Mindful Mondays throughout November - Register Today!
October 15, 2025
The Mindful Mondays program offered by Human Resources is designed to attract participants who are interested in developing a regular practice, grounded in mindfulness, that supports wellness and resilience. The program will also be helpful to participants who are interested in specific topics and wish to attend select sessions rather than the entire series. Everyone is welcome. Please register by Thursday, October 30.
Session Structure:
Each session occurs from noon to 1 p.m. and will consist of the following structure:
- Opening with a settling practice
- Followed by approximately 10 minutes of introduction to the session theme
- The Primary Practice for about 15 minutes
- Reflection about the practice experience
- Remaining time for open group discussion
- Closure with a brief practice
Session 1: Mindfulness of the Body on November 3, 2025
Mindfulness of the Body involves learning to focus in on physical sensations to anchor yourself in the present moment while cultivating a mindset of curiosity and kindness.
Register using the Mindfulness of the Body: November 3 web form.
Session 2: Working with the Breath on November 10, 2025
Mindfulness of the Breath is a way of training your attention on the natural rhythm and sensations of your breath that helps anchor yourself in the present moment.
Register using the Working with the Breath: November 10 web form.
Session 3: Mindfulness of Thoughts on November 17, 2025
Mindfulness of thought is a practice of observing thoughts without judgement, similar to watching clouds drifting by. The goal is not to stop thinking but to recognize thoughts as passing mental events.
Register using the Mindfulness of Thoughts: November 17 web form.
Session 4: Working with Difficult Emotions – November 24, 2025
Mindfulness of difficult emotions involves approaching them with acceptance, curiosity and non-judgment rather than trying to suppress or avoid them.
Register using the Working with Difficult Emotions: November 24 web form.
Contact information:
Elise.Arbic@ontariotechu.ca
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