"Mindfulness Intensive, In-Me" Paula Pinto 2024-10-02

AIMS Bring Mindfulness into our daily life and increase awareness of the present moment. Cope efficiently with life challenges and promote a growth Mindset to enhance health, happiness and success. TOPICS Introduction to the concept of Mindfulness and scientific evidence of mindfulness effects. Foundational attitudes of Mindfulness. Introduction of formal and non-formal practices into our daily life. Dealing with stress and anxiety. The autonomic nervous system - balancing sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. Mind deconditioning - flipping limiting thoughts into empowering ways of thinking. Functioning modes of the brain and emotional regulation. Neurologic levels. Personal mission statement. All the topics are introduced with individual and group dynamics, followed by mindfulness practices: Diaphragmatic breathing, body scan, Yoga, body relaxing, sitting meditation, walking meditation, and guided meditations.