Saturday, April 30, 2016

Mindful Parenting Workshop

A family of three walks hand-in-hand down a woodland path.
Felicity Bannister (MSW, RSW) has worked in mindfulness for over 6 years with both adults and youth and has extensive experience running groups. She has completed the Applied Mindfulness Program at the University of Toronto and attended Vipassana silent retreats. Her experience includes running Mindfulness Meditation Programs in Corporate, Community, Social Agency and Volunteer settings. Felicity has experienced the transformative benefits of fostering her own mindfulness practice.

In Felicity’s presentation, she will:
  • Define mindfulness
  • Discuss the benefits and how they apply to parenting
  • Outline the science behind the practice
  • Run two short meditations
  • Offer mindfulness tips in everyday life
  • Provide a list of resources
This free workshop, happening at Brown Public School 454 Avenue Road, Tuesday, May 3rd, 2016 7:00-8:30 p.m., is presented by the Brown Public School Speakers Series for Parents.