*Note change of time from last semester*

Learn about and practice mindfulness and meditation in these free, drop-in sessions for all of the UVA and Charlottesville community. Open and accessible to beginners and advanced practitioners alike, these sessions are short and guided and have time for questions and reflection. Led by the Contemplative Sciences Center and guest instructors from 11:30-11:50am Monday-Fridays. Instructors are available until 12PM for questions and reflections.

Join us for this brief mid-day pause in the peaceful environment of the Contemplative Commons (3rd floor, Studio 3C) 

Instructors:

Monday: Sam Cole

Tuesday: Polina Mischenko

Wednesday: CSC Staff

Thursday: Than Grove

Friday: Connie Kresge

Mid Day Mindfulness has truly been a gift for me. As an international student, I arrived not knowing anyone, and every face was new. I felt overwhelmed not just with studies but also with navigating a whole new culture and environment. I discussed this with Tish, who directed me to these sessions, and they’ve become my best space on campus. Unless I’m engaged officially, I always like to attend.

The Mid Day Mindfulness sessions have been so welcoming and gave me permission to pause amid the day’s chaos and slow down. They’ve helped me feel calmer, steadier, and even notice my breathing and blood flow becoming more regular. After the first few weeks of classes, I often felt overwhelmed, but the regular in-person practice guided by your team has helped quiet my mind and reminded me that everything can wait for a few mindful moments.

— Ugyen, Doctoral Student, School of Education & Human Development