Master Mindfulness: A Journey Beyond The Ordinary 🌿
Embark on an immersive exploration into the world of mindfulness, where ancient wisdom meets modern-day insights. This comprehensive course, meticulously crafted for both novices and adept practitioners, offers you the opportunity to delve deep into the foundations of mindfulness anchored in the revered teachings of Buddhist traditions, seamlessly woven with contemporary perspectives from modern psychology and neuroscience.
Why Mindfulness Matters:
Enhanced Well-being: Cultivate a sense of inner peace, reduce stress, and nurture a balanced emotional state.
Boosted Cognitive Abilities: Improve focus, clarity, and decision-making capabilities.
Emotional Resilience: Develop the ability to navigate life's challenges with grace, understanding, and compassion.
Improved Relationships: Foster deeper connections with others through increased empathy and understanding.
With Maria-Elena's expert guidance, this course transcends mere instruction, evolving into an enlightening experience. Through her, experience a blend of age-old wisdom and practical techniques, ensuring your journey into mindfulness is both profound and enduring.
📅 Every Sunday October 29 - November 19 2023, 8.30am - 10.30am
📍EJ Ward Community Centre, Paddington | 189 Underwood Street
💰$400 (incl. of GST)
In today's hectic world, there's a surge in people searching for tranquility, mental clarity, and ways to manage stress. Dive deep into the world of mindfulness and emerge transformed.
WEEK 1 | BODY AWARENESS: THE GATEWAY TO MINDFULNESS
Root yourself in the present by deeply connecting with your body – the most tangible foundation of mindfulness.
📅 Sunday, October 29, 8.30am - 10.30am
WEEK 2 | FEELINGS: NAVIGATE LIFE'S EMOTIONS WITH EASE
Go beyond the surface and delve into your feelings. Equip yourself with tools to manage emotions and gain profound insights.
📅 Sunday, November 5, 8.30am - 10.30am
WEEK 3 | MASTER YOUR MIND: RISE ABOVE THE CHATTER
Discover the power to observe thoughts without being ensnared. Unlock the secret to peaceful thinking and mental liberation.
📅 Sunday, November 12, 8.30am - 10.30am
WEEK 4 | DHAMMA: THE COMPASS TO ENLIGHTENMENT
Illuminate your path with the teachings of dhamma. Immerse in the Four Noble Truths and awaken your spirit with the time-tested wisdom of Buddhism.
📅 Sunday, November 19, 8.30am - 10.30am
The Course Advantage:
Four Pillars of Mindfulness: Dive into the essential foundations that guide the mindfulness journey.
Science Behind Serenity: Delve into the 'how' and the compelling 'why' behind meditation's transformative impact on emotional resilience and holistic well-being.
Interactive Learning: Engage in spirited discussions, hands-on activities, and pragmatic exercises designed to integrate mindfulness seamlessly into your daily routine.
The Teacher vs. App Debate
While apps offer convenience, there's incomparable value in learning under the guidance of a seasoned teacher like Maria-Elena. With her:
Personalized Approach: Receive feedback, tailored insights, and guidance adjusted to your individual progress.
Deeper Understanding: Navigate complex concepts, questions, or challenges with the support of an expert.
Engaging Community: Connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and foster a sense of belonging.
Your Guiding Light: Join esteemed clinical psychologist and renowned meditation teacher, Dr. Maria-Elena Lukeides, in this transformative journey. With a blend of rich theory and tailored practices, this course is your cornerstone for a life enriched by meditation and mindfulness.
Join us on this transformative journey and shape a mindfulness practice that resonates with your soul.
Not to toot our own horn… But here are some reviews from past particpants:
"Will definitely recommend that some of my team do the course too to learn some different coping mechanisms"
" I would highly recommend to anyone looking to improve their overall health and well being"
"Could not have been better. - so smart and approachable and generous all at the same time!"
"Absolutely frigging amazing. Such passion and so knowledgeable and able to distill her knowledge down to be able to be understood by all"
"Very relatable. very knowledgeable on the subject matter"
" Generous and insightful"
"Maria is very natural and personable. Knew her subject well and enjoys sharing her knowledge openly and clearly."
"Fabulous - authentic, relatable, interesting, positive, knowledgeable, and easy to follow."
About Dr Maria-Elena
Maria-Elena is a clinical psychologist and meditation teacher. She has over 20 years' training in several meditation and mindfulness traditions as well as being involved in leading research and scientific understanding of the benefits of meditation and mindfulness practice.
Maria-Elena is a warm and engaging presenter who has learned to make mindfulness accessible and applicable in modern life.
Maria-Elena has been using mindfulness skills with her patients for more than 15 years. She hosts mindfulness retreats, provides mindfulness based training for psychologists and other health professionals locally and internationally and is a sought after corporate and keynote speaker on modern mindful living.