Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

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

 
Upon the completion of this course, the students will be able to:
 
  • 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

Ishan Shivanand ji is an expert on non pharmaceutical yoga based interventions for mental wellness.  As the Founder of Yoga of Immortals (YOI), Ishan brings the timeless ancient Yogic wisdom and healing sciences of India to millions across the world, providing much-needed noninvasive, non-pharmacological treatments that enable complete physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
 
 
Having been adopted by and integrated into numerous corporate and healthcare wellness initiatives, Ishan’s innovative and powerful YOI Wellness Programs have not only helped address rising cases of professional burnout, but they have also helped healthcare organizations support the mental well-being of the many frontline healthcare workers (HCWs) coping with
severe psychological problems resulting from and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
 
Ishan Shivanand currently serves as Director of Mental Health and Behavioural modifications initiative of the Health Council (Wheels global foundation, an initiative of IIT Alumni) since late 2021.
 
Today, Ishan is on a mission to bring good health through the scientific Yoga of Immortals (YOI) protocols. Crafted by him through his deep knowledge of contemporary medicine including disease preventive yogic techniques and innovative ancient mindfulness through cognitive & emotional stimulation, that are customized for many healthcare institutes, universities and corporations to help enhance performance, reduce stress and fend off burnout.
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