Mindfulness is a simple, yet powerful practice of training our attention to the present moment - and of noticing whatever arises with gentle curiosity. It is a critical foundation for looking within (at our thoughts, feelings & body sensations) through a clear, nurturing lens.

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​Mindfulness helps us to see our own nature - our patterns of thinking, feeling & behaving. Through practice we become more aware of the ways in which our habitual reactions can add to the stress of our everyday life. We can gain profound insight & a deep awareness which enables us to choose how we respond to whatever occurs in our life.

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What is the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course?

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​This evidence-based MBSR course is designed to help you navigate life's challenges with greater ease & resilience. It blends ancient mindfulness practices (from Buddhism, zen & vipassana) with cutting-edge neuroscience & Mind-Body-Medicine. It provides participants with practical skills to work with stress, physical pain & difficult emotions & thoughts in a way that feels empowering, not overwhelming.

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Whether you're facing work pressure, relationship difficulties, or health concerns, or want to see deeper into your patterns, mind & true nature, this course offers practical, time-tested techniques.
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It is suitable for those new to meditation as well as those looking to deepen, or reconnect with, their practice. It is a secular, evidence based course.

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What are the benefits?

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The MBSR course is considered the gold standard in mindfulness meditation globally, with a growing body of research supporting its wide-ranging health & wellbeing benefits.  Research has found the MBSR course can help:

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• reduce stress, anxiety & depression​

• improve learning & memory, emotional regulation & perspective taking

• reduce pain, fatigue & stress in people with chronic pain

• manage diabetes distress, weight, glycaemic control & blood pressure

• reduce menopausal symptoms

• to act with greater intentionality & purpose

 

Watch this video to find out more about our MBSR course.

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Schedule & timings

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Sessions include guided meditation practices, reflection & sharing, & exercises to help build fresh perspectives & insights of our habitual patterns.

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​​Session timings & themes are detailed below.

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• Mon  (7.15-9.15am) -   What is mindfulness

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• Tues (7.15-9.15am) -   How we perceive the world & ourselves

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• Wed  (7.15-9.15am) -  Mindfulness of breath & body in movement

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• Thu  (7.15-9.15am) -   Learning about our patterns of stress reactivity

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• Fri   (7.15-9.15am) -    Mindful responding instead of reacting

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• Sat  (9am - 3.30pm) -  Interpersonal mindfulness, how can I best take care of myself & how to keep your mindfulness alive

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To note the course covers the same content & material as the 8 week MBSR course, but with sessions spread across 1 week.

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Participant requirements

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Sessions are held in a small group format. Sharing our experiences of the practice is a critical part of the learning journey. So you need to be willing to share occasionally & hold others sharings with kindness & confidentiality.

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To get the most from the course it is suggested you attend all sessions & undertake suggested home practices (mindful eating/ awareness etc).

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The course will be led by Helen Eveleigh, a qualified MBSR teacher certified in Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness.

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​​Cost & booking​

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The price for the MBSR course is Rs. 6,900 (inclusive of GST). Payments can be made on our website through GPAY etc.

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All participants receive a workbook (hard & soft copy), access to all of the guided meditations & a complimentary place at a Mindfulness Kindfulness half day retreat. ​A certificate of participation will also be available for those who complete the course.

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For Auroville community members (Aurovilians, Newcomers & SAVI registered volunteers) the course is offered on contribution of their choice basis.

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Please use the link below to register for the MBSR course. If you have any questions you can whatsapp Helen on 7094753054

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Course location​

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The course location is in Auroville.

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Auroville is a township located around 10km from Puducherry. Auroville is recognised as the first and only internationally endorsed ongoing experiment in human unity and transformation of consciousness. It is all about a different way of living and receiving the world.

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Auroville has many guest houses & a range of cultural events, activities, therapies & classes - see the Auroville website. We are happy to provide advice on accommodation options for those attending the course.​​​​

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