MONTHLY MINDFUL WALKS / Open to all. No experience or special equipment required
Details
What?
As an adult, we walk an average of 3 500 steps a day. Everyday. So, we all know what is it to walk. But what is it to walk mindfully? The simple definition of being mindful is to bring close attention to our whole experience (inner and outer) in the present moment just as it is. Walk mindfully means walking with intention, bringing our awareness to our unique experience as it unfolds in the present moment surrounded by a specific environment. It means being at the center of our life. To be fully available to what is happening right here, right now. More specifically, we use our capacity to be an observer of life, bringing our focused attention to our bodily sensations, our breathing, our feelings and emotions, thoughts and beliefs without getting drawn by the pull of our fantastic illusions that are just happening in our head or our preferences.
Why?
We all know the benefits of walking. And, intuitively, we know the benefits of being in nature. We can feel it. And we are right! Many studies now show that practicing mindfulness in a natural setting can:
* Restore and maintain our global physical health
* Boost our energy level and enhance vitality
* Reduce blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health
* Increase relaxation and aid sleep
* Strengthen our immune system function
* Restore cognitive fatigue and increase focused thinking
* Reduce stress and tension
* Improve mood and decrease rumination
* Lower anxiety levels and reduce depression
* Increase traits of self-trust and self-acceptance
* Improve interpersonal relationships
Brief, mindfulness increases our happiness and our overall quality of life!
How?
Once gather at our meeting point, I will propose a theme and a mindful practice to try while walking. Then, we will walk. Simply.
Where?
We will walk at public parks and natural places in Salt Lake valley.
Details will be announced on the previous days.
When?
On the third Friday mornings of each month from 10 am to 11 am.
About the host
"Hi, I'm Chantal. I am from Québec and now live in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. I've been hiking and gardening with Sheryl for a year and now I'm excited to offer an activity much easier than hiking. I hope you'll join us!"
** About dogs **
Our program is designed with specific walking prompts and multiple stops where we will reflect on our mindfulness practice. Mindful Walking needs to be done without dogs. However, all walkers with dogs will be invited to walk ahead of the group.
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MONTHLY MINDFUL WALKS / Open to all. No experience or special equipment required