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January 9-11, 2026

Mindfulness in Minutes

Enjoy the inspirational setting of our Victorian castle resort as you learn simple techniques that can be used anywhere and anytime to reduce stress and enhance physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Join Nina Smiley, Ph.D., co-author of The Three Minute Meditator and Mindfulness in Nature, to discover how you can change your life and support well-being mindfully, one moment at a time!

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What’s Included

Your stay at Mohonk Mountain House includes access to countless activities and experiences for guest of all ages, including our indoor pool, tennis courts, show gardens, and an award-winning spa. Discover all that Mohonk has to offer during your mountaintop getaway.

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Dining

Three meals daily featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients from our farm-to-table partners.

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Recreation & Wellness

Enjoy countless activities such as guided hikes and outdoor activities as well as yoga, meditation, and fitness classes.

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Entertainment

Themed Mohonk Signature Events, featuring live music and engaging performances, changing daily

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Last Year’s Events Highlights

Mindfulness in Minutes – For Real People in Real Lives (Part 1)

Nina offers an approach that brings mindfulness into the ongoing flow of daily life making mindfulness accessible when you really need it! She will guide you through some simple techniques that will help your brain begin to form a new habit as you learn to observe the mind and become able to respond more skillfully in the moment.

Snow Covered Lakeside Summerhouse During New Year's Eve in the Hudson Valley

Yoga Nidra – An Invitation to Deep Rest

As evening unfolds, this Yoga Nidra session will offer a guided visualization to nurture a deep conscious relaxation and a soothing sense of calm and wellbeing. Listen to Jenna’s gentle voice as you recline at the end of the day in a state of deep rest as a prelude to restorative sleep.

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Mindful Mocktail Mixology

Learn diverse and creative ways to enjoy unique flavor combinations as our Mixologist describes how to use nutrient-rich ingredients including fresh fruit, herbs, and spices to bring vitamins and anti-oxidants into mocktails that everyone can enjoy. Nurture wellbeing as you hydrate and sample four delightful specialty drinks. *Please note, seating is limited.

Nina Smiley Chatting with Guests in Mohonk's Greenhouse
Top view shot of barman hand holding cocktail shaker on table with ingredients.

Mindfulness in Minutes – Practical, Playful, and Powerful (Part 2)

This session with Nina brings an opportunity to learn how to use mindfulness 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. 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. This session will empower you to make mindfulness your own and bring it into the flow of your life.

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Program Curator

Nina Smiley, Ph.D., Director of Mindfulness Programming

Nina Smiley, Ph.D., Director of Mindfulness Programming at Mohonk Mountain House, graduated from Vassar College and earned a doctoral degree in psychology from Princeton University. She is co-author of The Three Minute Meditator, now in its fifth edition and translated into seven languages, and Mindfulness in Nature. Nina taught psychology at the University of Maryland and worked at the American Psychological Association. She has studied mindfulness with Jack Kornfield (founder of Spirit Rock Meditation Center), Sharon Salzberg (co-founder of Insight Meditation Society), and others. Nina’s work has been featured in The New York Times, O, the Oprah Magazine, Real Simple, Shape, and Prevention. She conducts mindfulness webinars nationally and internationally and delights in sharing insights about mindfulness and well-being.

Past Program Leader

Dr. Barry Goodman

Dr. Barry Goodman is a Doctor of Chiropractic, Reiki Master, Energy Healer, and Kundalini Yoga Teacher with nearly four decades of experience in holistic healing. His work bridges the physical and energetic – combining Chiropractic, Neuromuscular massage, Reiki, Yoga, and Qi Gong to support natural balance, vitality, and longevity, integrating mind- body- spirit wellness. Blending science and spirituality, Dr. Goodman’s compassionate heart-centered approach fosters resilience, awareness, and well-being by supporting the body’s innate healing intelligence.