#AIN17 - SoCal

Like many wisdom traditions, mindfulness and improvisation can help us slow down, get present, and connect authentically.

When woven together, mindfulness gains a playful, interactive expression and improv develops a well-grounded depth. Together, they cultivate the kind of courageous, creative, charismatic presence that helps us savor life's blessings and respond artfully to life's challenges.

This workshop will offer a glimpse into the power that comes from combining these traditions. Together, we'll create a safe learning lab that uses experiential exercises to sharpen self-awareness and revitalize relationship with the outside world. Well train the muscles of playful attention, dig into the power of “Yes, and,” retrain our reactions to so-called failure, and learn to connect with ourselves and others more resourcefully through acting coach Patsy Rodenburg’s “Second Circle” of awareness. And we'll do all that while laughing a lot.

Prerequisites
Please note: All levels of improvisation and mindfulness experience are welcome.