Loving Kindness in Caregiving: A Free Talk with Dr. Lyla Yastion 🕊️📖

Name: Loving Kindness in Caregiving: A Free Talk with Dr. Lyla Yastion 🕊️📖
Start: 2026-02-19T15:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-19T16:00:00-05:00
Location: 4242 Lake in the Woods Drive, Spring Hill, FL, United States, Florida 34607

Schedule

Thu Feb 19 2026 at 03:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

4242 Lake in the Woods Drive, Spring Hill, FL, United States, Florida 34607 | Spring Hill, FL

Loving Kindness Practice in Caregiving: Learning to Open the Heart When Things Fall Apart
When we or a loved one suffers a loss, and our world is suddenly shaken, how shall we respond?
This question is particularly pertinent for those undertaking the arduous yet enriching role of a caregiver. Join us in the Conscious Market for a profound and moving presentation by Dr. Lyla Yastion, based on her powerful book, My Years as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver: Transcending Loss by Nurturing Spirit.
In this session, we will explore the role of presence and mindfulness in the setting of caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease. Lyla will share how a practice of loving kindness can help us transcend loss and find strength through the nurturing of the spirit.
The Session Includes:
-35-Minute Presentation: A deep dive into mindfulness and loving kindness in the caregiving journey.
-10-Minute Guided Practice: A meditative practice in loving kindness to help open the heart.
-Q&A Session: An opportunity to ask questions and share reflections with Dr. Yastion.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, February 19th
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: The Conscious Market at WellCome OM, 4248 Lake in the Woods Dr, Spring Hill, FL 34607
Cost: FREE Community Event
Special Guest: Dr. Lyla Yastion, Ph.D.
About the Speaker:
Lyla Yastion, Ph.D., is a retired adjunct professor of anthropology with 18 years of collegiate teaching experience. She is also a Reiki Master and is certified in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Lyla has authored three books, focusing her most recent work on the spiritual journey of caregiving.
🔗 Learn more at www.lylayastion.com
How to Join Us:
This is a free community event, and no pre-registration is required. Simply join us in the Market to connect, learn, and find support among fellow caregivers and community members.
🕉 About the WellCome OM Center 🕉:
At the OM Center, the concept of a lifelong wholesome and balanced food plan is the most fundamental aspect of wellness. Our goal is to educate clients on how to evaluate their lifestyle choices and to empower you to achieve and sustain improved health.
Liability
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Event Registration
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