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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​MBSR was developed in the 1970s to enable a wider audience to benefit from mindfulness. The course explores traditional zen & vipassana practices through an accessible, secular, evidence based format.​​ It synthesizes ancient Eastern spiritual practices with emerging findings from neuroscience, positive psychology & Mind-Body Medicine.

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The MBSR course is now considered the gold standard in mindfulness meditation globally, with a growing body of research supporting its wide-ranging health & wellbeing benefits. Whilst it has been attended by millions of people globally, we are one of the few practices to offer the official version of the MBSR course in-person in India.

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The course has been developed for anyone who experiences stress in their lives (ie. most of humanity) & who wants to find ways to relate differently to it. 

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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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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

 

You can also watch a short animation here on why mindfulness is a super power.

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Schedule & timings

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Sessions will include guided meditation practices (some of which involve gentle movement), group reflection & sharing as well as a range of exercises to help build fresh perspectives & insights of our habitual patterns.

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This 1 week course covers the same content & material as the traditional 8 week MBSR course, however sessions are daily instead of weekly with a full day on the Saturday.

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Session timings & themes are detailed below.

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• Mon 17th Nov: (7.15 - 9.15am) - What is mindfulness

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• Tues 18th: (7.15 - 9.15am) - How we perceive the world & ourselves

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• Wed 19th: (7.15 - 9.15am) - Mindfulness of breath & body in movment

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• Thu 20th: (7.15 - 9.15am) - Learning about our patterns of stress reactivity

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• Fri 21st: (7.15 - 9.15am) - Working with stress - mindful responding instead of reacting

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• Sat 22nd: (9am - 3.30pm) - Interpersonal mindfulness (stressful communications), Lifestyle choices (how can I best take care of myself) & How to keep your mindfulness alive

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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/ noticing pleasant events 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 Radiance, 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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