Meditation: the Art of Mindfulness and Relaxation

We have all been told to relax at some point our lives. But did anyone ever explain how to relax? We all seek to reduce stress in our lives, and we all need to take time and help the body, mind, and spirit.

Meditation is a practice that brings the mind into clearer focus. It can help us reduce stress, anxiety, and blood pressure, by gaining mental and emotional focus. Meditation often conjures up the image of some difficult-to-master technique, while sitting cross-legged. However it can be as simple as listening to your breathing, bringing your mind back into focus so you can face the rest of your day.

In this class, we will learn some basic principles of meditation. We will learn to listen to our breath, and use that as a “support” for our meditation. The Meditation class will explore:

• Seated Meditation: Using fundamentals of Zazen, a Japanese seated meditation, you will sit comfortably and learn the basics of mindful meditation.
• Standing Meditation: Using the basics of Tai Chi Chuan, a Chinese martial art, you will learn how to hold a proper standing posture and incorporate breathing in your meditation.
• Mind-Body Meditation: Using the principles of Qigong, a Chinese healing art, you will learn how to combine movement and breathing to center the mind and body.

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