MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR) – 8-WEEK COURSE
What is MBSR?
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based programme that integrates mindfulness meditation and mindful movement to help individuals manage stress, anxiety, pain, and a wide range of health-related challenges.
Developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn in 1979 at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center, MBSR cultivates moment-to-moment awareness while fostering a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to one’s thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
Key Components
• Mindfulness Meditation
Practices such as breathing awareness, body scan meditation, and sitting meditation designed to develop clarity, presence, and emotional balance.
• Mindful Movement
Gentle, yoga-inspired movement that supports physical awareness, grounding, and the integration of mind–body connection.
• Group Sessions
Eight weekly sessions (2 hours each), plus a half-day retreat. Sessions include teaching, guided practice, experiential learning, and supportive group inquiry.
• Home Practice
Participants are invited to engage in approximately 30 minutes of daily mindfulness practice to reinforce learning and cultivate long-term benefits.
Benefits of MBSR
Research shows that participation in an MBSR programme can help to:
- Reduce stress, anxiety, and depression
- Improve emotional regulation and resilience
- Enhance focus, clarity, and overall mental well-being
- Support the management of chronic pain and health conditions
- Foster a deeper sense of calm, balance, and self-awareness
MBSR empowers individuals to take an active role in their well-being by developing sustainable mindfulness practices that support mental and physical health.
When & Where
📍 The Sanctuary of Healing
📅 Starts 25th February
⏰ 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Investment: £295.00
Your course investment includes a comprehensive support package:
- An 8-week guided workbook
- Weekly downloadable audio practices
- A 30-minute personalised 1:1 check-in during the programme
- A half-day silent retreat to deepen and integrate your practice
Please do not hesitate to get in touch with any further questions.
Lissa Pickles 