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Intro to Mindfulness Meditation

Michael Shiffman, Ph.D.

April 10, 2010
9:00 AM - Noon

This workshop will introduce students to the first step in the practice of what is often called insight, mindfulness or Vipassana meditation.

We will focus on the often-neglected nuts-and-bolts of what to do and how to train our minds. We alternate short periods of silent meditation with an exploration of what actually happened while we were meditating.

We will cover the practical aspects of posture, how to cultivate your attention, work with your thoughts, and develop an attitude that fosters our openness to experience.

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Michael Shiffman, Ph.D., founded LA Dharma in 1999 and co-founded the Insight Center in 2006. He studied with numerous Western teachers and currently studies with Rev. Hye Wol Sunim. Michael works with anxiety, panic, traumatic stress, substance abuse and relapse prevention, and body-oriented therapeutic practices. He teaches and has a mindfulness-based counseling practice at the Insight Center.
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Workshop
When April 10, 2010,  9:00 AM - Noon
General Info Silent sitting offers us opportunities within which to train the mind.

This workshop focuses on cultivating attention and examining the habit patterns of our minds. We use the breath, sensations of the body and thoughts in the mind to develop awareness and insight.

The workshop is open to all. Continuing Education credit is available for the licensed health care professionals listed below. No meditation experience is necessary.
For further information email Michael@InsightCenter.org or leave a message at 310-479-7996.

Registration Please use the online registration process for this class.

If you have any difficulties or concerns contact Michael at 310-479-7996.

Half-day workshops are limited to 12 people to assure personal contact.

Cost The cost is $60 for the workshop. Payment may be made by credit card on the Insight Center website or by arrangement with the teacher. Half-day workshops are limited to 12 people to assure personal contact.
Donations / Dana Dana is the Pali word for generosity. In the Buddhist tradition, teachers do not receive a fee for their instructions because the teachings are considered priceless and are thus given freely. Instead, they rely on the appreciation, kindness, and generosity of their students. For this workshop, the teachers are compensated from the course fee. Additional contributions to the center are fully tax deductible. Checks should be made payable to the "Insight Center."
At the Event This course begins promptly at 9:00 AM and ends at Noon.
Doors open at 8:30 AM and students are encourage to arrive by 8:45 to check-in, fix a cup of tea, and transition from their drive.
What to Bring Chairs, cushions and benches are available. Some participants like to wear a shawl or light blanket while meditating. We suggest wearing modest, comfortable clothing and socks if your feet tend to get cold. Please do not wear any scented perfumes and turn-off pagers, cell phones and digital watch alarms during the class.

Tea and water will be provided.

Continuing Education Continuing Education Units are available for this course.

Psychologists:The Insight Center is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Insight Center maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This course provides 3 CE units.

MFTs / LCSWs: The Insight Center, Provider Number 3830, is an approved provider with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. This course provides 3 CE units.

Nurses: The Insight Center, Provider Number 14914, is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing. This course provides 3 CE units.

CAADAC: The Insight Center, Provider Number 2n-06-140-0910, is an approved provider with the California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors. This course provides 3 CE units.

Directions Location:
This event will be located at The Insight Center in West Los Angeles, near Sepulveda and Santa Monica Blvds.
For exact location and directions go to: http://insightcenter.org/directions