Mindfulness 101 Online 4 Week Series

Mindfulness 101 is a 4-week program consisting of four 75 min classes during which participants are offered simple, easy to understand instruction in the basic elements of mindfulness meditation. This course is an ideal entry point for anyone who has an interest in learning mindfulness meditation in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. No previous experience is necessary to join.

Each class will include guided meditations, experiential exercises, instructive talks, and also a group discussion with feedback. Every week you will receive homework suggestionsto help you incorporate and skilfully apply the teachings and practices covered in the class into your daily life. Once the class starts you will receive access to the dedicated learning platform containing home practice materials including downloadable guided meditations.

How will you benefit from taking this class:
Two decades of published research indicate that the majority of people who practice mindfulness have a greater ability to cope more effectively with both short- and long-term stressful situations. By learning to actively participate in the management of their own health and well-being, many practitioners report they are better able to manage stress, fear, anger, anxiety and depression both at home and in the workplace. People taking this class come from all walks of life, but they share one thing in common: the desire to find more balance, peace and happiness in their lives.

Janka Livoncova is an Insight Meditation Teacher, Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500) and a trained Somatic Movement Educator. She has been practicing and studying the dharma for two decades. Initially in the Soto Zen tradition and, since 2007, under the guidance of her mentor, DaeJa Napier. She maintains a daily meditation practice and regularly attends Vipassana retreats with her dharma teachers. Janka is a graduate of Spirit Rock Meditation Center’s 2-year Community Dharma Leader Program and  completed the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction in Mind-Body Medicine professional training program. Janka is a graduate of the Somatic Movement Education training program at the Kinesthetic Learning Center, and trained in both 200 & 500 hour level yoga.

There is a work-study scholarship available for those in need. Please call Janka at 423-488-5406 or email the Center at info@centermindfulliving.org to inquire.