Local events bring esteemed teachers to our area

“In deep self-acceptance grows a compassionate understanding…”
This Saturday, Jack Kornfield will lead a workshop in Washington, DC, and on September 29 Jon Kabat-Zinn and US Congressman Timothy Ryan will be part of a free interdisciplinary symposium in Baltimore. Join us to learn, laugh, practice and be inspired!

Making space for growth…the mindful way

In harmony with the energies of change and growth that Springtime brings, the CMA is currently re-evaluating the CommunitySHINE monthly workshop model. We are stopping to take a metaphorical breath, observe what is happening and open to new possibilities, and then proceed mindfully. Sometimes letting go of a plan creates the space for something even better to grow in its place.

Pausing to Respond to Life’s Challenges

This pause reconnected him with what was really important, and gave him the space to consider what he wanted to do with the strong feelings within.

We each have that capacity. We can learn to STOP, take a breath, open and observe what is happening with our thoughts and feelings, consider the impact of our actions, and then choose how best to respond.