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Seven Factors of Non-Reactivity

December 7, 2021 4:01 pm Published by Comments Off on Seven Factors of Non-Reactivity

These seven factors support our meditation practice; we learn how to be less reactive and more responsive to challenging situations and events. Mindfulness Meditation – Concentration, Awareness, with Compassion Mindfulness is awareness that arises by paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally. Mindfulness involves training in attention, awareness, concentration, and compassion. Key aspects [...]


Mindful Stretching, Three-Part Breathing, and Awareness of Breath Meditation

September 8, 2021 5:15 pm Published by Comments Off on Mindful Stretching, Three-Part Breathing, and Awareness of Breath Meditation

In preparation for the Awareness of Breath Meditation we will start with a few minutes of gentle stretching with awareness or chair yoga. We gently stretch the body while paying attention to those physical sensations that are most predominate as we 1) stretch our hands up over our head, 2) then we’ll do neck rotations [...]


Mindfulness Attitudes and Guidelines for Meditation Practice

January 8, 2021 8:12 pm Published by Comments Off on Mindfulness Attitudes and Guidelines for Meditation Practice

This month we explore the attitudes and guidelines, essential aspects of an effective Mindfulness practice during meditation as well as for everyday living. Mindfulness is … Mindfulness is awareness that arises by paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally (that is, suspending judgment). Another way to define mindfulness is to look at its [...]


Cultivating Joy for the Holidays and Throughout the New Year

December 30, 2020 4:11 pm Published by Comments Off on Cultivating Joy for the Holidays and Throughout the New Year

We all experience joy and know what it feels like. The good news is that we can cultivate the feeling and create the conditions for it to be realized more deeply and frequently. Mindfulness is one way to enhance the development of this innate ability we all share. First, a brief introduction to what Mindfulness [...]


Mindfully Dealing with Holiday Stress

December 7, 2020 5:29 pm Published by Comments Off on Mindfully Dealing with Holiday Stress

Exploring Mindfulness practices and several related ways to work with holiday stress Mindfulness Meditation – Mindfulness is awareness that arises by paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally (that is, suspending judgment). Mindfulness involves training in attention, awareness, concentration, and compassion. Key aspects of mindfulness: Concentration – the ability to stay focused on [...]


Mindfulness Leading to Choiceless Awareness Meditation Practice for Deeper Peace & Relaxation

October 6, 2020 9:22 pm Published by Comments Off on Mindfulness Leading to Choiceless Awareness Meditation Practice for Deeper Peace & Relaxation

A free offering from the Loran Smith Center, Piedmont Athens Regional All are welcome. This free session is Friday, October 9th from 6 – 7:00 p.m. – contact Mike Healy for questions or for the Zoom link mfhealy@bellsouth.net The Essence of Mindfulness Mindfulness is the awareness that arises by paying attention, on purpose, in the [...]


Is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction right for you?

September 10, 2020 4:39 pm Published by Comments Off on Is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction right for you?

Sponsored by the Loran Smith Center at Athens Regional Medical Center What is the “Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction workshop” – how does it work, is it right for me? Below is information about how Mindfulness can change your relationship to stress, anxiety, and other difficult thoughts and emotions. And learn first-hand this Friday with a chance [...]


Radiating Loving Kindness Meditation

August 11, 2020 8:30 pm Published by Comments Off on Radiating Loving Kindness Meditation

A free monthly offering from the Loran Smith Center, Piedmont Athens Regional Radiating Loving Kindness Meditation When: The next Mindfulness Practice Evening – is this Friday, August 14, 2020, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Where: at the convenience of being in your own home. Zoom is a free and easy to use platform. Just click [...]


The Body Scan as a Mindfulness Practice

May 5, 2020 6:05 pm Published by Comments Off on The Body Scan as a Mindfulness Practice

A free offering by the Loran Smith Center, Piedmont Athens Regional and provided by the Mindful Living Center, LLC The Body Scan as a Mindfulness Practice – realizing a deep relaxed awareness of mind and body as you deepen your concentration, attention, awareness, and compassion Introduction: Mindfulness defined – awareness that arises when we pay [...]


Expert Tips for Creating a Meditation Space at Home

February 28, 2020 8:31 pm Published by Comments Off on Expert Tips for Creating a Meditation Space at Home

Meditation is a powerful tool that can help you reduce stress, relieve anxiety, enhance self-awareness, and so much more. While meditation can be done at any time, in any place, creating a dedicated area at home can make the practice even more special. But how do you actually go about creating this place of stillness? [...]