This summer, give yourself the gift of presence, peace of mind, and personal growth. Whether you’re seeking better sleep, relief from worry, support through pain, or comfort in times of grief, the Mindfulness Summer Series invites you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with what matters most.
Led by a team of expert instructors, including neuroscientist Julie Brefczynski-Lewis, clinical therapist Laurel Faulkenberry, and yoga teacher Heidi Sherwin, this series of free one-hour workshops offers practical tools and heartfelt guidance to help you navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and compassion.
Mindful Solutions for the Sleepless
Thursday, May 22, noon –1:00 p.m.
Struggling with sleep? Learn mindfulness techniques, guided meditation, and gentle yoga to calm your mind and body, helping you create a peaceful bedtime routine for better rest.
From Worry to Wonder: Mindful Steps for Everyday Peace
Thursday, June 26, noon–1:00 p.m.
Ease anxious thoughts and invite calm with simple breath awareness, grounding, and reflection practices. Discover how mindfulness can help you respond to worry with curiosity and compassion.
Holistic Practices for Easing Pain and Illness
Thursday, July 31, noon–1:00 p.m.
Explore mindfulness-based techniques to ease discomfort and foster acceptance. Guided exercises and body awareness tools will help you shift your relationship with pain, supporting greater calm and inner peace.
Embracing the Human Heart: Mindfulness through Grief
Thursday, August 21, noon–1:00 p.m.
Find support through grief with mindfulness. Learn practices to hold emotions with care, honor your unique journey, and cultivate a sense of connection and belonging.
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The mindfulness summer series is free for all WVU students, faculty, and staff as well as WVU Medicine employees. All four sessions will take place on Zoom, interested participants can attend sessions individually or in sequence.