Mindfulness In Nature is a “Down to Earth” approach to Mindfulness Meditation. We use nature as part of the mindfulness experiences. One can practice mindfulness with a leaf, a branch, a tree, a stone, a flying bird, a fire, the landscape, clouds and more. Gently, we increase our connection to self and nature.
Mindfulness is paying attention to one’s Breath, Emotions, Thoughts, Senses and Surroundings (BETSS) with less Judgment. Mindfulness is used for many reasons, including stress reduction, better physical health, better mental health, plus improved relationships with oneself and others.
Our meetings will include discussions and short mindfulness exercises/practices. We will explore sitting, standing, and moving mindfulness exercises.
Everyone is welcome from beginners to the experienced. No judgments.
Instructor bio
“Mindfulness In Nature” is a perfect combining of Roger’s experience, passions and creativity. In 2023, Roger became a certified Natural Mindfulness Guide. He has been practicing Mindfulness for 10 years. Living with PTSD, depression and anxiety, Roger credits mindfulness as the foundation of his mental health healing. In nature, hiking, kayaking, camping, gardening, foraging, outdoor skills, birding, ecology, local food and fire are subjects Roger continues to enjoy and explore.
Date: Saturday, May 11, 2024
(Other Date Options: February 24 and August 10)
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Ages: 12+
Location: Thoreau College Campus, 224 WI-56, Viroqua, WI 54665
Instructions: Please bring a folding chair if you have one. We also recommend bringing water, and dressing for being outside with low activity.
Sliding Scale Course Fee Guidelines:
Supporter Level Ticket: $65
Sustainer Level Ticket: $50
Supported Level Ticket: $35
Instructor Bio - Roger Reynolds
Roger enjoys hiking, kayaking, camping, gardening, foraging, outdoor skills, birding, ecology, local food and fire to name a few. He creates Mindfulness practices that pull from all of his nature-based passions. Roger has been practicing Mindfulness for 10 years. Living with Civilian PTSD, depression and anxiety, Roger credits mindfulness as the foundation of his mental health healing. “Mindfulness In Nature” is a perfect combining of Roger’s experience, passions and creativity. In 2023, Roger became a certified Natural Mindfulness Guide. When leading mindfulness, the focus will be on general mindfulness, knowing everyone can benefit from increased awareness. Roger’s mental health mindfulness foundation comes through in his leading, yet is not the primary focus.
