maintaining conservation passion through mindfulness
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Those of us who dedicate our time to conservation, or any other mission-based field, depend largely on our passion to fuel and motivate our work. Yet as a crisis-driven cause – born out of the loss of biodiversity and a desperate effort to protect our planet’s ecosystems – conservation can drain one’s energy and quickly lead to eco-anxiety, hopelessness and burnout.
Mindfulness is our solution. Through focusing the mind beyond the narrow scope of habitual thinking – which includes judgement and emotional reaction – we awaken to the present moment. Attentiveness to our body and breath's signals enables us to build self-care and resilience. Maintaining mindfulness in as many moments as possible during our daily life rejuvenates our energy and passion, renewing optimism and hope that we can conserve our planet’s biodiversity and ecosystems. We must care for ourselves in order to care for the Earth. Practicing passion with presence
Mindfulness is a muscle; it takes practice to develop. Regularly practicing yoga nidra - the yoga of sleep - helps us initiate mindfulness through meditation. I welcome you to join my classes and workshops as a way to develop practical tools to use in your workplace and home, and to hone your personal meditation practice.
As a Level 2 iRest Yoga Nidra Teacher, I teach classes and workshops for conservation practitioners to help build resilience, nurture our passion and equip us with tools to navigate the challenges of our work. These guided practices are rooted in the principles of yoga nidra meditation taught by my father and guru, Dr. Richard Miller, and the iRest Institute. Please see below or contact me to learn about ongoing classes or to discuss developing a customized workshop for your team or organization. join our community of practice
We're building a community of mindful conservationists full of people like you, who are dedicated to saving the planet while cultivating mindfulness. Our space is still taking form but might include regular virtual meetings to meditate, workshop challenges, share our experiences and meet new friends. If you're interested in joining, contact me to sign up.
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Mindfulness is our solution. 
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2020 offerings
Growing up on iRest: A Dialogue between Richard and Jennie Miller
Thursday, December 3, 2020, 7-9pm ET
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Thursday, December 3, 2020, 7-9pm ET
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