Meditation and Mindfulness

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention from moment to moment in a non-judgmental way. This simple, but powerful practice opens the door to self-healing and insight. It can also provide options for coping with the stress of everyday life and the stress of illness.

Mindfulness programs at the Osher Center include:

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an eight-week program that introduces you to mindfulness practice in the form of sitting meditation, body awareness and mindful movement, modeled by Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD.

The MBSR program at the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine includes a free information session and 30-minute private interview with the instructor before the first class. Attending an informational session is strongly encouraged. Each class also includes one all day session on a Saturday or Sunday.

Note: Continuing Medical Education credits are available for this course. Total in-class time is 28 hours over 8 weeks. Classes often fill to capacity. Advance registration is highly encouraged.

Alumni Programs

Alumnus Sits are free and open to anyone who has ever completed an MBSR course at OCIM or elsewhere. These one-hour gatherings offer a great opportunity to maintain or renew your mindfulness practice.

Date:	Every Thursday (except holidays)
Time:	6:00-7:00 pm
Location:	Group Room 1701 Divisadero St., Suite 150 at Sutter St.
Fee:	Free
Register/Info:	Drop-in; no registration necessary. For info, call 415.353.7718 or email.
Instructor:	James Mitchell, PhD
Prerequisite:	Completed previous MBSR class.

Faculty MBSR Program

An eight-week course in mindfulness-based stress reduction is offered to faculty through the CCFL. Course registration and schedule information can be found on the Academic Affairs website.

Resources

Spirit Rock Meditation Center offers a full program of excellent events and mindfulness meditation retreats.