Join Us for a Lunch Time Reset.
Seminar: The Power of the Pause - Simple Mindfulness Tools for a More Intentional Life
Date: Thursday, August 27th
Time: 12pm
Where: Port of Pittsford Gazebo, 22 N Main St, Pittsford, NY 14534
Cost: Chamber members FREE, Non-members $15.00, Students $5.00
Lunch is not provided but feel free to bring lunch for after meditation has concluded.
Seminar Description
In a world filled with constant noise, distractions, and demands on our attention, many people struggle to find moments of calm and clarity. This interactive seminar introduces simple, practical mindfulness and meditation techniques designed for everyday life.
Participants will experience a brief guided meditation, learn to quiet mental distractions without judgment, and discover easy-to-use tools to incorporate into work, home, and family routines. Whether you are a business professional seeking greater focus, a parent looking to create calmer family interactions, or simply someone who desires more intentional living, this session will provide practical strategies to help you pause, reset, and respond thoughtfully rather than react automatically.
✨ No prior meditation experience is necessary.
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Seminar Objectives
By the end of this seminar, participants will:
1. Understand the Purpose and Benefits of Mindfulness
Explore how mindfulness supports focus, emotional regulation, stress reduction, and overall well-being. Learn how intentional pauses can improve decision-making and communication.
2. Experience Guided Meditation in a Comfortable Setting
Participate in a brief body-scan exercise. Experience a guided meditation focused on perspective shifting and mental clarity.
3. Learn Practical Mindfulness Tools for Daily Life
Discover simple techniques that can be used throughout the day in less than one minute. Practice methods for acknowledging distracting thoughts and gently returning focus to the present moment.
4. Develop Strategies for Creating Calm Spaces
Learn how to intentionally create environments that encourage reflection and peace at home, work, and in outdoor settings. Explore ideas for creating calming spaces for children that support emotional regulation and self-awareness.
5. Strengthen Emotional Awareness and Self-Regulation
Identify how pausing before responding can improve relationships, reduce reactivity, and increase personal effectiveness. Understand how mindfulness practices can support both adults and children during challenging moments.
6. Leave with an Actionable Challenge
Commit to implementing "The Pause Principle" in daily life. Identify one practical way to create intentional moments of calm and reflection during the week ahead.
Key Takeaway
A single intentional pause can create the space needed for greater clarity, calmer responses, stronger relationships, and more purposeful living.
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Brief Speaker Bio
Jessica Catlin is an end-of-life educator, speaker, certified meditation teacher, and founder of Cultivated Comfort. With a background in psychology and specialized training in end-of-life education and doula support, she helps individuals, families, and professionals navigate stress, uncertainty, caregiving, and grief with greater confidence and clarity.
Jessica's approach combines mindfulness, compassion, and practical application. Through community education, workshops, and speaking engagements, she empowers with tools that foster resilience, self-awareness, and connection. She believes that even a few moments of intentional pause can improve well-being, enhance focus, and help people live with greater presence and purpose.
