Event Details
Learn mediation techniques to tune in to your body and mind and facilitate deep relaxation and healing. This will be a 1 hour session geared toward participants ages 14 and up (primarily adults, though teenagers are also welcome to attend).
This session will be broken up in 3 parts:
1. 10-15 minutes explaining how this form of meditation works, basic instructions, a brief explanation of why this works at the physical, cognitive, and scientific level, and to address any questions participants may have prior to starting.
2. 25-30 minutes of guided meditation where participants will either lay down on a yoga mat, or sit comfortably on a mat or in a chair. I will provide instruction as to how to calm the mind through counting breaths, followed by instruction as to how to deeply relax at the physical level. It is important to note that this will require complete stillness for a minimum of 20 minutes. Something to cover ones eyes (such as a sash or eye pillow) may be helpful, though not necessary, also participants can also bring ear plugs and or something similar to dampen sound if they would like (again not required but helpful for some).
3. 10-15 minutes for discussion and Q&A. Here we can discuss as a group and address any challenges, questions, or aspects of practicing this on a continued basis.
About the presenter:
David Hopper is Teacher, Creative, and Wellness Advocate with background in Psychology and Healing Arts who has spent a lifetime learning from and working with a broad and diverse range of spiritual, creative, and educational communities.
For over 20 years David has worked and taught primarily in the creative and wellness space, offering instruction in Music, Visual Arts, and Healing Arts, and currently works as a Designer, Musician, and Educator. He is happy to call the Bay Area his home and share his knowledge and expertise with his community.