Switch from a pain mindset to a health mindset. Demystify pain; learn about the nervous system and the complexity of the brain's responses to stimuli. Develop excellent self-management skills, including breathing, relaxation and meditation. Content of the weekend integrates current pain science with an understanding of the lived experience of pain, concluding with instructions in evidence-based and effective techniques to meet your needs.
Saturday • 7/13
10:30am Check-in
10:45am-12:15pm Gentle Asana Class, with breath awareness practice
12:30pm Vegetarian lunch provided
1:30-3:00pm Talk: Moving at the Edge of Pain: Practice, Patence, Persistance, Compassion
3:15-4:15pm Explore the Breath: Pranayama Practice
Please plan to take it easy in the evening.
Sunday • 7/14
10:30am-noon Gentle Asana Class, with body awareness technique
12:15pm Vegetarian lunch provided
1:15-2:45pm Talk: Observing the Internal Experience
3:00-4:00pm Awareness Practices
4:15pm on Individual 15-minute followups for each participant
Participants are encouraged to make an appointment in advance for an intake session. This will help us better serve you.
Link to event on our website:
https://sivanandasf.org/course/8133