This course offers young people who are facing exams an introduction to the practice of mindfulness with special attention to appropriate resourcing: developing clarity and focus, and relaxing and restoring.

INTRODUCTION TO MINDFULNESS

• What is mindfulness?
• What is the effect of mindfulness on our brain?

BASIC PRACTICES

• breathing
• sitting
• guided meditation
• walking
• eating
• deep relaxation

SPECIAL FOCUS

• clarity and focus
• relax and restore

RESOURCES

• The course comes with mindfulness resources – including downloadable mp3s of guided meditations and deep relaxation.
• Students are encouraged to map their practice and experience as the course progresses.

TIME: 60 minute session x 6 weeks
NUMBERS: The course is limited to 12 participants.