Simple Yet Powerful Techniques to Maintain Your Wellbeing During Times of Intense Stress
Time: 13:45 - 14:20
New scientific developments in the field of cognitive neuroscience and their impact on our understanding of stress and the mechanisms of mindfulness training will be briefly discussed. This will be followed by the introduction of some activities and mindfulness techniques that may help prevent psychological risk in our community .
Dr Toma will look at how we act in stressful situations and what are some ways to cultivate mindful responses rather than automatic reactions. These techniques can be used when you teach, when you have a staff meeting, a difficult conversation, or a fight with your partner or children.
Dr Toma will also look at strategies we can employ with others to ensure communication flows smoothly. She will highlight ways to help our students/staff members/family members navigate difficult emotions and bring clarity to difficult situations as well as ways to cultivate balance and harmony in our daily personal and professional lives.
Sponsored by Heart and Brain Works
