Session 8: Final Session: Taking the Practice Forward

Abstract

This final session provides a time and space for reflection – reflecting on the retreat experiences you have just had, your experiences with the program as a whole, and also your plans to take the practice forward. This might include how you could seek additional support (e.g., joining a local mindfulness group) or even how the group itself can support one other in continued practice. In particular, time is taken to troubleshoot potential difficulties in keeping up with practice, and you are reminded that, much like exercise, benefits will continue only with continued practice. If the optional booster session(s) will take place, time is spent scheduling and preparing for this final session.