The Mindfulness Movie: The Benefits of Mindfulness by
A fun and educational journey showcasing the worldwide brain research proving the benefits of mindfulness and the public’s increasing awareness and acceptance of the practice. The movie celebrates those who have reshaped mindfulness into everyday, practical skills...Neuroscientists now tell us that the practice of mindfulness literally changes the brain in positive ways. And it’s as simple as paying attention! Throughout the film, we encounter inspiring people and ideas on how changing the way we see can change our lives...First, the movie explores answers to the two basic questions: what is mindlessness? And what is mindfulness?..Then, the viewer is guided through the neuroscience of why the brain defaults to a mindless mode 90% of the time. Leading world experts discuss eight essential aspects of mindfulness, including easy to understand studies showing why we function at a more highly effective level when we change our default mindless mode to a mindful mode...Finally, The Mindfulness Movie tells the heartfelt stories of military personnel and teenagers using mindfulness to overcome stress, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. These real life examples of personal initiative and success truly inspire the viewer to engage the world in a new way
Solitude--An Antidote to Loneliness by
Explore how mindfulness and compassion practices deepen connection and communication with others, and also cultivate an awareness of "interbeing"--our connection to the larger world. Review data showing how mindfulness skills enhance relationships, and see how mindfulness fosters the ability to be alone, a capacity essential for intimacy
Integrating mindfulness into counseling and psychotherapy by
"Mindfulness" has been a tantalizing therapy buzzword for several years now, but what exactly is it? For many clinicians--not to mention clients and the general public--the concept is mystifying, despite its increasing mainstream popularity. Wonder no more with this comprehensive new video featuring Ronald D. Siegel, a longtime mindfulness-oriented psychotherapist and expert in the approach. Here, you'll discover how mindfulness differs from meditation, folds into treatment for a vast range of clinical issues, and supports our own personal and professional growth. Mindfulness is simultaneously a set of experiential practices and a philosophical stance, and Siegel demonstrates both in four sessions with very different clients. You'll watch Siegel promote a "felt sense of meaning" with Carl, a man in his sixties with past suicidal ideation and current financial stress. With Julia, a woman in her 20s grieving multiple deaths and suffering from anxiety, Siegel emphasizes the somatic element of mindfulness. Teaching her to track her moment-to-moment physical experience with acceptance rather than aversion, Siegel helps Julia reframe her anxiety as physical tension that she can begin to release with mindful awareness. You'll also watch Lorraine, a middle-aged woman with chronic back pain, benefit from Siegel's integrative knowledge to get in touch with her present-moment experience of fear, which may actually exacerbate her condition. Finally, you'll observe Mac, a Japanese-American man who lived in an internment camp as a child, move toward greater emotional awareness in his desire to connect with his wife. Siegel supports his clients with practices and psychoeducation, and the viewer with useful commentary that details his interventions and outlines his goals. His approach to mindfulness is both accessible and grounded, making it a suitable adjunct to modalities ranging from the cognitive to the psychodynamic to the humanistic. If you're a clinician wanting to understand what mindfulness looks like and how it can fit into your work, you'll find this to be an excellent resource
Mindfulness for life : an interview with Jon Kabat-Zinn by
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Why mindfulness matters by
Begin by exploring the nature of mindfulness practice as a means of developing awareness with acceptance of our present experience. Review its remarkable range of psychological and physical benefits, dispel common misconceptions, and uncover the three core skills it employs as part of an empirically-supported path to well-being
60 minutes. Mindfulness by
Anderson Cooper reports on what it's like to try to achieve 'mindfulness, ' a self-awareness scientists say is very healthy, but rarely achieved in today's world of digital distractions
Cultivating mindfulness by
The underlying cause of most social and personal problems is lack of mindfulness. Psychologist Charles Tart, Ph. D., author of States of Consciousness and Waking Up, discusses how difficult it is to translate meditative awareness to the problems of daily life. He describes the training methods of G.I. Gurdjieff as an alternative form of mindfulness training intended to be used in the midst of workaday activities
Stress management for body, mind, and spirit by
Relaxation skills, clear thinking, and self-awareness are all essential ingredients of sound stress management. Stress Management for Body, Mind, and Spirit provides an opportunity for viewers to learn and experience skills, such as progressive muscular relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and mindfulness. The video also addresses the issues of the cultivation of self-knowledge, connection and community, living with intention, the power of the heart, and the importance of clear communication. More than simply how to use a particular mechanical technique, the video offers a view of stress management as an essential self-management skill that extends to the body, mind, heart, and spirit of individuals, as well as the quality of their relationships. The benefits of integrating the wisdom of these skills into one's personal life and professional roles is also discussed
Letting Go of Stress : A Guide to Achieving Deep Relaxation by
Stress is body tension that everyone encounters at some point in life. There are many factors that contribute to stress. Too much stress can cause ongoing physical side effects, such as migraines or ulcers, with potentially devastating results - and if not treated, it can jeopardize relationships with family members, friends, and coworkers. Yet stress can be managed simply by recognizing the situation and choosing to relax. There are several techniques that can help decrease the amount of stress one may experience throughout the day. This informative video illustrates fast, easy, and effective ways to manage stress through deep breathing, simple stretches, acupressure, self-massage, and progressive relaxation
Achieve a Healthy Lifestyle by
What we do, and what we put into our bodies, has a direct impact on the way we feel. To prove the point, Rick, a health enthusiast, is contrasted with his friend Tina, a nightclubbing, smoking, convenience-food junkie. Over the course of this video, Rick combines kind concern and tough love to help get Tina eating better and exercising. A strong anti-substance abuse message is also included. The bottom line? Even small changes in diet and exercise, combined with a reduction in risky behaviors, can quickly add up to a healthier lifestyle and a longer lifespan
10 things you should know about sleep by
Even though many experts recommend eight hours of sleep a night, getting that much rest often seems impossible. This program offers ten scientific ways to get quality sleep, and more of it. These techniques include sleep restriction programs for people with insomnia, explained by Professor Colin Espie of the University of Glasgow's Sleep Centre; fasting to beat jet lag, presented by Harvard's Dr. Patrick Fuller; and simple, full-body relaxation techniques, demonstrated by physiotherapist Sammy Margo. Features celebrities such as comedian Russell Kane, world-record-setting yachtswoman Dee Caffari, and British TV presenter Kate Silverton
Surviving compassion fatigue : the LARC method by
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MIMH is proud to announce its newest educational tool for mental health professionals: the Surviving Compassion Fatigue kit. The Surviving Compassion Fatigue kit utilizes the LARC method, which means that it contains resources designed to help the user: Learn about Compassion Fatigue; Assess the severity of the syndrome; Renew well-being and professional satisfaction; and Commit to an ongoing routine of self-care
