Wellness Walk at Villa Montalvo August 2

Prevent the daily build-up of toxic stress and foster meaningful and soul-filling connections with your community and Mother Earth.

Join us for GUIDED WELLNESS WALKS - a series of eight  MBSR-inspired hikes through the breathtaking Open Space Preserves of Silicon Valley. These walks blend the proven techniques of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) with the natural beauty of the region to promote mental clarity, emotional balance, and physical relaxation. As you traverse gentle trails and serene landscapes, you'll learn to cultivate mindfulness in motion, deepening your connection with the environment and yourself. ADULTS ONLY.

Details:

Friday, August 2 - 10:30 - 12 PM at Villa Montalvo 15400 Montalvo Rd Saratoga, CA 95070 (Meet at Lot 4)

What you need to know:

• We will gather in a grassy picnic area and begin with an arrival and grounding meditation
• We are hiking the Lookout Point, South Orchard, Creek Trail Loop (2.1 miles)
• This trail is generally considered a moderately challenging route
• Bring water and sun protection
• Wear clothing that will cover your legs
• Potluck lunch @ 12 pm for those who want to socialize and nourish
  • bring your favorite snack to share
  • bring a picnic blanket

What participants will experience:

Enhanced Mental Clarity and Focus:

•  Mindfulness meditation helps to observe the mind, connect with the body and heart, cultivate (self) compassion, and improve focus

Connection with Nature:

• Boost your mood, reduce anxiety, and enhance your connection to your natural intelligence and higher power

Social Interaction and Community Building:

•  Foster social connections and build a community of support

GUIDED WELLNESS WALKS are part of the Wellness in the WILD 2024 Summer Series

Interested in more events from the WELLNESS in the WILD 2024 Summer Series? Check out A BEGINNER's GUIDE TO MINDFULNESS, offering resources, techniques, and insights that enrich your WELLNESS WALK and foster a deeper connection with your surroundings.

Pachamama Micro Retreats, powered by Meta Business Strategies, designs bespoke mindfulness-based micro retreats for individuals and organizations throughout the Bay Area of San Francisco. Founder, Keri Mechling, is a stress-reduction educator, a licensed risk manager, and a certified Workplace Mindfulness Facilitator through Mindful Leader.