Taming the Monkey Mind: Real-Life Mindfulness Skills
Monday, July 22, 2024 (1:00 PM - 2:15 PM) (EDT)
Description
Switches aimlessly from thought to thought. Overthinks and procrastinates. Easily distracted. Seeks short-term gratification. Speaks in self-defeating language. Compares self to others. Complains and criticizes.
Do any of these behaviors sound relatable to you? When left untamed, your thoughts can get out of control – running all over the place like monkeys gone wild – causing unhealthy reactions and responses. Taming the monkey mind takes skill, practice, and patience to shift from mind full to mindful.Like any skill, mindfulness can be learned, and the results positively impact all aspects of your life. Studies show that mindfulness is linked to better mental health, heightened self-awareness, less stress, improved relationships, greater work-life balance, and more.
This interactive workshop will blend guided exercises, group discussions, and gentle movement to equip you with practical tools to cultivate mindfulness in your everyday life—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.Learning Objectives:
- Examine the definitions of mindfulness and meditation.
- Practice breathing techniques to strengthen mind-body connections.
- Experiment with various types of meditation.
- Increase awareness of present-moment experiences.
About the presenter:
Angie Chaplin is an internationally respected speaker, consultant, and educator with 30 years of expertise in leadership and organizational development. Her mastery of personal empowerment has earned esteemed recognition, most recently as a nominee for an Iowa Character Award. With an entrepreneurial spirit and heart for the social good, Angie is owner of Mindful Leadership LLC and co-founder of Brave Leadership, an emerging nonprofit strengthening leadership capacity within health and human services. Speaking openly about her personal mental health and sobriety journeys, Angie is also a credentialed mindfulness teacher and trained peer recovery coach. Her courageous journey epitomizes her values of integrity, curiosity, clarity, connection, and love, and she serves as a beacon of authenticity for many – emphasizing the alignment of professed values and practiced behaviors. Academically grounded in research-based programs, Angie's educational foundation is rooted in a master's degree from Seton Hall University and a bachelor's degree from Buena Vista University.
Offered by our partner, Iowa Nonprofit Alliance
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