Building Community in a Mindful Village
/As seen in Media News, Fall 2017
Media, Pennsylvania has declared itself a Mindful Village. This article exams what mindfulness is and how we can build a mindful community.
What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness refers to a variety of techniques and practices that help us to pay attention to the present moment. As we integrate mindful practices into our lives, we benefit from increased awareness. The research-based benefits are considerable, including:
reduced stress.
improved mood and energy.
increased focus and mental clarity.
improved communication in relationships.
increased ability to manage difficult situations and emotions.
increased enjoyment and appreciation of life.
What is a mindful community?
Creating and living in a mindful community is an opportunity for personal and communal transformation. The benefits of increased community awareness are considerable for our neighbors and our planet.
As a Mindful Village, core values will unite the Media community. Here are some values to consider:
Simplicity - bringing balance to our busy and complicated lives.
Community - living in harmony with others.
Awareness - using mindful skills to cultivate continuously increasing awareness.
Ecological - striving to live more sustainably.
Educational - developing mindful skills and applying them to personal, professional, and community living.
Inclusivity - embracing diversity though increased mindful awareness.
Mindfulness Fridays in Media
Enjoy guided mindfulness practices with a supportive mindful community. Help shape the core values of our Mindful Village. Mindfulness Fridays is a monthly guided meditation practice and discussion from 6:00 - 7:30 at Enso Yoga, 319B W. State Street. For schedule and information, see www.experienceenso.com.