How Sensory Mindfulness Elevates Perception and Understanding

Join us for a presentation on Mindfulness with Cynthia Bryant.

People, community and culture mold us into the unique individuals we are today. And, as we move through the world as adults, research suggest that 85% of sensory input – how we perceive the world -- is through sight. Yet sight often allows us to judge our world and others from afar without a full perspective. Drawing from snippets of her life story, speaker Cynthia Bryant will challenge these visual perceptions and interactions, suggesting the critical need today to move in close using all senses to master our stories as a catalyst for understanding and change. Practicing empathy becomes essential. We will explore empathy; sensory mindfulness and the joy of being blind through a mental walk with her and her guide dog, and solutions on how we move beyond our visual 85%. 

Cynthia Bryant is certified as a mediator/negotiator from the Harvard Negotiation institute, Clifton Strengths coach and diversity practitioner. She presently conducts workshops on the art of practicing empathy and keynotes on sensory mindfulness- engaging all senses- for elevated perception and understanding. 

This talk is co-sponsored with Bethesda Metro Area Village and open to the public. There will be ample time for questions. BMAV is a neighborhood nonprofit supporting community members who choose to age in place with volunteer and social support. 

Questions about this program? Contact the Connie Morella Library at (240)777-0970 

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