Practices
Here are some resources to help you tap into your own natural capacity for presence.
Mindful Mondays
Grounded & Growing
Cultivate the Art of Presence by tending to, nurturing, and nourishing yourself.
Start off your week with an invitation to pause in order to be intentional about how you want to be as you go about your to-dos.
Logistics:
12:00 - 12:15 PM: Grounding
Brief welcome followed by a 10-minute mindfulness practice with soft ambient music.12:15 - 12:30 PM: Growing
Reflective question with time for journaling or self-care.
Invitations, not obligations:
Grounding may include live or recorded meditation, breathwork option, body scan awareness, and light stretches—take what serves you and leave the rest.
For the Growing portion, intention setting or reflective questions will be provided each week. Reflect in a way that supports your wellbeing (journaling, walking, etc.).
Short on time? Join at the start and leave when needed.
No need to join each session. Come when you can.
Video on/off: You choose.
There is no fee as it is important that mindfulness practices are accessible. A Venmo for freewill offerings will be shared in the Zoom chat at each session with no expectations, no obligations, and no judgement.
Facilitator:
Rachel Gilbertson is a wellbeing coach, author, & artist. She has a Masters Degree in Education with emphasis on Integrative Therapies & Healing Practices, over 18 years of professional experience as a wellbeing coach, and certifications in mindfulness facilitation. Rachel works with individuals, groups, and organizations to enhance wellbeing, align authenticity, cultivate creativity, and empower growth through intuitive, whole-person practices. She aims to co-create spaces of belonging and attunement through inclusive and trauma-conscious approaches.
Welcome to all!
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Dates: Mondays, April 7th - May 19th (may extend based on interest)
Time: 12:00 - 12:30 PM*
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Cost: Free (Venmo for voluntary offerings shared, no obligation)
What to Expect:
Gratitude Infused Body Scan
This meditation invites you to bring appreciation to your body. It creates space for gratitude for the wisdom that is within your body and for all it does for you. Settle in, soften, and enjoy!
Meditation by Rachel Gilbertson, Art of Presence Instrumental
Music: "Deep Relaxation" Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
New Year Reflection Guide
Wellbeing Coaching creates space for you to access your own wisdom and take inspired steps by aligning Intention, Attention, Attitude, Action & Impact.
Use this guide to look back on the wisdom gained this past year and look ahead to set intentions for the year to come.
"I just listened to your meditation, so lovely my friend! The start with ‘the mind is rarely present but the body always is…’
My take aways - “appreciate the miles the legs have taken us and see the possibilities in front of you."
— KKF