I was dealing with the death of my father and the demands of my workload (I am a healthcare worker) during COVID-19 and felt very detached and out of balance. I needed something/someway to become more centered.

After taking Vivienne’s mindfullness meditation course I am able to be more mindful of my thoughts, feelings and surroundings which allows me to feel more centered and balanced. 

…before the program began my meditation practice was a hit or miss. I did not meditate every day nor did I meditate at any time for more than 10 minutes. So, of course, I was not seeing any benefits in my meditation practice.

During the course of the program, after a guided meditation with Vivinne, I had the realization that through meditation I can access a sanctuary within myself where I am able to experience complete peace of mind and sit in the presence of God .

Now, I meditate at least once a day everyday and for at least 20 minutes each time.

Kala’s approach to meditation instruction is thorough, gentle, and grounded in a deep understanding of simple relaxation techniques.

As someone who had taken mindfulness-based meditation classes before but had not kept up with my practice, I was inspired by Kala’s example and guidance to make a commitment to daily meditation.

He instruction has transformed the way I react in the moment to stress, allowing me to be more compassionate and patient with others.

“I very much enjoyed working with Kala (my nickname at the time.) Her meditation sessions have a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, and I benefited from learning basic meditation techniques such as the body scan and walking meditation. Kala helped me deal with stress and sleeping problems, and I can certainly recommend her as a meditation instructor. 

“Patient and considerate, Kala (my nickname at the time,) provided a useful introductory course on meditation. I especially appreciate how she effectively explains salient concepts from a non-religious perspective.