Workshops by Ana Johnson, Ph.D.

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I have expertise in public health sciences by training and have been involved in mindfulness for 24 years when I first encountered the book by Dalai Lama, "The Art of Happiness". Since then I have embarked on many trainings (see below).

 

​Coping with the stresses of daily life can feel overwhelming at times. I invite you to discover the transformative power of mindfulness and meditation in my workshops. Immerse yourself in a supportive group setting where mindfulness activities, insightful discussions, and Qigong movements come together to foster inner peace and well-being. Whether you're a beginner or have experience, the workshops provide a nurturing space to explore mindfulness techniques that promote relaxation, clarity, positive well-being, and resilience. Join us in embracing mindfulness as a path to navigating life's challenges with greater ease and presence.

 

The workshops offered touch on stories and mythology, while bringing in scientific evidence from the literature, addressing various human emotions in search for happiness. I address the fundamental likeness of being human, drawing from Western writers, such as Carl Jung, Tara Brach, Jack Kornfield, Jeff Foster, Kristin Neff, Eckhart Tolle and poets, including Aleghieri, Shakespeare, Rilke, Yates, among others.

 

​​Certifications: Ana Johnson’s (Ph.D.) - Professor, Public Health Sciences

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Completed - Tai Chi Course: Tai Chi Chuan Center of Milwaukee: https://www.taichicenter.org/

 

Completed - 6 week Mindfulness Course: http://saigonom.com/6-week-mindfulness-course

 

Completed - 7 day Retreat - The Original Body Scan: 32 Parts of the Body Meditation - Discovering Freedom within the Body: https://insightla.org/event/32-parts-retreat/

 

Completed - 7 week Mindfulness Training Program - The Power of Awareness: https://www.tarabrach.com/calendar/power-of-awareness-online-course/

 

Completed - 40 day - Mindfulness Daily Training: https://courses.tarabrach.com/courses/mindfulness-daily

 

Completed - 40 day - Mindfulness Daily at Work: https://courses.tarabrach.com/courses/mindfulness-daily-at-work

 

Completed - QiGong Immersion Teacher Training (4000 year old Chinese wellness practice that has roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine) – Modules 1 - 4: http://saigonom.com/qi-gong-immersions

 

Completed - Feng Shui Training - Modules 1-4 and Advanced Module 5: https://malcanarrol.com/courses/the-professional-training-program-2/

 

Completed - Various Astrology Training Workshops: https://www.juliesimmons.ca/workshops-events

 

Completed - Inner MBA Program: How to Integrate Spirituality and Business: https://innermba.soundstrue.com/

 

Enrolled into two-year Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (certificate from the University of California, Berkeley; starting Feb 2023 until Feb 2025): https://mmtcp.soundstrue.com/

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In addition, I have been immersed in mindfulness and meditation, receiving teachings from different lineages, such as Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche's (Kuluta Buddhist Centre (https://www.meditateinkingston.org/) and Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's (https://secondheartsangha.org/; http://www.kingstonsangha.ca/).

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