Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction class begins Jan. 16 at Osher Center

A weekly mindfulness-based stress reduction class begins Jan. 16 at Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at Vanderbilt, and runs through March 12. Time for the class are 5:30 - 8p.m. 

Cost: $375

Mindfulness is a way of learning to relate directly to whatever is happening in your life, a way of taking charge of your life, a way of doing something for yourself that no one else can do for you — consciously and systematically working with your own stress, illness, and the challenges and demands of everyday life. The MBSR course schedule consists of one orientation class, eight weekly classes and one day-long retreat on a Saturday. This highly participatory, practical course includes: Guided instruction in mindfulness meditation practices, gentle stretching and mindful yoga, group dialogue and discussions aimed at enhancing awareness in everyday life and daily home assignments. Students will also be given a home practice manual and sent occasional recordings. 

Attendance for the orientation is mandatory and foundational for participation in the MBSR course. Deadline to register for the eight-week program is the evening of the Tuesday following orientation.

For more information, go to https://www.vanderbilthealth.com/osher/.