The course in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is a great way to cultivate a sense of spaciousness and ease in everyday life. Classes are approximately 2-1/2 hours long and are held in the evening once a week. Each class consists of guided meditations, gentle movement exercises, lecture, and group discussion. The course includes an all-day session on a Saturday. Between classes, students will enhance their participation through working with meditation CDs, and homework assignments. A free intr …

Be calmer and more awake for your life! This group is for people who want to practice mindfulness and become happier, calmer and more aware human beings.

… Part hike, part mindful meditation, part performance art project, it is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

Zen Hoops is an experiment. The question being, "What happens when mix hooping with mindful meditation techniques?" Could the answer be a mind that increases resiliency to mental chatter and a better body? Perhaps. And then again, perhaps not. Also, this group can meet in SF, Berkeley or Oakland too. So don't let location discourage you from joining!

Wisdom 2.0 Bay Area is a community of attendees of the Wisdom 2.0 conference and anyone interested in inquiry and discussion around the mindful use of technology. We will cover topics such as: mindfulness in the modern world, transforming work, consciously harnessing technology and learning from each other's best practices. We hold monthly events which include meditation, discussion and a variety of activities from tea to hiking.

This gathering is an opportunity to be in mindful community with others and connect more deeply with the Great Spirit uniting us all, through the practices of drumming, dance, and silent meditation. The first hour is spent as a drum circle... drumming, dancing, and/or just sitting and listening for those that prefer. After that, we will let the energy settle as we take a steady and comfortable seated position, connect with our breath, and move deeply into the stillness of our Being. We will sit …

The purpose of this group is to connect to and use the deeply calming, healing and centering inner resources we all possess. The Mind-Body (including Spirit) realm will be explored and Mind-Body Skills will be taught in a fun and experiential way for immediate benefit. Most of these skills are scientifically proven to provide health and well-being, and to increase a sense of meaning and joy with life. I am a Mind-Body Practitioner certified in Hypnotherapy, EFT, Focusing, Energy Healing and Life …

Hello Welcome to the San Francisco Meetup Group on “Buddhist Study & Meditation Discovering the Mind's Potential”. We are a group of friendly, sincere, warm-hearted Buddhist practitioners studying Mahayana & Vajrayana Buddhism, who are dedicated to providing both newcomers to Buddhism as well as established practitioners an opportunity to study, learn, & practice the Buddhist teachings. Buddhism is an insightful and inspiring journey to discover the true nature of ourselves and the nature of …

… This is not religion, mysticism, psychology or exercises in concentration Participants will learn tranquil insight meditation, which is what the Buddha taught, and the essence in Patanjali's Yoga Sutras. It is easy to learn and is immediately effective. It is harmonious with human nature and therefore enjoyable to do. Beginners quickly develop proficiency with minimum guidance. It effectively balances qualities of awareness, contentment, and serenity resulting in deep relief from mental and e …

… Seeks to provide teaching, retreat, and meditation, study, and workshop and yoga programs for those who are from all different background to learn, contemplate and practice Buddhism.

This Mindfulness Based Weight Loss Group is being formed to avail resources to it's members interested in learning about how to effectively implement change for their health and well-being. Members will be offered Free Seminars in health and wellness topics related to healthy lifestyle change, mindfulness, and weight loss. In addition, members will have access to joining the Body Intuition group hosted at Avra Organic Spa in San Francisco and/or working one-on-one with Carley for support of th …

Red Hot means that our minds are heated with excitement and commitment to ourselves and others on this path to knowing the present and understanding what a gift it is to be here. The "Mindfulness' is about being present to "what is", instead of "what is not"...accepting and not judging. I have studied and led groups in somatic and mindfulness for over 15 years in the Bay Area and would love to reconnect with others on this journey. Looking for red hot minds....please email me.. Alison Leigh, MFT …

About Mindfulness Exercises: The practice of self regulation, of the autonomic nervous system We teach integrated mind-body mental exercises to trigger a natural parasympathetic response in the autonomic nervous system. This response releases powerful neurochemicals (biochemicals) that regulate the immune system. Regulation of the immune system transforms the human body at the cellular level. This natural transformation affects our view, how we feel, and ultimately our perception of reali …

… Developed through decades of dance, yoga, meditation, holistic living, and academic study, Karen and Rebecca are thrilled to offer their expertise in building a playful, energetic, peaceful community in which you can unwind!    

… Check out our Sunday meditation and celebration services and special events. In support of our mission as a center for spiritual growth our Education Ministry offers Classes forwarding the use of spiritual principles to enhance your life. Learn more about Religious Science, What We Believe, and the Global Heart Vision. Our Ministry of Prayer and Licensed Religious Science Practitioners offer prayer assistance and spiritual coaching, workshops and other services to assist you on your spiritual …

Meditation and Mindfulness classes in the SF Bay Area. Focused on the Gay and Lesbian community, these Meditation and Mindfulness classes are intended for people who are living and working in today’s active and chaotic world. They're for people who seek to find more peace within themselves and integrate that peace into their everyday lives. Practitioners that attend range from absolute beginners to those who have been incorporating a meditative spiritual practice into their daily lives for years …