Stress Management and Resiliency Training
Whether you have recently been diagnosed with a medical condition, are suffering from a chronic condition, or would simply like to reduce stress and enhance your quality of life, you can benefit from the SMART program.
The SMART Program
This evidenced based program has evolved from the clinical practice of the Mind, Body, Medicine pioneer, Dr. Herbert Benson. This program combines his landmark work on the relaxation response with the growing scientific research of meditative practices, studies of the influence of thought on behavior, and studies of positive emotions.
This program offers a uniquely effective model to help participants regain control and build resiliency through a variety of mind body principles and self-care interventions, leading to reduced medical symptoms and enhanced quality of life.
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The SMART program includes 8 consecutive weeks of 90 minute group sessions. Each participant will receive a copy of the Benson-Henry Institute SMART program manual and other necessary program materials.
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Examples of common interest groups that have taken the SMART program are individuals with a focus on healthy aging, cancer patients currently going through treatment or post treatment, menopausal/perimenopausal women, individuals focusing on health and fertility and any other group with a common interest of improving their overall health and well-being.
This training is beneficial in any type of group setting where the goals are:
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Develop skills in a variety of techniques that elicit the relaxation response
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Reduce your medical symptoms
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Understand the link between stress and physical/emotional problems
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Learn to turn off your own stress through new behaviors and attitudes
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Appreciate the role of positive thoughts and beliefs in support of mind/body healing
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Successfully incorporate mind/body principles and practices, including socialization, into personal health
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Learn the importance of healthy eating and physical activity to your overall health and well-being
I'm Ready!
The next offering of the SMART program will begin Sunday, January 5th, 6:00 PM in Westborough, MA.
Secure your spot by signing up for the next offering of the SMART program below. Limited availability. This cost of the course is $700 which includes the SMART manual and other course materials. Payments can be made by check or Venmo.
I attended Michelle’s 8-week class, a course that encompasses a plethora of tools for living a resilient life. Since it’s finale, I’ve continued to practice the following: various styles of meditation, rest and relaxation exercises, mindful awareness for eating, emotions, and the physical body, plus coping strategies for stress. Compassion, humor, and the science behind this mind body stress management and resiliency training are paramount within classes and weekly readings. Michelle’s expertise, gentle soul, and kindness guided me to life changing practices for healing and resiliency. I am filled with gratitude for Michelle Friedberg and the SMART class!