Mindful Society Conference Guide & Resources
Explore keynotes, breakout sessions, and mindfulness resources from the 2011 Creating a Mindful Society conference. Learn from Jon Kabat-Zinn, Richard Davidson & more.
Discover transformative mindfulness practices and expert insights from the 2011 Creating a Mindful Society conference hosted by Mindful.org. This guide covers keynote speeches, breakout sessions, and essential reading materials.
Key Mindfulness Conference Events
September 30–October 1, 2011
Free livestream available for 30 days starting October 3
Day 1: Friday, September 30
- 8:00 PM: Welcome by Saki Santorelli (Centre for Mindfulness)
- Keynote: The Transformative Power of Mindfulness by Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD
Day 2: Saturday, October 1
Morning Sessions
- 9:00 AM: Change Your Brain by Transforming Your Mind – Richard Davidson, PhD
- 10:20 AM Breakout Sessions:
- The Healing Power of Mindfulness – Saki Santorelli (UMass Medical School techniques)
- Mindfulness in Education – Daniel Barbezat & Tish Jennings (for teachers/students)
- Mindfulness Basics – Barry Boyce & Tara Healey (guided practice)
Afternoon Highlights
- 2:10 PM Field Reports:
- Mindfulness in law (Rhonda Magee)
- Mindful finance (Kristi Nelson)
- Youth programs (Holistic Life Foundation)
- Military resilience (Elizabeth Stanley)
- Tech sector focus (Jenny Lykken)
- 4:10 PM Keynote: A Mindful Nation – Congressman Tim Ryan
Essential Mindfulness Resources
Free Conference Livestream:
Available October 3–November 2, 2011 at Mindful.org/livestream
Recommended Reading:
Creating a Mindful Library – Top books for mindful living:
- Wherever You Go, There You Are – Jon Kabat-Zinn
- The Mindful Brain – Daniel Siegel
- Real Happiness – Sharon Salzberg
Why This Conference Matters
This event showcased groundbreaking applications of mindfulness in:
- Healthcare: Stress reduction techniques
- Education: Classroom mindfulness programs
- Workplaces: Tech, legal, and financial sectors
- Community: Youth and military resilience
"Mindfulness isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about waking up to your life." – Jon Kabat-Zinn