Forest bathing, a term coined in Japan for mindfully being present in nature, embraces the fact that nature has a calming, positive effect on our health. Join Registered Maine Guide Ray Reitze in exploring the concept of stillness while visiting a beautiful local treasure and learn techniques to practice at home. The terrain being walked/explored is uneven.

Date: Thursday, Sept. 6, 5-6:30 p.m.

Need an accommodation?

We will make reasonable modifications and accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have equal opportunity to participate in all classes and events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation to participate fully in a class or event, please notify us at 872-4102 at least 48 hours prior to the start of the class or event.

Have questions or need assistance? Call 872-4102 or email PHL@mainegeneral.org.

Join us to learn how daily practice can transform your physical, mental and spiritual health and how to initiate and cultivate your own meditation practice. Please bring a cushion to sit on and a blanket (chairs also will be available if needed) and be prepared to sit outside.

Date: Sunday, Sept. 9, 9 a.m.-noon

Need an accommodation?

We will make reasonable modifications and accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have equal opportunity to participate in all classes and events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation to participate fully in a class or event, please notify us at 872-4102 at least 48 hours prior to the start of the class or event.

Have questions or need assistance? Call 872-4102 or email PHL@mainegeneral.org.

Have you tried quitting smoking but just can’t break the habit? Hypnosis can help you regain your control and help you stop smoking. In this group hypnosis setting, you will identify and overcome physical and ritualistic triggers to smoking, take charge of sabotaging behaviors, and become confident and secure in your new life as a non-smoker.

Dates: Thursday, Sept. 6-20, 5:30-7 p.m. (3 sessions)

Need an accommodation?

We will make reasonable modifications and accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have equal opportunity to participate in all classes and events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation to participate fully in a class or event, please notify us at 872-4102 at least 48 hours prior to the start of the class or event.

Have questions or need assistance? Call 872-4102 or email PHL@mainegeneral.org.

The practice of walking labyrinths for spiritual grounding and renewal dates from the Middle Ages. MaineGeneral now has a large granite labyrinth overlooking the hospital. Come and explore the history and spiritual significance of the labyrinth, and join in an experience of walking it together. Requires ability to walk on uneven terrain. Please notify us in advance if you require parking near the labyrinth.

Date: Wednesday, Sept. 19, 6-7:30 p.m.

Need an accommodation?

We will make reasonable modifications and accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have equal opportunity to participate in all classes and events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation to participate fully in a class or event, please notify us at 872-4102 at least 48 hours prior to the start of the class or event.

Have questions or need assistance? Call 872-4102 or email PHL@mainegeneral.org.