Mindfulness
Mindfulness is the practice of focusing on the present moment while calmly noticing your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings without judgment. Join our FREE programs to build mindfulness skills, reduce stress, and connect with others in a supportive and welcoming environment.
Mindfulness Opportunities and Education
Mindful Moments
Take advantage of virtual drop-in mindfulness sessions for faculty, staff, and students. Join us to reset, recharge, and learn simple tools to support your mental well-being.
- Mondays: 9:00–9:30 AM, Thursdays: 12:00–12:30 PM
- May 18 – August 7 (No session: June 24 & July 22)
- Virtual
Roots of Awareness: Mindfulness and Nature
Facilitated 4-sessions series exploring the connection between mindfulness and nature. Explore evidence-based strategies to build resilience, balance, and joy. Participants will receive "gratitude gifts” at each session including workbooks, yoga mats, and essential oil rollers.
- Wednesdays: Time: 9:30 – 10:30 am
- June 3, 10, 17, July 1
June 3 | Student Rec Center
Enjoy time outside at the student rec center learning about the thinking v. observing mind and participating in several guided meditations focusing on breath work.
June 10 | Wintergarden Park
Be immersed in nature to practice nature-based mindfulness including walking meditation at Wintergarden Park.
June 17 | Marine Biology Lab
Learn about identifying and naming emotions, building self-compassion, and participating in mindfulness exercises - while visiting the wonderful marine life in the lab.
July 1 | Simpson Garden Park
Build your mind-body connection with gentle yoga and a focus on movement-based mindfulness practice. Yoga mats will be provided to the first 10 participants.
Additional Resources
- Enjoy free guided meditations through the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults, an excellent resource to help you build, maintain, and grow your personal meditation practice.
- Download the app CALM, an excellent resource and tool to help maintain and grow your personal commitment to your meditation practice.
BGSU has received Gold Campus recognition by the American College of Sports Medicine Exercise is Medicine® (EIM) On Campus Committee for 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2024.
Updated: 05/12/2026 07:56AM