What is Mindfulness?

A mindful revolution is growing... View this email in your browser Register Now Mindful at Work Begins May 1 This week, our blog post What is Mindfulness? by Mindful at Work lead faculty Susan Skjei, explains the origins of "mindfulness" practices from East to West and how they are proven to be effective in leadership and work today. Jon Kabot-Zinn found that by giving his patients simple methods of focusing and being present, they were better able to shift their minds from obsessive thinking and worrying to relaxed appreciation of their present moment experience.  This resulted in less perceived pain and stress.  He defines mindfulness as "paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally"...Read More Learn more about the course here. Discounts are available for Group Registration. So bring your entire team and sign up today! Susan Skjei, PhD has more than 25 years experience drawing on neuroscience, Buddhism, complexity science, organizational learning and leadership to work with thousands of leaders across the globe. She has helped participants cultivate mindfulness and authenticity, strengthen relational skills, and effectively lead the changes they want to see in their organizations and in the world. A former vice president and chief learning officer in a fortune 1000 company, Susan is an Acharya (senior teacher) in the Shambhala Buddhist tradition.   View Course Outline Copyright © 2017 Naropa University - Institute, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you've attended a Naropa University event in the past or visited eNaropa.org Our mailing address is: Naropa University - Institute 2130 Arapahoe Ave Boulder, Co 80302 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list