Mindfulness Foundation Course by May Chng - TP20240603MFC

“Mindfulness is a conscious effort to be completely present – to set aside worry, expectations and other thoughts and emotions to be fully aware of the current moment. Mindfulness can be used to enrich your life, calm your mind and even improve your health.” Source: Special Report Oct 2013, Mayo Clinic

Participants will learn how to train the mind to purposefully pay attention to the present moment, without judging the experience. You will be introduced to the connection between the mind and the body, explore the habits of the mind, investigate stress triggers and one’s reactivity, understand anxiety and its impact. You will also learn how to cultivate kindness towards yourself and others.

What are some expected outcomes of the course?

· Reduced stress level

· Better self-care

· Improved sleep quality

· Happier interpersonal relationships

· More positive outlook on life

Course Outline:

Session 1: Introduction to Mindfulness

Session 2: Be Right Where You Are

Session 3: Our Storytelling Mind

Session 4: Cultivating Kindness

SUITABLE FOR

People who have little or no knowledge of mindfulness and wish to learn how to apply it in their daily lives. Suitable for adults and teenagers aged 16 and above.

SCHEDULE

Monday, 3 June - 3pm - 5pm

Monday, 10 June - 3pm - 5pm

Monday, 24 June - 3pm - 5pm

Monday, 1 July - 3pm - 5pm

*No Class on 17 June

No of Sessions: 4

VENUE

Brahm Centre @ Tampines

Course fee:

Normal: $160.

$32 for seniors eligible for National Silver Academy (NSA) subsidy*.

*NSA subsidy is for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents aged 50 and above.

Course fee may be offset by SkillsFuture Credit (SFC).

If Skillsfuture credits are to be applied for, the amount paid is a deposit to guarantee your seat and will be refunded when skillsfuture credits are confirmed and paid to Brahm Centre.

Payment Procedure:

1) Upon registration, course participants are to make payment for the course through Brahm Centre’s Eventbrite page.

2) Participants have to claim with SFC before the course start date through the SkillsFuture portal, https://www.myskillsfuture.gov.sg/content/portal/en/index.html

3) Brahm Centre will reimburse the amount that is successfully claimed upon receipt of the funds from SFC. This procedure can take up to 12 weeks from the course end date.

Notes:

· Please take note that payments for courses are non-refundable.

· Do ensure that you are able to attend the first session of the course before registering for the course as you will not be allowed to continue with the course should you miss the first session.

· Request for transfers or make up-classes for selected mindfulness courses are subjected to availability and fees of $30 for the transfer of the whole course and $10 for every request to make-up classes are applicable.

Trainer Bio:

May Chng was a former school vice-principal and a Ministry of Education educator for more than 20 years.

May is a Dot-b certified teacher from the Mindfulness in Schools Project (UK). She is also Brahm Centre’s certified mindfulness trainer. In addition to education related qualifications, May holds a Diploma in Counselling Psychology. Her interests are in youth mental health and mindfulness for teens.