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The MBSR training I received at Yoga Hillsboro has actually transformed my life. I experience pain from a joint and tissue autoimmune disease, but somehow, I’m not always sure how exactly, but the pain does not bother or frighten me any longer and only very rarely does it interfere with activities I want to enjoy.
Whenever I encounter a situation that begins to create feelings of anger, or sadness, or anxiety, I know I have the tools to quickly calm the feelings and allow me to think reflectively about how to deal productively with the situation.
One of the surprising benefits has been the ability to become more of a practical support to friends experiencing difficult life changes. One of my friends has been overcome in the last few years with several medical issues that now keep her bedridden and in almost constant pain. By passing on some of the calming and hopeful viewpoints and practices of MBSR, I believe I have helped her cope with her circumstances.
I struggled for 50 years to find sustainable peace in a life filled with clinical depression, social and floating anxiety, and emotional suffering. After learning the practice and philosophical ideas of MBSR, I now rarely have an experience that I cannot turn into peace or even joy using the tools I was given.
I’ve taken yoga classes at several different studios with numerous teachers. At Yoga Hillsboro, I found what I most needed — the relaxation, peace and internal joy of moving my body in a way that felt most right for me. After class at Yoga Hillsboro, I can count on feeling happy and ready to face my “regular” life again.
Brant, thank you for impacting my life in such a wonderful way. I wish joy and success for you.”
Pat Hartman