Stress Resources
 
 
APRIL 2007
In This Issue
Spring MBSR Program
April 4 Drop-In Refresher
Weekend Teen Workshop
Newburyport Insight Meditation Center

MBSR Program
 
"This class was transformative...it changed the way I relate to myself and others in a very powerful, positive way"
 
--MBSR program participant
 
 
The Spring Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program (MBSR) will be starting on April 24 and April 27 at the Wright Tavern Center in historic Concord Center.
 
Tuesday evening or Friday morning sessions available. 
 
Exquisite onsite outdoor labyrinth for walking meditation instruction.
 
Class size it limited to 15 participants...sign-up today!
 
Continuing education credits included for nurses and other health professionals!
 
Greetings!
 
A new season of renewal and a fresh new look for Stress Resources: A crisper, easier to read and navigate newsletter and website, with you the reader in mind! You will continue to find updated resources, workshops, classes and research related to resiliency and stress reduction highlighted and coming soon... enhanced features. 
 
Spring also brings a new crop of opportunities for workshops and classes....check out the offerings below...MBSR, Weekend Teen Workshop and more. Of interest to readers north of Boston, the Newburyport Insight Meditation Center is offering many workshops and short retreats this spring.  I have included a link to their site for your convenience
 
As always, I am grateful for your many referrals and interest in Stress Resources.  It is my hope that Stress Resources will continue to be a valuable resource for you. 
 
 
Wishing you a season of renewal,
 
Pam
 
Pamela Katz Ressler, RN, BSN, HNC
Stress Resources, LLC
 

April Drop-In Refresher
"Meditation Maintenance"
 
Join other former MBSR students and those interested in the practice of meditation for an evening of renewal at our monthly Drop-In Meditation Class to be held on Wednesday, April 4 from 7-9 PM at Wright Tavern Center in Concord. 
 
This month we will renew our focus on metta (lovingkindness) meditation and how it relates to forgiveness and compassion.
 
Monthly Drop-In sessions are held on the first Wednesday of the month at the Wright Tavern Center in Concord. 

Upcoming sessions will be held on:

  • Wednesday, May 3
  • Wednesday, June 6

Pre-registration is not necessary, but appreciated.

Drop In fee is $15

 
Weekend Workshop for Teens
 Sunday, April 22 3-5 PM

studentJust in time for...

  • May 5 SAT
  • June 2 SAT
  • Final Exams

A two-hour WEEKEND workshop specifically designed for teens to increase their resiliency for the stresses of standardized tests and final exams.

Using research validated tools of relaxation, meditation, guided imagery, and gentle muscle relaxation, students will learn and practice strategies for more effective concentration and focus for school and beyond. 
 
Class size is limited to 6 students. Preregistration is required by April 17.
 
For more information call Stress Resources, 978-369-5243 or email Pam
Newburyport Insight Meditation Center
meditation
North of Boston
 
I always love to hear about resources YOU have found to maintain and support your stress resiliency practice.
 
One of my former MBSR students highly recommends the Insight Meditation Center of Newburyport for maintaining his practice a bit closer to home. 
 
For those of you north of Boston, you may want to take a look at their offerings.  The resident teacher is Mathew Daniell, who also teaches mindful yoga and meditation at the Cambridge Insight Meditation Center.