In recent decades, stress has become one of the most frequent problems among the population. And it is not surprising considering that we live in a society in which many times demands too much of us and gives us very little back. Furthermore, with the frenetic pace in which we find ourselves involved, we often have little time to relax, connect with ourselves and, ultimately, treat ourselves with compassion and enjoy our own essence.
Perhaps for this reason, in recent times, meditation has become a very popular practice. If you want to know which are the best courses to learn to meditate or dedicate yourself to it professionally, pay attention to the following lines.
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Currently, it is possible to find meditation centers in any town or city in Spain, and there are many individuals who, thanks to meditation, have improved their health and well-being.
And although there are some skeptics who do not believe that this practice has positive effects on the body and our mind, according to scientific studies, some of the benefits of this practice are:
Spiritual retreats and meditation
Meditation is usually associated with Buddhist philosophy, peace and tranquility, and choosing places in contact with nature is perfect to carry it out. It is common for meditators to go to different spiritual retreats to perfect your practice, disconnect from the daily routine, have access to spiritual guides or socialize with people with common interests.
In Spain, it is possible to enjoy one of the best retreats, which has the presence of Jon Kabat-Zinn for the first time in our country and numerous prestigious speakers, such as Javier García Campayo, author of numerous books related to this topic. Kabat-Zinn, one of the most important figures in the practice of Mindfulness, is the creator of the MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) program. The retreat takes place on June 19, 2018.
To enjoy it, registration is necessary for the 5th International Mindfulness Congress (before March 15, 2018), which takes place from June 20 to 23, 2108 at the World Trade Center in Zaragoza. If you are interested in knowing more, you can contact Dr. Javier García Campayo through his website. You will find the contact information by clicking on this link.
Although its practice seems simple, it is necessary to learn to meditate in the correct way, because many times, especially in the beginning, it becomes strange to connect with our own body, our emotions and our thoughts.
One of the best meditation and Mindfulness courses is the “Mindfulness Training Program: M-PBI” from the Mensalus Institute, which is taught in Barcelona. Thanks to this course, participants have the opportunity to improve their quality of life and Integrate this practice into your personal life The workshop starts on April 19, 2018.
This training is ideal for entering Mindfulness in a practical and experiential way, and for learning to manage emotions effectively. It lasts 9 weeks, 8 sessions of 2.5 hours plus a 4-hour retreat day. Throughout the different sessions, different exercises and techniques are worked on to know oneself, reduce anxiety, control stress, improve attention and, of course, achieve emotional balance
If you want more information, you can find the contact details of the Mensalus Institute at this link.
Other meditation training
In addition to the aforementioned training, other institutions teach courses with different objectives. In Madrid, it is possible to take the “Meditation and Introduction to Buddhism Course” at the Rigpa Center. This center is one of the most popular in the capital, and this training is key to learn to improve attention in the present moment, with compassion, as well as to develop self-knowledge and improve the quality of life and find inner peace. Every month, this center helps many people improve their quality of life with its training offering.
Also in Madrid it is possible to receive training in Mindfulness, thanks to the Elea Psychoeducational Institute of Madrid. In this way, it is possible to understand this philosophy in depth and thus carry out a process of personal transformation that helps to better adapt to the environment and enjoy a higher level of happiness.
I’m Emily Williams Jones, a psychologist specializing in mental health with a focus on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness. With a Ph.D. in Psychology, my career has spanned research, clinical practice and private counseling. I’m dedicated to helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression and trauma by offering a personalized, evidence-based approach that combines the latest research with compassionate care.
