Course Aim
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program is a structured program that combines mindfulness meditation and breathing techniques to help individuals manage stress, improve their overall well-being, and enhance their quality of life. SYC Infinite Inc. developed MBRT program has been widely accepted and has demonstrated various benefits. Here are some of the key benefits associated with participating in a Mindfulness-Based Resilience Training program:
Course Objectives
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a structured program that combines mindfulness meditation and breathing techniques to help individuals manage stress, improve their overall well-being, and enhance their quality of life. SYC Infinite Inc. developed MBSR program has been widely accepted and has demonstrated various benefits. Here are some of the key benefits associated with participating in a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program:
- Stress Reduction: MBSR is specifically designed to help individuals cope with stress. Participants learn mindfulness meditation techniques that can help them develop a non-judgmental awareness of their thoughts and feelings, leading to a reduction in stress levels.
- Improved Mental Health: Regular practice of mindfulness has been linked to improvements in mental health. MBSR can be effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, promoting emotional well-being, and enhancing overall mental resilience.
- Enhanced Emotional Regulation: Mindfulness practice encourages individuals to observe their emotions without immediate reaction. This increased awareness can lead to improved emotional regulation, helping individuals respond to challenging situations with greater composure.
- Increased Self-Awareness: MBSR emphasizes self-awareness and self-reflection. Through mindfulness practices, individuals become more attuned to their thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves.
- Better Focus and Concentration: Mindfulness meditation involves training the mind to focus on the present moment. As a result, participants often experience improvements in attention, concentration, and cognitive performance.
- Improved Sleep: Mindfulness has been associated with better sleep quality. MBSR techniques can help individuals relax and manage racing thoughts, contributing to improved sleep patterns and overall sleep quality.
- Enhanced Physical Well-being: The mind-body connection is a fundamental aspect of MBSR. Regular practice has been linked to various physical benefits, such as lowered blood pressure, reduced inflammation, and improved immune function.
- Increased Resilience: Mindfulness encourages a non-judgmental and accepting attitude toward experiences. This acceptance can lead to increased resilience, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with greater adaptability and equanimity.
- Improved Relationships: Mindfulness can positively impact interpersonal relationships by fostering better communication, empathy, and compassion. Individuals who practice mindfulness may be better equipped to handle conflicts and engage in more meaningful connections with others.
- Enhanced Overall Well-being: Ultimately, the combination of stress reduction,improved mental health, increased self-awareness, and better physical well-being contributes to an enhanced overall sense of well-being and quality of life.
It’s important to note that individual experiences with MBSR may vary, and the benefits can depend on factors such as the frequency and consistency of practice. Additionally, MBSR is often used as a complementary approach to traditional medical and psychological treatments for various conditions. If considering participation in an MBSR program, it’s advisable to consult with a healthcare professional to ensure it aligns with individual needs and circumstances.
Learning Outcomes
- Stress & Mental Health: Understand the basic concepts about the creation of Stress and the resulting Mental Health. Stress and Managing it.
- Learn Breathing: Normal breathing, learning breathing techniques, looking inward, Deep Breathing, experience the effect of conscious breathing.
- Conscious Breathing: Setting rhythm in breathing, Elementary Rigorous Breathing
techniques, Internal Breath Retention, External Breath Retention, Combinations of
breathing exercises, Practice of breathing exercises. - Thought Awareness: Our thoughts and our control on them, Dealing with our own thoughts, Positive thinking, Mind Control and simple means to practice it. Use of Visualization techniques to achieve mind control.
- Our Body: Our awareness about our body, making our body healthier, Kriyas and Asanas (very elementary) to have body fitness.
- Concentration & Meditation: Ways to improve concentration, impact of concentration on stress, Meditation and simple techniques to experience the power of meditation.
- Submission is the key to everything: Forgiveness, Unconditional love, Love, Compassion & Gratitude.
- Take Away: Daily routine management, Goal Manifestation.
Duration: 15 Weeks – 60 Mins/Week
Course Fees: $300
Certificate: Students will receive certificate of completion. Students enrolled in “For CREDIT’ will also receive TRANSCRIPT.
Classes: Every Friday, starting from 31st January, 2025 6PM (PST)
Course Outline
Week1: Introduction to MBSR Course
Week 2: Stress Management in Ancient India
Week 3: Breath Awareness
Week 4: Rigorous Breathing
Week 5: Thought Awareness
Week 6: Body Awareness
Week 7: Positive Affirmation
Week 8: Meditations
Week 9: Concentration: What is it?
Week 10: Body Fitness and Stress Reduction
Week 11: Yoga for Body Fitness (cont.d)
Week 12: The Yoga for Immortals (YOI)
Week 13: What is Stress?
Week 14: Emotions- Siddha and their teachings
Week 15: Concluding Session
Faculty
Dr. Ishan Shivanand
Adjunct Professor
Enrichment Courses
- Devotional Music
- Introduction to Hindustani Music
- Fundamentals of Sanskrit Grammar
- Understanding and Appreciating Sanskrit Slokas
- Introduction to Play Writing (Telugu)
- Introduction to Harikatha(Telugu)
- Introduction to Nattuvangam
- Introduction to Indian Knowledge Systems
- Viduraneeti - A Roadmap to Success in Corporate World
- Ayurveda for Wellness and Prevention
- Foundation of Yoga
- Introduction to Burrakatha(Telugu)
- Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
- Medical Terminology-1
- Introduction to Acting
- Introduction to Mime
- Creative writing : Metrical and Lyrical Poetry (Padyam and Geyam) (Telugu)
- Creative Writing - Short Story & Novel (Telugu)
- An Approach to Indian Philosophy from Worldy Perspective