Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Learn why Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) might be right for you. Are you at a tipping point, overwhelmed by the stress of our fast-paced lives? Are you experiencing a personal crisis affecting your physical, psychological, or emotional well-being? Are you just looking for a way to get your life back into balance?
The good news is that you already have the resources you need to come back to health and wellbeing, inside of you. MBSR training can help you reconnect to those inner resources.
MBSR, created by Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD at the University of Massachusetts Center for Mindfulness, is today the most scientifically researched and validated mindfulness program. So, even if you’ve never heard of mindfulness before, or just want to reconnect with your mindfulness practice, MBSR may be for you.
Groups will be offered in response to participant demand, space availability, preference for in-person or online attendance.
We need a minimum of 12 participants to run a group. If you would like to participate in a workshop, please complete the form below. It would be helpful to know if you are available days or evenings and if you prefer in-person or online attendance or have no preference. In-person workshops take place in Toronto or York Region. 
Please indicate if you would like us to contact you to answer any questions about the program.
Benefits of MBSR
Mindfulness is the practice of present moment, non-judgmental awareness of one’s life experience. Through the use of mind/body techniques, one begins to relate to the stress and anxiety in life differently in ways that allow for more creative solutions and possibilities. It can help you:
- Improve focus and concentration
Improve mind-body awareness - Reduce reactivity, increased calm, and better behavioural choices Improved ability to handle the ups and downs of life
- Feel kinder to yourself and others
- Improve relationships Experiencing more positive emotions.
This fun, life-affirming, interactive, experiential course runs for 8 weeks and includes:
- Guided instruction in mindfulness meditation practices
- Gentle stretching and mindful yoga
Small and Large Group discussions - Daily home practice assignments
- A silent retreat on a weekend.
Materials used:
- Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn (Second Edition Sept 2013)
- Guided Meditation app or CD set.
- Comprehensive Home Practice Workbook (included in the fee)
Taught by experienced MBSR instructors in a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Great for beginners and advanced meditators
- Prerequisite for MBSR Teacher Training
- Prerequisite for SMART Facilitator Certification
In the spirit of generosity, some spaces may be available to those who genuinely are unable to afford the full cost of the workshop. Alternative payment options may be considered.
Mindfulness Everyday Refund Policy for MBSR Workshop
We are confident you will find our classes enjoyable and beneficial. However, we do understand there are times when you may need to drop out of the course. Our refund policy is to provide a full refund, less a $50.00 administration fee, if the request is in writing and received by us, at least 5 business days prior to the course start. For subsequent written requests to withdraw, received by us up to 48 hours prior to the start of the second class, a refund of course fee will be given, less $100.00 to cover our costs up to that time (not including materials received). Course fees will not be refunded thereafter.
To request a refund, please send an email to payments@mindfulnesseveryday.org, indicating your name, the name of the class, reason for the refund, and a phone number where you can be reached in case of questions. *Prices quoted may change without notice reflecting market changes beyond our control.
Insurance:
MBSR is not therapy or medical treatment. However, some insurance plans do cover health education and wellness classes. If your plan covers the MBSR program, we will provide the information you need to request reimbursement directly from your insurer.