Mindfulness-Based Stressed Reduction
Eight Week Intensive

January 22 - March 12 (free introductory lecture on January 15)
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $440 for the full eight weeks, due by the start of class

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a stress reduction technique that uses the mind’s ability to be aware. It is beneficial for anyone who wants to cope with stress in a healthy manner.

This technique is used at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center’s Center for Mindfulness. Over ten years of medical research is proving that this format of regular meditation practice is a powerful form of complimentary medicine. In addition to helping average people cope with daily stress, this stress reduction training is also helping medical patients cope with the stress that comes from physical symptoms and illnesses.

Can't Make it to the Stress Reduction Workshops?

Read Gena Bean's Stress Reduction Tips for ideas on how to relax at the office.During class, there will be lecture, discussion and meditation instruction. Some classes will include very gentle stretching exercises (yoga). There will be the option to do every class in a chair, or even lying down for those who have flexibility or illness issues. You will recieve audio CDs and a workbook to bring home.

This program is designed to be accessible to all people. No prior experience is necessary. All levels of flexibilty are welcome to participate. You will need to make a commitment to your own well-being. There are no other pre-requisites. Your commitment will be to participate in class for eight weeks, plus there is one hour of "homework" every day during those eight weeks.

To register for this class (or to simply ask questions) call Gena Bean at 617.388.2036 or send email to yoga@genabean.com. Learn more at www.genabean.com/stress.html.

Gena Bean is a meditation instructor and certified yoga teacher. Her instruction style is very clear and accessible to beginners. She completed the practicum in MBSR at the Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in 2007.