MINDFULNESS IN MINUTES: SUMMER

Mindfulness in Minutes – Introduction
5pm

When meditation is seen as something you have to do “outside” of real life – find the perfect setting, be surrounded by silence, and spend a required amount of time on a daily practice – the desire to pursue this can be overtaken by the tasks of daily life. Stressed by the unprecedented challenges of navigating new realities that have overtaken us in recent months, we may also feel reluctant to add anything “new”- like mindfulness- to the mix. But these are exactly the moments when we can most use the benefits of mindfulness! Nina offers an approach that makes mindfulness accessible to real people in real lives when they really need it. In this session, Nina will guide you through some simple techniques that will help your brain begin to form a new habit – what if you could learn to watch the mind, instead of going with its storyline? Rather than reacting-and-regretting, what if you could learn to respond more skillfully in the moment? Learn more about how to reduce stress and bring mindfulness into your life!

Mindful Yoga on the Dock
7:45am – 8:45am

Opening meditation led by Nina Smiley followed by Spa Sounds – Singing Bowls and Yoga with Gianna Damato. Music for mindfulness followed by yoga on the boat dock. Enjoy the beauty of Mohonk’s natural landscape during this wellness session which explores the healing power of sound therapy, meditation and yoga while you are embraced by the majestic mountain and the peaceful lake.

Mindfulness in Minutes – Part 2
3pm

Building on our first Mindfulness in Minutes session, Part 2 with Nina will bring an opportunity to learn how to use these skills in the nitty-gritty moments of your life. For example, insomnia – is anyone In Search of A Good Night’s Sleep? Minds can be very active – especially at three in the morning. Learn how to use mindfulness to set the stage for sleep. What about Relationships That Really Work? Throughout the day, we’re constantly interacting with other people—family, friends, colleagues… Discover how a mindful approach to relationships can lead to more skillful interactions at home and at work. Instead of thinking “I wish I hadn’t said that” learn to change “that” behavior. And Nina will also focus on your most important relationship – with yourself. There will be time to talk about Never Diet Again – a mindful take on weight loss and wellness… And we’ll look at suggestions on relating to pain as a “habit” and exploring a different way of working with it. You’ll leave this session with an understanding of mindfulness that empowers you to bring it into your life and use it to enhance well-being, one moment at a time!

Mindful Breathwork on the Dock with Nina Smiley
7:45am – 8:30am

Clearing the mind and calming the body in early morning offer a foundation for well-being that’s only a breath away. We will continue to build our mindfulness practice as we welcome the day together, nurtured by nature in Mohonk‘s inspirational setting. We will also begin to mindfully explore the healing power of the breath with an introduction to techniques developed by Dr. Richard Brown and Dr. Patricia Gerbarg.

“Forest Bathing”: Mindfulness In Nature
10:30am

The term “forest bathing” or “shinrin-yoku” has been used in Japanese writings and research to describe the sense of well-being that comes from being outdoors immersed in nature. This Mindfulness in Nature walk with Nina guides you through wooded trails, alongside timeless cliffs and our crystal-clear lake. Embrace your senses with this unique walk before you enjoy brunch!