There is now a significant body of scientific evidence, and substantial local experience, that mindfulness practice decreases stress, anxiety & depression, increases attention, improves interpersonal relationships, strengthens compassion, and offers a host of other benefits. Mindfulness training is simple-to-learn, low-cost, long-term, durable, portable and can be applied to every aspect of one's life. 

This retreat, for education professionals, offers you an opportunity to start, or re-start, your own mindfulness practice as the school year begins. No prior mindfulness experience is required. You’ll connect with friends and colleagues from a wide array of schools, districts, and communities around our region in support of a healthier, more resilient and thriving you! Over the course of the day, you’ll participate in a lively variety of skillfully guided, fun and meaningful practices. While you’ll hear a little about the latest science regarding mindfulness & learn some engaging practices for the classroom, this retreat is for you – to help you remember what it is like to be fully alive, in the present moment, and share that vitality in your professional and personal life.

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BCS Mindfulness Retreat for Education Professionals Draft Agenda

Sat. Sept 7, 2019 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

(Retreat Agenda is subject to change!)

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Time                        Activity

9:00 AM                   Welcome & Introductions 

9:30 AM                   Importance of Transitions in Building Habits 

10:00 AM                 Mindful (Gentle) Yoga 

10:30 AM                 One Step at a Time ~ Mindful Walking

11:00 AM                 Healing Power of Paying Attention 

11:30 AM                 Stress Reduction & Resilience Practice

12:00 PM                 Lunch, Connection & Rest!

1:00 PM                   The Work of the Heart ~ Self-Compassion & Thriving

1:30 PM                   Small Group Discussion & Retreat Wrap-Up

2:00 PM                   Closing Practice & Retreat Ends                  

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