fields of crisis\, trauma\, and recovery for many years. He has also had his own significant opportunities to engage in his own healing. Mark is the author of the soon to be published Mindful Healing – Healing with you in Mind. He is a highly regarded teacher\, therapist\, and facilitator who leads retreats\, workshops\, and trainings in Australia and the USA. \nThe Mindful Healing Program offers participants core insights and strategies to develop and implement a personal healing plan to improve their general wellbeing and help reduce personal suffering. The program introduces a series of useful insights and practices over the eight sessions to assist participants to implement a realistic and achievable healing plan to continue their healing after the program has ended. \nThe Mindful Healing Program Schedule \nIn the US\, Wednesdays\, January 15 – March 5th\, 6 – 8 pm MST;\nIn Australia\, Thursdays\, January 16 – March 6th\, 12 – 2 pm AEST.  \nThe program will be limited to a class size of 15 participants. Should you miss a class\, a video of the class will be offered to enrolled participants. \nThe online classes will be online utilizing Zoom and the course content and learning platform is hosted on our Mindful Life Network. Participants will be invited prior to the start of the course. The Network offers a range of resources and can be accessed on the web or through an app. \nEnrollment in the Mindful Healing Program  \nEnrollment includes: \n\n8 weeks of class sessions of 2 hours each\nLearning platform and course guide and journal\n2 Months membership in the Mindful Life Community\, including the members’ library of guided meditations\n\nAll participants are invited to have an individual 20 min Zoom session with Mark (before the course commences). This conversation aims to ensure that the course will support your individual needs. \nTo read the full description\, see the full Course Page.\n  \nClick Here To Register
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindful-healing-course-january-2025/
LOCATION:Offered Online
CATEGORIES:MLP Course
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Immersion Semester
DESCRIPTION:Apply Today – Space is Limited!\nLearn More \nThe next step in your mindful journey\, the Mindfulness Immersion Semester is our anchor program for advancing your study and practice in living mindfully. With in-depth training\, experiential learning\, and a cohort of peers\, the program blends wisdom and science with meaningful\, engaged practice. It is a deeply supported learning process for transformative skills and insight to live a life with less stress\, and more focus\, intention\, values\, ease\, and well-being. Developing ourselves and cultivating long-term traits of resilience and well-being may be the most meaningful response to our current times. We’ve been offering this for the last 10 years\, with graduates from across the world. Begins in January 2025. Learn more here. \n 
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-immersion-semester/
LOCATION:Offered Online
CATEGORIES:MLP Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mindful Life Program":MAILTO:welcome@mindfullifeprogram.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250114
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness In Recovery® Online Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:The online Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) course has been specifically designed to support people from all walks of life\, whether you are in recovery of any kind\, a family member or friend\, or a professional working in the treatment field\, to develop the skills to reduce stress\, increase resiliency\, and more fully engage in their lives with more connection and joy. \n\n\n\n\nOur Course Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople in recovery (all pathways\, including 12-step)\nFamily and friends affected by people struggling with substances or other mental health issues (receive the Family and Friends Guidebook to MIR)\nClinicians\, therapists\, and addiction treatment professionals (receive 30 NAADAC CEUs and serves as a prerequisite for the certification course)\nIt is not a replacement for treatment or therapy\, it is an additional support once people are actively engaged in their recovery or therapeutic process.\n\nMindfulness In Recovery® Course Details\nThis is an eight-week course with open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time. It is experiential and focused on helping participants cultivate a daily mindfulness practice that integrates the MIR skills into daily life. \nThe course is interactive with live weekly sessions\, daily activities\, and exercises from either the Essential Guidebook to Mindfulness in Recovery or the Family and Friends edition. Lessons include videos\, instruction with John Bruna\, and interaction with others in the course in our live sessions. \nTo learn more and register visit – MIR Online Course.
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-in-recovery-online-course-2025-2/
CATEGORIES:MIR Course
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250109T190000
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SUMMARY:28-Day Practice Circle
DESCRIPTION:  \n28 Day Daily Practice Circle\nConnect. Practice. Thrive.\nDeepen and Grow Your Mindfulness Practice With Us\nBring an infusion of inspiration and support to your mindfulness practice by joining others for this favorite offering. It’s 28 days of focus and support for practices throughout your day. Join a supportive circle of MLP Certified Mindfulness Teachers and others\, just like you\, looking to bring the benefits of a more consistent\, fuller daily practice to life.\nHosted by MLP Teachers Rita Clagett\, Laura Hess and Kevin Walsh\n \nProgram Dates\n\nOpening Live Event\, January 9th\, 6 pm MT US\nOur 28 Days of Practice are January 12 – February 9 US\nWeekly Gatherings\, Sundays\, 6 pm MT US\n\nElements of Support in our 28 Day Daily Practice Circle\n \n  \n\nOpening Live Event\, January 9\, 6 pm MST US (in Australia\, January 10\, 12 pm AEST)\n\nDedicated support and conversation space within the Mindful Life Network™\nEach week we’ll introduce the theme with an article and share a new recorded meditation for that week. You also have access to a collection of our guided meditations for the 28 days. \nEach day you’ll find a new practice inspiration\, tip or technique\nDownloadable resources such as the “Rhythm of a Daily Practice” and more. \nWe encourage those who join to attend the live weekly mindfulness meetings that we offer. Since we have members in many time zones\, there are no daily live events. \n\nBy participating in the 28 Day Daily Practice Circle\, if you did not already\, you will have access to the Mindful Life Network™\, our free mindfulness community. You will find additional resources there.\n\n  \nRegister Here!\n\n 
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/28-day-practice-circle/
CATEGORIES:MLP Course
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness In Recovery® Online Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:The online Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) course has been specifically designed to support people from all walks of life\, whether you are in recovery of any kind\, a family member or friend\, or a professional working in the treatment field\, to develop the skills to reduce stress\, increase resiliency\, and more fully engage in their lives with more connection and joy. \n\n\n\n\nOur Course Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople in recovery (all pathways\, including 12-step)\nFamily and friends affected by people struggling with substances or other mental health issues (receive the Family and Friends Guidebook to MIR)\nClinicians\, therapists\, and addiction treatment professionals (receive 36 NAADAC CEUs and serves as a prerequisite for the certification course)\nIt is not a replacement for treatment or therapy\, it is an additional support once people are actively engaged in their recovery or therapeutic process.\n\nMindfulness In Recovery® Course Details\nThis is an eight-week course with open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time. It is experiential and focused on helping participants cultivate a daily mindfulness practice that integrates the MIR skills into daily life. \nThe course is interactive with live weekly sessions\, daily activities\, and exercises from either the Essential Guidebook to Mindfulness in Recovery or the Family and Friends edition. Lessons include videos\, instruction with John Bruna\, and interaction with others in the course in our live sessions. \nTo learn more and register visit – MIR Online Course.
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-in-recovery-online-course-2025/
CATEGORIES:MIR Course
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SUMMARY:New Year’s Meditation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:January 1-4\, 2025\nBegin the new year with reflection\, clarity\, and intention.\nJoin us at the Mercy Center in Auburn\, CA\n\nOur co-founders\, John Bruna and Laura Bartels\, will return to Mercy Center Auburn to guide this special meditation retreat. This silent retreat is a rare opportunity to be guided by both of these wonderful teachers! \nThe retreat is beginner friendly and will also allow for seasoned meditators to deepen their practice. We will focus on developing the foundational methods and practices to sustain a meditation practice that is right for you. The days will include multiple short meditation sessions\, quiet reflection time\, guidance\, and discussion in the group teachings. \nThe primary meditation will be the foundational practice of shamatha (calm abiding) meditation. Shamatha is a universal practice\, applicable to everyone\, and is the antidote to an obsessive\, compulsive\, busy mind. It enhances any other meditation practice and provides the foundation for mental and emotional balance. \nThere will be ample time for journaling\, walks\, and spaciousness to gain clarity regarding your life and the way you choose to engage in the year that awaits you. \n  \nJohn Bruna\nJohn Bruna\, a former Buddhist monk and author of The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life: The Essence of Mindfulness\, is a counselor\, educator\, mindfulness\, and Dharma teacher. He is the co-founder of the Mindful Life Program and director of the Way of Compassion Foundation. \nLaura Bartels\nLaura Bartels teaches mindfulness courses\, facilitates mindfulness groups\, and gives public talks on living mindfully as one of the certified mindfulness teachers with the Mindful Life Program. She is also one of the instructors for the year-long MLP Mindfulness Teacher Training and Certification program. She serves as the Executive Director of the Mindful Life Program. \nDates:  Begins Monday\, Jan 1st Registration: 3:00 to 5:00 Dinner: 5:15pm. Ends Thursday\, Jan 4th after Breakfast. \nCost: $360. To Register\, Click Here \nMercy Retreat Center: Click Here \nLocation: Mercy Retreat Center\, Auburn\, California\, USA
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/new-years-meditation-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Mercy Retreat Center\, 535 Sacramento Street\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Mindful Life Program":MAILTO:welcome@mindfullifeprogram.org
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness In Recovery® Online Course
DESCRIPTION:The online Mindfulness in Recovery® (MIR) course has been specifically designed to support people from all walks of life\, whether you are in recovery of any kind\, a family member or friend\, or a professional working in the treatment field\, to develop the skills to reduce stress\, increase resiliency\, and more fully engage in their lives with more connection and joy. \n\n\n\n\nOur Course Supports\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople in recovery (all pathways\, including 12-step)\nFamily and friends affected by people struggling with substances or other mental health issues (receive the Family and Friends Guidebook to MIR)\nClinicians\, therapists\, and addiction treatment professionals (receive 36 NAADAC CEUs and serves as a prerequisite for the certification course)\nIt is not a replacement for treatment or therapy\, it is an additional support once people are actively engaged in their recovery or therapeutic process.\n\nMindfulness In Recovery® Course Details\nThis is an eight-week course with open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time. It is experiential and focused on helping participants cultivate a daily mindfulness practice that integrates the MIR skills into daily life. \nThe course is interactive with live weekly sessions\, daily activities\, and exercises from either the Essential Guidebook to Mindfulness in Recovery or the Family and Friends edition. Lessons include videos\, instruction with John Bruna\, and interaction with others in the course in our live sessions. \nTo learn more and register visit – MIR Online Course.
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-in-recovery-online-course/
CATEGORIES:MIR Course
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SUMMARY:Mindful Living Skills Webinar – December 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Life Community™ is excited to announce our next Mindful Living Skills webinar:  \nAffirming Goodness in Changing Times \nDecember 19th\, 6 pm MST US (December 20th\, 12 pm AEST) \nRegister today to save your spot! \nThe panel for this month’s webinar: \nMark Molony\, Co-Founder of Mindful Life Program™ \nJohn Bruna\, Co-Founder of Mindful Life Program™ \nLaura Bartels\, Executive Director of Mindful Life Program™ \nOur monthly webinars bring Mindful Life Program™ founders\, teachers\, and guests together in a collective conversation on key aspects of practice. Join us to learn\, explore\, and have a chance to ask questions during these live events. \nAs we near the end of the year\, we’re happy to offer this free event to our members and to non-members.  Please help us spread the word and invite friends. And remember to click the link to register and save your spot. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindful-living-skills-webinar-december-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241026T170000
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SUMMARY:Mindful Living Skills Webinar – October 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Life Community™ is excited to announce our next Mindful Living Skills webinar:  \nBeing Mindful With Children \nOctober 26th\, 4 pm MST US (Sunday\, October 27\, 9 am AEST) \nRegister today to save your spot! \nThe panel for this month’s webinar: \nMark Molony\, Co-Founder of Mindful Life Program™ \nJessica Sylvanson\, MLP Certified Teacher \nSteven Chan\, MLP Certified Teacher \nOur monthly webinars bring Mindful Life Program™ founders\, teachers\, and guests together in a collective conversation on key aspects of practice. Join us to learn\, explore\, and have a chance to ask questions during these live events. \nThe webinars are open to anyone\, so feel free to invite friends. They are free to members of the Mindful Life Community™ and Mindfulness in Recovery® Community. If you’re not a member of either\, register for just $10. \nAfter checkout\, look for an email with your personal link to the webinar. \nLear more and register here. 
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindful-living-skills-webinar-october-2024/
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SUMMARY:Mindful Living Skills Webinar – September 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Life Community™ is excited to announce our next Mindful Living Skills webinar:  \nEmbracing Wise Acceptance\, Dropping Resistance \nSeptember 29th\, 6 pm MST US (Monday\, September 30\, 10 am AEST) \nRegister today to save your spot! \nThe panel for this month’s webinar: \nLaura Bartels\, Executive Director of Mindful Life Program™ \nWayne Kinrade\, graduate of the MLY Immersion Semester \nColleen McKernan\, MIR Certified Facilitator \nTerri Sherer\, MIR Certified Facilitator \n\nOur monthly webinars bring Mindful Life Program™ founders\, teachers\, and guests together in a collective conversation on key aspects of practice. Join us to learn\, explore\, and have a chance to ask questions during these live events. \nThe webinars are open to anyone\, so feel free to invite friends. They are free to members of the Mindful Life Community™ and Mindfulness in Recovery® Community. If you’re not a member of either\, register for just $10. \nAfter checkout\, look for an email with your personal link to the webinar. \nLear more and register here. 
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindful-living-skills-webinar-september-2024/
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Foundations Course\, September 26 - November 21\, in Gunnison\, CO
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mindful Life Program Foundations Course\, beginning January 16\, 2025\, at Here & Now in Gunnison\, Colorado. \nOur 8 week Mindfulness Foundations Course is a lively and engaging 20 hour course that combines the practice of meditation and the practical application of mindfulness in daily life. Develop practical skills to live with intention and attention\, and cultivate inner peace\, wellness\, and genuine happiness. \nAttention – Developing attention skills through meditation training. \nWisdom – Understanding one’s biases\, labeling\, projection\, and pre-judgment. Increasing emotional intelligence and learning to respond rather than react. \nValues – Living a meaningful life. Developing healthy habits and responses that are in alignment with one’s personal values. \nOpen heart – Developing healthy relationships and connections. Cultivating skills of compassion\, loving-kindness\, empathic joy and equanimity. \nEnrollment includes: \n\n20 hours of engaging in-person class\nFoundations Course Companion Journal\nCopy of The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life by co-founder John Bruna\nThree-month membership to the Mindful Life Community w/ app access\nAccess to meditation library and additional resources\nOngoing support with mindfulness practice after course ends\n\nIt is best if you can attend all sessions in person\, but if you need to miss one or two sessions\, Jessica can zoom you in or record the lecture part of the class and email a link to you. People sometimes get sick during a course and these options are available for those times as well. It is better to get the benefits of the course than to not sign up because you know you will be gone for one or two sessions! \nThe classes are held in our home/office space at 115 S. Colorado Street. We provide cushions\, chairs\, a bathroom\, snacks\, and water at each class. We have two cats\, so please let us know if this is a problem for you. We can keep them out of the room and run an air purifier if needed. If you are severely allergic and would still like to take the course – contact us for options. \nRead the full description for the course under the Programs tab\, and read more feedback from recent participants here. \nDates: Thursdays\, 5 – 7:30 pm from January 16 – March 6\, 2025 \nCost: $350. \nLocation: The Here & Now Center\, 115 S Colorado Street\, Gunnison\, Colorado. Meditation cushions and chairs and snacks are provided. \nTo register: Click Here to register online or Contact Jessica Sylvanson by phone: (970) 641-6095\, or email: gunni.wellspring@gmail.com. \nFacilitator: Jessica Sylvanson \n 
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-foundations-course-september-26-november-21-in-gunnison-co-2/
LOCATION:Here & Now Center\, Gunnison\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:MLP Course
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Sylvanson":MAILTO:gunni.wellspring@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240926T193000
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness Foundations Course\, September 26 - November 21\, in Gunnison\, CO
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mindful Life Program Foundations Course\, beginning September 26\, 2024\, at Here & Now in Gunnison\, Colorado. Give yourself the gift of this lively and engaging opportunity to learn to live mindfully\, with attention and intention\, cultivating genuine happiness and a meaningful life. The course teaches the practice of meditation and the practical application of mindfulness in daily life. Empower yourself to integrate the four key areas of mindfulness – attention\, wisdom\, values\, and an open heart – into your life in practical\, accessible and universal ways. \nAttention – Developing attention skills through meditation training. \nWisdom – Understanding one’s biases\, labeling\, projection\, and pre-judgment. Increasing emotional intelligence and learning to respond rather than react. \nValues – Living a meaningful life. Developing healthy habits and responses that are in alignment with one’s personal values. \nOpen heart – Developing healthy relationships and connections. Cultivating skills of compassion\, loving-kindness\, empathic joy and equanimity. \nEnrollment includes: \n\n20 hours of engaging in-person class\nFoundations Course Companion Journal\nCopy of The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life by co-founder John Bruna\nThree-month membership to the Mindful Life Community w/ app access\nAccess to meditation library and additional resources\nDaily practice guide\n\nRead the full description for the course under the Programs tab\, and read more feedback from recent participants here. \nDates: Thursdays\, 5 – 7:30 pm from September 26 – November 21. (No class on October 31st) \nCost: $350. \nLocation: The Here & Now Center\, 115 S Colorado Street\, Gunnison\, Colorado. Meditation cushions and chairs and snacks are provided. \nTo register: Click Here to register online or Contact Jessica Sylvanson by phone: (970) 641-6095\, or email: gunni.wellspring@gmail.com. \nFacilitator: Jessica Sylvanson
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mindfulness-foundations-course-september-26-november-21-in-gunnison-co/
LOCATION:Here & Now Center\, Gunnison\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:MLP Course
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Sylvanson":MAILTO:gunni.wellspring@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:11th Step Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This is an annual retreat hosted by the Mercy Center and facilitated by John Bruna and Peter Kuhn in Auburn\, CA.  To learn more\, visit 11th Step Retreat.
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/11th-step-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240710T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240710T163000
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SUMMARY:MLP Online Mindfulness 8 Week Foundations Course
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, July 10 – August 28th – Course Limited to 5 Participants\nThe MLP Mindfulness Foundations Course combines the practice of meditation with the application of mindfulness in daily life. Our goal is to help you to live your life with attention and intention\, cultivating the skills that empower you to make healthy choices that are in alignment with your values and that are meaningful to you. The course is designed to be practical and accessible\, allowing anyone\, with or without a background in mindfulness\, to participate. The course is also designed to be universal so that anyone can benefit from mindfulness\, regardless of cultural\, economic\, or spiritual background. \nIn this time of national and global challenges such as an ongoing pandemic\, deep societal divides\, and grief-inducing climate chaos\, basic mindfulness skills can help us to reduce anxiety\, eco-despair\, and fear; to live our precious lives with genuine happiness\, loving-kindness\, and compassion. This course is a transformative first step on a lifelong journey into our more authentic and joyful selves. \nJoin the Mindful Life Program Foundations Course\, July 10 – August 28\, 2024. Give yourself the gift of this lively and engaging opportunity to learn to live mindfully\, with attention and intention\, cultivating genuine happiness and a meaningful life. The MLP Foundations Course combines the practice of meditation with the application of mindfulness in daily life and guides you to develop the habits that support you.  Empower yourself to integrate the four key areas of mindfulness – attention\, wisdom\, values\, and an open heart – into your life in practical\, accessible\, and universal ways.  \nAttention – Developing attention through meditation training. \nWisdom – Understanding one’s biases\, labeling\, projections and pre-judgments. Increasing emotional intelligence and learning to respond rather than react. \nValues – Living a meaningful life. Developing healthy habits and responses that are in alignment with one’s personal values. \nOpen heart – Developing healthy relationships and connections. Cultivating skills of compassion\, loving-kindness\, empathic joy\, and equanimity. \nIn order to live a meaningful life and develop the freedom to live consciously\, the curriculum focuses on training the mind and cultivating the ability to make healthy choices that are beneficial to the life you want to live. In this way\, you can live your life with attention and intention. This course consists of lectures\, meditations\, small group discussions\, journaling\, and short video presentations. Our teachers create a safe environment for participants to explore their own values and learn to apply practices to live in alignment with them. \nEnrollment includes: \n\n20 hours of engaging live online class\n“Transforming to a Mindful Life” Course Companion Journal\n“The Wisdom of a Meaningful Life” by co-founder John Bruna\nThree-month membership in the Mindful Life Community™\nAccess to a guided meditation library and additional resources\n\nDates: Wednesdays\, July 10 – August 28\, 2024\, 2 – 4:30pm MST \nCost: $349\, scholarships available based on need. Contact the instructor for information on cost and scholarships. \nTo register: click here – course is limited to 5 participants \nContact: Rita Clagett\, Mirador Eco-Retreat\, 970.216.8020\, dukkaqueen@skybeam.com \nFacilitator: Rita Clagett \nFacilitator Website \n*Continuing Professional Development (CPDs) credits may be available for social workers\, therapists\, and substance abuse counselors. \n*Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be available for teachers. \nPlease contact the instructor to inquire about credits being offered for this course. \nThe course is offered to general audiences as well as to specific audiences such as educators\, mental health professionals\, recovery professionals\, wellness programs\, and more. Ask about bringing this course to your workplace or other groups.
URL:https://mindfulnessinrecovery.com/event/mlp-online-mindfulness-8-week-foundations-course-3/
CATEGORIES:MLP Course
ORGANIZER;CN="Rita Clagett":MAILTO:dukkaqueen@skybeam.com
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