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🌱 Credibility Built on over 1000 Hours of MBSR and Mindfulness Teacher Training 🌱

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🌱 Credibility Built on over 1000 Hours of MBSR and mindfulness Training 🌱 Through the 15 months of rigorous certification from the Institute of Mindfulness-Based Approaches in Berlin (the oldest institute for mindfulness on the European continent), I’ve completed 840 hours of teacher training, which includes in detail: 240 hours of class attendance 240 hours of self-practice […]

Resilient Mind: Lessons from a Time of Loss

Resilient Mind: Lessons from a Time of Loss   Foreword This text was written during the strict lockdowns of the pandemic in January 2021, shortly after I experienced the loss of my father, the end of a long-term relationship, and the shattering of many illusions about society, myself, my desires, and needs. This text reflects […]

Transforming Pain Through Mindfulness

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Transforming Pain Through Mindfulness Life inevitably presents us with challenges, many of which manifest as physical, mental, or emotional pain. Our instinctive response is often to avoid or suppress this discomfort. However, Jon Kabat-Zinn, the creator of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program, teaches us a different approach. He suggests that by turning towards our […]

Finding Peace in Silence: A Personal Meditation Retreat Experience

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I returned a few days ago from a 9-day Zen meditation retreat in silence. Silent meditation retreats have become an important part of my life, offering a true opportunity to step out of the life story and immerse myself in being with the breath at least once a year. After a couple of days, the […]

Discovering Mindfulness Through a Sunset: Embrace Change

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  Discovering Mindfulness Through a Sunset: Embrace Change This sunset experience was full of unique moments, views, forms, colors, energy, geometry, shapes, and beauty. These forms, perspectives, and different angles of view evoked in me the following thoughts I want to share. Have you ever realized that the way you see things around you is […]

Mindfulness Through Drying a Teacup: The Harmony of Awareness and Concentration

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Mindfulness Through Drying a Teacup: The Harmony of Awareness and Concentration   Mindfulness can be described as drying a teacup. The hand that holds the cup symbolizes awareness (we are aware of holding an object), and the hand drying symbolizes concentration (we focus on the process of drying, paying attention to details and small drops). […]

Mindfulness Misunderstood: Upholding the Integrity of Science-Based Practices

Mindfulness Misunderstood: Upholding the Integrity of Science-Based Practices     Introduction   In recent decades and years, mindfulness has transcended its traditional boundaries to become a mainstream element in medical interventions, psychotherapies, and everyday life practices. Originating from ancient meditative traditions, mindfulness has been meticulously adapted into scientifically validated programs such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction […]

Discover the Benefits and Broad Applications of MBSR: Comprehensive Evidence Unveiled

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Explore the transformative effects of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Discover how MBSR benefits mental and physical health, its applications across various settings, and the scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness. Learn about practical mindfulness techniques that can enhance well-being and reduce stress. Perfect for individuals looking to improve their quality of life through proven, accessible methods.

Neuroscientific Breakthrough: The Transformative Impact of 8-Week MBSR Courses on Brain Structure

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Neuroscientific Breakthrough: The Transformative Impact of 8-Week MBSR Courses on Brain Structure In their groundbreaking 2012 study, Richard J. Davidson and Bruce S. McEwen unveil a new frontier in neuroscience and mental health. They reveal how Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) not only transforms our emotional landscape but also physically reshapes the brain. This remarkable research […]