Mindfulness-Based Strategies for Reducing Stress and Enhancing Wellbeing

In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety can profoundly impact both mind and body. This experiential workshop offers practical, evidence-based mindfulness techniques to help participants reduce stress, regulate emotions, and cultivate a greater sense of inner balance.

Through guided meditations, gentle movement, and mindful reflection, you’ll learn how to anchor yourself in the present moment and build habits that support long-term wellbeing. Whether you’re new to mindfulness or looking to deepen your existing practice, this workshop provides a supportive space for growth, self-care, and resilience.

Join us to discover effective tools for navigating life’s challenges with greater ease and confidence.



Testimonials:
Michael brought fresh perspectives, ideas, and great tools to use in taking better care of myself.
Michael is at the cutting edge of yoga in America. His approach will hopefully become mainstream in about 5 years." - Swami Asokananda, President Integral Yoga Institute – NYC
Michael Plasha is the most thoughtful, attentive teacher I have had the pleasure of learning from. His approach to teaching yoga integrates physical postures, meditation, concentration, breath-work, history & philosophy in a way that is equally wonderful for beginners and very experienced yogis." - Halle Sullivan, Student
I have known Michael for twelve years as both a student of his classes and a partner in bringing his work to school staff and students. His dedication to his craft and expertise as a teacher are unmatched, and I believe he would be an asset to your school community." - Dr. Leslee Hutchinson ASEDS Garnet Valley, PA



Schedule





FRIDAY



3–5 pm
Registration


5-6:30
Mixed Level Hatha


5-5:45
Yoga Nidra


6-6:30
Meditation


6:30–7:15
Dinner


7:30–9
Cultivating Mindfulness: Strategic Choices



SATURDAY



6-7 am
Integral Yoga Meditation


7:10-8:40
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2
Joint Freeing Series with Hope Mell


8–9:30
Breakfast


10–11:30
Mindfulness of Bodily Postures


11:45
Van to LOTUS


12–12:30 pm
Meditation at LOTUS


12:45–1:30
Lunch


3–5
Strategies for Reducing Stress and Enhancing Wellness


5:30–6:15
Dinner


7:30-9
Satsang (gathering of the seekers of Truth)
Kirtan (Music & Chanting), Video of Swami Satchidananda
Speaker



SUNDAY



6-7 am
Integral Yoga Meditation


7:10–8:40
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 1
Integral Yoga Hatha – Level 2


8–9:30
Breakfast


10–11:30
A Mindful Lifestyle


12-12:30 pm
Meditation


12:45–1:30
Lunch