Monthly Mindfulness: What’s Coming in May

With Mental Health Awareness Month featured in May, we’re reminded how important it is to take care of your mental health by being more mindful. Whether you’re experiencing increased anxiety and stress as a result of the pandemic or social injustice, or just in need of a boost to your overall well-being, daily mindfulness practice can help you feel more grounded and balanced.

If you’re curious about mindfulness or have a specific challenge you want to begin to overcome, log in and explore these live, immersive multi-week eM Life programs.

Introduction to Mindfulness – May 4^th

A great starting point for those who are curious about mindfulness, this single 30-minute session teaches you how to start making every moment matter with greater focus, creativity, and purposeful decisions. Taught by expert teacher Cindy Gittleman on May 4^th, Introduction to Mindfulness helps reduce stress, increase resilience, and improve overall well-being.  Register Here

Mindfulness At Work™: Stress Reduction  – May 4^th

If there’s one thing we all have in common, it’s stress. Stress affects us all, and Mental Health Awareness Month is a great time to change your relationship with the stressors in your life. In this program you will learn how to improve your health, happiness, and performance. Join us for Mindfulness At Work™, a 10-session program led by mindfulness teacher Elaine Smookler starting May 4^th.  Register Here

Mindfully Overcoming Addictive Behaviors – May 5^th

Addictive behaviors can be frustrating and overwhelming to live with and overcome. No matter what type of addiction you’re experiencing, relief is possible. In this program you will learn how to identify the triggers, obstacles, and pain behaviors associated with addiction. Mindfully Overcoming Addictive Behaviors is a 10-week program led by expert mindfulness teacher Mark Pirtle starting May 5^th.  Register Here

Weight Balance for Life – May 11^th

When situations in our lives become difficult and we experience high levels of stress,  emotional eating and weight gain are not uncommon. Weight Balance for Life brings a powerful mind-body approach to how we live and eat—for a lifetime. Weight Balance for Life is led by expert mindfulness teacher Jim Austin and is a 20-session program starting May 11^th. Register Here

Thoughts are Not Facts – May 11^th + 26^th

One thought may not seem like it can make a lasting impact on our behavior, but in fact, our habitual thought patterns have been shown to increase stress and affect performance. Learn how to separate thoughts from reality with Thoughts are Not Facts – a single, 60-minute session led by teachers Cindy Gittleman (May 11^th) and Elisha Goldstein (May 26^th). Register Here

Challenging Thought Patterns that Lead to Weight Gain – May 14^th + 27^th

Struggling with weight management is common for many. Using the principles of mindfulness can help you significantly change the way you view yourself, your body, and your life. Challenging Thought Patterns that Lead to Weight Gain is a 60-minute session led by mindfulness teachers Cindy Gittleman (May 14^th) and Jim Austin (May 27^th).  Register Here

Cultivating Compassion – May 18^th

It’s natural to extend kindness to others when they experience difficulties with mental health and life but not so easy to extend to ourselves. Join this program and develop the skills of mindfulness and compassion to help manage stress and foster positive relationships with yourself and others. Cultivating Compassion is led by Marta Patterson and is made up of three 45-minute sessions.  Register Here

Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery – May 18^th

Even after diagnosis and treatment, cancer recovery can affect your ability to be productive at work and home and affect you both physically and mentally. Through this program, you can use mindfulness to enhance your immune system and improve your quality of life, focus, and decision-making skills, as you recover from cancer. Join us for Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery, a 12-session program taught by expert mindfulness teacher, Lisa Wickham starting on May 18th. Register Here

QuitSmart ™ Mindfully – May 18^th

Many people who use tobacco have trouble walking away from it for good, especially during times of stress and anxiety. The QuitSmart Mindfully program uses proven strategies to address cravings and habits of nicotine addiction. This is a 12-session program taught by Jim Austin starting on May 18th. Register Here

Journey Forward: The M.M.A.P. For Success – May 25^th

There is a powerful mindset military elite forces have in common. The ground can shift beneath you at a moment’s notice and you need to know how to adapt. This 10-session program taught by Bernice Moore was developed by veterans for veterans and active military to help you with challenges that are unique to your circumstances. Register Here

Mindful Leadership Series – May 26th

Managing shifting priorities in a constantly changing work environment is a common challenge facing leaders in the workplace. The Mindful Leadership Series is a 6-session program taught by Elmo Shade. It will help you increase self-awareness and self-regulation, improve collaboration and problem-solving, cultivate an inclusive environment, and manage challenging situations with more grace and ease. Register Here

Skills to Thrive in Anxious Times – May 27^th

The uncertainty and changes over this past year have added additional stress and anxiety for many. These 60-minute, expert-led, interactive sessions will help you develop the skills to overcome the habitual patterns of thoughts and feelings that get in the way of your day-to-day success and fulfillment at work. Join us for Skills to Thrive in Anxious Times, a six session program led by mindfulness teacher Erin Sharaf.  Register Here