Upcoming Workshops

Introduction to Mindfulness Course

Cultivating Clarity, Kindness & Wellbeing

We all have the innate capacity to tap into our inner sanctuary of calm, to find ways to rest in the wake of uncertainty and practice a presence that reminds us how good it is to be alive.
In our modern world of fast-paced movement and emotional overwhelm, navigating uncertain times and honing our tools for stress-resilience is a power we can access in this moment. It just takes practice and awareness.

You Will Learn

  • Foundations of establishing a sustainable meditation practice

  • Practices of everyday mindfulness to stay engaged and present

  • Tools to consciously reduce stress in body, mind, and heart

  • Techniques to work skillfully with challenging emotions

  • Ways to befriend your mind and transform negative thought patterns

  • Practices of self-compassion and loving-kindness

  • Strategies to nurture and sustain a daily meditation ritual

Course Curriculum

Week 1: Introduction to Mindfulness

Begin your journey with an overview of mindfulness, its history and context. Learn proper posture and practice your first sitting meditation with mindfulness of breath. Explore how to integrate meditation into daily life from the very beginning.

Week 2: Mindfulness of Body

Deepen your practice with mindfulness of breath and body. Experience body scan meditation and mindful walking. Discover the power of bringing awareness to simple activities like eating, transforming the ordinary into opportunities for presence.

Week 3: Working with Pleasure, Pain & Challenges

Learn to work skillfully with physical sensations, both pleasant and unpleasant. Explore meditation with sounds and address common challenges that arise in practice. Engage in mindful dialogue with fellow practitioners to share experiences and insights.

Week 4: Mindfulness of Emotion

Develop a compassionate relationship with your emotions through the R.A.I.N. practice (Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture). Learn to meet difficult emotions with understanding and care, transforming your relationship with emotional experience.

Week 5: Mindfulness of Thought & Mental Processes

Befriend your mind by learning to observe thoughts without getting swept away. Explore negative thought patterns including self-judgment, negativity bias, and limiting views. Discover freedom in recognizing thoughts as mental events rather than absolute truths.

Week 6: Cultivating Kindness & Taking Practice Home

Review all instructions and experience choiceless awareness meditation. Cultivate loving-kindness for yourself and others. Create personalized rituals and strategies for sustaining your practice beyond the course, integrating mindfulness into the fabric of your daily life.

Who This Course Is For

This course is perfect for anyone seeking to establish or deepen their meditation practice. Whether you're completely new to mindfulness or have some experience and want more structure and guidance, you'll find a supportive environment to explore these transformative practices.

No prior experience is necessary—just an open mind and a willingness to explore your inner landscape with curiosity and kindness.

Course Details

Duration: 6 Weeks

Session Length: 2 Hours Weekly

Format: Guided meditations, teachings, group discussions, and mindful listening exercises

Home Practice: Daily meditation practice with guidance and support

Practices Include: Sitting meditation, body scan, mindful walking, eating meditation, loving-kindness, and more

Course dates: Thursdays 6-8pm April 2nd through May 7th

Location: The Shakti Center, 30 Avenue Portola, El Granada.

Ready to begin your mindfulness journey?

To sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982919970009?aff=oddtdtcreator

Contact Jason for more information: 415-237-3497. JasonMSRD@gmail.com