Featured Sessions

Featured Sessions: A Glimpse Into the Endless Opportunities

At Saybrook’s 2025 Community Learning Experience, we offer endless opportunities to explore holistic health by integrating mind, body, and community. While every session provides valuable insights, we’re highlighting a few Featured Sessions that offer unique and enriching experiences.

Why Attend These Featured Sessions?

• Mindful Exploration: Engage in activities that promote mental well-being.
• Physical Well-being: Discover movement and wellness practices for a balanced life.
• Community Connection: Build meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging.

These Featured Sessions are just a glimpse of what’s available. Our full event schedule offers limitless opportunities to nourish your mind, body, and community.

Featured Sessions

1. Walking the Edge: Exploring the Balance between Compassion and Resilience in Contemplative Approaches to End-of-Life Care
Monday, Aug 25 | 9:30 AM-12 PM and 1:30 PM-5 PM
Dive into the delicate balance of compassion and resilience in end-of-life care. This session emphasizes the importance of both emotional strength and community support.

2. Deans Welcome Reception & Family Karaoke
Monday, Aug 25 | 7 PM-9 PM
Kick off the week with a warm welcome from our Deans, followed by a fun-filled family karaoke event. It’s a chance to connect, celebrate, and bring the community together in a relaxed, joyful atmosphere.

3. Institute for Private Practice Workshops
Monday, August 25-Thursday, August 28 | 1:30 PM-4 PM
Explore the foundations of building a private practice rooted in holistic health with guest speaker John Lax. This session offers valuable workshops and networking opportunities for students interested in launching their own private practice, with a focus on fostering community wellness through a sustainable and impactful business model.

4. Morning Yoga
Tuesday, August 26-Friday, August 29 | 7 AM-7:45 AM
Start your day with morning yoga to center your body and mind. This session will help you stay grounded, rejuvenated, and ready to embrace the opportunities ahead.

5. KIN Ceremonial Drumming
Tuesday, Aug 26 | 7 PM-9 PM
Experience the transformative power of Ceremonial Drumming with our academic partner and CLE guest, KIN Unified Healing Institute. This cultural practice weaves together rhythm, movement, and intention to promote healing and connection, uniting mind, body, and community through music.

6. Film Screening
Wednesday, Aug 27 | 7 PM-9 PM
Join us for a meaningful film screening that delves into the emotional landscape of mental health, exploring themes of loss, resilience, and human connection.

7. Nature & Health Symposium
Friday, Aug 29 | 9 AM-12 PM and 1 PM-4:30 PM
Earn 6.5 CE hours while exploring the powerful connection between nature and health. This transformative symposium delves into how nature-based practices can enhance both physical and mental well-being.

Explore the Full Event Schedule
The full schedule is packed with endless possibilities for exploration and growth. Visit our Schedule Page to discover everything happening during the week and find even more ways to integrate mind, body, and community.

While these Featured Sessions represent just a small sample of what’s available, each offers a unique opportunity to enhance your well-being and connect with others. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative experience.