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Mindfulness and Meditation

Sunshine Coast

Welcome to Meditation Sunshine Coast where Michelle Eckles, founder, owner and teacher, shares the benefits and techniques of Mindfulness Meditation. This style of meditation is practical, secular and easy to learn and uses attention regulation techniques such as focussing on our breathing, senses and body sensations, to train our minds to be present. This helps prevent overthinking about the past and worrying about the future; can reduce feelings of stress, overwhelm and anxiety; and increase feelings of calm, clarity and connection.

 

Mindfulness and Meditation

Sunshine Coast

At Meditation Sunshine Coast we teach Mindfulness Meditation which uses attention regulation techniques such as focussing on our breathing, senses and body sensations to train our minds to be present. This helps prevent overthinking about the past and the future; can reduce feelings of stress, overwhelm and anxiety; and increase feelings of calm, clarity and connection.  

 

Mindfulness Vs Meditation

Mindfulness is about

  • Being present in the moment and paying attention to our day to day experiences (rather than focusing on the past or the future).
  • Observing our senses, thoughts and emotions without judgement (helps cultivate stillness, peace, acceptance, clarity and focus).
  • Becoming more self-aware by noticing our internal thoughts, feelings, emotions and responses to them (enabling more thoughtful choices, decisions & actions).

Meditation

  • Was traditionally used to reach a state of higher consciousness with good health just being a side effect.
  • Has become an effective technique in treating a wide range of physical, mental and emotional stressors.
  • Has many methods, techniques and styles – some specific to a spiritual or cultural tradition, time period, text, teacher or individual philosophy.
  • Is a mental discipline.
  • Is just one way to practice mindfulness – you don’t have to meditate to be mindful, but you do need to be mindful to meditate.
What we do

Our Services

Mindfulness & Meditation in the Workplace

90 minute or 3 hour Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation workshops provide the basics of mindfulness meditation from the benefits and science behind it to posture, positioning, breathing techniques and body relaxation.

Michelle can also run a 4, 6, or 8 week Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners Program for more indepth training on using mindfulness and meditation to reduce stress, anxiety and overwhelm and increase clarity, focus and productivity.

These workshops and programs can be held in your workplace or a venue off site, as well as virtual options. They can be tailored to various demographics and industries.

View the Meditation Workshops page or Online Courses page (live and DIY options) or email Michelle for more information.

Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners Program

This Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners Program is for beginners or those wanting a more in depth guidance and knowledge of mindfulness meditation and support to establish a practice. Participants will experience a variety of techniques including breathing exercises, body relaxation, pain management, sensory awareness, managing thoughts and emotions and how to incorporate these practices into their daily lives to develop physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. This program is available in a variety of options:

View the Meditation Workshops page, Online Courses page and the Events section of my facebook page for more information and upcoming dates or or email Michelle to make an enquiry or book.

Mindfulness & Meditation for Kids & Teens

Mindfulness and Meditation Workshops and Programs can be tailored for kids and teens from 11yo (e.g. grade 6) and upwards.

They can incorporate mindfulness, meditation and yoga techniques. These all assist with managing stress and emotions, promoting relaxation and restful sleep, as well as increase self esteem, focus and concentration.

Options available:

  • Sunshine Coast schools (e.g. as part of a My Journey or Health and Wellbeing subject)
  • School camps such as Camp Alex (just request one of my mindfulness sessions on your camp program)
  • 1:1 calm tools coaching
  • Meditations for kids on my Teachable page (recommended for kids age 8-14)
  • DIY Meditation for Kids Kit from the online shop

View the Meditation for Kids and Teens page for more information or email Michelle to make an enquiry.

Walking the Labyrinth

The labyrinth is an archetype, a divine imprint, found in many religious traditions in various forms around the world. They are a circuitous pathway with usually the same entrance and exit, and circles signify elements such as unity, harmony, symmetry, connection and wholeness. Labyrinths differ from a maze in that they have one way into the centre and one way out, with no tricks or traps, just twists and turns. Walking a labyrinth is about finding your way, whereas walking a maze is about losing your way. They can be used for various purposes such as:

  • A mindfulness/meditation tool, e.g. walking meditation
  • Seeking an answer to a question or solution to a problem
  • Reciting a mantra or prayer
  • Letting go of a negative emotion or practising forgiveness

Read my blog post on Labyrinths for more information on their history, uses and tips for using.

Experience walking a labyrinth with a trained and certified labyrinth facilitator. Mindfulness for Calm, Clarity and Connection workshops incorporate mindful breathing, single pointed focus and a walking meditation. These workshops are offered once a month at the Maroochy Botanic Gardens. Check the Events section of my Facebook page for upcoming dates.

 Mindfulness meditation is about being aware of the present moment. By focusing on the here and now, we are able to suspend our thoughts, feelings, experiences and judgement, to bring about a sense of peace, clarity and self-awareness.” (Michelle Eckles)

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