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Mindfulness Meditation Class
Tuesdays from 5-6:00PM
October - December, 2008

Open Group - Join this class at any time!

Mindfulness meditation is a practice of mental training that involves concentration (on a single object) and mindfulness (present moment accepting awareness). 

Fall Class Schedule:

September 30 - Introduction to Mindfulness - Breath Meditation
October 7 - Walking Meditation
October 14 - Body Scan Meditation
October 21 - Energy States Meditation
October 28 - Eating Meditation
November 4 - Emotional States Meditation
November 11 - Cause & Effect
November 18 - Poise
November 25 - No Class - Happy Thanksgiving!
December 2, 9 & 16 - Loving-kindness Meditation

Benefits of Meditation

Slowing of heart and respiratory rate
Decrease in blood pressure
More rational, less reactive decisions
Feeling calmer and happier in general
Better quality sleep;  feeling more rested

What Happens in a Class?
Each class includes an introductory talk, instructions on posture and technique, and a guided meditation.  The guided meditation includes periods of silence to practice on your own.  Participants are offered resources for further study and tips on how to continue practicing at home or during non-class times.

Who Should / Should Not Attend
Beginners and experienced individuals, adults and adolescents, with an open mind and interest in learning meditation are welcome.

Meditation is not recommended for individuals with untreated substance abuse. 

What to Wear / Bring
Students do not need any special equipment.  Warm, comfortable, non-restrictive clothing is encouraged.  The room is set up with chairs and tables.  If you prefer to sit on the floor, please bring your own pillow and mat.

Class Schedule
Dates & Times:  All Tuesdays from 5-6:00PM - October through December.
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Fees
Individual Class - $12/class
EAP Sessions * - 6 classes
* If you work for a company with an LMA EAP, you may use one EAP session which is for 6 classes.  Classes must be used before end of EAP contract.  No refunds for unused classes.

Registration Options - online registration form
Drop-ins accepted, but pre-registration is preferred
Email: hsocolow@lifemanagement.cc
Phone:  717-394-6688

Location / Directions
Life Management Associates
1848 Charter Lane, 2nd Floor
Greenfield Corporate Center
Lancaster, PA  17601

About the Presenter:
Holly Gardner Socolow is the Manager of Employee Assistance Services at LMA.  Holly was first introduced to meditation in 1982.  Since then, she has developed a regular meditation practice, and attended numerous meditation retreats and seminars, including the internationally recognized University of Massachusetts Stress Reduction Clinic on Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn.