Have you noticed the references to ‘Mindfulness’ popping up in unexpected places and wondered “Just what is mindfulness?” An answer to that question, and more, will be provided during UMW’s Mindfulness Week starting September 30. Often described as open, non-judging awareness of the present moment, mindfulness has been shown to be beneficial in recognizing and resolving habitual patterns, in managing stress, and in improving performance, both academic and athletic. Join in on the talks and discussions, the film viewings, and the guided mindfulness practices during Mindfulness Week to learn more.
Mindfulness Week Activities
Introduction to Mindfulness
Dr. Angela Pitts and Dr. David Ambuel
Monday, September 30
7-8:15 p.m.
Ridderhof-Martin Gallery
Guided Mindfulness Meditation Practice
Bill Brooks
Tuesday, October 1
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Monroe Hall, Room 115
Mindfulness and Personal Performance
Dr. Nina Mikhalevsky
Tuesday, October 1
7-8:15 p.m.
Lee Hall, Room 412
Mindful Eating
Dr. Nicole Surething
Wednesday, October 2
Noon-12:45 p.m.
Seacobeck
Once Dumb, Twice Crazy, Third Time Wise: A Tale of Buddhist Pilgrimage
Documentary Film
Dr. David Ambuel
Wednesday, October 2
4-5:30 p.m.
Lee Hall, Room 411
Keynote Address: Mindfulness and Stress Management – The Practice and the Science
Dr. Hugh Byrne
Wednesday, October 2
7-8:30 p.m.
Monroe Hall, Room 116
Reception to follow
Guided Mindfulness Meditation Practice
Bill Brooks
Thursday , October 3
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Monroe Hall, Room 111
Lifeless – Film and Presentation
Zakaria Kronemer
Thursday, October3
5-6 p.m.
Monroe Hall, Room 116
Mindfulness and the Brain
Dr. Christopher Lillis
Thursday, October 3
7-8:15 p.m.
Lee Hall, Room 412
T’ai Chi Practice
Patinya Ambuel
Friday, October 4
Noon-2 p.m.
Woodard Campus Center, Great Hall
