Directed by Mark Dannenfelser, MA, LPC

The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) retreat teaches the practice of mindfulness meditation and how to apply it to stress reduction and self-reflection. You’ll also learn how to use your inner resources to support health, healing, spiritual enrichment and personal growth. Retreat director Mark Dannenfelser, MA, LPC, incorporates mindfulness meditation skills, mindful yoga practice, group dialogue, periods of extended silence and rest and relaxation into this powerful retreat. This weekend will also provide opportunities for individual meetings with Mark for additional instruction, guidance and/or support. Beginners and experienced participants are welcome!

Note: All participants will have the option to participate or to refrain from certain exercises according to their own comfort and safety practices.

This is a silent retreat.  Guests are expected to maintain silence throughout the retreat, including at meals, unless otherwise noted*

Mark Dannenfelser is the founding director of the Mindfulness Center of Atlanta (2009). He is the Contemplative Outreach Commissioned Presenter of the Centering Prayer Method for the Aquinas Center of Theology at Emory University, and is also the Director of Faith Formation for Adults at Our Lady of the Assumption RC Church. He is the adjunct lecturer in the School of Theology and Ministry at Spring Hill College. Mark is a Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Contemplative Outreach Commissioned Presenter of the Centering Prayer Method, a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200), and a Certified Spiritual Director.

*Medical Disclaimer: The Mindfulness programs are for educational purposes only and are not intended as, nor should they be considered a substitute for, professional medical advice and/or treatment.

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