Introducing Mindfulness (IM)
Offered in Course & Workshop Format:
A. 3-Session Online Course (3 x weekly 1-hour sessions)
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B. 3.5 hour Online Workshop (includes 30-minute break)
If you’re new to mindfulness, or you’d like to come back to it after some time out, our 3-week Introducing Mindfulness course gives you a brief taste of mindfulness practice and theory.
"The present moment is the only time in which we can truly experience life."
Jon Kabat-Zinn
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Overview of mindfulness, attention, and its role in shaping experience
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Introduction to short mindfulness practices: Body Scan, Anchoring, and Ten-Finger Appreciation (Gratitude)
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Home practice guidance and tools for personal mindfulness development
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Course orientation: teacher introductions, participation protocols, and self-care reminders
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Explore how shifting perspectives can enhance self-awareness and balance in everyday life
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Practice different modes of experiencing (thinking, observing, and being) to develop wisdom and self-care
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Learn how the "Breathing Space" technique helps us recognize and shift between these modes
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Reflect on key takeaways, including practical tools for mindfulness in daily life and home practice guidance
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Learn how to create a "pause" between stimulus and response using the Breathing Space technique to respond skillfully, rather than react
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Explore how awareness and context shape our ability to respond to situations in life
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Reflect on learnings from the past sessions, including practicing mindful awareness and self-care
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Discuss next steps for continuing mindfulness practice and applying it in daily life
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What is integrative coaching at PSYCHOSOMA?Integrative coaching at PSYCHOSOMA is a holistic approach to personal development, combining psychological understanding, mindfulness, and body-based techniques. It focuses on the mind-body connection to help clients achieve balance and well-being. Sessions are tailored to each client’s needs, integrating mental and physical health strategies to foster growth and life satisfaction.
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How is integrative coaching different from psychotherapy?Integrative coaching focuses on personal growth, goal-setting, and improving specific life areas, such as career or relationships, with an emphasis on practical strategies and forward momentum. In contrast, psychotherapy addresses mental health concerns, emotional healing, and deep-rooted issues from the past. While coaching is more action-oriented, psychotherapy dives deeper into understanding and healing emotional or psychological challenges.
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How is integrative coaching different from traditional life coaching?Integrative coaching differs from traditional life coaching by taking a more holistic approach. It incorporates various techniques and methods from psychology, mindfulness, and wellness practices, aiming to address the mind, body, and emotions. Traditional life coaching typically focuses on achieving specific goals, while integrative coaching works on both personal growth and well-being, considering multiple aspects of a person’s life for a more comprehensive transformation.
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Is it possible to have in-person sessions?Currently I only offer online sessions, we will let you know if this changes in the future.