🌱 Credibility Built on over 1000 Hours of MBSR and Mindfulness Teacher 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 of mindfulness exercises
• 20 hours of skills training
• 160 hours of required reading
• 120 hours of planning and teaching my own 8-week MBSR course
• 15 hours of conducting and documenting pre- and post-interviews
• 15 hours of creating MBSR course material (including audios and a handbook)
• 25 hours dedicated to my final thesis
• 5 hours of individual supervision sessions

In total, I’ve spent well over 1000 hours (25 workweeks) developing MBSR courses in two languages and much more to become not just an eligible teacher, but what I prefer to call, a guide in the field of mindfulness for you.

This journey didn’t start nor has it ended here. I’ve been practicing mindfulness already for more years, holding certifications as a Mindfulness practitioner and teacher (through NOCNA- Nordic Coach and NLP academy) and as a certified NLP practitioner. I’ve also practiced Qi-Gong og Tai Chi Chuan for several years, integrating these movements into my mindfulness practice and mindfulness practice into them. Along the way, I’ve attended several silent meditation retreats, lasting 7 to 10 days each.

What is MBSR and Why Does It Matter?

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, has been practiced and researched for over 45 years. It’s a secular approach to mindfulness, adapted from Buddhist teachings, particularly Zen and Theravada Buddhism, but stripped of religious concepts. Instead, it’s focused on reason, science, and understanding. The key to mindfulness is developing non-judgmental, non-reactive awareness—being fully present, and aware of all aspects of our inner and outer environments that are changing from moment to moment in our everyday lives. We learn to see them and accept them with compassion for what they are and to respond to everchanging happenings with wisdom instead of automatic and reactive mind and behavioral patterns.

Proven Benefits of MBSR and Mindfulness:

• Significant reduction in stress and anxiety
• Better emotional regulation and resilience
• Enhanced focus and cognitive function
• Improvements in physical health, including lowered blood pressure
• Effective support in pain management and recovery

Mindfulness is often seen as a bridge between Eastern and Western practices, but more than that, it’s a universal human skill. It connects us to our true nature, bringing awareness to our thoughts, emotions, and sensations in the present moment. This practice has given me an invaluable understanding of life’s wide perspectives, allowing me to embrace acceptance, resilience, and vitality.

The Lifelong Practice of Mindfulness

Mindfulness isn’t something you achieve and then set aside. It’s a skill, like any muscle, that requires ongoing training and refinement. What I’ve learned through this process is that perfection isn’t the goal—it’s about letting go, accepting, and embracing the present moment, regardless of the circumstances. Mindfulness offers a “return home” to ourselves, to our core humanity.

I continue to study and practice mindfulness in my everyday life. My journey now includes further exploration into the intersection of mindfulness with psychosomatic medicine, neuroscience, and Qi-Gong.

As I deepen my understanding, my purpose is to share this tool with others. I firmly believe that mindfulness offers the only realistic anchor in a world of constant change. It’s a gift that can benefit anyone, at any stage of life, regardless of beliefs or background.

Jon Kabat-Zinn‘s work with MBSR has shown that mindfulness, while ancient, is highly relevant today, and it is backed by scientific research. With psychosomatic medicine og neurobehavioral science advancing, we are beginning to realize that these ancient practices are incredibly aligned with modern findings.

Looking Ahead

My journey doesn’t stop here. I will continue to integrate mindfulness into my work, my teachings, and my life. I’m committed to staying grounded in these practices and expanding my understanding of how they connect with both ancient wisdom and modern science.

We live in an increasingly disconnected world—where attention is often outsourced to screens and distractions. Through mindfulness, we can reclaim our attention, reconnect with our bodies, and live more consciously.

I hope that the description of my path has been convincing enough about my credibility and my dedication to the practice and teaching of mindfulness. If you’d like more information, my certificates are available upon request.

Please don’t hesitate to sign up for my 8-week MBSR course, or any other mindfulness training, coaching, or webinars that I offer. I’m excited to guide you on your mindfulness journey and help you cultivate greater awareness, acceptance, and resilience in your life.