Meditation: Mindfulness, Zen and Yoga Nidra (Minneapolis, Minnesota)

A woman calmly brings her hands to heart center. Modern research shows wide-ranging benefits to a consistent practice of meditation, including but not limited to a reduction of blood pressure, calming anxiety and easing pain. Meditation comes in many forms. In this three-part series of classes, experience an introduction to three methods: Zen, Mindfulness and Yoga Nidra.

Zazen, the Zen form of meditation, helps us cultivate present moment awareness and an open heart. In this class we will present an overview of the four foundations of mindfulness which make up the basis of zazen practice. We will also practice kinhin or walking meditation.
When: Monday, March 8, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Rebecca Pavlenko

Mindfulness is simply the inherent ability to be present. While it is natural, it is also elusive, especially in the busy and stressful world in which we live. In this class we will explore simple ways to cultivate greater awareness and presence, both in meditation and in everyday life.
When: Monday, March 15, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Scott Cruse, LICSW

Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation practice used to discover and embody qualities of equanimity and well-being. This class will include a brief period of gentle yogic movement and breath practice followed by a 30 to 40 minute guided meditation in each class. The whole practice can be done seated in a chair, seated on the floor or lying down.
When: Monday, March 22, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Megan Hatch, CYT

The cost for all three sessions is $60.

Date and time

03/08/2010

07:00 PM

Location

Abbott Northwestern Hospital's Penny George Institute for Health and Healing
Outpatient Clinic
2833 Chicago Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55407

Contact information

Penny George Institute for Health and Healing
2833 Chicago Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Phone: 612-863-3333
Fax: 612-863-9019