The Mindfulness Institute will conduct Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation, Part 2: Emotions, Thoughts and Awareness, from 10:30 a.m. to noon, September 10, 17 and 24, at the downtown Collier County Library, in Naples. This course helps develop the skills and attention necessary to be fully present in life and to establish a consistent daily mindfulness and meditation practice.

Participants will practice mindful meditation, from focusing on the breath and body to systematically exploring the awareness of emotions, thoughts and the mind as whole; apply mindfulness to difficult emotions and thoughts to avoid getting caught up in drama and cultivate regular practices so that mindfulness becomes an integral part of daily life.

Part 1 for a foundational understanding and prior experience in the basics of meditation and mindfulness is a recommended prerequisite for this class. Those that are unsure if Part 2 is appropriate should email Nancy Natilson, Mindfulness Institute leader, at [email protected].

Cost: $40 series, $15 reduced rate.  Location: 650 Central Ave. For more information or to register, email [email protected] or visit FloridaMindfulness.org/mi.