I am a student of human evolution and personal transformation, asking the big (scary) questions and discovering ways to thrive in hard places.

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I began practicing meditation in 2004 when facing a chronic illness. Learning the practice not only helped me alieviate physical pain, it began a transformative process of healing and growth in all areas of my being.  Favorite spiritual teachers are: Jon Kabat-Zinn,Thich Nhat Hanh, Pema Chodron, Adyashanti, Krishnamurti and Tara Brach.

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Over the years, I have worked in corporate and small businesses and as a fine artist. Currently, I am a mindfulness facilitator and program coordinator for Integrative Health and Healing at the Graduate Institute of Holistic Studies in Bethany, CT. 

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I have a M.A. in Consciousness Studies and a  B. S. in Chemistry and have also studied at the Lyme Academy College of Fine Art.

 

Other Credentials:

• Certified in Mindfulness Meditation through the Engaged Mindfulness Institute 

• Certified International Coaching Federation

• MBSR training through Univ. Mass Medical Center 

• Facilitator at York Women's Prison, Connecticut

• Gallery representation at Susan Powell Fine Art in Madison, CT

• Program coordinator for Integrative Health and Healing at The Graduate institute of Holistic Studies

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As a coach, I work with people navigating change or coping with difficult challenges. Together, we partner in a process of inquiry and creativity to open space where insights can enter and new options emerge.

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Common areas of work: 

Mindfulness Skills

Overwhelm/ Burnout

Stress Reduction

Chronic Illness

Recovery/Living with Addiction

Creativity

Self Care

Self Confidence/Agency

Divorce/Separation

ADHD

Habit Change

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View my paintings at www.ruggierogallery.com

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