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Mindful Awareness Practices (MAPs I) Course Objectives (6 sessions) 

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• Introduce the science of mindfulness: research on its health benefits; research on its impact for learning and self-regulation; research on its impact in education. Each participant will receive knowledge of the science of mindfulness and in particular, how it can be helpful in everyday life.

• Study the practice and theory of mindfulness, including sitting and moving meditation, ways to deepen positive emotions like gratitude or joy, relational mindfulness, and methods for integrating awareness and creativity into ordinary activities. We will examine the science of mindfulness for mental and physical health, including reduced stress, improved attention, and greater mind-body awareness.

• Provide an overview of principles needed to establish mindfulness practice at home and in daily life and problem-solve difficulties in maintaining regular practice. Once participants learn the principles of mindfulness, they will then find ways to integrate into their lives techniques and practices, which help reduce stress and create a greater sense of well-being. This is crucial for care-providers so that they are equipped to deal with the stresses of caring for others.

• For healthcare providers, this program provides practical tools for incorporating mindful awareness into one’s professional activities. Since mindfulness is shown to be effective in reducing stress and increasing emotional regulation, the simple tools taught in MAPs classes can easily be implemented with clients in care contexts. When the participant finishes their MAPs program, they will have the basics for continuing with their own practice and sharing their knowledge and experience on a basic level with family members and clients.

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Refund and Cancellation Policy

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Refunds requested prior to two weeks before the first day of class will be assessed an administrative fee. We regret that we cannot give refunds after this date. Refunds should be requested by email

Registrants will be notified in advance of the class

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Make-up Class: If you miss a class, we will record an audio of the class for you to listen to. No refund or prorate will be issued for missed classes

MARC reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment

Vy V. Le, MBA, Instructor Bio

Vy received her training in mindfulness facilitation through the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. She is a Certified Mindfulness Teacher - Professional through the International Mindfulness Teachers Association (IMTA). Furthermore, she believes in the growth of the mindfulness space and is a Program Manager for the IMTA, which is dedicated to the professionalization and standardization of the mindfulness field. She has shared mindfulness and compassion practices to all age groups from teens and young adults (as a mentor with Inward Bound), professionals, healthcare providers, to retirees. Vy is a certified coach through the International Coach Federation and is also trained in the practice of Focusing by Gene Gendlin, a somatic process to help one deeply listen to the wisdom of the body. She has a degree in Mathematics with a specialization in Computing and Business Administration from UCLA, and an MBA from USC. The video below is a short introduction of herself.