Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction This class is held eight Mondays in a row beginning on the listed start date. Class includes a full day mindfulness retreat. The class is designed to help you develop your inner resources to cope with chronic pain, illness and mental stress more effectively, enhancing the quality of your life. Participants learn and engage in awareness practices including breathing, body scanning, gentle yoga, mindful meditation, new ways of thinking and responding to difficult situations, relationships and emotions. This course is based on the methods of Jon Kabat-Zinn's Stress Reduction programs at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Class fee includes weekly sessions, a Saturday or Sunday retreat from 9:00-3:30pm, 2 guided CDs and a workbook. Attendance in a FREE orientation is recommended before committing to the full program. Cost: $325.00