Part 3 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 well‐being. In this class students will learn about the teaching of Loving Kindness and participate in guided meditations that help open the heart. This practice encourages us to be kind towards everyone, beginning with ourselves. Loving Kindness meditation helps to release negative emotions, such as shame, guilt, anger, fear and anxiety. If practiced regularly, this meditation leads to an increased sense of peace and happiness within oneself. A private and quiet space is recommended for participation in this class as well as a blanket or yoga mat, chair and loose‐fitting clothes.

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 4 ‐ 6 | Zoom Sessions
The fourth through sixth presentations listed below will focus on specific
mindfulness techniques and topics.

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 Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at 7am

***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.

Zoom User Guide