Increasing Mindfulness Reducing Stress

According to an annual Gallup poll, Americans are among the most stressed people in the world, and stress levels at work and in our personal lives have been the highest in decades. In our seminar, we will explore and practice mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques and exercises that can get us and our students -and even families- started on a journey towards greater flourishing in the midst of pressures.

PRESENTER: Heidi Kempt Chew has been an English as a Second Language (ESL) professional for two decades, teaching academic courses as well as community/refugee classes. In addition, she has been as cross-cultural trainer conducting workshops for the International Student Services at the Case Western Reserve University and training volunteers working with international student groups at Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland State University. Heidi holds Masters Degrees in Theology, Journalism, and in Curriculum and Instruction-ESL. Her Ph.D. is in Secondary Education-ESL and Cross-Cultural Training.

Tea and Coffee Provided. Vending Machines Available.