What is Mindfulness?
Thirty years ago, Jon Kabat-Zinn and his colleagues at the University of Massachusetts medical school adapted classic forms of meditation found in most religions for a modern, secular audience. A simple practice of paying silent attention to the present moment formed the core of their efforts to help people improve physical and emotional health.
Since then, a large and rigorous body of research has shown that a regular practice of mindfulness meditation can change us in many significant ways: improving immune function, reducing stress, reducing pain and symptoms of chronic disease, improving sleep, improving attention, fostering self- care and compassion, and the list continues to grow. Today, an ever-widening interest in the benefits of mindfulness practice has led to its introduction in many fields and professions.
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East Texas Arts & Wellness was created to bring these practices to the East Texas region for little or no cost. Through partnerships with schools, wellness centers, and rehabilitation centers, we offer a variety of programs to integrate mindfulness into daily life. To speak with a member of our staff please contact us below.