Mindfulness and studies confirming its benefits are everywhere these days. But making it a foundation for good living requires an understanding of the practice - its roots, purpose, and methods.
In my teaching I emphasize supporting students in establishing a practice that is steady and ongoing, which can in turn transform our way of being, and serve as a foundation for us to do good and necessary work in the world.
In my teaching I emphasize supporting students in establishing a practice that is steady and ongoing, which can in turn transform our way of being, and serve as a foundation for us to do good and necessary work in the world.
Summer/Fall 2020
Introduction to Mindfulness & Compassion MeditationA systematic introduction to mindfulness meditation and complementary compassion methods for those who would like a firm foundation for an ongoing practice.
A portion of proceeds from these classes are donated to Families for Justice as Healing, an organization of formerly incarcerated women working to end the incarceration of women and girls. Each class includes teaching, guided meditation, and Q&A. In partnership with the Boston Center for Contemplative Practice Five Sundays, August 2020 August 2: 3:30-5pm August 9: 3:30-5pm August 16: 3:30-5pm August 23: 3:30-5pm August 30: 1-5pm* * Mini retreat, with screen breaks Times are given in Eastern Daylight Time (U.S.). Use Time Zone Converter to determine your local time. $175, $200, $225 sliding scale (you choose) Registration opening soon. To receive notification... Also check out Mindful Morning Sangha and Mindfulness Mentoring.
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The Four Foundations of Mindfulness for Yoga TeachersThis systematic introduction to the Buddhist underpinnings of mindfulness is for yoga asana teachers who would like to bring mindfulness into their teaching appropriately, with confidence, and with understanding of its original lineage. (This workshop will also benefit any dedicated yoga asana practitioner.) In addition to didactic teaching, guided meditation, and Q&A, each class will include a yoga/mindfulness practice to demonstrate techniques for layering body-based and mindfulness methods. The first session will include an overview of the intersections of yoga and Buddhism.
In partnership with the Boston Center for Contemplative Practice Four Sundays, October 2020 October 4: 3-5pm October 11: 10am-Noon & 1-3pm October 18: 3-5pm October 25: 1-5pm* * Mini retreat, with screen breaks Participants are invited and encouraged to also attend Sarah Jane's Thursday evening 6-7pm yin yoga/mindfulness meditation class for the month. Times are given in Eastern Daylight Time (U.S.). Use Time Zone Converter to determine your local time. $175, $200, $225 sliding scale (you choose) Yoga Alliance CEUs: 12 non-contact hours (1:1 make-up sessions available) Registration opening soon. To receive notification... |
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