Caloosahatchee Mindfulness

Dear friends,

Most of us love the beauty of autumn - the golds, crimsons, and oranges. What we often fail to notice is that autumn's beauty comes from turning inward and letting go. Trees pull their energy from the leaves back to the heartwood in preparation for winter. Without the chlorophyll, the leaves reveal their colors and let go. Perhaps we can learn from the lessons of this season and turn inward, letting go of trying to control. We can accept and allow, recognizing the constancy of change. We can rest. We at Caloosahatchee Mindfulness hope we can support your efforts in that direction.

Much Metta,

Maggie

Caloosahatchee Mindfulness Chair

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Upcoming Events

November 8, Walking Meditation, Lakes Park, 8:45 -9:30 am

December 13, Walking Meditation, Lakes Park, 8:45 -9:30 am

January 10, Walking Meditation, Lakes Park, 8:45 -9:30 am

January 17, 2026, Annual Membership Meeting, 10:00 am to 2 pm

February 14, 2026, Walking Meditation, Lakes Park, 8:45 -9:30 am

April 18, 2026 Half-Day Retreat at the Slough, 10:00 am to 2 pm

See the Caloosahatchee Mindfulness Website for details!

What Else is Happening?

You can check out guided meditations and talks by our Board Chair on the free app, Insight Timer, at Maggie Stevens (insighttimer.com).

Community Partner Lotus Blossom Clinic hosts our sitting meditation. They also have a variety of offerings. Check out their calendar - Events | Lotus Blossom Clinic

Please visit our website for our cancellation, refund and credit policy.

Mindfulness Practice Opportunities

Walking Meditation

Walking in nature is a way to bring awareness to the present moment and all the beauty surrounding you, and can be a form of walking meditation. Thich Nhat Hanh says that the practice of mindful walking is a profound and pleasurable way to deepen our connection with our body and the earth.

We welcome you to join us at Lakes Park for Mindful Walking on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 - 9:30 am. We meet at 8:45 am at Lakes Park. Turn right when entering the park and drive to the end of the parking lot. The community garden will be straight ahead. We gather there and walk through the garden area where bikes are not allowed. Our next walking meditation is on November 8.

Lakes Park has some shade and restrooms. Be sure to bring sun protection and water. There is a parking charge. This is a free offering through Caloosahatchee Mindfulness. Guests are welcome.

Mindfulness Book Club

Our small group studies and shares books on mindfulness practices to create a happier and healthier life. For information on joining the group by Zoom and the next book to be discussed, call or text (941) 888-0116 or email caloosahatcheemindfulness16@gmail.com

We will soon be starting a new book, The Fifth Season, by poet and teacher Mark Nepo. Our group, which is free to members, reads the book together and shares our thoughts and insights as we read. It's unlike any other book group you may have experienced. Join us!

The book club is free to all Caloosahatchee Mindfulness members.