As the world faces the COVID-19 pandemic, people of all generations are suffering... seniors (who are considered more vulnerable to the virus), children and teens (who may be learning remotely and feeling isolated at a time when they need their peers most), and those in between (many of whom are working from home and supporting everyone’s needs, leaving little bandwidth to tend to their own). While we cannot necessarily change our current circumstances, we can change our relationship to them. This is where the transformative power of presence lies. Join us as we share evidence-based strategies for cultivating mindfulness and self-compassion, both of which bolster our mental wellbeing. We will end with resources to continue to practice these skills, as well as a brief Q&A.

Wednesday, December 2, 2020
12:00-1:00pm
via Zoom

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Jessica Drew de Paz, Psy.D., serves as Director of Mindfulness Services at UC Irvine’s Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute. She completed her undergraduate degree in psychology at UC Santa Barbara, and her doctorate in clinical psychology at California School of Professional Psychology, with an emphasis in multicultural and community issues.

With over 20 years of experience at the University of California, Jessica has served as a clinical psychologist, a lecturer, and a diversity trainer. In addition, she has overseen health and safety training, and conducted research on mindfulness in the workplace.

This past decade, Jessica has also taught mindfulness to preschoolers through high school students. She is honored to join you to share her passion for mindful living.