Stress Reduction Meditation Class April 1, 2008

"If only I were a lump of coal, I'd be a diamond by now."-Carol Lay

Can we all relate to this quote about feeling under pressure? It stands to reason that a healthy amount of stress is beneficial-without it, we wouldn't create rich, meaningful lives. However, when our stress levels rise our health and sense of well-being-both mental and physical-suffer.

Stress reduction meditation is a widely-accepted, non-invasive technique for relieving stress that is being practiced in hospitals and community health centers around the country. This 8 week series covers a wide range of meditation subjects and styles, focusing on:
* stress reduction techniques that help mitigate stress as it comes up;
* nourishing ourselves in order to change our relationship to stress before it occurs;
* grounding ourselves by connecting with the body;
* freeing ourselves by learning to living in the present moment;
* relieving our minds by relinquishing the trance of thought.

You will also receive written handouts, resource book lists and techniques to practice at home.

"Patty McLucas introduced me to meditation. She has guided me in such a way that I can achieve tranquility (quite a feat for me). I have no doubt that she can bring about this change with any student; she has the ability to alter how we handle stress."-Mare Preger, Burlingame

Patty McLucas' career as a Wellness Coach began with personal training in the home in 1992. She received her personal training certification through the American Council on Exercise and earned a Sports Nutrition Consultant Certification at College of San Mateo Community Ed. She is the co-owner of Breathing Room wellness center in San Mateo and Bayfront Fitness in Menlo Park. She brings clients a lifetime of interest in fitness and nutrition, and 6 years of meditation/mindfulness experience in the vipassana and advaita traditions. She teaches meditation at Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City and other Bay Area locations.

The first class on April 1 is free. The 8 week series starting April 8 is only $287 but the maximum class size is 10, so pick up the phone now and call 650.299.9047 to reserve your space.

Official Website: http://alivefitnessstudio.com