Approach life with confidence, wisdom, and a sense of inner strength.

MAUMPractice for Strength and Resilience (MP-SARGold)

M.A.U.M.: Mindful Approach to Understanding Myself

Why MP-SARGold?

This empowering meditation program is tailored for older adults, fostering inner strength and resilience through a thoughtful combination of guided meditation, gentle breathing exercises, and mind practice activities. MAUMPractice for Strength and Resilience (MP-SARGold) promotes emotional balance, mental clarity, and physical well-being, supporting participants in cultivating a deeper sense of peace and vitality in their golden years.

Sample Session (1 hr)

  • Opening & Greeting

  • Bell Ringing & Sharing, Reflection on last week's topic – 5 min

  • Introduction to Topic – 10 min

  • Weekly Meditation Practice – 15 min

  • Mindful Activities & Sharing – 25 min

  • Announcements & Closing – 5 min

10 Week Session Topics

Session 1: Community Building

Session 2: Sound Meditation

Session 3: Seated Meditation

Session 4: Sacred Writings

Session 5: Mindful Speech & Deep Listening

Session 6: Exploring the art of inquiry

Session 7: Understanding Principles of Nature

Session 8: Daily Reflection and Journaling

Session 9: Maintaining a mindful journal with awareness

Session 10: Cultivating mindful posture and movements

Weekly Activities

Introductions & One Circle Meditation

Peace Bracelet Making & Healing Sounds

Lower Belly Meditation & Tea Meditation

Writing Meditation

Sharing our Stories & Conversation

Calligraphy meditation

Walking Meditation

Gratitude Journaling

Identifying areas for mindful focus

Cooking as a meditative practice

This 10-week meditation program for older adults is firmly grounded in the Won Buddhist Threefold Study teachingsCultivation of SpiritInquiry into Human Affairs and Universal Principles, and Choice in Action, which together offer a comprehensive framework for personal growth and spiritual well-being.

  • Cultivation of Spirit focuses on calming and centering the mind, fostering a state of inner peace and resilience. Sessions such as seated meditation, sound meditation, and mindful posture training encourage participants to stabilize their thoughts and emotions, providing a foundation for deeper spiritual practice. Weekly activities like walking meditation and tea meditation further reinforce the practice of living fully in the present moment, harmonizing the body and mind.

  • Inquiry into Human Affairs and Universal Principles emphasizes the importance of reflection and learning to understand the interconnectedness of all things. By engaging with sacred writings, exploring principles of nature, and practicing calligraphy meditation, participants are guided to question and discern universal truths that lead to wisdom and clarity. Journaling activities and reflective discussions encourage self-awareness and an intellectual curiosity that deepens their understanding of life’s principles.

  • Choice in Action integrates mind practice into everyday life, translating insights and awareness into ethical and intentional behavior. Sessions on mindful speech and deep listening, as well as activities like gratitude journaling and mindful cooking, teach participants how to align their actions with their spiritual values. By cultivating habits of gratitude, compassion, and conscious decision-making, they embody the practice of bringing intention into all aspects of their daily routines.

What People Are Saying

“Feel like I’m home.”

— Participant, after practicing gratitude journaling

“This is exactly what I needed and wanted. I am so happy.”

— Participant, after making peace bracelets

“I took time out for myself to meditate and relax. It’s wonderful to have such programs with like-minded people.”

— Participant, after practicing moving meditation

“I realized that this program was promoting healthy living habits.”

— Participant after completing 10-week program