Role
Principal Investigator
Description
The Mindful Warriors Full-Day Retreat at the Central Plaza, James Cook University, Townsville, is an initiative during the Queensland Mental Health Week, offering veterans and their family members a day to connect with nature, reduce stress, and cultivate inner peace. Guided by a qualified mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) teacher, participants will practice mindfulness meditation away from daily distractions. This practice encourages being fully present and observing thoughts and feelings without judgment. It is a powerful tool for emotional regulation and overall well-being for veterans and community members. The retreat includes various meditation techniques (body scan, attention-focus meditation, lying down yoga meditation, standing yoga, meditation, sit meditation, walking meditation), and a mindful BBQ and eating session.
Date
12 Oct 2024 - 12 Oct 2024
Project Type
N/A
Keywords
Veteran;mindfulness-based tress reduction;mental health;mindfulness retreat
Funding Body
Townsville City Council
Amount
500
Project Team
Marc Chao;Jennifer Gaskin;Carolyn Heward