Practice Mindfulness with Counseling Services

student sitting alone reading a book on Levine CampusLearn to manage stress with Mindfulness. Research has shown the practice of mindfulness helps in many ways, including: gaining better sleep, lowering stress, improving attention, and dealing with depression and anxiety.

Through practice and discussion, learn to strengthen your ability to “begin again” in the present moment. Whether you are brand new to mindfulness or have been practicing for years, these sessions are for you! Designed specifically for students, each session explores a different area of mindful practice.

Save these important dates:

Practicing Self-Care through Mindfulness – Thursday, Feb 18 at 11am

In order to take care of those we love, we must also take care of ourselves. In honor of Valentine’s Day, our theme for this meeting will focus on how to incorporate mindfulness practices into your daily routine for self-care and general well-being.

Managing Stress with Mindfulness – Thursday, March 18 at 11am

Exams, deadlines, COVID… it’s enough to stress the most relaxed student! Join us to learn how mindfulness practice can help you cope with daily stress and worry.

Mindful Eating – Thursday, April 15 at 11am

This interactive virtual session focuses on mindful eating, which has been shown to ease anxiety, improve digestion, and increase awareness of the mind-body connection for overall wellness. Please bring raisins, fruit, or other small snack to enjoy during our meeting.

Learn more about the events on the Counseling Services event page.

All sessions are held online. The same link is used for all meetings. Request the session links today.  

Student Mindfulness Series Presented by Counseling Services: Mindful Eating

Learn to manage stress with Mindfulness! Research has shown the practice of mindfulness helpful in many areas, including: gaining better sleep, lowering stress levels, improving attention, and dealing with depression and anxiety. Through practice and discussion, learn to strengthen your ability to “begin again” in the present moment. Whether you are brand new to mindfulness or have been practicing for years, these sessions are for you!

Mindful Eating Session on Thursday, November 19th 10:30-11:30am. Learn more about the event today!

Have you been looking for a way to manage the daily stress of being a student? Join us to learn more about the stress-reducing practice of mindfulness! Just in time for the holidays, this interactive virtual session focuses on mindful eating, which has been shown to ease anxiety, improve digestion, and increase awareness of the mind-body connection for overall wellness. Please bring raisins, fruit, or other small snack to enjoy during our meeting.

Request the meeting link now.

Students needing an accommodation(s) in order to participate should contact Disability Services at disability.counselingservices@cpcc.edu at least three business days prior to the event to discuss how we can best accommodate you.

Join the Next Mindfulness Workshop on October 15

Have you been looking for a way to cope with the daily stressors of being a student? Join Counseling Services for online sessions to learn how to manage stress with mindfulness. Research shows that practicing mindfulness is beneficial in many areas, including:

  • better sleep
  • lower stress levels
  • improved attention
  • dealing with depression and anxiety

Through practice and discussion, learn to strengthen your ability to “begin again” in the present moment. Whether you are brand new to mindfulness or have been practicing for years, these sessions are for you. Designed specifically for students, each session focuses on a different area of mindfulness practice. Attend one or all sessions.

All sessions are on Thursday from 10:30–11:30 a.m.

  • October 15: Living in the Present Moment
  • November 19: Mindful Eating

REGISTER

Request the meeting links

Before the session(s), learn how to use Webex.

QUESTIONS

Contact stephanie.boyd@cpcc.edu or heather.sullivan@cpcc.edu with any questions or concerns.