Your Brain on Mindfulness: 8 Weeks to Dissolve Stress, Build Resilience & Thrive™

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Your Brain on Mindfulness: 8 Weeks to Dissolve Stress, Build Resilience & Thrive™

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This is the online course for people who want to permanently reduce stress.
Next round begins February 2022

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Are you ready to find calm amidst the chaos?

Make Real Change

Begin or deepen your mindfulness practice and commit to your own well-being with care and support.

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Does This Sound Familiar?

I often feel stressed or anxious.
I'm feeling overwhelmed by Covid and the state of the world and not sure what to do about it.
I lose patience with myself and my friends and family more than I want to admit.
I beat myself up for not being or doing “enough”.
It's sometimes hard to focus on what I actually love about my life.
My usual self-care practices aren't cutting it anymore.

You deserve to feel calm, optimistic and joyful.

Your Brain on Mindfulness is a comprehensive online course designed to completely shift your relationship to the stressors in your life. We'll work with evidence-based practices that help you feel calm, even when life is chaotic. These mindfulness techniques will create lasting change and support you in reducing stress and building a more positive mindset.

"It’s not stress that kills us, it’s our reaction to it."

- Hans Selye

Lots of people teach classes to help you relax. Relaxation techniques are definitely important, but they’re not enough.

I’ve spent the last 20 years helping people reduce stress and be more happily engaged in their lives and I know what it takes to truly change your stress response. If you want to create lasting change, you need to approach stress from a variety of angles.

The solution isn’t to get rid of stressors, but to change the way we respond and relate to those stressors.

I’ll teach you techniques to rewire your brain to handle stress differently so that you stop paying so much attention to what isn’t working and instead focus on what’s already wonderful about your life.

Truly the nicest thing I’ve done for myself in this lifetime.

"Your Brain on Mindfulness was like a curated tour through my brain that allowed me to stop and re-wire synapses along the way. Rachel’s presence created a safe place for me to laugh, cry, discover and nurture my best self. Truly the nicest thing I’ve done for myself in this lifetime."

Corbin / Musician

Have you said any of these things lately?

I'm just flat out overwhelmed by the world today!
I’m burned out and tired from taking care of everyone else. I could use more support.
I've been feeling anxious and scared a lot lately.
If one more person tells me to take a deep breath, I’m going to scream.
I beat myself up and "should" myself a lot.
On a stress scale of 1-10, I wake up at a 3 or 4 and by midday, I’m already at a 5 or 6.
I’m just not as patient as I used to be.
I feel like I’m always behind and can never catch up.
Sometimes, I just feel numb.
I’m not sleeping well. I’m up late trying to get stuff done but when I lay down, I either can’t fall asleep or I can’t stay asleep. It seems like as soon as I close my eyes, there are a stream of worries bombarding me.

"No matter how educated or wealthy you are if you don’t have peace of mind, you won’t be happy."

-Dalai Lama

Find more ease in your life

We all have stressors in our lives - in fact stress is at an all time high with the US coming in at #7 on the list of the worlds most stressed-out nations. In these crazy times, it's clear that our exposure to stress isn't going to change. But how we experience that stress can change. The practices in this course will help you:

Feel Calmer

Decrease your stress and anxiety levels
Feel safer and more at peace
Breath better
Wake up in the morning feeling more rested and less stressed
Be less reactionary and have more control over your responses
Stay calm even when life gets intense or chaotic

Feel More Compassionate

Take better care of yourself
Feel less self-judgement and self-doubt
Feel more self-compassion and self-confidence
Be more patient with yourself and others
Feel more compassionate and less angry towards others
Feel less “burned-out”
Feel less drained by the pain of others and the state of the world

Feel More Joyful

Feel more connected to yourself and others
Notice life’s small but beautiful moments throughout the day
Pay more attention to what is wonderful about your life and focus on nourishing and growing what you love
Change your brain's inherent negativity bias to a more positive, optimistic mindset

By decreasing stress we are able to grow what we love about our lives and change what no longer serves us.

Rachel’s offerings are an indelible resource to longtime practitioners as well as the newbie.

"Rachel’s course synthesized information for me in a way that made complex and challenging material accessible. Her depth of knowledge shines through experiential activities thoughtfully assembled and presented with warmth and authenticity. Rachel’s offerings are an indelible resource to longtime practitioners as well as the newbie."

Steve / Psychotherapist

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So how do we do it?

How do you embrace your life so that you can both address your stressors and challenges head-on AND keep growing what’s already good? The answer is not one-size fits all.

Sometimes we need to build our stores of self-compassion, sometimes, we need to work with practices that take us out of our fight/flight/freeze response and calm our nervous system and sometimes we need to track the underlying patterns that got us here in the first place.

Your Brain on Mindfulness is a unique approach to mindfulness that takes YOUR mind/body/brain into account. You’ll explore a comprehensive range of practices that will help you gain understanding and perspective so that you can get grounded, build resilience and thrive!

Rachel Posner MA, C-IAYT, ERYT-500

This course is the culmination of my 20 years of practicing yoga therapy and counseling, teaching yoga, and designing and guiding wellness courses and retreats. To learn more about me click here.

With so many courses out there, what makes this one different?

I take an individualized approach to stress reduction. In other words, this is not a cookie cutter experience focused on relaxation techniques alone. You'll receive a library of practices and resources to help you respond to your specific needs moment to moment.

My springs from the intersection of yoga, mindfulness, neuroscience and psychology. This integrative body/mind/brain approach is easily digestible, actionable and effective.

I’ve created a unique blend of evidence-based practices that will rewire your brain to handle stress differently so that you can focus on growing states of calm, optimism and gratitude.

You’ll learn the “why” and “how” of the practices. When you understand why a practice works, it increases your belief and confidence in the practice itself. The mind is extremely powerful and studies show that when we believe in something, it works better. YOUR understanding and belief in the practice will make it more effective and the change more significant and long lasting.

I’ve been teaching this course for years and can say with absolute confidence that it works!

Curriculum

Module 1

Your Brain on Mindfulness:
The Big Picture

Module 2

Finding Your Center:
Practices To Turn Off Your Fight / Flight Response

Module 3

Deep Calm:
Reversing The Negative Effects Of Stress

Module 4

Self Awareness:
Grounding In The Power Of YOU

Module 5

Self-Care:
The Art Of Paying Attention

Module 6

Compassion:
The Neural Networks that Build Happiness

Module 7

From Compassion to Optimism:
The Neuroplasticity Of A Cup 1/2 Full

Module 8

Where Do We Go From Here?
And A Touch Of Gratitude

Module 9

Integration:
Continuing The Journey

What will the 8 weeks actually look like?

Five, one-hour community classes on Zoom. We'll have a live welcome meeting on Tuesday, September 28 6pm (MST) to kick things off. Then we'll have 4 more live classes throughout the course (10/12, 10/26, 11/9 and the last week TBD). These are interactive classes where you'll have an opportunity to connect with one another. I'll speak to a particular topic, offer a group meditation and make time for breakout rooms so that you can share your victories (and maybe some frustrations:) and experience the support of the community. All zoom meetings will be recorded in the event that you can't be there live.

Every Monday morning you'll receive a new module filled with the exact lessons, tools and practices you need to start changing the way you deal with stress. You'll find 1-2 video lectures and 2 guided audio practices so that you can work through the material at your own pace. I'll have recommendations and guidelines for how often to practice and what specific practices to work with each week.

You'll receive 2 additional emails throughout the week with reflection questions, additional resources, and inspirations.

Accountability buddies. You'll be paired with another student so that you can help one another stay on track. What this looks like is up to you. It can range from a daily or weekly text with a thumbs up or thumbs down to a weekly check in call to share more deeply. It's completely up to you and your partner. (This is optional, so if you prefer, you may decline).

Email me! You are always welcome to email me with questions throughout the program. If email doesn't work, we'll set up a phone or video call.

Online does not mean unsupported. Through 5 live classes, personal attention, an accountability partner and optional add-on sessions I'll be here to guide you through the process every step of the way.

Professional Mentorship. If you would like to integrate these teachings into your own professional work with clients, patients and students, you can add a mentorship option to help you integrate what you learned and offer these new skills in your own community.

I am full of gratitude to Rachel for being my mentor, my guide and my brain’s best advocate.

"I have enjoyed the physical and psychological benefits of a yoga practice for over a decade, but it was Rachel Posner’s “Your Brain on Mindfulness” class which brought into sharper focus, the latest neuroscience research available to enhance my practice, calm my mind and enlighten my interactions in the world. Rachel shared the latest scientific evidence showing how one can actually create new “grooves in the brain” to interact in this increasingly chaotic world in a more complete, calm and healthy manner. Through examination of the research, class interaction and practice, Rachel shared how it is possible to consciously change our brains through meditation and mindfulness in order to create a more open, accepting, positive and joyful frame of mind. I am full of gratitude to Rachel for being my mentor, my guide and my brain’s best advocate."

Sally / Retired Librarian

FAQs

I want to join but I'm not sure how to keep myself accountable online. Any guidance?

I know more than anyone that when we don't have to show up for a class, it can be hard to stay with the coursework. That's why I've designed Your Brain on Mindfulness to be very clear in its directions (you'll know exactly what to do and when) while embedding it with support and community. We'll have 4 live classes so we can connect with each other and build community and you'll have the option to partner with another student to keep yourselves on track and accountable. And of course, I'll be available to check in with as often as you like. There is just enough coursework to keep you engaged without making you feel like you've fallen behind. YOU CAN DO THIS!!!

I'm spending so much time online these days. How much time will I actually be at my computer?

Very little! We'll have 5 one hour zoom calls over our 8 weeks together. During the week, you'll watch a short video lecture and the rest will be guided audio meditations which you can stream or download. This course is much more about the guided experiences than the classroom!

What if I can't attend the live zoom calls?

You’ll receive a recording of the call and if you are unable to attend, you can send questions that you would like me to address on the call in advance.

How much time do I need to set aside each day?

I recommend 15-20 minutes per day for guided meditations and a few 5 minute pauses built into your day to check in. Plus 15 minutes each week to review the video lectures and some reflection time to journal and/or pay attention to the effects of your practices.

I've never practiced meditation before. Can I do this?

Absolutely. This course is for the beginning student as well as the seasoned practitioner.

I'm a wellness professional/caregiver. Will this course give me new skills to support my students and clients?

YES! This is a very different kind of mindfulness course, covering a wide range of practices and information. If you'd like to talk about how this course might fit with your professional development needs, send me an email. I am offering an add-on "professional mentoring" component to this course that may be appropriate for you.

Is there a payment plan and or scholarships?

Yes and yes. You can pay 1/2 now and 1/2 in a month. And I do have a few scholarships available so please reach out if the cost is what's holding you back from signing up.

Rachel is clearly passionate about this material about which she is an expert; she is a warm instructor who made me feel comfortable and inspired.

Rachel Posner's "Your Brain on Mindfulness Class" was just what the doctor ordered! She offered evidence-based practices to calm my nerves and feel more present, which I continue to use well after the course. The structure worked for me, since I work full time and therefore could access the materials at my own pace. I also really appreciated how available she was for personal conversations throughout the 8 week course, and the live sessions that she offered which helped me feel part of a community (even if I did have to watch them later due to scheduling issues). Rachel is clearly passionate about this material about which she is an expert; she is a warm instructor who made me feel comfortable and inspired. I highly recommend you take this course!

Kelly / Life Coach

Is this course really for you?

Changing your relationship to stress takes commitment. If you don’t think you are ready to carve out time each day this is not the course for you. I recommend you:

Take 10-20 minutes a day to explore mindfulness meditation practices.
Turn practice into action by consistently implementing what you are learning throughout your day with 3-5 minutes "practice pauses".

I want to be clear that without actually practicing these techniques, you won’t likely see results. Please make sure that you are at a time in your life that you want and are ready to commit to a regular mindfulness practice, so that you can create the changes you desire.

You are officially invited!

If you are ready to focus on your well-being I would love for you to join me. I am 100% dedicated to helping you dissolve stress, build resilience and thrive!

REFUND POLICY

I believe this course is highly effective and am committed to offering you a valuable and positive experience. That said, I know that it may not be for everyone. Therefore a full refund is available if you notify me via email at, rachel@rachelposner.com by the end of week two. After that deadline no refunds will be permitted. No exceptions. Before requesting a refund, please go through the module 1 & 2 lessons and practices to ensure that this course is not the right fit for you.