Mind full?
MBSR and MBCT mindfulness courses lead you to greater serenity. During this 8-week course, you'll learn to direct your attention to the present moment, explore how to observe your thoughts and feelings without being swept away by them and discover healthy ways to handle stress and difficult emotions.
Overview:
Would you like to reduce stress and enhance your focus? Whether you're facing (work-related) pressure, relationship challenges or information overload…
MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction): developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn and utilized globally in hospitals and clinics. The course equips participants with practical mindfulness skills, including meditation, body scan, and yoga. It fosters resilience for facing life's challenges with a calm mind, promotes deep self-awareness, and teaches adaptive responses to negative thought patterns. The goal is to enhance overall well-being and quality of life through stress management, paving the way for a transformative journey towards mindfulness.
MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy): intricately examines specific areas of vulnerability for those who have experienced:
multiple episodes of depression
Burnout
ADHD (training in managing attention and emotional regulation)
Substance Use Disorders
Who can benefit from the course?
Courses are crafted for those seeking inner peace and effective tools to navigate the complexities of modern life.
What will you gain from the course?
Inner Calm: Learn to embrace the present moment and free yourself from stress.
Emotional Resilience: Develop tools to understand and manage your emotions.
Thought Mastery: Recognize how thoughts influence well-being and gain control.
Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded individuals in a nurturing environment.
Course Investment:
The course is invaluable, and we ask for a minimum donation of €250. Your contribution not only supports your transformation but also contributes to the "Mindful Kids" School in Sri Lanka. Visit scotlandbuddhistvihara.org/mindful-kids/ for more information.
Financial Support:
If you would like to join but affordability is a concern, please email us.
Registration:
To register, email to mindfulnessbasedsolutions@gmail.com. Bhante will conduct individual discussions with each participant in a pre-course Interview to tailor the course to individual needs.
When:
8-week courses (2h/week) with a concluding silent retreat day workshop
MBCT: Mondays, 15:00-17:00, 12.02. - 01.04.2024
MBSR: Saturdays, 12:30-14:30, 17.02 - 06.04.2024
Silent Retreat Day: 7., 13. or 14. April (tbd with participants)
About Bhante:
Embark on a mindful journey led by Bhante Rewatha, a devoted monk and educator. Starting his monastic life at age 10, he gracefully navigates a path of quiet dedication, holding a Royal Pandith title, an M.A. in Pali and Buddhist Philosophy, and an M.Sc. in Mindfulness Teaching.
As the founder of Scotland Buddhist Vihara and "Chief Monk of Great Britain" since 2009, Bhante Rewatha serves as a humble guide for interreligious dialogue. In 2015, he established Sri Lanka's first mindfulness-based preschool, "Mindful Kids Preschool," with proceeds supporting this special initiative. Experience the convergence of Eastern Tradition and modern psychology. Join us and discover the gentle power of mindfulness.
Enroll now and embrace Mindfulness, Your Path to Resilience and Inner Strength