Starting a Mindful Meditation Practice
Course Overview 
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Emotional Awareness: Recognize and understand emotions to build resilience and self-regulation.
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Self-Compassion: Cultivate positive self-talk and self-compassion for a supportive inner dialogue.
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Mindful Breathing: Practice breathing techniques to effectively manage stress and anxiety.
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Daily Mindfulness: Integrate mindfulness into daily life to enhance presence and focus.
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Meditation Benefits: Utilize meditation for mental clarity, relaxation, and overall well-being.
Course Badges

Phoenix – The Awakener
Ignite your inner spark! This badge celebrates your discovery of what truly matters—your values, your passions, and your path.
Earned this badge by completing module 1 of this course.

Sea Dragon – The Drifter
Go with the flow—and stay present! This badge is earned by learning to live each moment with calm awareness and intention.
Earned this badge by completing module 2 of this course.

Panther – The Mover
Every step counts. This badge honors those who choose thoughtful action over distraction—moving with intent, clarity, and courage.
Earned this badge by completing module 3 of this course.

Griffin – The Guardian
Stand strong in your values. This badge marks your journey to protect what matters, with courage, clarity, and consistency.
Earned this badge by completing module 4 of this course.
Meet Course Creator,
Mariel Reyes
Mariel is an engaging and experienced yoga and meditation teacher with over a decade of experience. She holds a 200-hour Meditation Teacher Training certificate from The Three Jewels, one of the most well-known meditation studios in New York City. As a seeker and student of meditation, she has taken part in meditation retreats from upstate New York, all the way to an ashram in India. Trained in the Tibetan Buddhist lineage, she brings her knowledge and understanding of ancient meditation teachings and practices and fuses them with simplicity and accessibility. She encourages children to be playful, curious, and inquisitive when exploring mindfulness and meditation. In addition to her expertise in meditation, yoga, and wellness, Mariel has more than 15 years of experience teaching children of all ages.
