MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction). Much of the research is based on mindful meditation, an "inner technology" that everyone possesses. The premise is that greater attention, awareness, and acceptance can facilitate more flexible, adaptive responses to stress.
The latest scientific research on mindfulness has demonstrated beneficial effects on several aspects of whole-person health, including the mind, the brain, the body, and behavior.Clinical trials and laboratory studies alike suggest that the mechanisms of mindfulness involve not only relaxation, but important shifts in cognition, emotion, biology, and behavior that may work synergistically to improve health. There is also emerging evidence that mindfulness training is associated with greater meaning and peace in one’s life(spirituality) as well as enhanced relationships with others. (Greeson, 2009, p. 17)
University of Massachusetts and UCLA have information on their mindful awareness centers on their websites. There are many formal training programs across the country to lead mindfulness based stress reduction groups. Many of us incorporate a lot of these strategies in our practices. However it was interesting to hear of the formal training and the evidenced - based practices.
Greeson, J. M. (2009). Mindfulness based research update: 2008. Complementary Health Practice Review 14 (1), 10-18.
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