Mindfulness Foundations | Snow Lotus - Institute for Mindfulness and Meditation in Western Canada

Mindfulness Foundations

A SCIENCE BASED MINDFULNESS TRAINING THAT CHANGES LIVES IN 8 WEEKS

“Mindfulness practice means that we commit fully in each moment to be present; inviting ourselves to interface with this moment in full awareness, with the intention to embody as best we can an orientation of calmness, mindfulness, and equanimity right here and right now.”

John Kabat - Zinn

Research has shown that people who are more mindful are generally happier and report less anxiety, symptoms of depression, anger, and worries. A higher degree of mindfulness is also associated with reduced stress and increased gratitude, hope, and vitality.

So if practicing mindfulness holds such powerful potential for our wellbeing, why aren’t we all doing it every day? The reason is often that we need more guidance and support than simply downloading an app. We need to better understand the underlying processes and research behind mindfulness.

Our new program Mindfulness Foundations is designed to walk you through everything you need to fully understand mindfulness and experience the profound effects it can have on your life.

In this training, you will benefit from:

One deep- dive into a specific element of mindfulness per session
Information and practice integrated with research and evidence
Simple and effective, informal practices that help weave mindfulness into your daily routine
An examination of mindfulness in the broader context of life and how we perceive things
Understanding the foundation of psychological processes that mindfulness rests upon
A detailed handbook with worksheets and homework
A complimentary 1:1 coaching session and the ability to ask the instructor anything

Who is this training for?

This training is perfect for you if...

You're curious about mindfulness and want to commit to developing a practice
You’ve tried meditation or mindfulness before, and it didn’t work
You want to know the nuts and bolts behind the practice and approach it in a science- based way
You experience anxiety, stress, or trouble sleeping
You want to live more mindfully and feel more alive and present

Short video from our Founder Lina Bil, MBA, CPHR, SHRM-SCP.

What's the schedule like and how to join?

Live group workshops will be held weekly on Mondays at 6:00pm MST to 8:00pm MST, please check out our Bookings page for the next available cohort enrolment dates. Participants can connect online over Zoom.

There will be homework and exercises for you to practice at home, and there is an optional accountability group where additional inspiration will be shared to keep you motivated and supported throughout the program.

Session 1	Introduction to mindfulness and being present in the now
Session 2	Shifting automatic reactions and routine patterns
Session 3	Establishing open awareness and practicing non-judgment
Session 4	The power of finding acceptance and utilizing it as a coping mechanism
Session 5	Finding balance between being grateful for the present and planning for the future
Session 6	Establishing compassion for ourselves and others
Session 7	Cultivating a constructive relationship with ourselves and shifting definitions of identity
Session 8	Full integration of mindfulness into daily life to improve wellbeing

The entire course is currently on sale for $399 CAD for early bird pricing!

Please click on the link below to guarantee your spot as we want to keep the group size small and space is limited.

THANKS AND SEE YOU SOON!

ARE YOU READY TO BEGIN YOUR MINDFULNESS JOURNEY?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does this program take to complete?

This is an 8 week program, please check out our Bookings page for the next available cohort enrolment dates.

What is the format of the Mindfulness Foundations?

Live group workshops will be held weekly on Mondays at 6:00pm MST to 8:00pm MST, please check out our Bookings page the next available cohort enrolment dates. Participants can connect online over Zoom.

How much time do I need to complete the homework exercises? What will that look like?

This training requires about 15 to 30 minutes a day and is most effective when done at home. Different types of exercises include formal meditation and more informal daily practices.

I’ve tried Mindfulness before and I’m not very good at it. How do I know that this program will be different?

At its core, Mindfulness is about starting over again and again. Even if you feel like you’re not making ‘progress’, if you have patience and try to practice regularly to the best of your ability, your efforts will pay off. In this program, we’ll approach mindfulness in a way that addresses all of the common stumbling blocks, and you’ll be free to share your specific concerns so we can troubleshoot them together.

Are the resources in the Mindfulness Foundations based on scientific evidence?

Yes. Over 3,000 peer- reviewed research studies have validated the benefits of mindfulness, and we have made sure that everything in this program is underpinned by rigorous science and references.

Who will be teaching the course?

The curse is taught by our Founder - Lina Bil, to connect via LinkedIn please follow the link.

Lina Bil is a Strategic People and Culture Executive, Mindfulness Leader, and Organizational Development Coach. Lina graduated with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Athabasca University - class of spring 2021. She took an interdisciplinary approach in the MBA Applied Project on Mindful Leadership integrating the findings of neuroscience and neuroleadership, human capital movement, leadership coaching theory, social and industrial psychology, and ancient wisdom traditions; in order to expand our understanding of the potential benefits of mindfulness training on work performance. This research has now evolved into science based training programs offered to individuals and organizations through the Snow Lotus - Institute for Mindfulness and Meditation in Western Canada.

What is the cost?

The entire course is currently on sale for $399 CAD for early bird pricing!

I don’t have the payment method listed on your website, are there alternatives?

Please contact us here and we can discuss the options.

I have another question! Can I reach out?

Of course! Please feel free to contact us and we can chat.