Mindfulness

First Met is offering a second six-week Mindfulness program in September and October 2017. For registration information please see below.

In this highly participatory and practical course, participants will learn how to increase their awareness and concentration, improve their ability to cope with stressful situations and develop self-compassion and compassion for others. Classes will include:

• guided instruction in selected mindfulness practices such as mindful breathing, body scan, mindful sitting, mindful walking, mindful movements and befriending meditation
• group discussions and home assignments to enhance awareness in everyday life

Mindfulness Backgrounder

Instructor:

The course will be offered by Wally Lazaruk, Ph.D., an education consultant and Certified Professional Coach. Wally received professional training in the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program (MBSR)developed at the Centre for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.

He worked as an intern with the Centre for Mindfulness, University of California, San Diego and received training in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy.

Registration and further information:

Fees for the course are $75 and will be used to fund Spiritual Care and Wellness initiatives at First Met. Register at the church office or at office@firstmetvictoria.com. Deadline is September 11.