Join over 7,000 Michiganders who have reduced their stress and enjoy life more
Provided in collaboration with West Virginia University Extension, Stress Less with Mindfulness introduces participants to the experience and practice of mindfulness, with a goal of reducing stress. Mindfulness can be defined as paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment and non-judgmentally.
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness is effective in reducing stress-related symptoms such as worry, depression and physical tension, and may be helpful in managing chronic conditions such as cardiac disease and diabetes.
By offering adults and seniors alternative ways of relating to everyday life experiences, including thoughts, emotions, physical sensations and events, Stress Less with Mindfulness teaches and encourages the use of mindfulness self-care skills to help one feel better and enjoy life more.
Find a Class Near You
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Jan 8
ONLINE: RELAX Alternatives to Anger Fast Track Jan 2025
January 8, 2025 8:30AM – 9:30AM Online via Zoom
How individuals handle their anger and how stress can affect the people around them.
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Jan 10
Maintaining Health During Challenging Times - Chaldean Community Foundation
January 10, 2025 12:00PM – 1:30PM 3601 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48310
Maintaining health during challenging times includes recognizing all the ways our health is being affected mentally, socially, and physically and finding ways to take action to assure optimal health.
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Jan 12
Begin with a Breath Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center
January 12, 2025 – October 12, 2025 4101 River Bends Dr., Shelby Twp, MI 48317
Begin with a Breath introduces participants to the experience and practice of mindfulness, with a goal of reducing stress.
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Jan 14
Be Kind to Your Mind - Life Enrichment Academy, Shelby Township
January 14, 2025 12:30PM – 2:00PM 5225 22 Mile Road, Shelby Township, MI 48317
Be Kind to Your Mind explores techniques to learn to be a detached observer of your thoughts using the power of acceptance and gratitude.
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Jan 14
Stress Less With Mindfulness at AL!VE
January 14, 2025 – February 11, 2025 ALIVE 800 W. Lawrence Ave. Charlotte, MI 48813
Stress Less With Mindfulness introduces participants to the experience and practice of mindfulness, with a goal of reducing stress.
Not seeing an upcoming class in your area? Contact us at your county MSU Extension office for more information about this program in your area.
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