Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also called tapping, is a method that involves tapping on specific points on your body while focusing on an emotional issue.

EFT is thought to help with emotional distress and physical pain by restoring balance in the body's energy system. Research is still ongoing on its effectiveness - however, findings are showing this modality is helpful for managing anxiety, stress, and other emotions.

Mindful Art is a blend of mindfulness and artistic expression. This practice is a way to relax, de-stress, and tap into your creativity while being fully present in the moment

Activity Highlights:

• Present Moment Focus: We guide you to pay close attention to your sensations, thoughts, and emotions as you create art.
• Non-judgmental Exploration: You're encouraged to experiment and play with materials without worrying about making mistakes or achieving a specific outcome. Participants have the choice to use our guided art ideas or engage in free-form art.
• Breathwork & Mindful Sounds: To help calm the nervous system, we guide you through evidence-based breathing techniques and blend in mindful sounds during the practice.

These sessions are for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy or a substitute for professional mental health care. While these mindful art exercises can be therapeutic and helpful, they are not a replacement for seeking professional help from a licensed therapist.

Mindful Bracelet Making is an activity that combines the practice of mindfulness with creating a piece of jewelry. It emphasizes focusing on the present moment and the act of creation itself, rather than just the finished product. This relaxing and meditative experience fosters creativity, self-awareness, and a sense of accomplishment when you finish your bracelet.

Activity Highlights:

• Focus on the Present Moment: We pay close attention to our senses as we select beads, feel the textures, and concentrate on the repetitive motions of knotting or stringing.
• Mindful Breathing: We teach you how to incorporate mindful breathing exercises into the process, taking a deep breath with each bead you choose or knot you tie.
• Intention Setting: You can have a mindful intention while curating your bracelet, like peace, focus, or gratitude.
• Non-judgmental Acceptance: Let go of striving for perfection and embrace the imperfections that may arise during the process.

Did you know?: Eating too quickly can make it difficult for our body to digest food properly, which can lead to poor digestion. When we eat quickly, we might take larger bites and chew less, which means food enters our stomach in larger chunks. This can strain our digestive system and make it harder for our body to break down food into smaller particles.

Mindful Eating is the practice bringing focus to our food/snack and our body's signals while we eat. It's about slowing down instead of eating on autopilot, which leads to overall healthier eating habits.

Activity Highlights:

• Guided Mediation: Focusing on the present moment, we bring attention to the sights, smells, tastes, and textures of our food/snack.
• Gratitude: We shine light on fostering a more mindful and appreciative connection to our food/snack.

Mindful Journaling is a practice that combines introspection and writing with the core principles of mindfulness. It can be a powerful tool for self-expression, stress reduction, introspection, and improving your overall well-being. It can be a powerful tool for stress reduction, self-discovery, and improving your overall well-being.

Activity Highlights:

• Present Moment Awareness: Similar to meditation, mindful journaling involves focusing on our thoughts and feelings in the current moment, without judgment.
• Increased Self-Awareness: By expressing ourselves freely through writing, we gain a deeper understanding of our emotions, patterns, and reactions.
• Non-judgmental Observation: The goal isn't to analyze or fix our thoughts and feelings, but rather to simply acknowledge them and let them flow freely onto the page.
• Breathwork & Mindful Sounds: To help calm the nervous system, we guide you through evidence-based breathing techniques and blend in mindful sounds during the practice.

Mindful Nature Exploration is the practice of spending time outdoors with a focus on being fully present in the moment and connecting with our surroundings. It's about slowing down, quieting our mind, and engaging all our senses to appreciate the natural world. This practice is a way to reduce stress, improve our mood, and deepen our connection with our outdoor surroundings.

Activity Highlights:

• Heightened Awareness: We actively pay attention to the sights, sounds, smells, textures, and even the taste (safely, of course!) of the natural environment.
• Non-judgmental Observation: The focus is on experiencing nature without labeling things, analyzing them, or comparing them to anything else.
• Curiosity and Wonder: We approach nature with a sense of childlike curiosity, open to discovery and appreciating the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
• Present Moment Focus: We become aware of our breath, body sensations, and thoughts as we move through the environment.