Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation Practice
Learn to reduce stress and worry and live more fully in the present. This 90-minute session will introduce you to meditation in a fun, welcoming environment where all are beginners. If you are curious about meditation, this is a great way to try it without committing to a longer course. You’ll discover how to kickstart your personal meditation practice and enhance your well-being. This session is also the first step towards more in-depth programs offered by Atlanta Mindfulness Institute.
Learn the basics of meditation in a friendly, welcoming environment.
Course Overview
This engaging session will introduce you to mindfulness and the neuroscience behind it. You’ll learn that mindfulness is not a religion but rather a practice of being aware and living fully in the present. You’ll also discover that mindfulness and meditation offer a range of physical and mental health benefits. If you enjoy the experience, you can move on to a meditation sitting group or enroll in our Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course.
What you will learn in 90 minutes
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- What mindfulness is (and is not)
- The neuroscience of mindfulness
- The potential benefits of mindfulness
- Instruction in sitting meditation
- How to use mindfulness in your everyday life
Why Choose AMI?
Atlanta Mindfulness Institute instructors are highly trained professionals who are informed by the latest neuroscience. They are also warm and accessible individuals who are ready to share their wisdom, answer your questions, and support your practice. Each instructor is committed to a personal meditation practice in addition to professional teaching. Most importantly, they make learning fun.
Cost $50.00. No previous meditation experience required.
When: May 6, 2020
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Stephanie Swann, PhD
When: February 29, 2020
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Instructor: Dana Goldman, LPC
When: January 15, 2020 Registration is closed. Class is full.
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Stephanie Swann, PhD
When: December 4, 2019 Registration is closed. Class is full.
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Stephanie Swann, PhD
Where: Atlanta Mindfulness Counseling & Consulting
675 Seminole Avenue, Suite 103, Atlanta, GA 30307
Instructors:
Stephanie Swann, PhD
Helen Vantine, PhD
Dana Goldman, LPC
Tara Lozano, LPC
Elizabeth Wilder Young, LCSW
Cancellation Policy
You are eligible for a full refund minus a $10.00 service fee until 14 days prior to the course start. If cancellation occurs within less than 14 days you are entitled to a 50% refund. Once the class begins there is no refund.
