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'In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.'
~ Albert Camus
Greetings!
2015 has buried those of us in the Northeast under 70 + inches of snow, and it is only the beginning of February! For many of us spring cannot come soon enough, but we are settling in to the "what is" of the situation. While not entirely embracing the challenges of snow, we are at least seeing the absurdity of the situation. The use of humor in times of adversity can lead to more resilience. We will certainly be a resilient bunch when spring rolls around.
It is often in the most unexpected places that we find moments of mindfulness. The photo below was taken in my backyard; an ironic visual reminder to open my eyes to the "what is" looking back at me.
The deep winter also allows us to savor a good book or poem. You may want to consider reading or re-reading some of poet Mary Oliver's mindful reflections. If you haven't had an opportunity to hear Mary Oliver interviewed by Krista Tippett, you are in for a treat. I have included a link here (Mary Oliver Interview, On Being)
Until next month, my best wishes for opening your eyes to noticing mindfulness in the most unexpected places,
Pam
Stress Resources
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Meditation Maintenance
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2014-15 Winter/Spring Schedule
Snow cancellation notices will be posted on Stress Resources' voice mail (978.369.5243)
Meditation Maintenance Sessions
are a great way to give yourself a monthly self-care "tune-up" by joining with fellow meditators to discuss insights and challenges of your practice.
Our general schedule is the 2nd Wednesday (evening) and 2nd Friday (afternoon) of each month. However, there may be some months when we will meet on other Wednesdays or Fridays. Please see the schedule below.
You are welcome to attend each month or simply on an occasional basis. You will find a supportive and welcoming respite in the midst of your busyness.
Winter/Spring Schedule
Evening sessions meet 7-9 PM
Wed, Feb 11
Wed, Mar 11
Wed, Apr 8
Wed, May 13
Daytime sessions meet 12:30-2:30 PM
Fri, Feb 13
Fri, Mar 13
Fri, Apr 10
Fri, May 8
Both evening and daytime sessions are held at Stress Resources' office (97 Lowell Rd, Concord, MA). Please pre-register for sessions as space is limited.
Meditation Maintenance sessions are $15 per session*
*Please note: Due to a rent increase for my office space, 2015 Meditation Maintenance will be $20 per session.
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Mindful Mugs
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 Many of you asked when I would introduce another mug to our very popular Breathe mug...well here it is cup of Calm, the second in Stress Resources' series of Mindful Mugs.
Mindful Mugs make perfect gifts for teachers, co-workers, students, or YOURSELF. Check out Stress Resources' Mindful Mugs and our Gift Sets which include choice of either a Calm or Breathe Mindful Mug and Opening the Door to Meditation CD on our website. |
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A Haiku a Day Builds Mindfulness
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 During the entire month of January I challenged myself and those who follow me on my blog and on Facebook, to join me in writing a mindful haiku each day. It turned into a wonderful exercise in noticing and it rippled out to include others who joined together in stopping and noticing something each day...sometimes humorous, sometimes poignant and but always with curiosity and gratitude.
I invite you to take a look at my blog, Pam Ressler,RN, to read 31 days of haiku (a haiku is structured with 5 syllables in the first line, 7 syllables in the second line and 5 syllables in the third line). |
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Individualized, Flexible Mindfulness Training
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Do you love the idea of learning mindfulness based strategies and meditation to enhance your life and decrease your stress, but a weekly program does not work for your schedule? Look no further than our Flexible Mindfulness Training. Stress Resources offers individual and semi-private training in Mindfulness Based Stress  Reduction. Sign up for semi-private sessions with a friend and one of you trains for 1/2 price ($200 savings).
Flexible MBSR/Private and Semi-Private Mindfulness Training: This unique option offered by Stress Resources allows the individual to set the pace for training but maintains the essential framework of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction in private or semi-private sessions.
Stress Resources' Flexible MBSR has been successfully taught to business leaders, healthcare professionals, management consultants, teachers, busy parents and students. We work together, mindfully, to meet your needs. What are you waiting for?
The Flexible Mindfulness Training:- Includes four 1-hour sessions that may be scheduled
in the morning, afternoon or evening to meet your needs. We can meet in person, in Stress Resources' Concord office, or via Skype.
- Materials provided include 5 CDs (downloadable to mp3), copy of Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn, training workbook and reference guide.
- Allows your MBSR training to take place over 8-12 weeks at your own pace and schedule with individualized coaching.
- Add a friend option allows you to learn the skills of MBSR with a friend and train for 1/2 price! (BCBS discount cannot be combined with this special rate)
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Mindfulness on 60 Minutes
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Mindfulness continues to be explored in various media -- last year it was Time Magazine and this year it is 60 minutes that has people calling me to find out how to learn about mindfulness. I am very grateful for the interest! If you didn't get a chance to view the 60 Minutes episode with Anderson Cooper, I thought it was quite well done and gave a good overview of mindfulness meditation. Here is a link to the program, Mindfulness (with Anderson Cooper)
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