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Mindfulness training (MBSR)- di. 7 januari 19.15 uur

Hoe zat dat nog een keer met bewuster leven, meer genieten, meer tijd maken voor jezelf en je familie?  We zijn weer terug bij af: mensen haasten zich naar werk, personeelstekort, werkdruk, overuren… en ‘s avonds staat je hoofd nog helemaal aan tot diep in de nacht. En heeft du ook impact op je nachtelijke herstel. Leren omgaan met stress, spanning, malen en piekeren is dan ook één van de speerpunten van een mindfulness training. In een 8-weekse mindfulnesstraining (MBSR) leer je tools en handvatten die je ook tijdens je drukke bestaan kunt integreren om en meer rustmomenten te ervaren terwijl om je heen chaos heerst. Daarnaast leer je je persoonlijke valkuilen en/of je drijfveren kennen en je krijgt handige tools om beter om te gaan met bv. onrust, je patronen of stressvolle situaties….en nog veel meer. Wat is Mindfulness (MBSR)?Eerder en beter bewust hoe het met je gaat Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is een vaardigheidstraining, waarbij leert inzichten te krijgen in je automatisch gedrag, je houding, oordelen, gedachtepatronen en emoties. Hierachter zit een training van …

English Mindfulness course, start 24th February 2025

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a specific skills training (8- week training cycle) which is scientifically proven to be effective and efficient for stress relief. With this training you can create a higher degree of awareness, learn better dealing with tension or rumination. It also helps increasing self-confidence. You learn to de-stress, become more focused and it improves complex problem-solving and decision-making. HOW DOES IT WORK? A human being has up to 80,000 thoughts a day. However 90% of our behaviour is impacted by our unconscious mind, such as thoughts, values, opinions, fears, drivers etc. By creating a higher awareness we are able identifying pieces of our unconscious mind. This means we can for example be easier aware of our own physical situation and needs and therefore respect our boundaries. But also we can identify critical (stress)moments and interrupt stress cycles before they get out control. VENUE   When: 8 times on Monddays 19.15h – 21.45h Lesson dates: 24 February / 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 March/ 7, 14 April 2025 Location: Begijnhof 20, Haarlem …

Silent Meditation Retreat (guided in English), Sunday 23rd February 9.00h-13.00h.

____________________________ How about unplugging yourself, slowing down and finding some rest or silence? Then you are welcome to join our mindful silent meditation retreat on Sunday morning 23rd February Haarlem city center. WHAT IS A MINDFUL SILENT MEDITATION RETREAT ? The idea of this retreat is meditating together in stillness.During the silence you will have the opportunity better noticing your state of mind, your bodily experiences or feelings. Your brain can calm down or release of too much thinking. Also your body finds some rest or relaxation. It’s a kind of Spa treatment for your brain, as well as for your body. WHAT ARE WE DOING?During these 3.5/4 hours we practice various mindful meditation exercises in silence (e.g. yoga, sitting / breathing meditation, mindful walking, mindful listening). All exercises are guided by Alexandra Pils (who is talking for the instructions). She is a certified teacher for Mindfulness & Stress Coach. VENUEDate: 23rd February 2025 (Sunday morning): Time: 9.00 am – 13.00 pmLocation Begijnhof 20, Haarlem City CenterLanguage: EnglishGroup size: max. 8 participantsPrice: €35,- LINK TO …