Stress Reduction and Cognitive Resilience (SRCR) is an 8-lesson advanced mindfulness course designed for participants who have completed either the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).

Building on the foundations of both programs, SRCR integrates the evidence-based practices of MBSR with the cognitive approaches of MBCT. It supports participants in managing stress while recognising and changing the mental habits that perpetuate anxiety, rumination and emotional exhaustion.

Each session weaves together the core MBSR elements that include the body scan, mindful movements, and breath awareness practice, to cultivate somatic awareness and release physical tension held in the body.

Simultaneously, the MBCT framework introduces cognitive tools such as the 3-step breathing space and thought-decentering exercises, training you to recognize early warning signs of rumination and intercept spiraling thought patterns before they take hold.

Through guided inquiry, psychosomatic practices, and group dialogue, you will learn to shift from “doing” mode to “being” mode to become more aware of sensations, emotions, and thoughts with curiosity rather than judgment.

By the program’s conclusion, you will have enhanced self awareness to recover composure more quickly during setbacks, and self-compassion to sustain well-being.