Mindfulness Meditation with Maryellen Sullivan

Tuesdays, June 9, 16, 23, 30 - 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
This four-week class is appropriate for those who are new to meditation as well as
those who are experienced meditators.
Each class will consist of a short talk, a guided mindfulness meditation practice, and
time for questions. A working definition of mindfulness will be offered. Other topics
and practices will include mindfulness of the breath, body, thoughts, and emotions.
You will learn how to incorporate these practices into your daily life and how they can
help you to feel calmer and more at peace.
Please sign up for this class by emailing info@centenniallibrary.org or calling the library at 802-888-3853.
Maryellen Sullivan Bio-
For years, Maryellen struggled with establishing a consistent meditation practice but
found it very difficult to follow the instructions of “empty your mind of thoughts.” During
the pandemic, she discovered Mindfulness Meditation in which she learned that
thoughts are always part of the practice - but how you work with those thoughts is
what matters. Rather than banishing them, you simply notice them and let them pass
without becoming overly attached to them. No judgment, just noticing. This made all
the difference and Maryellen is now practicing meditation regularly and has been for
the past 7 years. She is also more than halfway through a two-year Mindfulness
Meditation Teacher Certification Program offered by well-known and respected
teachers, Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. Prior to retiring, Maryellen was practicing law
and realizes how helpful a consistent meditation practice would have been during
those years!!
Contact: maryellensullivan802@gmail.com, 802-696-8042