Mindfulness Peace Hour introduction

Mindfulness, roughly stated, refers to a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. The many positive correlations of mindfulness practices for mental health and emotional wellbeing have been thoroughly documented by researchers over the past half century.  Some of the well-known benefits of mindfulness practice include:

Ø A greater sense of balance in one’s life.
Ø The ability to be more present in the moment.
Ø A reduction in stress and anxiety levels because of finding greater balance and being present.
Ø More frequent experiences of inner peace.
Ø Increased attention spans
Ø Improved productivity at work owing to higher levels of focus and self-discipline.
Come take an hour out of your life to invest in YOU and experience the peace that naturally resides when we are able to just sit still in the present moment.
Together, we will explore the many facets of mindfulness meditation practice including: deep breathing excercises, mantra and positive affirmation, visualization, loving kindness and even chanting!

About The Facilitator:

Forrest is a certified mindfulness teacher, workshop facilitator, and published self-help author from Franklin, NC. With over 10 years of experience leading mindfulness and meditation classes and seminars, he has shared this transformative practice with high schools, colleges, and rehabilitation centers.
Forrest's journey into mindfulness began during his recovery from a difficult period of alcohol abuse. He soon discovered the profound potential of meditation in calming the mind and opening the heart. He has been featured on over 75 podcasts and radio shows and his latest book, 'Humanity's Spiritual Rebirth: Lessons Lived and Learned from a Pandemic,' will be published in October.
An avid hiker, Forrest enjoys exploring the trails with his beloved fur companion, Abbie. His classes are known for providing a positive and loving space for inner healing and exploration.

 
 

Location

Macon County Public Library

149 Siler Farm Rd.
Franklin NC
28734

Telephone: 828-524-3600
http://fontanalib.org/franklin