Part 1 of the Mindfulness series Mindfulness is the practice of being present to one’s experience with loving attention, which studies have shown helps reduce stress and promotes wellbeing. Participants will be introduced to a variety of Mindfulness teachings. Students of Mindfulness report greater levels of calm, peace and contentment as they engage with these practices. Each class includes a talk, guided meditations and an invitation to reflect on one’s experience. Special Guest Presenter: Bettina Heitmann, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Bettina Heitmann is a graduate of the 2‐year Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program, sponsored by the University of California Berkeley Greater Good Science Center. She has practiced meditation and yoga for 20 years and finds these practices to be hugely beneficial for people living in this fast paced and high stress society. Bettna was a social worker with Child Welfare Services, including the bilingual Adoptions Unit, and non‐profit social service agencies for 13 years. She has a particular interest in bringing mindfulness teachings to benefit Resource parents and children. Presentations 2 ‐ 6 | Zoom Sessions Part 2 Mindfulness of Breathing: Calming The Body and Mind Friday, July 28, 2023 | 6pm‐8pm | Zoom Part 3 Loving Kindness: Opening the Heart and Releasing Negative Emotions Tuesday, August 01, 2023 | 6pm‐8pm | Zoom Part 4 Mindfulness of Emotions: Attending with Kindness to our Emotional World Tuesday, August 15, 2023 | 6pm‐8pm | Zoom Part 5 Self Compassion: Letting Go of the Harsh Inner Critic Wednesday, August 30, 2023 | 6pm‐8pm | Zoom Part 6 Mindfulness of Thoughts: Taming the Monkey Mind and Creating Peace of Mind Wednesday, September 06, 2023 | 6pm‐8pm | Zoom Registration will close on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at 12pm ***Please Note: This class will be facilitated on the online platform called Zoom. Internet access and access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone is required to attend. The link to attend this class will be provided at registration. Please follow the link below for a brief tutorial on how to sign up for a free Zoom account. Bookings are closed for this event.
Online | Mindfulness For Deep Relaxation and Well‐Being
The second through sixth presentations listed below will focus on specific
mindfulness techniques and topics.Register Here
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community
College District
Foster, Adoptive and Kinship Care
Education Program
8800 Grossmont College Drive
El Cajon, California 92020
A Program of the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office
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Governing Board Members: Elena Adams, Linda Cartwright, Debbie Justeson, Brad Monroe, Julie Schorr
Student Members: Sasha Reva, Courtney Etnyre
Chancellor: Lynn Ceresino Neault, Ed.D.
Grossmont College President: Denise Whisenhunt, J.D.
Cuyamaca College Interim President: Dr. Jessica Robinson, MSW
The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, nationality, gender, age, or handicap in admission or access to treatment of or employment in its program and activities.
The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, nationality, gender, age, or handicap in admission or access to treatment of or employment in its program and activities.