Endorsements
I eat more slowly. I enjoy the world on my walks outside.
—Prabhu
I like her style, it engenders a very welcoming group dynamic. She’s a good combination, both very knowledgeable and not too serious.
—Ryan
She encouraged everyone to share their voice and made people feel comfortable when doing so.
—Isabel
The class itself taught me so much about different meditation practices. What I loved was that Augusta did not recommend one over others or try to make us do something specific. She opened up the options for what we could do and gave us the tools to do what we thought was best for us. […] The best part of going to class for me though was being around Augusta and her positive energy.
—Deeva
Augusta’s MBSR class has brightened my life. If you’re someone who feels overwhelmed, deals with anxiety, or has simply been stuck in a rut, this class is a perfect way to find balance and presence, as well as a greater sense of peace within yourself overall. Augusta’s mixture of intimate group classes and public meditation meet-up’s (in addition to separate one-on-one sessions, if you’re interested) is an ideal way to get back on your feet and start feeling like a happier and more-relaxed you. I feel so empowered; the tools to my wellbeing are now in my own hands, which as a gift, is priceless.
Best of all, I believe that one of the main reasons this course is so effective is due to Augusta herself. She has an incredible way with people, and truly makes a point to connect with each and every individual, ensuring that the course serves everyone’s specific needs. Her kind heart, calm demeanor, and deep knowledge of MBSR makes this class what it is. I feel lucky to call her a friend moving forward.
Takeaway: I’d recommend this class to anyone. I looked forward to visiting that place of refuge every week, and was sad when the eight weeks came to a close!
—Dana B.
Augusta Hopkins guides you in helping you live your life to its fullest. You will certainly have an attitude for gratitude after attending this wonderful course!
—Vy
I have greater calm in handling stress producing situations. Thank you for the technique and mindset I learned in your class. It has made a significant difference in my life!
—Steve
I loved Augusta’s non-judgmentalness. I felt like everything I could take away from the class was a gain, rather than feeling like I was not doing everything being offered perfectly.
—Erin
Augusta did a good job of noticing people’s needs and encouraging them as was beneficial.
—Eileen
Augusta clearly knew the topics very well and could easily bring the theory into wherever the conversation naturally went.
—Steve
She’s a strong facilitator. She learned people’s names quickly and made anything in a group feel personal.
—Emily
I am reminded of how helpful even a small amount of practice can be.
—Nina
More important than being knowledgeable, Augusta was able to make this information approachable and relatable.
—Isabel
The fact that she is not dogmatic is really helpful. Modifying practices or being accepting of shorter duration practices made for an experience that is more likely to be sustainable for me.
—Ryan
She’s a strong facilitator. She learned people’s names and made anything in a group feel personal.
—Emily
Bells of mindfulness can be all around us – if we want. The course helped me understand the importance and value of periods of “disconnectedness”.
—Sascha
Really good overview of various mindfulness techniques that can be easily incorporated into daily practice. Augusta is terrific, easily approachable. Left every class feeling great and looked forward to the break that the weekly sessions gave me. Worth the time!
—Raj
Augusta is so loving, kind, funny, and patient. She is a truly gifted and giving teacher. Augusta leads through example so that even when you’re just in conversation, you are learning mindfulness skills and practices by the way she interacts.
—Sophia
I feel much calmer and more grounded, I have more tools for coping with discomfort in all its forms. I think more about the ways I listen to and respond to others.
—Amie
I was amazed at how well the breathing meditations worked for me in terms of relieving stress and physical discomfort. Also, just the simple act of recognizing physical or emotional discomfort and allowing that to be okay offered a very interesting change in my perception.
—Zakai
I start my day with my mediation practice and find my breath — instead of letting anxiety propel me through the day and “finding my breath” later, once I have accomplished enough that I feel able to breathe. I’m surprised by how mindfulness has infiltrated so many parts of my life.
—Eileen
I found the qi gong exercises to be particularly helpful. They helped my body relax. Her style of speaking calmly was nourishing.
—Alana
I was surprised at the relaxation I felt, at my ability to generate some of my own feelings of calm. It was helpful to learn some of the lessons along with the practice, like understanding that resistance to pain only multiplies suffering, that things are ever-changing, and that we will always have visiting feelings, and to greet them with love.
—Laura
I feel much calmer and more grounded, I have more tools for coping with discomfort in all its forms. I think more about the ways I listen to and respond to others.
—Amie
I learned that mindfulness is actually better described as body-fullness. This class helped me gain a much stronger sense of what it is to live and breathe in my body.
—Jennifer
Augusta created an intimate and welcoming environment and provided just the right amount of guidance during each meditative practice.
—Frankie
Changed my life. Anyone would get something out of it.
—Caroline
